Experience the ease of one-level living with the incredible bonus of a fully finished lower level that functions like a home of its own. Situated on over 3 unrestricted acres in a well-established neighborhood with no HOA fees, this meticulously maintained, one-owner brick ranch offers exceptional space, flexibility, and value. This spacious home features 5 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, 2 family rooms, a living room, 2 fully equipped kitchens, two laundry spaces, 2 dining areas, 3 fireplaces, a beautiful sunroom, and a detached two-car garage with an upstairs workshop. A covered drive-through patio provides convenient, no-step entry, making everyday access easy and comfortable. Pride of ownership is evident throughout. Recent improvements include a stunning vaulted sunroom addition, a newly added bathroom with a walk-in shower, a new roof in 2023, a state-of-the-art moisture control system installed in 2024 before Hurricane Helene, new flooring in the lower level, a newer heat pump with a new compressor installed in 2024, newer windows, and many other updates. While this home is move-in ready, with just a few cosmetic touches, it could truly become a showplace. Nature lovers will appreciate a walk-in access to the New River, just steps from the front door. Fish, float, or just enjoy the riverbank. Best of all, the property is not located in a flood zone, so flood insurance is not required. Enjoy easy year-round access with the paved circular driveway. Just 12 minutes from West Jefferson and only 35 minutes from Boone, you are never far away from dining, shopping, entertainment, fishing, hiking, parks, and more. The beautifully landscaped front yard offers mountain views, while the backyard provides a peaceful, private setting filled with mature trees, flowering plants, and abundant wildlife. The inviting sunroom is the perfect place to relax beside the cozy fireplace and watch the winter snowfall through the expansive windows, giving you the feeling of being outdoors while enjoying the comfort of home. This versatile property offers endless possibilities. The lower level is ideal for a mother-in-law suite, private living quarters for an adult child, caregiver accommodations, or as a separate 2-bedroom, 1-bath residence for rental income. It could also serve as a guest suite, home office, or multigenerational living space. Offered at approximately $110 per square foot, this is an exceptional value for a home of this size, quality, and versatility. Come discover all that West Jefferson in Ashe County has to offer and make this beautiful mountain property your next home. Appointments are required for all showings.