BREATHTAKING LONG-RANGE VIEWS! PERCHED AT 4,500 FEET IN A GATED COMMUNITY WITHIN A NATURE PRESERVE! Best kept secret in Watauga County! Sunalei Preserve, conveniently located 20 minutes to Boone, encompasses nearly 1000 acres of unmatched natural beauty including the summit of the community, Snake Mountain at over 5500 feet in elevation. This beautiful log cabin blends rustic charm with modern comfort, refined craftsmanship with hand-hewn log siding, exposed beams, soaring ceilings, Australian cypress floors, 3 fireplaces & 4,000+ SF of living space. And did we mention the views!! Designed for both relaxation & entertaining, the cabin includes spacious gathering areas, a billiards area in the lower-level den, & an observatory for stargazing. Outdoor living is unmatched, with covered & open porches on multiple decks. Set on 3+ acres, the property also features a grove of black walnut trees, planted by NC Forestry experts. Residents enjoy a private clubhouse at 5,000 feet, billiards, fitness facilities, tennis courts, & trails. Professional measurements will be added to the listing shortly.