5742 Nc Highway 194 None S

Banner Elk, NC
$ 4,900,000 Beds 6 Baths 6 Sq 8,672 Virtual Tour
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The Castle at Valle Crucis: This extraordinary compound features the rare assemblage of over 15 acres near the heart of the desirable Valle Crucis community, with a unique and majestic English Manor home with long-range, layered views of the surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains and pastures of Valle Crucis. Designed as a true replica of a Manor in Great Britain by William McLaughren, this one-of-a-kind estate features stone and building materials from around the world, as well as antique features and furnishings such as 17th to 19th century fireplaces, 500+ year-old arched entry doors from an English church, and even a chandelier imported from Princeton University, among others - see features list for more details on this unique offering. Resting at an elevation of over 3,400 feet, the property overlooks Grandfather Mountain and Howard's Knob, but features access off a paved, state-maintained road and is just 15 minutes from Boone, Banner Elk, and ski slopes at Sugar Mountain. With an impressive rental history, this home is offered fully furnished while in an established rental program, providing incredible investment potential, but would also make for a perfect mountain getaway or full-time residence. From the stone patio at the front of the home, step into the formal foyer with 24-foot soaring ceilings, adjacent to the large Great Room with a stone fireplace, antique chandeliers, and access to a covered stone patio- also with a fireplace and offering a hot tub & long-range, layered views. The chef's kitchen, also with a fireplace, offers granite counters, high-end stainless steel appliances, a dining area, and a walk-in pantry, and is adjacent to a sunroom/observatory with vaulted ceilings and a spacious laundry room with access to the oversized, two-car attached garage. The walk-in level also features a library and billiards room able to house 1,800 books (and with a plaster tracery ceiling imported from Great Britain), a formal dining room, a half bath, and a bedroom with an ensuite bathroom (one-level living!). Upstairs, the primary suite offers a private stone balcony, fireplace, walk-in closet, and bathroom with dual vanities, a soaking tub, and a tiled shower. Four additional suites exist on the second level (one also with a private stone balcony, and two being a Jack-n-Jill suite connected by one bathroom). Mahogany doors throughout were imported from England and are over 100 years old, adding antique charm, while modern amenities like an elevator to the first and second levels offer comfort and convenience. Upstairs, on the third level, find a spacious living room with game tables, a theater area, and an exercise area, along with a half bath. Additional amenities: 12-foot ceilings throughout, whole-house generator, interior & exterior sound system, water filtration system, whole-house generator, air scrubber & UV light for HVAC system. The existing driveway is fairly steep and winding; the seller is in the process of obtaining an erosion control plan for further exploration of construction of a new driveway portion.

Single Family

  • Price
  • $ 4,900,000
  • City
  • Banner Elk
  • Bedrooms
  • 6
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 5
  • County
  • WATAUGA
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 2
  • Area
  • Watauga County
  • Lot Size
  • 15.211 Acres
  • Zip
  • 28604
  • Sqr Footage
  • 8,672
  • Year Built
  • 2006
  • Style
  • European
  • MLS#
  • 4309269
Listed By: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Vincent Properties; jay@vincentproperties.com
Data Source: Canopy MLS

Features

General

Living Area 8672
Sewer Septic Installed
Heating Ductless,Electric,Heat Pump
Cooling Central Air
Roof Slate,Other - See Remarks
Appliances Bar Fridge,Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Gas Range,Microwave,Refrigerator,Warming Drawer,Washer,Other
Garage Spaces 2
Patio/Porch Features Balcony,Covered,Front Porch,Patio,Porch
Architectural Style European
Security Features Radon Mitigation System,Security System
Construction Materials Brick Partial,Stone
Year Built 2006
View Long Range,Mountain(s),Year Round
Levels Three
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Parcel Number 1970-30-9809-000
Elevation 3000
Additional Parcels Description 1970-41-1042-000,1970-41-3147-000,1970-41-7067-000
County Watauga
New Construction No
Property Type Residential
HOA No
Subdivision Name None
Garage Y/N Yes
Full Baths 5
Directions From the intersection of Highway 105 and Broadstone Rd (between Boone and Banner Elk),take Broadstone Rd for approximately 2.9 miles. Turn left onto Highway 194 S (just past the Mast Store Annex on y
High School Watauga
City Banner Elk
Senior Community Y/N No
Lot Size Units Acres
Carport Y/N No
Elementary School Valle Crucis
Middle/Junior High School Watauga
Additional Parcels Y/N Yes
Standard Status Active
CAR_HOASubjectTo None
Construction Type Site Built
Tax Assessed Value 2008700
Listing Terms Cash,Conventional

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Attic Finished,Built-in Features,Elevator,Entrance Foyer,Kitchen Island,Walk-In Closet(s),Other - See Remarks
Flooring Carpet,Stone,Tile,Wood
Fireplace Features Gas Vented,Wood Burning
Basement (Y/N) No
Fireplace Y/N Yes
Above Grade Finished Area 8672
Half Baths 2
Laundry Features Mud Room,Laundry Room,Main Level
Total Bedrooms 6
Total Baths 7
SqFt Main 3825
SqFt Garage 832
SqFt Upper 3417
Bedroom 1

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities Hot Tub,Other - See Remarks
Parking Features Attached Garage
Water Source Well
Lot Size Area 15.211
Foundation Details Crawl Space
Road Surface Type Asphalt,Paved
Other Equipment Generator
Road Responsibility Publicly Maintained Road
Main Level Garage YN Yes

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

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$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Hickory, NC office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Valle Crucis Elementary School
Middle School Watauga Middle School
High School Watauga High School

Price History

11/21/2025 Listed $4,900,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 28604

Price
AVG $1.88M
$4.9M
Year Built
AVG 1999
2006
Visits
AVG 175
336
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5742 Nc Highway 194 None S Banner Elk, NC is a Single Family Home for sale at $4900000 with 8672 sqft and a lot size of 15.211 Acres Acre(s). 5742 Nc Highway 194 None S Banner Elk has 6 bedrooms, 5 baths and was built in 2006. The property's zip code is 28604 which is in Banner Elk, NC

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