597 & 568 Auborn Trivette Road, Sugar Grove, NC

About the home

Perched above the Watauga River and surrounded by the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, this pair of homes delivers a one-of-a-kind riverside retreat. Two fully furnished, mountain-contemporary cabins with vaulted ceilings, gorgeous stone fireplaces, beautiful wood floors throughout, and stylish industrial finishes. The main living areas feature open floor plans, multiple seating and dining areas, and soaring windows that let natural light stream in, creating the perfect atmosphere for your riverside getaways. The kitchens are equipped with granite countertops, soft-close cabinets and drawers, large islands, and stainless-steel appliances. Each bedroom has a spa-like ensuite bath to make every morning a five-star experience. The larger cabin has 3,300 sf of living space, plus a detached two garage and 960 sf upstairs entertainment room outfitted with a pool table, foosball, kitchenette, sleeper sofa, and additional full bath. The smaller cabin provides an additional 2,100 sf for guests to relax and unwind. Expansive outdoor living spaces include wrap-around decks and covered porches, two hot tubs, multiple fire pits, a serene fishing pond, and over 440 ft of your own private stretch of river that's perfect for swimming, fishing, kayaking, or just listening to the babbling rapids. You'll also enjoy access rights to a shared riverfront common area, shared by only four properties, with a grassy area for lounging and a picnic and grill station. These two homes are a fantastic investment, whether you’re looking for successful rental properties or your own private retreat. Spend your day on the river or visit one of the nearby towns or attractions, including Boone, Blowing Rock, and Beech Mountain in NC, Damascus and Abingdon in VA, and Bristol and Johnson City in TN. Conveniently located just 35 minutes to Tweetsie, Appalachian Ski Mountain, Hawksnest Snow Tubing, Sugar Mountain Ski Resort, and Grandfather Mountain, and only 25 minutes to Watauga Lake with gorgeous parks, pontoon rentals, and fishing. Rental history available. Experience mountain living at its finest. Come see these properties today!

Price in context

• Asking $850 per square foot.
• Highest asking price of 4 active $1.5M+ homes in Sugar Grove.
• 2nd largest by living area of the 3 with a recorded size.
• No price changes since it was listed.
• 1 days on the market, listed 2026-09-17.
• County tax assessment $1,916,200; the asking price is 1.48× the assessed value.

Location

Neighborhood: None, Watauga County, ZIP 28679.

Assigned schools

• Elementary: Bethel
• Middle: None
• High: Watauga

School assignments come from the listing and can change; confirm with the district.

Features

Style

A-Frame, Cabin, Contemporary

Levels

Two

Construction

Cedar Shake, Stone Veneer, Wood

Roof

Metal

Bathrooms

4 full, 1 half

Fireplace

Yes

Kitchen & appliances

Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer

Heating

Central, Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Propane

Cooling

Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump

Garage

2 spaces

Parking

Attached Carport, Driveway, Detached Garage

Exterior

Above Ground Hot Tub / Spa, Fire Pit, Hot Tub

Waterfront

Beach - Public

View

Long Range, Mountain(s), Water

Lot

Flood Fringe Area, Flood Plain/Bottom Land, Green Area, Pond(s), River Front

County

Watauga

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See it privately

Nicholas and Miriam Peters show every home personally. Peters & Associates, 4401 Barclay Downs Dr #132, Charlotte, NC 28209. Office 704-264-4572. Request a private showing.