Watauga Homes with Garage Shop Parking

Welcome to Watauga County, nestled in the picturesque city of Banner Elk, North Carolina. Known for its stunning natural beauty and charming small-town atmosphere, Watauga County offers a unique blend of outdoor adventures and cultural experiences.

If you're in the market for a home with garage shop parking, Watauga County has you covered. Whether you're a car enthusiast looking for a space to work on your latest project or simply need extra storage for your outdoor gear, homes with garage shop parking are a popular feature in this area. From cozy cabins to spacious mountain retreats, you'll find a variety of properties that offer the convenience and functionality of garage shop parking.

Imagine coming home to your own private oasis, where you can tinker away on your hobbies or simply unwind in the tranquility of the Blue Ridge Mountains. With homes featuring garage shop parking, you'll have the space you need to make your living experience truly your own.

Discover the perfect home that combines comfort, style, and practicality in Watauga County. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or looking to upgrade to your dream property, explore the real estate options in this vibrant community and find the home that checks all your boxes.

Newest Watauga Homes with Garage Shop Parking

$1,600,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4409555 MLS ⋅ 4,398 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Tucked away at the end of a tree-lined lane in the beautiful community of Valle Crucis, this thoughtfully updated mountain modern farmhouse offers the perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and timeless mountain living. Take in colorful sunset mountain views, unwind beside the trickling stream, and enjoy the gently rolling, partially fenced yard, well suited for lawn games, evening strolls, winter sledding, or simply watching deer, fox, and wild turkey wander by from the covered front porch. Inside, the beautifully renovated interior is equally inviting. The updated kitchen and three fully renovated bathrooms pair effortlessly with warm gathering spaces that include two family rooms, each with a gas fireplace, a spacious rec room, and four separate sleeping areas. Whether you're preparing a quiet breakfast or hosting friends and family for the holidays, the home's open, welcoming layout is designed for both everyday living and entertaining. With comfortable accommodations for at least eight guests, and the potential to sleep 12 or more with the addition of built-in bunks in the large upper-level bedroom, this property offers exceptional flexibility as a full-time residence, mountain retreat, or income-producing vacation rental. Perfectly situated just 1.5 miles from the iconic Mast General Store and the picturesque Valle Crucis Community Park, and only half a mile from Watauga River access, you'll enjoy easy access to some of the High Country's most cherished destinations while still feeling worlds away. Recent improvements include fresh exterior paint and a new roof on both the home and workshop, completed in June 2026, three fully renovated bathrooms, an updated kitchen, and numerous additional upgrades. Please see the attached documents for a complete list of renovations and improvements. Whether you're searching for a place to put down roots, a peaceful mountain escape, or a property with excellent investment potential, this home offers the rare combination of natural beauty, thoughtful updates, and an unbeatable Valle Crucis location. Come experience the quiet charm, breathtaking sunsets, and mountain lifestyle that make this property so special. List of items that convey available upon request. Seller is licensed NC Realtor. **Home cannot be seen from the main road. Please feel free to drive down Leighway Ln. to take a look. There's plenty of room to turn around.

165 Leighway Lane, Banner Elk

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams High Country. 828-266-5525

$2,750,000

3 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 4341380 MLS ⋅ 3,820 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status

