Purlear Real Estate

Purlear Real Estate

Welcome to Purlear, North Carolina—a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Wilkes County. Known for its breathtaking landscapes and tight-knit community, Purlear offers a unique blend of rural charm and modern convenience. This picturesque town is surrounded by the stunning Blue Ridge Mountains, making it an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful retreat.

Purlear is characterized by its friendly atmosphere and welcoming residents, making it a perfect place for families, retirees, and anyone looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The area boasts a rich history, with quaint historical sites and local traditions that add to its charm. Whether you’re exploring the scenic hiking trails, enjoying a leisurely drive along the winding country roads, or visiting local farms, Purlear offers a serene lifestyle that is hard to match.

In addition to its natural beauty, Purlear is conveniently located just a short drive from larger towns like Wilkesboro and North Wilkesboro, where you can find shopping, dining, and entertainment options. The community is also served by excellent schools and healthcare facilities, ensuring that residents have access to all the amenities needed for a comfortable life.

With a low cost of living and a variety of real estate options, from charming single-family homes to expansive properties with breathtaking views, Purlear is an ideal choice for those looking to plant roots in a welcoming environment. Discover the tranquility and charm of Purlear—your perfect slice of North Carolina awaits!

Newest Listings in Purlear

$950,000
4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 1235057 MLS
LOG HOME | LONG RANGE MOUNTAIN VIEWS | MAIN LEVEL LIVING | TWO CAR GARAGE | PAVED ROADS | SCREENED PORCHES | HOT TUB | MULTIPLE OUTDOOR LIVING SPACES | SUNRISE VIEW | ATV FRIENDLY COMMUNITY | Welcome to 2235 Buck Mtn Road, a true log home in the sought after Buck Mountain community. This very spacious mtn retreat blends rustic charm, comfort & functionality w/stunning long range views. Main level offers easy one level living w/primary suite, inviting living room & dramatic floor to ceiling stone fireplace. Upstairs are 3 additional bedrooms & 2 full baths. Finished basement adds 2 bonus rooms, gym, full bath, office & storage. A detached 2-car garage, paved access & abundant parking add convenience. Enjoy miles of hiking & ATV trails, waterfalls, parks, stocked fishing pond & community centers. Just 35 min to Boone, West Jefferson & Wilkesboro, w/easy access to the Blue Ridge Parkway, Kerr Scott Lake, skiing, golf, dining, wineries & breweries. Long & short term rentals allowed.

2235 Buck Mountain Road, Purlear

Listing courtesy of Gatewood Group Real Estate. Contact:

$950,000
4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 4422892 MLS
LOG HOME | LONG RANGE MOUNTAIN VIEWS | MAIN LEVEL LIVING | TWO CAR GARAGE | PAVED ROADS | SCREENED PORCH | HOT TUB | MULTIPLE OUTDOOR LIVING SPACES | SUNRISE VIEW | ATV FRIENDLY COMMUNITY | Welcome to 2235 Buck Mountain Road, a true log home tucked into the sought after Buck Mountain community. Designed for gathering, relaxing, and creating lasting memories, this spacious mountain retreat offers the combination of rustic character, functionality, and outdoor amenities that make this a legacy home. The main level features easy one level living with a spacious primary suite, inviting living room, and a stunning floor to ceiling stone fireplace that anchors the heart of the home. Step outside and take in the long range mountain views that provide a spectacular backdrop in every season. Upstairs, three additional bedrooms and two full bathrooms offer plenty of space for guests and extended stays. The spacious finished basement expands the possibilities with two large bonus rooms, a home gym, full bathroom, home office, storage area, and numerous closets. Whether you envision a recreation space, media room, bunk room, hobby area, or guest quarters, there is opportunity to make it your own. A detached two car garage, easy paved road access, and abundant parking add convenience rarely found in a mountain retreat. Beyond the property, Buck Mountain is an outdoor enthusiast's dream. Enjoy miles of hiking and ATV trails, community parks and waterfalls, a stocked catch and release fishing pond, and two community centers that host concerts, gatherings, and other activities throughout the year. This is more than a mountain home, it is a place designed to bring people together and become the centerpiece of countless memories for years to come. Travel Times: Charlotte 1hr, Winston 1hr 40min, Raleigh 2hrs 45min. CENTRALLY LOCATED - 35 min to Boone, West Jefferson and Wilkesboro. You'll also be close to the Blue Ridge Parkway, Kerr Scott Lake, Appalachian State University, shopping, dining, wineries, breweries, golf, mountain biking, and skiing. Long and short-term rentals are allowed in Buck Mountain.

