43 Elk Mdw Dr Banner Elk, NC 28604

This well-maintained and thoughtfully updated 3BR/2BA Mountain home rests on a gently sloping lot <2mi Sugar Mountain Ski & ~1mi from groceries & restaurants, offering both serenity & convenience. With vaulted pine ceilings and stone fireplace w/ gas logs, the home offers the cozy cabin feel buyers are looking for-plus the practical updates that make ownership easy. The main level features a bright, open living and dining area with large windows framing seasonal ski slope views. The kitchen is a chef's delight with concrete countertops, double oven and ample cabinet space. The primary bedroom and en suite on this floor boast a soaking tub and direct access to the south-facing deck. Upstairs are 2 generously sized bedrooms, a washer/dryer, full bath, and a flexible loft space for work or play. The deck is ideal for grilling, dining alfresco, or gazing out at the pond next door. Pets and playful folks will love the yard! Detached 18x22' garage and paved driveway provide plenty of parking for family & friends. Numerous recent improvements add value and peace of mind, including new flooring & fresh paint throughout (2023), updated appliances ('23), new HVAC ('25), exterior stained ('25), septic pumped ('25) and new vapor barrier in crawlspace ('25)...plus many more! Offered fully furnished with minimal exclusions, the home is ready to go for full-time living, a mountain getaway, or as a turnkey rental. Both short- and long-term rentals are permitted, and the home has a rental history with excellent reviews. An updated survey is forthcoming, bringing lot size to ~0.71ac. Home is on shared well, and there is a septic easement in place for lot 3. Septic permit not located. Sitting at ~4300' elevation, this home is begging you to come enjoy the cool mountain summers, and whether you're hiking, golfing, mountain-biking or dining out in quaint Banner Elk (~3mi), everything that makes the High Country special is just a stone's throw away. See it before it's gone!