ENJOY ELEGANT MOUNTAIN LIVING WITH VERY VERY LOW ENERGY COSTS YEAR ROUND WITHIN THE DESIRABLE, GATED COMMUNITY OF SWEETGRASS, 10 MINUTES FROM DOWNTOWN BLOWING ROCK. Custom built home in one of the best and largest lots in Sweetgrass, complete with its own small pier on the lake. House is nestled in on the point, both overlooking the lake, the dam, and the national forest, and surrounded by tasteful landscaping designed by Sonya Garland. Indulge in the luxury of staying warm all winter with virtually “free heat”. THIS HOME IS BOTH HIGH-TECH and NET-ZERO/OFF-THE GRID. TYPICAL UTILITY COSTS PER YEAR IS ONLY $800 (with a usage rate of 2 long weekends per month, and multiple week-long stays throughout the year with many guests, and keeping it at 68 degrees in the winter while away.) The thoughtful design makes this home “live” much bigger than what one would expect from the photos and its stated square footage. Open floorpan throughout but still feels cozy with the wood beams, warm cabinetry, and various living areas and flex space to cater to changing needs. Built-in sound system throughout the house. Primary bedroom and laundry on main floor, designed for retirement. Enjoy virtually “free heat” via radiant floor heating throughout is served by solar thermal panels that provide all of the heat and hot water for the house. Complete with (2) 90-gal. storage tanks for hot water, you will never run out. So much so, that the hot water overflow goes to the entire basement floor, keeping that level dry in the summer and warm in the winter. This makes it very comfortable for anyone working on hobbies or projects year-round. There is also a 500 gal propane tank and boiler as a backup for the heat, fireplaces, stovetop and grill connection on the deck. This home has solar photovoltaic (PV) panels that provide electricity, as well as a brand new Tesla PW3 battery (with 13.6KWH capacity) that powers the emergency panel, (which is charged by the grid when the utility power is on, and the solar PV system when it is off.) 4 electrical panels in the house w/ one serving as an “emergency” panel that is connected to the battery (running the controls to the house, some lights, some items in the kitchen, and the home theatre.) Most of the lighting is LED downlighting with remote power supplies in 3 discrete locations. This net-zero home is complete with an electric vehicle charger in the garage, making it virtually free to travel to/from your mountain retreat. The home is operated by a Control 4 operating system, that can easily monitor and control many systems remotely via an app on your phone, or the tablet in the kitchen. It can monitor, control, and design lighting and heating preferences, access the security system and cameras, door locks, music, TVs, home theatre, etc. Spacious kitchen has lots of workspace, ample cabinetry, large island, and a walk-in pantry, w/ an excellent work flow to handle multiple chefs cooking in the kitchen at the same time. Living area boasts vaulted ceilings, a gas fireplace and overlooks to the lake. The screened-in porch also has vaulted ceilings, wood-burning fireplace (w/ a gas starter) with views of amazing sunrises, and wildlife grazing along the dam and creek. The basement level has a large home theatre with a 4k projector, incredible sound system, tiered platforms for seating, and 8 powered reclining chairs. Over-sized, heated 2-car garage, 2nd refrigerator, and workshop area, mechanical room, and extra storage closets. At the center of the Sweetgrass community is a 22-acre private lake, suitable for canoeing, kayaking, swimming or fishing. It has approximately 3 miles of maintained hiking trails, making it a great place to walk dogs or get in a quick hike with friends without having to get in the car. There is access to trout-stoked Boone Fork Creek, and a community clubhouse with a fitness centers, gathering space, etc. Trail map is attached House is being sold fully furnished.

1220 Sweetgrass Drive, Blowing Rock

Listing courtesy of Velocity Properties LLC. jocelyn.yard@velocityrealtors.com

$1,995,000

6 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 4368522 MLS ⋅ 6,679 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Rare Unrestricted almost 7-acre Estate with Prime Commercial Potential! Discover the perfect blend of residential privacy and high-value investment opportunity. Enjoy this stunning remodeled home on 6.84 unrestricted acres in the heart of Boone, NC, offering a rare combination of a beautiful homesite paired with approximately 1 acre of prepped and leveled land ready for development. Because the property is unrestricted, your vision has no limits. Whether you want a large workshop, climate-controlled storage facility, a hobby barn, or a multi-unit investment project, the infrastructure is already primed. TheProperty History thoughtfully redesigned home offers an open, light-filled main level with spacious living room featuring unique double-sided fireplace connecting to the cozy seating area & remodeled chef’s kitchen. The vaulted sunroom beyond creates a perfect spot to relax or entertain. The main floor also includes an inviting primary suite with large walk-in shower & fireplace in the bath. Upstairs, discover 2 bedrooms with Jack & Jill bathroom & versatile bonus area. The lower level expands living options with 3 additional bedrooms, full bathroom, game room, home theater, & over 1,100 sq ft of garage/storage space. Multiple expansive decks, opening to peaceful acreage—great for outdoor gatherings & soaking in the natural beauty of mountain living with no restrictions. Properties with this much flexibility are rare in the High Country. Schedule your tour today to walk the land and see the potential for yourself. Property is easy to show! STR are permitted. Furnishings negotiable.

140 Wilson Ridge Road, Boone

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Ballantyne Area. lisa@lisanobles.com

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