2235 Buck Mountain Road, Purlear

Listing courtesy of Gatewood Group Real Estate. Theresa@JonGatewood.com
$545,000
2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 1234402 MLS
Cabin getaway in peaceful Buck Mountain! Conveniently located near the front of the community, this furnished cabin offers easy paved road & driveway access. The inviting great room features soaring ceilings, a stunning stone fireplace, wall of windows & beautiful views. The open kitchen features granite countertops, breakfast bar & pantry. Multiple decks provide the perfect spots for morning coffee, relaxing & enjoying spectacular west facing sunsets. Loft bedroom suite offers a walk-in closet & ensuite bath, while the lower level bonus/bunk room & full bath provide flexible space for guests, an office, or game nights. Storage shed adds room for outdoor gear. Enjoy Buck Mountain amenities including hiking and ATV trails, stocked fishing pond, abundant wildlife & community activities. Ideal as a getaway, vacation home, or short-term rental property. Travel Times: Charlotte 1hr, Winston 1hr 40min, Raleigh 2hrs 45min. CENTRALLY LOCATED 35 min to Boone, W Jefferson & Wilkesboro.

142 Fawn Lane, Purlear

Listing courtesy of Gatewood Group Real Estate. Contact:

$545,000
2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4420826 MLS
SUNSET VIEWS | EASY PAVED ACCESS | MULTIPLE OUTDOOR LIVING SPACES | BUNK ROOM | STORAGE SHED | PAVED DRIVEWAY | FURNISHED | ATV FRIENDLY COMMUNITY | This inviting cabin in the peaceful Buck Mountain community is the perfect place to slow down and enjoy time with the people you love. Conveniently located near the front of the community, the property offers easy paved road and paved driveway access, along with ample parking for family and friends. Whether you're arriving for a quiet weekend or a fun filled mountain getaway, getting here is easy. Inside, settle into the warm, welcoming great room, where high ceilings, a beautiful stone fireplace, and a wall of windows create a cozy gathering space filled with natural light and mountain views. The open kitchen keeps everyone connected, featuring granite countertops, a breakfast bar, pantry, and plenty of cabinet storage. Offered furnished, this cabin is ready for you to simply unpack and start enjoying right away. Multiple decks extend the living space outdoors, creating plenty of spots to sip morning coffee, afternoon relaxation, or evenings spent gathered around with friends and family. Facing west, the cabin offers a front row seat to breathtaking sunsets. The loft bedroom suite provides a private retreat with a walk-in closet and ensuite bathroom, while the lower level bonus/bunk room and full bathroom offer a comfortable space for overnight guests, home office, or relaxing game nights. Ample closets throughout the cabin make it easy to keep everything organized, and the separate storage building adds even more room for your outdoor gear and mountain toys. Buck Mountain offers the lifestyle that makes a mountain home truly special. Life in Buck Mountain is all about enjoying the outdoors and embracing a slower pace. Spend your days exploring community hiking and ATV trails, fishing in the stocked pond, watching the abundant wildlife, joining in community activities, or simply finding a quiet spot to take in the beauty around you. There's room here for adventure when you want it and plenty of peace when you don't. Whether you're looking for a weekend escape, a place to gather with family and friends, or a vacation home with short-term rental potential, this furnished mountain cabin offers an exceptional opportunity to make the mountains your home away from home. Travel Times: Charlotte 1hr, Winston 1hr 40min, Raleigh 2hrs 45min. CENTRALLY LOCATED - 35 min to Boone, West Jefferson and Wilkesboro. You'll also be close to the Blue Ridge Parkway, Kerr Scott Lake, Appalachian State University, shopping, dining, wineries, breweries, golf, mountain biking, and skiing.

