Immerse yourself in the NC mountains with this spacious home in Laurel Ridge. Laurel Ridge is about 10 minutes from downtown Black Mountain and insulated without being isolated. Enjoy a wooded setting with beautiful mountain views in a community committed to the preservation of nature. This architecturally designed home features soaring ceilings and a multitude of windows for an abundance of natural light and a feeling of connection with the outside. Desirable main level living with easy access from the 2 car garage includes a Great Room rising two stories to a Redwood ceiling with craftsman wood and steel trusses. The cherry hardwood Kitchen is a custom build with elevated countertops. It is well equipped and is integral to the living area. A soapstone woodstove adds heat and ambiance during cooler weather. There Primary BR is on the main level, with a BA (shower and separate tub), Laundry, and walk-in closet. The main level also includes an Office/Study with a full BA. Skylights abound for added sunlight. Hardwood floors recently refinished. A second BR and full BA fill the large light filled Loft. Basement has separate apartment if desired, with separate entrance, but could also easily be considered and used as part of the whole house. The basement can be used as a 2nd Living Quarters or added 3rd BR with a full Bath. Beautiful new kitchenette. Kitchen includes instantaneous water heater. The unfinished part of the basement could easily be finished, or would make an excellent workshop with separate entrance. "Crawlspace" is insulated, fully sheet rocked, and has a poured concrete floor with a 3.5 - 4' ceiling height. This is an amazing storage area. There is a quality built Gazebo/Treehouse that sits high on a hill above the house. A nice trail leads to this must see structure. House has a well in addition to city water, but it has not been used recently. Standby automatic generator.