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278 Timber Rock Trail, Banner Elk, NC, 28604

5beds
6baths
5,528sqft
$4,200,000
$760price/sqft
$24,173/moest. monthly cost
$966,920/yrincome needed

About This Home

Perched high on the ridge of The Lodges at Eagles Nest, 278 Timber Rock Trail is a one-of-a-kind luxury mountain retreat offering unmatched craftsmanship, breathtaking sunset views, and over 5,500 square feet of custom living space built by renowned builder Tom Eggars. Designed to maximize both comfort and entertainment, this 5 bedroom, 6 bathroom home features over 1,800 square feet of deck space overlooking the layered mountain views and unforgettable western sunsets! Inside, you’ll find a stunning custom kitchen with high-end finishes throughout, expansive living areas, and a main-level primary suite for convenient mountain living. The lower level was built for entertaining with an incredible game room, wet bar, private theater, and upstairs you will find two additional bedrooms and a large hidden bonus room perfect for a fitness space, bunk room, or additional recreation area. Outdoor living is just as impressive with a custom outdoor fireplace, beautifully landscaped firepit area, and hot tub already in place to enjoy cool mountain evenings year-round. For adventure and functionality, the home offers both an ATV garage and an oversized two-car basement garage designed large enough to accommodate an indoor pickleball court if desired and comes with a Tesla charger already installed! Offered partially furnished with all existing Restoration Hardware furnishings included, this is a rare turnkey opportunity in one of the High Country’s most sought-after luxury communities. Whether you are searching for a second home, investment property, or high-performing rental opportunity, 278 Timber Rock Trail delivers an exceptional mountain lifestyle unlike anything else currently available!

Getting Around

0
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
0
BikeNot Bike Friendly

Schools

7/10
5/10
Cranberry Middle SchoolGrades 6-84.4 mi
3/10
Avery County High SchoolGrades 9-128.9 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 2026

Materials

  • Foundation: Basement
  • Roof: Architectural,Shingle
  • Construction materials: Frame,Stone,Wood Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Mountain
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dryer,Dishwasher,Gas Cooktop,Gas Water Heater,Tankless Water Heater,Washer
  • Laundry features: Main Level

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Crawl Space,Finished

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 6
  • Full bathrooms: 6

Features

  • Wet Bar,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Furnished,Hot Tub/Spa,Home Theater
  • Number of fireplaces: 3
  • Fireplace features: Three,Stone,Outside,Propane
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area below ground: 1,567
  • Finished area above ground: 3,961

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Electric,Fireplace(s)
  • Cooling features: Electric,2 Units

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 5,528
  • Total interior livable area: 5,528 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 19300093360300000

Features

  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Stories: 3
  • Patio & porch: Multiple
  • Exterior features: Fire Pit,Hot Tub/Spa,Gravel Driveway
  • Has spa: Yes
  • Spa features: Hot Tub
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Long Range,Mountain(s),Southern Exposure

Lot

  • Lot size: 1.47 Acres

Parking

  • Total spaces: 3
  • Parking features: Attached,Driveway,Garage,Gravel,Private,Three or more Spaces
  • Has garage: Yes
  • 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
    LightningVery High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveRelatively High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormRelatively High
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindRelatively High
  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Landslide
    LandslideModerate
  • Tornado
    TornadoModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Lightning
Cold Wave
Inland Flooding
Ice Storm
Strong Wind
Hail
Landslide
Tornado
Winter Weather

FEMA Declared Disasters in Avery County and North Carolina

Flood
Hurricane
Mud Landslide
Severe Storm
Tropical Depression
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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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $21,237$254,844
Home Insurance *$1,127$13,524
Property Taxes $1,295$15,540
Electricity $514$6,178
Total$24,173$290,076
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$828,788/yr
40% on housing$725,190/yr
45% on housing$644,613/yr

North Carolina FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 235,990Commercial: 10,165
Total Premiums$278.20M
Total Exposure$57.33B

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.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 9.8%
9.8%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 4.0%
4.0%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 1.4%
1.4%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$760This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 28604$289
Avery County$281

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 28604$365
Avery County$290

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

DateEventPrice
2026-08-06Price change$4,095,000
2026-07-04Listed for sale$4,200,000
2026-06-02Listing removed$4,200,000
2026-05-21Listed for sale$4,200,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentAllison Schoen
BrokerageElevate Land & Realty Banner Elk

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