343 Turkey Run Road, West Jefferson, NC 28694 (MLS # 262506)
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At the end of a quiet road where the pavement, schedules, and noise of the modern world seem to fade away, you'll find a place that feels as though it was plucked from the pages of a mountain storybook. Nestled among towering trees in the Appalachian Mountains, this authentic log cabin offers a rare combination of seclusion, history, and timeless charm. Here, mornings begin with birdsong drifting through the forest, afternoons unfold beneath a canopy of green, and evenings are best spent watching firelight dance across hand-hewn logs that have already witnessed a century of history. Originally constructed from 100-year-old logs brought from Pennsylvania, this remarkable cabin carries a sense of character that simply cannot be recreated. Every beam and wall tells a story. A thoughtfully added addition provides additional living space while preserving the home's rustic mountain spirit. Inside, warm wood floors flow throughout much of the home, complemented by a cozy stone wood-burning fireplace and a vintage King wood stove that seem perfectly at home in this woodland retreat. Offered mostly furnished, the cabin is ready for its next chapter, whether as your full-time residence, weekend getaway, investment property, or family mountain haven. In other words, it's ready for YOU! Step onto the expansive front deck and leave the world behind. Sip coffee as the morning mist drifts through the trees. Spend quiet afternoons with a favorite book. Gather with family beneath a sky full of stars. The surrounding forest provides a backdrop of peace and privacy that seems increasingly difficult to find nowadays. Above, the loft level offers a second full bathroom and has traditionally served as a bedroom, though it could just as easily become an artist's studio, writer's retreat, home office, library, or cozy den. The space is yours to imagine. A charming--yet utilitarian--storage shed is nestled a few feet into the woods and is currently used a a workshop. But it could certainly be repurposed to your heart's content. Despite its wonderfully secluded setting on a private dead-end road with little traffic, you're less than 10 minutes from the welcoming mountain town of West Jefferson, with its galleries, restaurants, breweries, and small-town charm. Boone, Blowing Rock, Appalachian Ski Resort, and Appalachian State University are all within about 30 minutes, placing further adventure and convenience comfortably within reach. With no POA restrictions and only a shared responsibility among neighbors for the private road and community well, ownership remains refreshingly uncomplicated. Some homes provide shelter. Others provide an experience. This one offers a chance to slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect with the simple pleasures that drew people to the mountains generations ago.
| DAYS ON MARKET | 15 | LAST UPDATED | 6/26/2026 |
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| TRACT | None | YEAR BUILT | 1981 |
| COMMUNITY | 20-Pine Swamp, Old Fields, Ashe Elk | COUNTY | Ashe |
| STATUS | Conditional | PROPERTY TYPE(S) | Single Family |
SCHOOLS
| Elementary School | Westwood |
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| High School | Ashe County |
| ADDITIONAL DETAILS | |
| AIR | None |
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| APPLIANCES | Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer |
| AREA | 20-Pine Swamp, Old Fields, Ashe Elk |
| BASEMENT | Crawl Space |
| CONSTRUCTION | Log |
| EXTERIOR | Fire Pit, Storage |
| FIREPLACE | Yes |
| HEAT | Exhaust Fan, Fireplace(s), Forced Air, Propane, Wood Stove |
| LOT | 1.121 acre(s) |
| LOT DIMENSIONS | 1.121 |
| PARKING | Gravel, Driveway, Private |
| SEWER | Private Sewer |
| STORIES | 2 |
| STYLE | Cottage, Log Home |
| SUBDIVISION | None |
| TAXES | 1417 |
| VIEW | Yes |
| VIEW DESCRIPTION | Trees/Woods |
| WATER | Shared Well |
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3990 NC Highway 105 S. Suite C
Banner Elk, NC 28604
Banner Elk, NC 28604
Local: (828) 898.8965
Toll Free: 1 (800) 887.2446
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