6 Beds
7 Baths
3,783 SqFt
6 Beds
7 Baths
3,783 SqFt
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 3,783 sqft
Price per Sqft $922
MLS Listing ID 264604
Style Farmhouse,Victorian
Bedrooms 6
Full Baths 6
Half Baths 1
HOA Y/N No
Abv Grd Liv Area 3,783
Year Built 1875
Annual Tax Amount $10,926
Lot Size 11.300 Acres
Acres 11.3
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Property Description
The Lovill House (1875) has six bedrooms, each with ensuite bath, plus a half bath. Gracious living and dining rooms, a large kitchen, and an expansive covered porch. Original architectural features remain throughout, including the staircase, several fireplaces, a wraparound southern porch, and wormy chestnut finishes.
Lovill Cabin (1998) is a separate two-bedroom, one-bath guest cabin with a full kitchen, a living area with a wood-burning fireplace, outdoor decks, and a screened porch.
The Springhouse (1931) is a separate one-bedroom guest cabin with a loft, one bath, an efficiency kitchen, and a porch currently used as a caretaker's quarters.
The Lovill Barn (1875) is a fully restored two-story barn used for weddings, graduations, and other guests related events. The upper level seats about 50 guests. The main level, with original horse stalls and a brick floor, suits smaller gatherings. The barn is accessed by a driveway made of permeable pavers and surrounded with beautiful landscaping and a hidden waterfall.
The Powerhouse (2021) is a separate building designed to match the architectural design of the main house that combines the solar generation, battery storage, and a back up connection to the electrical grid to power the entire property. The Powerhouse also serves as conditioned space for guest's pets.
The current owners completed a full renovation of every building, pairing historic character with modern luxury and sustainability. The project was awarded the North Carolina Sustainable Energy Project of the Year in 2021, and the Lovill estate has been featured in Southern Living, Our State Magazine, MSNOW, and other publications.
The Lovill House holds a 4.99 out of 5 rating across several hundred Google reviews. Recognitions include KAYAK Top-Rated Property, NC GreenTravel's highest certification, and the Sustainable Tourism award from Explore Boone.
The house also holds a distinct place in local history. The state charter for what is now Appalachian State University was written here in 1903. W. R. Lovill, attorney for the Tweetsie Railroad, lived here with his family and was the mayor of Boone during the years the Appalachian Theatre, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and the federal post office were completed. The house is not on the historic register, but both the exterior and interior retain classic period features.
The undeveloped parcels offer further development potential in a constrained market with demand for housing and lodging less than one mile from campus and downtown.
Location
State NC
County Watauga
Community Short Term Rental Allowed
Area 1-Boone, Brushy Fork, New River
Rooms
Basement Crawl Space
Interior
Interior Features Carbon Monoxide Detector, Furnished, Permanent Attic Stairs, Window Treatments
Heating Electric, Fireplace(s), Heat Pump, Other, Solar, See Remarks, Zoned
Cooling Ductless, Heat Pump, 3+ Units, Zoned
Fireplaces Type Gas, Masonry, Stone, Vented, Insert, Propane, Wood Burning, Wood BurningStove
Fireplace Yes
Appliance Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
Laundry Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Main Level
Exterior
Exterior Feature Fire Pit, Storage
Parking Features Asphalt, Concrete, Carport, Driveway
Community Features Short Term Rental Allowed
Utilities Available High Speed Internet Available
Waterfront Description Creek,Stream
Water Access Desc Public
View Creek/Stream
Roof Type Architectural,Metal,Shingle
Porch Covered, Multiple, Screened, Wrap Around
Building
Lot Description Waterfall
Story 2
Entry Level Two
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Farmhouse, Victorian
Level or Stories Two
Additional Building Barn(s), Guest House, Gazebo, Living Quarters
Schools
Elementary Schools Hardin Park
High Schools Watauga
Others
Tax ID 2901-40-7729-000
Security Features Security System
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional, New Loan
Green/Energy Cert Solar
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional, New Loan
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