1226 Grouse Moor Drive
Sugar Mountain, NC, 28604 $ 1,950,000
Bedrooms4 Baths4.0 Sq 5,185 Monthly Estimate*
$ 13,468
for $1,950,000 with 4 bedrooms and 4 full baths. This 5,185 square foot home was built in 2008 on a lot size of 1.
Room for everyone. Space to unwind. Mountain living at its best. Welcome to Birds Nest on Sugar Mountain, a fully furnished mountain retreat offering 5,185 square feet of versatile living space, long-range Blue Ridge Mountain views, and exceptional flexibility for personal enjoyment or rental income. Located just minutes from Sugar Mountain Ski Resort and along the resort's ski shuttle route, this custom-built home offers convenient access to skiing, dining, shopping, and year-round High Country recreation. With two fully equipped living quarters and generous gathering spaces, Birds Nest is ideally suited for extended family getaways, multigenerational living, or guests seeking a memorable mountain escape. Thoughtfully designed for comfort, privacy, and flexibility, the main and lower levels each feature a full kitchen, open-concept living and dining areas, an en suite primary bedroom, additional guest accommodations, and a dedicated laundry room. This distinctive layout allows extended family and guests to enjoy their own space while providing inviting areas to gather and reconnect. Designed for entertaining, the lower level features a spacious kitchen with an expansive bar, billiards area, and generous gathering spaces. Two additional flex rooms offer options for recreation, media, hobbies, or home offices. Upstairs, an oversized dormitory-style flex room provides even more versatility as a bunkroom, game room, or additional lounge. Throughout the home, vaulted ceilings, stone fireplaces, and comfortable living areas create a warm and welcoming mountain atmosphere. Outdoor living is equally inviting, with two expansive decks showcasing long-range mountain views, refreshing summer temperatures, and a front-row perspective of Sugar Mountain's Fourth of July fireworks. A newly added hot tub provides the perfect place to unwind after a day on the slopes, hiking nearby trails, or exploring the High Country. Additional highlights include a new HVAC system, attached two-car garage, mature landscaping, and custom bear-resistant roadside trash enclosures with convenient Village of Sugar Mountain pickup service. Situated on approximately one acre with no HOA, the property allows short- and long-term rentals and has an established rental history. Offered fully furnished, Birds Nest presents an appealing turnkey opportunity for buyers seeking a personal mountain getaway, an income-producing investment, or the flexibility to enjoy both. Experience the space, convenience, and year-round appeal of mountain living on Sugar Mountain.
See more
FeaturesGeneralLiving Area 5185
Sewer Septic Installed
Heating Electric ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment Heat Pump Propane
Cooling Ceiling Fan(s) Central Air Electric Gas
Utilities Cable Connected Electricity Connected Propane Underground Power Lines Wired Internet Available
Roof Architectural Shingle
Appliances Dishwasher Disposal Dryer Electric Oven ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator Exhaust Fan Gas Cooktop Gas Water Heater Microwave Oven Propane Water Heater Refrigerator Self Cleaning Oven Tankless Water
Garage Spaces 2
Patio/Porch Features Covered Deck Front Porch Porch Rear Porch
Security Features Carbon Monoxide Detector(s) Smoke Detector(s)
Construction Materials Fiber Cement Stone Veneer Wood
Year Built 2008
View Long Range Mountain(s) Year Round
Levels Two
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Parcel Number 1857-00-44-9622-00000
Elevation 4500
County Avery
New Construction N
Property Type Residential
HOA N
Subdivision Name Grouse Forest
Garage Y/N Y
Full Baths 4
High School Avery County
City Sugar Mountain
Senior Community Y/N N
Open Parking Spaces 5
Lot Size Units Acres
Carport Y/N N
Elementary School Banner Elk
Middle/Junior High School Avery County
Additional Parcels Y/N N
Virtual Tour https://william-mauney-photography.aryeo.com/videos/019d0df5-9353-7180-a24a-3a0ce79c4829?v=456 https://william-mauney-photography.aryeo.com/videos/019d0df5-9353-7180-a24a-3a0ce79c4829?v=456
Standard Status Active
Construction Type Site Built
Tax Assessed Value 991400
Listing Terms Cash Conventional
See more
InteriorInterior Amenities Attic Walk In Breakfast Bar Built-in Features Cable Prewire Entrance Foyer Garden Tub Hot Tub Kitchen Island Open Floorplan Pantry Sauna Split Bedroom Walk-In Closet(s) Walk-In Pantry
Basement Bath/Stubbed Exterior Entry Finished Full Interior Entry Walk-Out Access
Flooring Carpet
Fireplace Features Fire Pit Living Room Propane
Basement (Y/N) Y
Window Features Window Treatments
Fireplace Y/N Y
Above Grade Finished Area 2515
Half Baths 0
Laundry Features Electric Dryer Hookup In Bathroom Inside Laundry Room Main Level Multiple Locations Washer Hookup
Total Bedrooms 4
Below Grade Finished Area 2670
Total Baths 4
SqFt Main 2054
SqFt Lower 0
SqFt Garage 616
SqFt Upper 461
Bedroom 3
See more
ExteriorExterior Amenities Fire Pit Hot Tub Gas Grill
Parking Features Driveway Attached Garage Garage Door Opener Garage Faces Side
Lot Features Private Views
Water Source City
Lot Size Area 1
Foundation Details Basement
Road Surface Type Gravel Paved
Other Equipment Fuel Tank - Leased
Road Responsibility Publicly Maintained Road
Main Level Garage YN Y
See more
* Excluded FeaturesList ByIvester Jackson Christie'sBroker
Affordability Calculator
- Monthly Principal & Interest
- $13,468
- Monthly Property Taxes
- --
- Monthly Home Insurance
- --
Default based on a 30-year fixed rate of 7.375% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.
Learn more about how to save NearbySingle family listings in Sugar Mountain, NC
Average List Price $1,023,200
Percent of Sale Price 48%
About Sugar Mountain, NC 668 Population
9% Since 2002
$ 61,033 Median Income
47.63 Median Age
30% Households with Children
Trends Information provided by ATTOM Data Solutions.
1897826 Elementary School
2164537 Middle School
Avery County High School High School
Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
|---|
| 8/6/2026 | $1,950,000 | -7.14% | Price Down |
| 2/23/2026 | $2,100,000 | | Listed Price |