Amazing sunsets illuminate the sky above beautiful long range mountain views from the cleared, buildable homesite. The road to the site is cut through solid rock formations. There are several potential homesites and a spring in the shady ravine on the 20. 7 acres. It is only 3 miles from the back gate of Eagles Nest, which has the most prominent homes in the area. As you hike the property, you will see mature hardwoods, wildflowers and rock outcroppings. You can hear the water in Trivette Branch creek across Dark Ridge Road as it winds down to the Elk River. To the South, is the majestic Dark Ridge. To the West, you see ridges of mountains in the Cherokee National Forest. At times, you can see the mist winding skyward from a large waterfall called Twisted Falls, less than 2 miles away. The land is very private and exceptionally quiet. But it is only 24 minutes from Banner Elk with its gourmet restaurants, festivals, Farmers Market and charming shops. If you like to ski or snow board, Beach Mountain Ski Resort is just 22 minutes, Sugar Mountain skiing is just 32 minutes and Appalachian Ski Resort is just 50 minutes. It is also just 22 minutes from Elk Park with its quaint antique stores. The main industry in Elk Park is Christmas Trees Elk Park has a beautiful water falls that is a very gentle hike. The Elk River is known for fly fishing. Elk Park is also just a few minutes from the Appalachian Trail and Roan Mountain, the highest peak in the area. Nearby Newland is the county seat for Avery County. The property is also just 29 minutes from Lake Watauga, a large freshwater lake, with boat ramps, swimming and fishing. It is just 36 minutes from Boone, home of Appalachian State University. It is 33 minutes from Grandfather Mountain and just under an hour to the Bristol Raceway. The Tri-Cities have an airport and all kinds of shopping. This parcel is ideal for your dream home or as an investment for future development. There is valuable timber on this land that will be ready to log in a few years. If you are a hunter, there is abundant wildlife and a deer stand. Avery County assessed the property at 111,800 so our 2022 tax bill is 447. 20. This property offers privacy in a peaceful, picturesque setting close to everything the High Country has to offer.