This recently renovated cottage offers an intimate forest setting just 5 minutes from Downtown Boone! Only three steps to enter and you'll be greeted by an wide-open great room with vaulted ceilings, wood beams, a stone fireplace with gas logs, and plenty of space for everyone to gather. The kitchen is well-equipped with updated top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances, a convection oven, gas range with custom hood, quartz countertops, a large island with plenty of seating, and custom cabinets. There are 2 bedrooms on the main level with a shared full bathroom. One bedroom has ensuite bathroom access. Upstairs, you'll find the peaceful primary suite, ensuite bath with a walk-in shower, and a large custom walk-in closet. The lower level has another spacious living room, plus a game nook equipped with a foosball table. There are also 2 additional bonus rooms on the lower level that share a full bathroom. The outdoor spaces rival the charming interior of this lovely home! The covered front porch invites you to relax in the crisp mountain air, or soak away your stress in the round hot tub. Enjoy the peaceful treehouse feel from your two levels of covered decks on the back of the house, which provide a nice space to grill out and plenty of additional seating area. The backyard also has a firepit to enjoy on cool nights with friends and family. Located in the desirable Blowing Rock school district, this home is perfectly located between Boone and Blowing Rock, and is just 5 minutes to the heart of Boone's shopping and dining. The Blue Ridge Parkway, Blowing Rock, and Valle Crucis are all less than a 15-minute drive, and less than half an hour to Sugar Mountain, Banner Elk, and Beech Mountain. This 3 bed / 3 bath home, with 2 bonus rooms, serves as a fantastic investment opportunity or a perfect full-time residence. Rental history available upon request. Don't miss your chance to experience all the bliss that mountain living has to offer - Schedule your showing today!