About this home

Tucked away along the river in the heart of the High Country, this charming mountain retreat offers a rare combination of river frontage, privacy and convenient access to Valle Crucis, Boone and Banner Elk. Situated on 0.89 acre, the one-level home provides an inviting escape where the sounds and views of the river create a peaceful mountain setting. The land is incredibly gentle, fully useable. The thoughtfully designed interior features one bedroom and one full bath, along with an open living, dining and kitchen area. Wood accents and a comfortable mountain aesthetic complement the natural surroundings, while covered and open deck areas provide wonderful spaces to relax outdoors, listen to the river and enjoy the cool mountain air. The property features river frontage and river views, a shared paved driveway and private paved road access. A metal roof, wood exterior and classic mountain architecture add to the home's rustic character. Fiber-optic and high-speed internet availability make it possible to stay connected while enjoying a quieter mountain lifestyle. With both short-term and long-term rentals permitted, the property offers flexibility as a personal getaway, investment property or combination of the two. Conveniently located off DeWitt Barnett Road near Valle Crucis, with easy access to Highway 105, this is an excellent base for enjoying everything the High Country has to offer. Whether you're looking for a weekend escape, mountain rental or simply a peaceful place along the river, 151 Red Tailed Hawk Road offers an opportunity to own a special piece of the North Carolina mountains.

Facts and features

Schools

• Valle Crucis Elementary

  elementary · K-8 · 0.6 mi

  7

• Watauga High

  high · 9-12 · 6.6 mi

  8

• Cove Creek Elementary

  elementary · K-8 · 3.6 mi

  7

• Hardin Park Elementary

  elementary · K-8 · 6.0 mi

  8

• Watauga Innovation Academy

  high · 9-12 · 6.6 mi

  6

Price history

• Sep 22, 2026 · Listed$500,000
• Aug 28, 2026 · Listed$500,000
• Jul 24, 2009 · Sold$315,000

Tax history

• 2025$789 tax · $183,200 assessed
• 2024$777 tax · $183,200 assessed
• 2023$777 tax · $183,200 assessed
• 2022$754 tax · $183,200 assessed
• 2020$614 tax · $117,900 assessed
• 2019$614 tax · $117,900 assessed
• 2018$555 tax · $117,900 assessed
• 2017$555 tax · $117,900 assessed

Home value

$489,347

• Quantarium$489,347
• Cotality$466,100
• Collateral Analytics$495,000

Where it is