965 Winterstar Loop, Burnsville, NC, 28714
About This Home
Perched above the 12th fairway of Mount Mitchell Golf Club, this beautifully crafted three-story contemporary home offers an exceptional mountain retreat with proven income potential. Surrounded by the natural beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains and set on a double lot, the property captures long-range views while a gentle creek flows along the lower portion of the land. Designed for comfort and flexibility, the home features 5 spacious bedrooms accommodating up to 14 guests— for multi-generational living or continued use as a short-term rental. A full basement adds valuable living and storage space, while the thoughtfully planned interior showcases quality craftsmanship. The home is enhanced by tasteful furnishings and décor, and has been successfully operated as a short-term rental. Enjoy the peaceful sounds of the nearby South Toe River and take advantage of the area’s outdoor lifestyle. With access to multiple rivers for fishing and kayaking, plus proximity to some of the highest peaks east of the Rockies—including Mount Mitchell—this location is a haven for hiking, mountain biking, and year-round adventure. Whether you're seeking a mountain escape, an investment property, or both, this one-of-a-kind home delivers space, scenery, and strong rental history in a highly desirable setting. Sloping of floors and retaining wall back of driveway have shifted. Home has an engineer report attached and seller is having repairs completed by Mid May. Documents and Invoice of repairs in Documents section.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 2003
Materials
- Foundation: Basement,Slab
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
- Construction materials: Wood Siding,Wood Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mountain,Traditional
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dryer,Dishwasher,Electric Range,Electric Water Heater,Disposal,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer
- Laundry features: Washer Hookup,Dryer Hookup,Upper Level
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Partial,Walk-Out Access
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Furnished,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Window Treatments
- Window features: Window Treatments
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: One,Factory Built,Gas,Propane
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 3,025
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Baseboard,Ductless,Electric,Fireplace(s)
- Cooling features: Ductless
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 3,274
- Total interior livable area: 3,025 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 074504813469000
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered,Multiple
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Golf Course
Lot
- Lot size: 0.95 Acres
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt,Attached,Driveway,Garage,Two Car Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Lightning
- Cold Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Ice Storm
- Strong Wind
- Landslide
- Tornado
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Yancey County and North Carolina
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $3,640 | $43,680 |
| Home Insurance * | $236 | $2,832 |
| Property Taxes | $352 | $4,224 |
| Electricity | $281 | $3,380 |
| Total | $4,509 | $54,108 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
North Carolina FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-07 | Listed for sale | $775,000 |
| 2025-12-02 | Listing removed | $778,000 |
| 2025-08-06 | Price change | $778,000 |
| 2025-05-05 | Listed for sale | $798,000 |
| 2022-07-14 | Sold | $625,000 |
View on Zillow