James Collier

Charm, elegance and quality converge in this delightful cottage located on the first fairway of the BRCC golf course just a short walk from the clubhouse. Built in 1996, this immaculate home was completely renovated in 2016 with a thoughtful design by Emily Bourgeois. Large windows allow loads of natural light in the living and dining rooms. The dining room has a built in banquet with bookshelves. The kitchen features Thermador appliances and custom cabinetry by Banner Cabinets. The primary and guest bedrooms with en suite baths are on the second level. The lower level has a large family room that is currently being used as additional sleeping space. This home is beautifully appointed and is being offered furnished with a few exceptions. There is a bluestone terrace that overlooks the golf course. The small yard is impeccably landscaped. Garage space for golf cart in basement, The current owner calls it the “easy house”, breeze in, breeze out.

Great opportunity to purchase a true custom home with the best views! Great open floorplan with no wasted space with vaulted ceilings in the Living Area & MBR. 3 Bedroom & 3.5 Baths, live on one level with the Main Suite, Laundry, Porch all on the main! 600 sq. ft. of covered porch space and 1 with FP. The Main Level porch has the BEST views with an amazing fireplace. Tremendous natural lighting with extra and oversized windows throughout. Primary Suite will impress with designer lighting, double sinks, oversized walk in shower, great closet & access to the laundry. Builder opted to go ahead and install extras- French door refrigerator, washer and dryer already installed & have ordered gas logs to be installed soon on porch. Lower level is the perfect guest space with 2 BR's/ 2 Full Baths/ Family / TV Room & Oversized Closets with its own porch too. Truly a Blowing Rock area & very convenient to both Boone and Blowing Rock & just off the Blue Ridge Parkway! Extras are spray foam walls, crawl & roofing! Encapsulated crawlspace with commercial dehumidifier. Landscaping and asphalt drive! Tankless Gas Water Heater. Incredible short term rental property.

Unprecedented opportunity to acquire a historic home on 3.5 acres in Laurel Park w/breathtaking views of Johns River Gorge & Grandfather Mt. Merlin's Glen is one of only a handful of estates in Blowing Rock offering privacy & solitude & only a 5min walk from the heart of Blowing Rock. A meandering driveway winds through rhododendron & trees to unveil a magnificent setting for the home. The original part of this house was built in 1917 w/an addition in 1994. The great room has beautiful chestnut paneling & magnificent stone fpl. The property extends to Globe Road affording complete view control. The sound of Glen Burney Falls can be heard from the porch. This house has been a summer cottage owned by the same family for over 100yrs. Enjoy the existing home, update or build your design. Sam Greeson created a stunning plan for renovation that would update this home for modern living. The property also has a detached 2 car garage w/guest quarters. Exquisite stone walls grace the property. Show more

Charming log home offering privacy and long range mountain views. This lovely home has been updated with a newly remodeled kitchen with granite countertops, a large copper sink and all new top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances. Both bathrooms have also been remodeled. One level living with the primary and both guestrooms on the first floor. The loft offers additional sleeping space with a built-in bunkbed and a futon. There is also a covered carport located right off the kitchen. This home has a detached two car garage that is currently being used as a game room. The house comes with a hot tub. This property is turnkey with almost all of the furniture and furnishings conveying with the sale. The crawlspace is encapsulated with a commercial dehumidifier. Crawl space access code is 8-4-9-2. Short term rentals are allowed.

Spacious, contemporay mountain home overlooking New River Lake offering privacy and seclusion, yet conveniently located close to town. New River Lake is a gated neighborhood surrounding a lake that allows fishing and recreation. This house has just been updated with a new kitchen and appliances, new flooring throughout and freshly painted. Main level has soaring vaulted ceilings with a wall of glass to enjoy the view. The kitchen, dining room and primary bedroom are on this level. There are ample decks to enjoy the lake and mountain views. Jacuzzi tub and steam shower. Two lower levels offer five more bedrooms and bathrooms with a family room and playroom on each level that can be accessed by elevator. This house is offered fully furnished with limited exceptions (art work, dishes, monogrammed bedding and some sentimental furniture pieces). New River Lake has a golf cart trail offering easy access to the Blowing Rock Country Club. Encapsulated crawl space.

Sales Manager | Broker | Walnut Cove Realty
I’m the Sales Manager at Walnut Cove Realty and an active broker serving Asheville and Western North Carolina. Walnut Cove Realty is the region’s #1 luxury boutique brokerage, and my experience includes luxury homes, legacy properties, and real estate investments across the market.
I moved to Asheville nine years ago as the General Manager of The Cliffs at Walnut Cove, which gave me a deep understanding of luxury communities, land, and what truly drives long-term value. Today, I work with investors, second-home buyers, and full-time residents, bringing a practical, straightforward perspective to every transaction.
I stay closely connected to market trends while remaining directly involved in deals, allowing me to offer clear guidance without the noise.
Outside of real estate, I’m married to a Mission Hospital nurse and am a proud dad to two middle-school daughters. Asheville isn’t just where I work—it’s home.

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Blowing Rock

Family Home

$1,000,000 to $1,600,000

2,200 ft² to 4,800 ft²

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$750,000

$1,600,000

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