Beautiful woodwork! Massive estate! Built in 2015 in NC. $949,000.
Core Property Overview
- Price: $949,000
- Address: 962 Hawks Roost Trail, Vilas, NC 28692
- Property Type: Single Family Residence (Log Cabin Home)
- Year Built: 2015
Main Interior Features
- Layout: 2 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bathrooms, across 1,173 sq. ft. of finished living area spread over 2 levels.
- Kitchen Finishes: Leathered granite countertops, premium wormy maple cabinetry, and high-quality stainless steel appliances including an induction cooktop.
- Living Spaces: Cozy, open living room anchored by a vented gas/propane stone fireplace, complete with high vaulted ceilings.
- Utilities & Efficiency: High-efficiency geothermal heating and cooling system, whole-house backup generator, and a 1,200-gallon water cistern.
- Furnishings & Flooring: Sold fully furnished with durable slab foundation styling and specialized epoxy flooring in the garage.
This stunning log cabin offers premium modern upgrades combined with rustic mountain craftsmanship. Anyone looking for a spectacular alpine retreat will find that this turnkey house for sale effortlessly balances high-end comfort with true wilderness charm.
Main Exterior & Land Features
- Acreage: Massive 23.94-acre mountain estate (comprising a 10.01-acre main parcel plus an adjoining 13.93-acre tract for enhanced privacy).
- Scenic Views: Unobstructed, panoramic long-range views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, including clear sightlines of Grandfather Mountain and the night lights of Beech Mountain Ski Resort.
- Expansion Potential: The expansive acreage features multiple pre-identified potential homesites for future guest houses, family compounds, or additional outbuildings.
- Equestrian Friendly: The expansive, usable acreage is fully permitted for horse facilities and keeping horses.
- Outdoor Living: Large, multiple open deck spaces tailored for entertaining, alongside a unique outdoor hot and cold shower setup.
- Parking Space: An attached 3-car garage paired with a private gravel driveway that accommodates three or more vehicles.
The vast acreage provides natural separation and unparalleled view corridors that protect your long-term privacy. This unique property for sale serves as an exceptional legacy estate or private horse farm in the heart of the High Country.
From Zillow
Welcome to one of the most spectacular view properties in the NC High Country. Located in the Vilas community, this rare mountain estate includes a fully furnished 2 bedroom, 2 bath log cabin situated on 10.01 acres, plus an additional adjoining 13.93 acres included with the sale, creating nearly 24 acres of natural separation, usable land, and breathtaking long-range Blue Ridge Mountain views that are becoming increasingly difficult to find in today’s market. From the moment you begin the drive in, the scenery takes over.
Endless Blue Ridge Mountain ridgelines unfold in nearly every direction, including visible views of iconic Grandfather Mountain and the lights of Beech Mountain Ski Resort glowing across the horizon. Rolling fog, vibrant sunsets, changing seasonal colors, and wide-open skies create a setting that feels more cinematic than residential. The additional acreage not only enhances separation, but also helps protect the extraordinary view corridors that make this property so rare. Beyond the existing cabin, the land offers multiple potential homesites for future expansion, guest homes, family compounds, or additional structures while still maintaining space and seclusion. Horses are permitted, creating an exceptional opportunity for buyers seeking acreage, flexibility, and true mountain living.
Inside, the home blends warm log cabin character with thoughtful updates throughout. The kitchen features wormy maple cabinetry, leathered granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a dedicated dining area positioned to capture the surrounding mountain scenery. The living room centers around a propane fireplace, creating a true mountain retreat atmosphere throughout the year. Outdoor living is equally impressive with multiple deck areas designed for entertaining, relaxing, and taking in the dramatic long-range views from sunrise to sunset. An outdoor hot and cold shower adds another layer of mountain lifestyle appeal after hiking, working outdoors, or simply enjoying the fresh High Country air.
Additional features include geothermal heating and cooling, whole-house generator, 1,200-gallon cistern, abundant storage, and an attached 3-car garage with epoxy flooring tailored for vehicles, recreational equipment, workshop space, or outdoor gear. Whether you are searching for a mountain getaway, equestrian-friendly property, second home, or legacy estate to hold for generations, this property delivers a level of acreage, flexibility, scenery, and natural beauty that is becoming increasingly rare in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Some mountain homes get attention. This one stops conversations entirely.
