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295 Laurel Ridge Dr, Waynesville, NC 28786

House Description

Live within walking distance of the beautiful Laurel Ridge Country Club. It offers year-round access, golf lifestyle amenities, and the space and comfort sought by buyers relocating to or within Western North Carolina. Whether arriving from Florida, Texas, the Northeast, Midwest, or a nearby WNC community, this home delivers a refined mountain lifestyle without sacrificing convenience or accessibility. The location provides easy access to Asheville Regional Airport, downtown Asheville, and major routes connecting Charlotte, Atlanta, and the Southeast. A dramatic entry hall with soaring ceilings sets the tone for the spacious interior, which includes formal living and dining rooms ideal for entertaining. The chef’s kitchen is a true centerpiece, featuring a 6-burner Viking range and wall oven, Bosch refrigerator, new Viking microwave, wine cooler, walk-in pantry, oversized island with seating, breakfast nook, and abundant storage. The kitchen opens seamlessly to a warm keeping room with fireplace and custom built-ins which are perfect for everyday living or hosting guests. Upstairs, the expansive primary suite serves as a private retreat with its own fireplace and a luxurious bath complete with spa tub. Two additional guest bedrooms and a large office provide flexibility for family, visitors, or remote work that are deal for full-time residents, second-home owners, or those transitioning to mountain living. The landscape is professionally designed with four-season color and natural beauty. Outdoor living is designed for relaxed mountain enjoyment, featuring a private tiled patio with stainless steel Weber grill, beverage refrigerator, wood-burning oven, and sink that is well suited for entertaining during cooler summers and crisp fall evenings. Additional highlights include a full-house water filtration system, LeafFilter gutter guards with lifetime warranty, attached two-car garage, separate golf cart garage, and workshop space for hobbies or additional storage. Located just minutes from Laurel Ridge Country Club amenities, golf, downtown Waynesville, and convenient access to Asheville and regional travel routes, this home offers an exceptional opportunity for those seeking quality mountain living in Western North Carolina.

Highlights

Listed by Lyn Donley , 828-400-4499 and Marlyn Dickinson , 828-400-4499 RE/MAX Executive , 828-564-9393. Canopy MLS mls logo

Property Type

Residential

Lot/Acreage

2.33

HOA Fee

30 Annually

Year Built

1991

County

Haywood

Neighborhood

Laurel Ridge Country Club

Listing ID

4312458

Questions about this listing?

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Interior Features

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

▪ Bedrooms:3
▪ Bathrooms:3
▪ Full Bathrooms:2
▪ 1/2 Bathrooms:1

Appliances:Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Hood, Filtration System, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator with Ice Maker, Wall Oven

Air Cond:Central Air,Heat Pump,Zoned

Fireplaces:Family Room,Gas,Gas Vented,Keeping Room,Primary Bedroom,Propane

Floor:Carpet,Tile,Wood

Above Ground Sq Ft:3121

Below Ground Sq Ft:0

Basement:Basement Garage Door,Basement Shop,Exterior Entry,Interior Entry,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access

Other:Attic Stairs Pulldown,Attic Walk In,Breakfast Bar,Built-in Features,Entrance Foyer,Kitchen Island,Open Floorplan,Pantry,Split Bedroom,Storage,Walk-In Closet(s),Walk-In Pantry,Other - See Remarks,Has Fireplace

Other:City

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Payment Breakdown

Principal Interest

$4,375

Taxes

$541

HOA

$30

Home Price

$849,000

Home Price

Loan Details

30 yrs

6.683%

Interest Rate

Loan Type

Down Payment

20%

$169,800

Down Payment

Down Payment %

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Monthly Price:

$4,375.07

Principal

Taxes

HOA

	Principal	Taxes	HOA	Total
Monthly	$4,375.07	$541.24	$30.00	$4,946.31
Yearly	$52,500.86	$6,494.85	$360.00	$59,355.71
Total	$1,575,025.84	$194,845.50	$10,800.00	$1,780,671.34