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.
- Heating System:
- Heat Pump, Propane, Electric, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
- Cooling System:
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric, Gas
- Basement:
- Full, Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Finished, Walk-Out Access, Bath/Stubbed
- Fireplace:
- Fire Pit, Propane, Living Room
- Patio:
- Front Porch, Covered, Porch, Rear Porch, Deck
- Parking:
- Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side
- Exterior Features:
- Fire Pit, Hot Tub, Gas Grill
- Flooring:
- Carpet
- Interior Features:
- Breakfast Bar, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Pantry, Built-in Features, Cable Prewire, Garden Tub, Attic Walk In, Sauna, Split Bedroom, Hot Tub
- Laundry Features:
- Laundry Room, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Main Level, In Bathroom, Multiple Locations, Inside
- Sewer:
- Septic Installed
- Utilities:
- Electricity Connected, Cable Connected, Propane, Underground Power Lines, Wired Internet Available
- Window Features:
- Window Treatments
- Appliances:
- Refrigerator, Electric Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, Exhaust Fan, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Wall Oven, Washer, Washer/Dryer, Propane Water Heater, Self Cleaning Oven, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator
- Country:
- US
- State:
- NC
- County:
- Avery
- City:
- Sugar Mountain
- Street:
- Grouse Forest
- Zipcode:
- 28604
- Street:
- Grouse Moor
- Street Number:
- 1226
- Street Suffix:
- Drive
- Longitude:
- W82° 8' 19.7''
- Latitude:
- N36° 7' 11.8''
- Elementary School:
- Banner Elk
- High School:
- Avery County
- Middle School:
- Avery County
- Office Name:
- Ivester Jackson Christie's
- Agent Name:
- Melissa Hilton
- TaxAnnualAmount:
- $0
- TaxAssessedValue:
- $0
- AssociationFee:
- $0
- Construction Materials:
- Wood, Fiber Cement, Stone Veneer
- Foundation Details:
- Basement
- Garage:
- 2
- Levels:
- Two
- Lot Features:
- Private, Views
- Previous Price:
- 2100000
- Video Url:
- https://william-mauney-photography.aryeo.com/videos/019d0df5-9353-7180-a24a-3a0ce79c4829?v=456
- Virtual Tour:
- https://william-mauney-photography.aryeo.com/videos/019d0df5-9353-7180-a24a-3a0ce79c4829?v=456
- Water Source:
- City
- List Agent Mls Id:
- R62156
- List Office Mls Id:
- 584401
- Listing Term:
- Cash,Conventional
- Mls Status:
- Active
- Modification Timestamp:
- 2026-10-10T20:20:05Z
- Originating System Name:
- Canopy
- Special Listing Conditions:
- None
- Status Change Timestamp:
- 2026-03-02T07:12:14Z
Residential For Sale
1226 Grouse Moor Drive, Sugar Mountain, North Carolina 28604
- Property Type :
- Residential
- Listing Type :
- For Sale
- Listing ID :
- 4347212
- Price :
- $1,950,000
- View :
- Long Range,Mountain(s),Year Round
- Bedrooms :
- 4
- Bathrooms :
- 4
- Square Footage :
- 5,185 Sqft
- Year Built :
- 2008
- Status :
- Active
- Full Bathrooms :
- 4
- Property Sub Type :
- Single Family Residence
- Roof:
- Architectural Shingle














































