NOT LISTED FOR SALE

115 Upper Grouse Ridge Rd Beech Mountain, NC 28604

Estimated Value: $457,157 - $504,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,562 Sq Ft
$306/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 29, 2024

Last sale price $460,000 $294 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,691/month

55 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ski Accessible
  • Views of Ski Resort
  • Fitness Center
  • Valle Crucis Elementary School Rated A-
  • Golf Course Community
  • Spa

About This Home

As of May 2024

"Baby Bear Cottage" is a charming mountain cottage located in the Grouse Ridge section of Beech Mountain that has become a RENTAL POWERHOUSE with an excellent established rental income of $64,000 since January 2023. It is considered a "Guest Favorite" on Airbnb with 4.93 stars. The property offers season views of the ski slopes and has a convenient yet private location with level entry, paved driveway and road. The main level features an open living area surrounded by an abundance of windows providing a treehouse feel. You can walk out onto the rear deck and enjoy wildlife while relaxing in the HOT TUB. The kitchen has stainless steel appliances and the cozy family room has a gas log fireplace. There are 2 BEDROOMS -1 BATH and laundry also on the main level and the lower level has a large recreational room/3rd bedroom and full bath. The property has a fire pit area below for enjoying cool summer nights, stargazing and wildlife viewing. Whether you're looking for a tranquil year-round residence, investment property, or a second home, this property provides the ideal mountain lifestyle. It is being sold furnished w/ exclusions and is Beech Mountain club eligible.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Cindy Giarrusso

Blue Ridge Realty & Investment Listed on: 04/01/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Ron Kent

EXP Realty LLC

EXP Realty LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,430

Year Built

  • Built in 1995

Lot Details

  • 0.45 Acre Lot

Property Views

  • Ski Resort
  • Seasonal

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Mountain Architecture
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Furnished
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Propane Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Recirculated Exhaust Fan
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • No Garage
  • Private Parking
  • Driveway
  • Paved Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Schools

  • Valle Crucis Elementary School
  • Watauga High School

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Space Heater
  • Wall Furnace
  • High Speed Internet

Listing and Financial Details

  • Short Term Rentals Allowed
  • Long Term Rental Allowed
  • Tax Lot 375
  • Assessor Parcel Number 1950-46-2508-000

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Private Membership Available
  • Charter Hills Subdivision
  • Community Lake

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Pickleball Courts
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool
  • Trails
  • Ski Accessible

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,430

Year Built

Built in 1995

Lot Details

0.45 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.45
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Subdivision Name: Charter Hills
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 781.0
  • Architectural Style: Mountain, Traditional
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1995
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Private Spa: Yes
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave Hood Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Has Basement: Crawl Space
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 781.0
  • Fireplace Features: One, Gas, Propane
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Furnished, Window Treatments
  • Living Area: 1562.0
  • Stories: 2
  • Window Features: Window Treatments

Exterior Features

  • Pool Features: Community
  • View: Ski Area, Seasonal View
  • View: Yes
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
  • Exterior Features: Hot Tub/Spa, Paved Driveway
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered
  • Roof: Asphalt, Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Driveway, No Garage, Paved, Private

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating: Fireplace(s), Other, Space Heater, See Remarks, Wall Furnace
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: High Speed Internet Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Club Membership Available, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Golf, Lake, Pickleball, Pool, Skiing, Tennis Court(s), Trails/Paths, Long Term Rental Allowed, Short Term Rental Allowed
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Valle Crucis
  • High School: Watauga

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 1950-46-2508-000
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2430.0
  • Tax Book Number: 2134/88
  • Tax Lot: 375

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 31, 2025
Sold by
Sant Eric and Sant Amanda Lea
Bought by
Drift & Dune Holdings Llc
Current Estimated Value
$478,289

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 1, 2024
Closed on
May 18, 2024
Sold by
Goldstein Richard A and Goldstein Robert L
Bought by
Sant Eric and Sant Amanda Lea
Seller's Agent
Cindy Giarrusso
Blue Ridge Realty & Investment
Buyer's Agent
Ron Kent
EXP Realty LLC
List Price
$470,000
Sold Price
$460,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-2.13%
Views
13

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.20%
Original Mortgage
$391,000
Interest Rate
5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 16, 2020
Sold by
Gurkin Gregory B and Gurkin Audrey T
Bought by
Goldstein Robert L and Feinberg Meredith

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$192,000
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Drift & Dune Holdings Llc -- None Listed On Document
Sant Eric $460,000 None Listed On Document
Goldstein Robert L $240,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Sant Eric $391,000
Previous Owner Goldstein Robert L $192,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/29/2024 05/29/24 Sold $460,000 -2.1% $294 / Sq Ft
04/03/2024 04/03/24 For Sale $470,000 -- $301 / Sq Ft
Source: High Country Association of REALTORS®

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $2,430 $240,400 $32,400 $208,000
2024 $2,430 $240,400 $32,400 $208,000
2023 $2,479 $240,400 $32,400 $208,000
2022 $2,479 $240,400 $32,400 $208,000
2021 $1,688 $141,700 $20,000 $121,700
2020 $1,688 $141,700 $20,000 $121,700
2019 $1,688 $141,700 $20,000 $121,700
2018 $1,617 $141,700 $20,000 $121,700
2017 $1,617 $141,700 $20,000 $121,700
2013 -- $154,900 $20,000 $134,900
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Cindy Giarrusso

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Cindy Giarrusso

    Blue Ridge Realty & Investment

    (828) 964-2896

    217 in this area

    242 Total Sales

    Cindy Giarrusso
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  • Ron Kent

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Ron Kent

    EXP Realty LLC

    (561) 886-5904

    26 in this area

    166 Total Sales

    Ron Kent
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Map

Source: High Country Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 248622

High Country Association of REALTORS®

APN: 1950-46-2508-000

North Carolina Watauga County Beech Mountain 28604

115 Upper Grouse Ridge Rd, Beech Mountain, NC

Not Listed for Sale

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