Sweetgrass Real Estate

Welcome to Sweetgrass, a picturesque subdivision nestled in the heart of Blowing Rock, North Carolina. This enchanting community is a hidden gem in Watauga County, offering residents a perfect blend of natural beauty and modern living. With its stunning mountain views and lush landscapes, Sweetgrass is an ideal retreat for those seeking tranquility and a sense of belonging.

The charm of Sweetgrass lies not only in its breathtaking surroundings but also in its thoughtfully designed homes that harmonize with the environment. Each property showcases exquisite craftsmanship, featuring open floor plans, large windows, and outdoor spaces that invite you to bask in the serene atmosphere. Whether you’re looking for a cozy cabin or a spacious family home, Sweetgrass has something to suit every taste and lifestyle.

Residents of Sweetgrass enjoy easy access to a wealth of outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, and skiing, thanks to its proximity to the Blue Ridge Parkway and nearby ski resorts. The vibrant downtown of Blowing Rock, known for its boutique shops, gourmet dining, and cultural events, is just a stone's throw away. This charming town is also home to beautiful parks and recreational areas, making it perfect for family outings and community gatherings.

In Sweetgrass, you’ll not only find a home but a welcoming community that celebrates the beauty of mountain living. Experience the enchanting lifestyle that awaits you in Blowing Rock, where every day feels like a vacation. Come discover Sweetgrass, where your dream home and a vibrant community await!

Newest Listings in Sweetgrass

$3,000,000

5 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ 262545 MLS

Check out Virtual Tour: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=dGNp3oG4ep6&brand=0 Masterpiece in Sweetgrass! Welcome to an extraordinary custom-built mountain estate offering **5,043 heated square feet, plus an additional 594-square-foot above-garage in-law suite, and an additional 3,071-square-foot unfinished walkout basement** already framed and insulated for future expansion. Situated on one of the most unique homesites in the community, this is the **only property permitted to have a fence, barn, and horses**—a grandfathered provision established by the original builder, who intended this to be his personal homesite. A picturesque drive lined with mature apple trees welcomes you home, while invisible fencing provides convenience for pets. Crafted with exceptional attention to detail, the home showcases custom wood front and exterior doors, a stunning custom wood kitchen island, professional-grade chef's appliances, custom cabinetry throughout, high-end countertops, and a walk-in pantry with built-in storage. The thoughtfully designed floor plan features a luxurious main-level primary suite with a spa-inspired bath, custom walk-in closet, and its own gas fireplace. The private above-garage in-law suite offers a spacious bedroom, full bath, living room, and walk-in closet, providing exceptional comfort and privacy for extended family or guests. Every bathroom features custom vanities, while the spacious mudroom includes built-in storage and a dedicated dog washing station. Designed for both everyday living and entertaining, the home offers soaring ceilings, a dramatic floor-to-ceiling natural wood-burning fireplace in the main living area, two additional gas fireplaces—one in the primary suite and another in a second-floor bedroom—and the unfinished basement is already framed for future expansion, including the option for an additional fireplace utilizing the existing chimney. The home is served by both propane and electric systems. Outdoor living is equally impressive with two covered entertaining areas overlooking the peaceful mountain setting. Residents also enjoy outstanding community amenities, including a fitness center, game room with ping pong, a spacious clubhouse available for casual use or private events, and a community lake with complimentary kayaks available for residents. Combining exceptional craftsmanship, luxury finishes, unmatched flexibility, and the rare opportunity for equestrian living within a premier mountain community, this one-of-a-kind property offers a lifestyle unlike any other. **Highlights:** • 5,043 heated sq. ft. • Additional 594 sq. ft. above-garage in-law suite • Additional 3,071 sq. ft. unfinished walkout basement (framed and insulated) • Only home in the community approved for a fence, barn, and horses • Invisible pet fencing • Professional-grade chef's kitchen • Custom wood doors, cabinetry, vanities, and kitchen island. • Walk-in pantry with built-in storage • Dedicated dog washing station • Luxury primary suite with spa-inspired bath • Three fireplaces with space for a fourth • Two covered outdoor living areas • Community clubhouse, fitness center, game room, and lake with complimentary kayaks

119 Summer Day Drive, Blowing Rock

$335,000

262643 MLS

SWEETGRASS LAKEFRONT COTTAGE LOT! In beautiful Sweetgrass, Blowing Rock's Mountain Lake community, a special offering - one of the very few lakefront building sites! Cottage lots are "footprint" lots with common ground around them and an off-site septic system (to better preserve the lake water quality). This beautiful flat lot has a prime location, just steps from the Community Lake House, the beach, and the Fitness Center. It fronts on the Lake Trail - one of the miles of walking trails within Sweetgrass. The 22-acre Sweetgrass Lake is available for swimming, canoeing, paddle boarding, and fishing. Previously approved for a 3 BR septic system with an offsite drain field. How often do you find a flat lakefront lot just minutes from downtown Blowing Rock?

C50 Summer Day Drive, Blowing Rock

$995,000

2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 261834 MLS

DELIGHTFUL MOUNTAIN COTTAGE IN THE HEART OF THE BEAUTIFUL SWEETGRASS COMMUNITY! With a special setting in a cluster of four cottages overlooking the Lake on the campus of the Community Lake House, this beautifully crafted Adirondack-style cottage was designed for pure enjoyment! No muss, no fuss! With interior design that was ahead of the times, this light, bright interior with vaulted spaces, lots of light, neutral colors, accented by handsome dark wood, offered basically furnished, only needs your personal touches. A generous side porch with an outdoor fireplace serves as your outdoor living room. The location is just steps away from the 22-acre Lake, from the Fitness Center, the Community Lake House, the Fire Pit, and numerous choices for walking trails. A multi-acre meadow Greenspace behind the house offers sunset views of Grandfather Mountain and play space for children and pets and leads to a trail along beautiful Boone Fork Creek. The house is designed for one-level living, with a large guest bedroom upstairs, a loft that includes a sleeper sofa, a large storage closet, and a delightful nook that has been tucked into the eaves that is a special sleep-over and play space for little ones! The POA fees include $750 per quarter for the general Sweetgrass amenities plus $675 per quarter for landscaping care. Short-term rentals permitted, minimum 3-days, see Rental Rules for use limitations.

