Only 1.3 miles from downtown Black Mountain, this 1930-built home combines its original vintage charm with modern updates on a large, fully-fenced lot with stone terraces, mature landscaping, pollinator garden and mountain view. The home features a spacious split-bedroom floorplan with sunroom, dining room with stone wood-burning fireplace, and large living room with natural gas woodstove. Non-heated living area includes 393 sqft flex space/storage in the attic walk-in above dining room, 315 sqft partially finished/heated walk-out basement with wet bar, and 237 sqft basement half bath with macerating toilet and laundry/storage room - for a combined total of 3,265 sqft interior living area. Full kitchen remodel completed in August 2023 showcases a 700-year old Cypress live-edge countertop with blue resin accents, Thor professional 6-burner gas range and hood, new cabinetry, and new stainless steel appliances except for Samsung EnergyStar refrigerator with sparkling water dispenser and trash compactor. The primary suite includes its own gas woodstove, built-in window seat, dual walk-in closets, changing area, and ensuite bath featuring tiled shower with double showerheads, claw-foot tub, and radiant floor heat. Additional highlights include walk-in pantry, radiant floor heat in remodeled hall bath, additional attic storage above primary suite with pulldown stairs, EV charging station, 30-amp RV service with sewer hookup, 417 sqft workshop, rear screened porch, and solar entry gate with keypad. Contact agent for list of unpermitted upgrades. This unique home is perfect for a private mountain retreat with the convenience of being close to town amenities. Also a great short-term or long-term rental investment opportunity!