Nestled on over 8 secluded acres, this stunning barndominium style ranch offers a rare blend of rustic elegance and modern convenience. The land is meticulously treated and cleared, providing expansive, unobstructed views and lush pastures, enhanced by natural springs and a serene deer pond. As the personal home of its developer, this property exceeds building codes with unparalleled quality materials and structural integrity. Designed to maximize views and use of land. It’s both handicap friendly and economically sustainable, benefiting from a low Ashe County tax base. Delight in panoramic vistas from the expansive wrap-around porch. . Roof has 35yr arch shingles and metal roofing over porches. Privately owned well and gas tank. Ring security system and hard wired. 2 cargo conversion storage units w/garage between, gives over 1,000sf of storage for equipment, tools etc. Electric buried from road. As you enter the home, you are struck by the massive cedar beams and open floor plan, with cedar accents throughout. Custom slate stone flooring in Kitchen, MB,& half bath. Kitchen has oversized 5 burner Verona gas stove with dual ovens. Huge oversized island looks out to the perfectly sought after “layered Mountain View’s”. Custom solid wood cabinets, matte finish stone countertops & custom etched glass light fixtures. 24’ stone facade fireplace in living area w/ live edge mantle. Dining area has coffee bar w/additional sink & ventless gas stove heater. Enter the master Suite thru 150yr old barn door from India, high ceilings, huge 10x14’ walk in closet. MB has walk-in shower of seamless Moroccan Tadelakt. Relax in the additional full bath w/ jacuzzi tub, 16 jets! Full laundry on main level & mud room w/ extra closets, storage galore! Mud room has 3 rd fireplace that is vented gas stove heater. Loft bedrm has 1/2 bath. Outside boulder rock scape fire pit. Ideal location situated just 7 miles from WJ, 11 miles from Boone, enjoy the best of seclusion and convenience with endless possibilities. Small farm, family compound, even tiny house community. Adjacent additional 4 acres of treed & cleared land is also available (MLS 258557) Owner is Realtor.