146 Sweet Meadow Lane, Blowing Rock

$235,000

261448 MLS

Tucked at the end of a peaceful cul-de-sac, this gently rolling homesite in the gated SweetGrass community offers an ideal setting for a refined mountain retreat. With potential views of Grandfather Mountain and favorable topography for an easy build, this lot is well-suited for a custom luxury residence. Septic permit in place through 2031, shared well, and utilities already installed provide a strong head start for construction. SweetGrass is known for its serene High Country setting and thoughtfully designed amenities, including hiking trails, fitness center, private lake, and river access—all just minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway. A rare opportunity to build in a quiet, established community with few restrictions, offering flexibility for a primary residence, second home, or investment.

TBD Owls Brow Ridge, Blowing Rock

$2,399,900

3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 260184 MLS

IN BEAUTIFUL SWEETGRASS (BLOWING ROCK'S GATED MOUNTAIN LAKE COMMUNITY), THIS EXCEPTIONAL CONTEMPORARY MOUNTAIN CRAFTSMAN-STYLE HOME DEFIES DESCRIPTION! (Literally, there were not appropriate MLS words to adequately describe it!) This home was designed and built for comfortable living for people with serious special interests. Within the house is a huge, light-filled studio space, that has been used by an accomplished weaver, with a cork floor and an adjacent greenhouse room. As a separate building, there is a second 516-SF studio space, that was used by an accomplished potter. Their equipment didn't stay, but lots of their good, creative energy does! The main house structure features an open living area that includes the living room with a Canadian Novo Supreme 38" Woodstove, the gourmet kitchen (with a Bosch gas cook-top, double ovens, custom-designed cabinetry with specialty cabinets, and open dining room. Tucked away is a walk-in pantry with clever shelving and storage and an extra Galanz refrigerator and a near-by powder room. Other main level living areas include a Library/Den with a "secret-passage" door and a Family/Music/TV room that easily accommodates overflow guests with a sleeper sofa and adjacent full bath. The Primary Bedroom and Bath are on the main level with two walk-in closets. Of course the tile bath floors are heated. And, of course, you can lie in bed and open the blinds (or not) with your remote control to greet the morning (or not). A sumptuous covered deck/outdoor living area is just off the living room, with a handsome cultured stone gas-fired fireplace. Upstairs are two gracious guest bedrooms and a large bath, with access to a climate-controlled attic storage space. The oversized two-car garage was especially constructed to allow easy access from street level. And the lovely lot features more flat yard space than you expect to find in the mountains (admittedly, with some helpful stone retaining walls). All this is within a couple blocks of the 22-acre Sweetgrass private Lake, suitable for canoeing or kayaking, swimming, or fishing. The Community Lake House overlooks the Lake and contains the well-equipped Fitness Center. There are about 3 miles of curated walking trails in Sweetgrass, dozens of acres of greenspace, plus access to trout-stocked Boone Fork Creek. A radon mitigation system was recently installed. Sellers have recently moved out, so the home is ready for YOUR immediate occupancy! What are you waiting for?

137 Mountain Breeze Knoll, Blowing Rock

$219,000

257691 MLS

SWEETGRASS...oh how we love thee. Tucked quietly at the end of Mountain Breeze Knoll, Lot 62 offers a rare opportunity to build your dream home in a setting that blends privacy, natural beauty, and resort-style amenities. SHARED WELL already available and ACTIVE SEPTIC PERMIT through 2029! This peaceful homesite sits within a thoughtfully planned mountain community anchored by a breathtaking 22-acre private lake — the centerpiece of outdoor living here. Residents enjoy direct access to multiple hiking trails that wind through the forest, offering scenic overlooks and quiet moments in nature. The lake itself invites exploration with canoe rentals available for leisurely paddles, while a lakeside beach with comfortable chairs provides the perfect spot to relax and take in expansive mountain views that shift with the seasons. At the heart of the community, a welcoming clubhouse features an exercise space and gathering areas, ideal for staying active or connecting with neighbors. Paved roads throughout ensure easy access year-round, and Lot 62’s cul-de-sac location offers exceptional tranquility — a true retreat from the everyday. Whether you're envisioning a weekend escape or a full-time mountain haven, Lot 62 invites you to experience the best of mountain living: peaceful, scenic, and full of possibility.

TBD Mountain Breeze Knoll, Blowing Rock

$1,495,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 257450 MLS

STUNNING BRAND NEW CONTEMPORARY MOUNTAIN HOUSE AT BEAUTIFUL SWEETGRASS, JUST STEPS FROM THE 22-ACRE LAKE AND LAKE HOUSE FITNESS CENTER! Dramatic open plan Great Room with a soaring fireplace and vaulted ceilings. Beautiful use of mountain materials and textures with contemporary flair! Large deck off the living room is part covered, part open. Primary bedroom features a luxurious bath with special textures and materials. Downstairs the huge family room opens out onto the stone patio and gently sloping yard or gives access to the two bedrooms - one with its own fireplace! Furnishings package is available at a substantial discount. Radon mitigation has been completed with a 1.2 reading. Other updates are being completed.

929 Sweetgrass Drive, Blowing Rock

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