7255 Laurel Hill Drive
Newland, NC 28657
4 bd · 3 ba · 3,218 sqft · $225/sqft
Highlights
About This Home
Beautifully reintroduced to the market, this warm and inviting mountain retreat offers the perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and short-term rental potential in the heart of North Carolina’s mountains. Nestled within the breathtaking Linville Gorge area — often referred to as the “Grand Canyon of the East” — the home is surrounded by mature hardwoods, lush mountain greenery, and some of the region’s most beloved outdoor destinations.
Thoughtfully designed for gathering, the property features expansive covered porches, multiple entertaining spaces, and seamless indoor-outdoor living that makes every season in the mountains feel special. Rich wood interiors and spacious common areas create the atmosphere of a private mountain lodge, ideal for hosting family, friends, or vacation guests. Multiple gathering zones throughout the home provide flexibility for entertaining, game nights, relaxing weekends, and memorable mountain getaways.
Located just minutes from Upper Creek Falls hike with a natural waterslide, Table Rock Mountain, Grandfather Mountain, Linville Falls, Banner Elk, Sugar Mountain, Beech Mountain, hiking trails, wineries, golf, fishing, and year-round adventure, the location offers exceptional appeal for both personal enjoyment and vacation rental demand.
Short-term rentals are permitted, making this an outstanding opportunity for investors, second-home buyers, or anyone seeking a turnkey Blue Ridge escape with income potential.
For owners seeking both retreat and connection, the neighborhood also offers a welcoming sense of community, including weekly summer gatherings and social events that create opportunities to connect with neighbors while still enjoying the privacy and tranquility of mountain living.
Whether enjoyed as a personal retreat or a luxury vacation rental, this property captures the relaxed elegance, natural beauty, and gathering-focused lifestyle buyers are searching for.
Please note: while short-term rentals are allowed, guests do not have access to community pool or neighborhood amenities.
Property Details
Interior Details
- Heating
- Heat Pump
- Propane
- Flooring
- Vinyl
- Wood
- Sqftmain
- 1301
- Roomcount
- 12
- Sqftlower
- 0
- Sqftthird
- 0
- Sqftupper
- 0
- Exclusions
- Fridge
- Mirrors in primary suite bath upstairs and downstairs
- Dining table fixture - seller may be open to leaving them
- Sqftgarage
- 676
- Bedroommain
- 1
- Fullbathmain
- 1
- Halfbathmain
- 0
- Door Features
- French Doors
- Sliding Doors
- Half Bathrooms
- 0
- Bedroombasement
- 3
- Total Bathrooms
- 3
- Window Features
- Insulated Window(s)
- Fullbathbasement
- 2
- Halfbathbasement
- 0
- Laundry Features
- In Garage
- Sqftunheatedmain
- 676
- Interior Features
- Attic Stairs Pulldown
- Kitchen Island
- Open Floorplan
- Storage
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Mainlevelgarageyn
- 1
- Security Features
- Security System
- Sqftunheatedtotal
- 1226
- Fireplace Features
- Family Room
- Gas Log
- Sqfttotalpropertyhla
- 3218
- Sqftunheatedbasement
- 550
Square Footage And Levels
- Levels
- One
- Above Grade Finished Area
- 1301
- Below Grade Finished Area
- 1917
Parking And Garage
- Parking Features
- Driveway
- Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Exterior Features
- Roof
- Architectural Shingle
- Exterior Features
- Above Ground Hot Tub / Spa
- Construction Materials
- Hardboard Siding
- Patio And Porch Features
- Awning(s)
- Covered
- Front Porch
- Patio
- Rear Porch
- Wrap Around
Lot And Land
- Lot Features
- Sloped
- Wooded
- Lot Size Units
- Acres
Basement And Foundation
- Basement
- Basement Shop
- Finished
- Full
- Interior Entry
- Storage Space
- Walk-Out Access
- Walk-Up Access
- Foundation Details
- Basement
Waterfront And View
- View
- Winter
Utilities
- Sewer
- Septic Installed
- Utilities
- Cable Available
- Cable Connected
- Electricity Connected
- Propane
- Wired Internet Available
- Water Source
- Community Well
Financial Information
- Citytaxespaidto
- No City Taxes Paid
- Hoasubjecttodues
- Mandatory
Zoning And Restrictions
- Zoningspecification
- R- M U
Listed by Carly Conley (919-345-7239) · Keller Williams Professionals (828-658-1900)
Location
- Address
- 7255 Laurel Hill Drive
- City
- Newland, NC 28657
- Community
- Gingercake Acres
Schools
- Elementary
- Crossnore
- Middle
- Avery County
- High
- Avery County
School assignments may change. Contact the school district to confirm.
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