142 Fawn Lane, Purlear

Listing courtesy of Gatewood Group Real Estate. Theresa@JonGatewood.com
$489,900
1234255 MLS
Imagine owning 59 acres split by Highway 421. On one side, you have a 51-acre retreat complete with its own private pond and easy access with a road already made. Just across the highway, the smaller tract sits right against the beautiful, trout-stocked waters of the South Prong Lewis Fork. Whether you are looking to build a dream mountain home, create a weekend fishing camp, land for hunting or invest in unrestricted land, this property has the long-range views you've been searching for.

W US Highway 421, Purlear

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Realty. Contact:

$35,000
4418284 MLS
1.43 ACRE BUILDING LOT | UNDERGROUND POWER AT LOT | FIBER OPTIC AT LOT | VIEW POTENTIAL | Don’t miss out on this great building lot, conveniently located in the 3,400 acre Buck Mountain Community...ONLY GATED ATV COMMUNITY in Wilkes County. Lot 119 is 1.43 acres with gently sloping terrain and great view potential with some tree trimming. Last lot before the cul-de-sac, enjoy end of road privacy. Surround yourself with abundant wildlife and escape the stress of daily life. Build your weekend retreat or vacation rental property here. Short-term and long-term rentals are allowed. Work remotely with fiber optic internet! BUCK MOUNTAIN IS A PRIME LOCATION! Arrive from Winston in under 1 hr, from Charlotte in 1hr 40min, Raleigh in 2hr 45min. Just minutes from High Country activities. Centrally located 35 min from Boone, West Jefferson & Wilkesboro. Close to BLUE RIDGE PKWY, ASU, shopping, dining, golf, wineries, breweries, mtn biking & skiing. BUCK MOUNTAIN HAS HARD TO FIND AMENITIES like ATV Trails, Hiking Trails, Parks, Stocked Fishing Pond, Waterfalls, Pavilions, Community Center, Helipad, Outdoor Activity Center with outdoor stage for live music, community gatherings & so much more! Make lasting memories while spending the day hiking or riding ATVs on the miles of trails. 1,400 SF min to build. NO TINY HOMES. NO MOBILE HOMES. NO SELLER FINANCING.

TBD Rich Pine Drive Unit #119, Purlear

Listing courtesy of Gatewood Group Real Estate. Theresa@JonGatewood.com
$35,000
1233442 MLS
1.43 ACRES | UNDERGROUND POWER | FIBER OPTIC | VIEW POTENTIAL | Great building lot located in 3,400 acre Buck Mtn...ONLY GATED ATV COMMUNITY in Wilkes County. Lot 119 is 1.43 acres w/gently sloping terrain & great view potential w/tree trimming. Last lot before cul-de-sac, enjoy end of road privacy. Surround yourself w/abundant wildlife. Escape the stress of daily life. Build your weekend retreat or rental property here. Long & short-term rentals allowed. Work remotely w/fiber optic internet! Arrive from Winston in under 1 hr, Charlotte in 1hr 40min, Raleigh in 2hr 45min. Central - 35 min from Boone, W Jefferson & Wilkesboro. Close to BLUE RIDGE PKWY, ASU, shopping, dining, golf, wineries, breweries, mtn biking & skiing. AMENITIES: ATV & Hiking Trails, Parks, Stocked Fishing Pond, Waterfalls, Pavilions, Community Ctr, Helipad, Outdoor Activity Center w/outdoor stage for live music, community gatherings & more! 1,400 SF min to build. NO TINY HOMES. NO MOBILE HOMES. NO SELLER FINANCING.

Lot 119 Rich Pine Drive, Purlear

Listing courtesy of Gatewood Group Real Estate. Contact:

$438,000
2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 1231808 MLS
Best Buy in Buck Mtn and has a mountain view! Escape to this charming 2-story cabin with an open floor plan featuring 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and a large bonus room. Full basement. Located in the gated Buck Mountain community, enjoy access to waterfalls, hiking trails, a stocked pond, and a community center. With fiber-optic internet and ATV-friendly trails, outdoor adventures await. Close to Boone, Blowing Rock, ski slopes, and restaurants, this property also allows for short-term rentals.

