A spectacular Banner Elk mountain home, once featured in US Airways Magazine and on the cover of Charlotte Homes and Land, offering the ultimate privacy, prestige and comfort! Part of Forest Ridge, a gated community 6 minutes from downtown Banner Elk. Forest Ridge is comprised of only 3 homeowners and driving through the easy access development will remind you of how manicured Disney World is! Wonderful views from inside the home as well as on the over 1800 square feet of deck space, mostly covered, which also features a soaring wood burning fireplace. Sunset views, spanning 180 degrees west and south. The home has a huge great room, kitchen and dining area open to each other, an elegant master bedroom suite, half bath and laundry on the main level. Gas fireplaces in the great room and master bedroom. The kitchen is truly gourmet, with its features including cherry cabinets, granite counter tops and high end appliances. Crafted walnut floors throughout the main level. The home is located at the top of the community and is surrounded by trees on two combined lots totaling more than 6 and one half acres. Two car oversized garage that is easy to enter. Newly paved circular driveway lined with lush landscaping/trees. At an elevation just under 4,000 feet, you will get the relief you seek from the heat! Designer furniture/furnishings could be included in the sale. Many special features included with this home and property, including a dedicated wine storage area, high ceilings, walk in closets, numerous expansive windows, den or game room downstairs and a whole house generator. Truly the best in luxury for you and your guests! With its location near Banner Elk, skiing, hiking, the Blue Ridge Parkway, Grandfather Mountain, restaurants, shopping, Valle Crucis, Boone, Blowing Rock and much more are close by.