Imagine waking up each morning to breathtaking, panoramic 360-degree mountain views, with the serene beauty of the forest stretching out just beyond your back porch. This exceptional lot offers a gently sloping build site perfectly suited for your dream mountain home, combining privacy, peaceful surroundings, and truly stunning long-range views that sweep across the valley and horizon. Already partially cleared to showcase the vistas, the setting feels like a private mountain retreat—yet it’s located just 3 miles from the charming town of Banner Elk and a short drive to Sugar Mountain, Beech Mountain, and a wide array of local attractions. Whether you're looking to build a full-time residence, a second home, or a short-term rental investment, this gated community offers the ideal opportunity, with paved roads, low POA fees, and secure access. The lifestyle here is rich with opportunity—from nearby wineries, golf courses, ski resorts, and fly fishing streams to hiking trails, mountain biking, horseback riding, live music, and farm-to-table dining. If you're seeking a top-of-the-world setting with every High Country adventure at your fingertips, this lot delivers on every front. Embrace the mountain lifestyle and build something truly special in a place that feels like home the moment you arrive.