1050 Staghorn Road, Purlear

Listing courtesy of North Carolina Mountain Investments, LLC. Contact:

$629,000
3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 1230506 MLS
Escape to your own private mountain oasis with this beautiful 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath log cabin offering the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern comfort. This three-level home offers a bedroom and bath on each level, stainless steel appliances, two gas log fireplaces, and a spacious primary suite with a private bath featuring a soaking tub and large shower. The walk-out basement features a Superior Wall System with exterior access. Recent updates include a new roof (2026), upstairs HVAC (2026), and downstairs HVAC (2023). Outdoor living is just as impressive with a wraparound porch overlooking a picturesque pond, the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee or unwind in the evening. The property also includes a covered picnic shelter, numerous fruit trees, storage buildings with electricity(providing plenty of extra space for your equipment and hobbies), and room to enjoy nature in a peaceful, private setting. Located in Beautiful Buck Mountain with ATV and hiking trails to enjoy.

1647 Staghorn Road, Purlear

Listing courtesy of Ward & Ward Properties, LLC. Contact:

$69,900
1229884 MLS
+/-11 ACRES|ATV/UTV FRIENDLY|HIKING TRAILS|COMMUNITY AMENITIES|FIBER OPTIC|VIEW POTENTIAL| Searching for a place to build where seclusion, outdoor adventure & mtn community living come together? Discover Lot 222 Casey Mtn Rd in 3,400 acre Buck Mtn, Wilkes County’s only gated ATV friendly community. Begin planning your dream mtn home on this +/-11 acre lot. Buck Mtn is a nature lover’s paradise. Residents enjoy miles of private ATV & hiking trails, stocked fishing pond, scenic waterfalls, parks, pavilions, outdoor activity ctr w/stage for live music, community ctr & helipad. Spend the day exploring trails or fishing. Ideal location for full time residence, weekend getaway, or investment opportunity. Travel Times to Buck Mtn Gate: CLT 1hr, W-S 1hr 40min, Raleigh 2hrs 45min. 35 min to Boone, W Jefferson & Wilkesboro. Close to BR PKWY, ASU, shopping, dining, golf, wineries, breweries, mtn biking & skiing. Rentals allowed. 1,400 SF min. NO TINY HOMES. NO MOBILE HOMES. NO SELLER FINANCING.

Lot 222 Casey Mountain Road, Purlear

Listing courtesy of Gatewood Group Real Estate. Contact:

$69,900
4410597 MLS
+/-11 ACRES | PRIVACY | ATV/UTV FRIENDLY | HIKING TRAILS | COMMUNITY AMENITIES | FIBER OPTIC | VIEW POTENTIAL | Searching for a place to build where seclusion, outdoor adventure, and mountain community living come together? Discover Lot 222 Casey Mountain Rd in 3,400 acre Buck Mountain, Wilkes County’s only gated ATV friendly community. Begin planning your dream mountain home. Position your homesite on this +/-11 acre lot and enjoy the tranquil mountain setting. Buck Mountain is a nature lover’s paradise, offering an unmatched lifestyle centered around outdoor adventure and peaceful mountain living. Residents enjoy miles of private ATV and hiking trails, a stocked fishing pond, scenic waterfalls, parks, pavilions, outdoor activity center w/stage for live music, community center, and even a helipad. Spend the day exploring the trails, fishing, or simply listening to the soothing sounds of nature. Ideal location for a full time residence, weekend getaway, or investment opportunity. Convenient with these travel times to the Buck Mtn Gate: Charlotte 1hr, Winston 1hr 40min, Raleigh 2hrs 45min. CENTRALLY LOCATED 35 min to Boone, West Jefferson and Wilkesboro. Close to BLUE RIDGE PKWY, ASU, shopping, dining, golf, wineries, breweries, mountain biking and skiing. Both short-term and long-term rentals are allowed. 1,400 SF min. NO TINY HOMES. NO MOBILE HOMES. NO SELLER FINANCING.

TBD Casey Mountain Road Unit #222, Purlear

Listing courtesy of Gatewood Group Real Estate. Theresa@JonGatewood.com
$499,900
1228684 MLS
Large tract of undeveloped land just waiting for someone to come in and build a home or multiple homes. Land already has a cleared area for a home/build site. Peace and quite to enjoy tear round with long range views, Timber (could be harvested) and hunting locations abound all over this property.

00 Lump Road, Purlear

Listing courtesy of Howard Hanna Allen Tate – Blair Properties. Contact:

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