For Sale $3,699,000
Thunderhill Manor – an upscale mountain retreat near downtown Blowing Rock and the Blue Ridge Parkway (5 minutes!), offering long-range, layered views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. This 6BR/6BA/2HBA estate (including 5 ensuite bedrooms, each with private decks/balconies!) is ideal as a luxury getaway or full-time residence in the prestigious gated Firethorn community. Enjoy year-round access on paved roads and convenient one-level living with all main amenities on the walk-in floor. FURNISHED, with exceptions! The main level features a dramatic great room with a cathedral ceiling, exposed beams, a wall of windows framing the views, and a grand stone fireplace—open to the dining area and chef’s kitchen with Viking appliances, granite counters, and walk-in pantry. A spacious Ipe deck includes a stone fireplace, built-in grill, and outdoor TV—perfect for entertaining. The main-level primary suite offers a private deck, stone fireplace, walk-in closet, and jetted soaking tub. Also on this level: a half bath, laundry room, large mudroom/breezeway to the garage, and an unfinished spacious apartment above. Upstairs, you’ll find a loft and four ensuite bedrooms with private decks and full baths. The lower level includes a living room with a coffered ceiling, a stone fireplace, and access to a stone patio and usable yard. Designed for entertaining, this level also boasts a wet bar with granite counters and seating, a spacious home theater with leather recliners, a bonus/exercise room, and an additional bedroom and full bath. A circular driveway provides easy access to the attached 3-car garage. Below, a large storage room with double doors offers space for equipment, small vehicles, or a future workshop. Additional features: high elevation (3,600+ ft), elevator to all three levels, covered entry porch, Rinnai tankless water heater, and Britta Pro water softening and filtration systems. Roof and poplar bark siding cleaned and sealed in August 2025! Firethorn community amenities: gate & gatehouse, clubhouse, walking trails, trout fishing.
Attic Stairs Pulldown, Elevator, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Pantry, Wet Bar, Other - See Remarks
| List Price: | $3,699,000 |
| Status: | For Sale |
| Bedrooms: | 6 |
| Type: | Single Family Residence |
| Approx Sq. Ft.: | 2839 sqft |
| Parking: | Circular Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Faces Front |
| MLS Number: | CAR4253716 |
| Subdivision: | Firethorn |
| Bathrooms: | 8 |
| Year Built: | 2011 |
| Sewer Type: | Septic Installed |
| Elementary: | Blowing Rock |
| Middle: | Watauga |
| High: | Watauga |
| Date | Event | Price | $/SQFT |
| 10-29-2025 | Under Contract | $3,699,000 | $1,303 |
| 08-09-2025 | Price Decrease | $3,699,000-1.36% | $1,303 |
| 06-12-2025 | Listed | $3,750,000 | $1,321 |
These schools are only nearby your property search, you must confirm exact assigned schools.
| School Name | Distance | Grades | Rating |
| Blowing Rock Elementary | 2 miles | KG-06 | 10 |
| Hardin Park Elementary | 6 miles | PK-05 | 9 |
| Two Rivers Community School | 6 miles | KG-06 | 9 |
| Parkway Elementary | 8 miles | PK-05 | 8 |
| Valle Crucis Elementary | 8 miles | PK-05 | 8 |
| Green Valley Elementary | 9 miles | PK-05 | 7 |
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| Street Address | Distance | Status | List Price | Days on Market |
| 693 Thunderhill Trail, Blowing Rock NC | 0 mi | $3,699,000 | days | |
| Firethorn Trail, Blowing Rock NC | 0.4 mi | $2,636,284 | days | |
| 139 Beaver Lodge Trail, Blowing Rock NC | 0.4 mi | $3,195,000 | days | |
| 1925 Green Hill Road, Blowing Rock NC | 0.6 mi | $1,000,000 | days | |
| 127 Boulder Lane, Blowing Rock NC | 0.7 mi | $1,099,999 | days | |
| 265 Dameron Drive, Blowing Rock NC | 0.7 mi | $585,000 | days |
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| Down Payment Amount | $990,000 |
| Mortgage Amount | $3,960,000 |
| Monthly Payment (Principal & Interest Only) | $19,480 |
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| Total Monthly Payment | $20,941 |
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693 Thunderhill Trail, Blowing Rock NC is a 2839 ft2 on a 1.066 acres Appraisal lot. This is for $3,699,000. This has 6 bedrooms, 8 baths, and was built in 2011.
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