$2,600,000
SOLD MAR 30, 2021

1245 Laurel Ln Blowing Rock, NC 28605

4 Beds
6 Baths
6,274 Sq Ft
0.75 Acres

Recently Sold

$414 Per Sq Ft

353 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Guest House
  • Spa
  • Mountain Architecture
  • Blowing Rock Elementary School Rated A
  • Mountain View
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of March 2021

LANDMARK HISTORIC BLOWING ROCK ESTATE WITH PANORAMIC VIEWS. Built in 1924 by the designer of the famed Mayview Manor Resort on his prime lot, Far Horizons is an extraordinary home that has been updated over time to fit the needs of its prominent owners. Perched on a rhododendron-filled ridge, one can enjoy 100+ mile views.The home is state-of-the-art while preserving the original architectural features. One enters through a stone arch into the long foyer extending the length of the house to the sun room opening onto a stone patio revealing spectacular views.The house flows like a contemporary open plan even though it is almost a Century old. The great room with its massive stone fireplace flows into the sun room/bar and the dining room with another stone fireplace. Adjoining is a Chef's kitchen with Wolf range, ovens; Sub Zero refrigerator and other. The 2nd floor has a light -filled master bedroom, adjoining luxurious bath, dressing area/closet and a balcony with hot tub. There are 3 other gorgeous bedrooms with ensuite baths. On the lower level with wrap-around windows is the wine cellar and billiard/game room/bar. A separate 1,000+ sq.ft. guest quarters is over the 3-car garage.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lynn Hill

Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty Listed on: 03/11/2020

Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Sue Glenn

Blowing Rock Properties, Inc

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,501

Year Built

  • Built in 1924

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Shared Driveway

Home Design

  • Mountain Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Wood Siding
  • Hardboard
  • Masonry
  • Stone

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Living Quarters
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Propane Fireplace
  • Mountain Views
  • Finished Basement
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Built-In Convection Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Recirculated Exhaust Fan
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Trash Compactor
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Covered patio or porch

Schools

  • Blowing Rock Elementary School
  • Watauga High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Heat Pump System
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Gas Water Heater

Additional Features

  • 0.75 Acre Lot
  • Guest House

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Mayview Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2807584074000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,501

Year Built

Built in 1924

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.75
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Subdivision Name: Mayview
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 4726.0
  • Architectural Style: Mountain
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1924
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Private Spa: Yes
  • Appliances: Built-In Oven, Convection Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor, Tankless Water Heater, Washer, Water Heater
  • Has Basement: Exterior Entry, Finished, Interior Entry
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1548.0
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Other, See Remarks, Stone, Vented, Propane
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Pull Down Attic Stairs
  • Living Area: 6274.0
  • Stories: 2

Exterior Features

  • View: Long Range, Mountain(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Frame, Hardboard, Masonry, Stone, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Hot Tub/Spa
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Other Structures: Guest House, Living Quarters
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Multiple
  • Roof: Other, See Remarks

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Garage, Two Car Garage, Paved, Shared Driveway

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
  • Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Propane
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Blowing Rock
  • High School: Watauga

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 2807584074000
  • Zoning Description: Residential
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 17501.0
  • Tax Book Number: 25/320

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 21, 2022
Sold by
Laruel Lane View Llc
Bought by
Koon Martin D and Koon Jennifer A
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/28/2025 05/28/25 For Sale $4,500,000 +73.1% $813 / Sq Ft
03/30/2021 03/30/21 Sold $2,600,000 0.0% $414 / Sq Ft
02/28/2021 02/28/21 Pending -- -- --
03/11/2020 03/11/20 For Sale $2,600,000 -24.4% $414 / Sq Ft
09/23/2016 09/23/16 Sold $3,437,500 0.0% $581 / Sq Ft
08/24/2016 08/24/16 Pending -- -- --
12/02/2015 12/02/15 For Sale $3,437,500 -- $581 / Sq Ft
Source: High Country Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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
2024 $18,630 $2,566,100 $677,300 $1,888,800
2023 $17,765 $2,566,100 $677,300 $1,888,800
2022 $17,765 $2,558,800 $670,000 $1,888,800
2021 $19,246 $2,291,200 $732,800 $1,558,400
2020 $18,329 $2,291,200 $732,800 $1,558,400
2019 $18,329 $2,291,200 $732,800 $1,558,400
2018 $17,502 $2,398,600 $846,600 $1,552,000
2017 $997 $849,300 $846,600 $2,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: High Country Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 220761

High Country Association of REALTORS®

APN: 2807-58-4074-000