Peaceful mountain retreat with rental flexibility and modern upgrades located on a quiet dead-end road with no through traffic, this versatile home offers both privacy and income potential, perfect as a spacious single-family residence or configured as two separate living spaces. Just half a mile from the Blue Ridge Parkway and conveniently situated between Boone and Blowing Rock. Featuring two separate entrances, two full kitchens, and ample parking, making it well suited for short- or long-term rental options. The main level includes 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, with vaulted ceilings and expansive windows that fill the space with natural light and frame the mountain surroundings.The lower level, completed in 2010, offers a second kitchen, large living area, full bath, and two flexible rooms that can function as bedrooms, offices, or play areas. Recent updates include: newer solid hardwood flooring throughout the main level, hickory-style manufactured hardwood downstairs (2025), upstairs, all new kitchen appliances, washer and dryer. The home sits on a flat, half-acre lot with usable front, back, and side yards, a rare find in the mountains. Whether you choose to live in one level and rent the other, or enjoy it all as a single-family home, this property delivers comfort, flexibility, and peace in a prime High Country setting. Roof (2019) HVAC / Heat pump (2022), And a professional water filtration system that raises ph and removes iron.