We had a great experience working with Jacqueline Smith throughout our home search in the North…read moreCarolina mountains. She showed us homes throughout Boone, Blowing Rock, Banner Elk, and ultimately helped us purchase our dream cabin in Sugar Mountain. From the beginning, Jacqueline was incredibly responsive, knowledgeable, and patient as we explored different areas and properties. Once we found the right home, she expertly guided us through every twist and turn of the transaction. She also connected us with trusted local professionals for inspections, estimates, and various projects, which was invaluable since we were buying from out of town. We truly appreciated her communication, professionalism, and willingness to go above and beyond to make the process as smooth as possible. We highly recommend Jacqueline to anyone looking to buy or sell in the High Country!

We absolutely love Banner Elk and when it came time to sell our vacation/rental house there, we…read morereached out to Vandi Montero at the Leslie Eason Real Estate Team. She came highly recommended by a friend and we were not disappointed. Vandi and her team were all very professional, yet personable. There extensive experience selling high end homes in the Banner Elk, NC area really showed. They got it listed quickly with great pictures, an attractive description, and a ready set of interested buyers. The house sold in less than two weeks! Thank you for your help!

I cannot say enough about how great Derek and the entire team was during our home purchase. Our…read moreprocess was delayed multiple times due to complexities around the property and each time he was able to offer a quick solution which ended up fixing our issues each and every time. Derek is extremely knowledgeable about the entire home buying process and is very well versed about things in the home not necessarily relating to the purchase as well (such as how many of the complex systems in the house work). He has an amazing network of contacts and every single service provider he recommended was 100% perfect for what we expected. He is also great about keeping up with social media and the housing trends that are in, as well as keeping up with investment information, which make him an ideal Realtor for individuals looking for a personal home as well as investment properties. We will absolutely be using Derek again in the future and will recommend him hands down to anyone else looking for a home in the High Country area.

I cannot say enough about Derek & Terri Boyer. I had a negative experience with another realtor &…read morecold-called Derek in a panic one morning. In a market where homes were flying off the shelf within hours, Derek & Terri met me at the property lickity-split. That particular home turned out not to be "the one", but the next home was a go! After a year of working with another realtor, Derek & Terri have us moving into our new home now! From my initial call to them, to closing, was less than two months. That's in a market with no inventory! They answered countless phone calls, and solved problems in the background that I didn't even know to worry about! They worked closely with the lender & contractors involved, while we switched gears multiple times. To me, responsiveness & local expertise were the most important factors. They gave me those in spades. In a world where renovation estimates have become insane, we even discussed all the DIY options & plan to do most of it ourselves. I have no doubt that they will still be available for advice. We couldn't be more excited & thankful. There will likely be another transaction within the next year, and there is no question that I will be calling on Derek & Terri. Did I mention we did this entire transaction from another state? Yet, they made it seamless. Top notch! Please call them. You will not be disappointed!

From our initial conversation with Caroline, my wife and I knew her search for the perfect house…read moreand our purchase of a new home in the High Country was going to be a wonderful experience, and she did just that. Caroline's knowledge of the area was very impressive and extensive. Being from out of town, she took it upon herself to go view homes for us, take a a video and send to us. This is dedication and willingness to work with you. We cannot express our sincerest thanks to Caroline for her many hours she put in to find us what we were looking for. One other great trait was her communication and walking us through every process smoothly with complete enthusiasm and utmost honesty. We highly recommend Caroline as you next Realtor. P. Cooper 10/1/25

From the owner: I specialize in listening first, really listening, so your goals, timing, and priorities shape the…read moreentire strategy. Nothing cookie-cutter, nothing rushed. Just a tailored, elevated experience from the moment we connect. With refined expertise in Boone, Blowing Rock, Valle Crucis, Banner Elk, and the whole NC High Country, I bring clarity, strong advocacy, and steady communication every step of the way. My strength is staying ahead of challenges and guiding you with confidence...the kind that feels both strategic and reassuring. Real estate can feel chaotic, but it doesn't have to. I keep the process clear and steady...and when things start to get a little intense, I'm not above adding a well-timed laugh to remind you we're going to be just fine. You get professionalism, calm guidance, and a partner who knows how to smooth out the bumps and make the road to closing feel a whole lot lighter.

We most highly recommend Scott Warren of Boone Realty. Scott is a veteran realtor and specializes…read morein Boone and surrounding area which is a critical distinction for selling or buying property in the area. I've purchased/sold 4 homes across the country and Boone has unique factors that I've never encountered in any other town. My husband and I inherited a home in Boone NC which we rented out for 14 years. We live in California and haven't seen the place since. We started talking to Scott over a year ago as he guided us through the various considerations to get the house sold in this ever-changing market. Scott checked out the house and provided recommendations on every aspect of the sale including the "do's" and "don'ts" on improvements to the house, time of sale (tricky with a rental), and even suggested we raise the rent before the next cycle (new tenants, new lease) as it was undermarket price . We immediately felt at ease. As we progressed through the process, Scott was super responsive, assisted with every request, and always made us feel like we were treasured clients even though our house was far from "high-end". As we neared the time for selling, the pace picked up. Scott's expertise and experience were invaluable as we encountered various "local" quirks, one being that we had a shared road with multiple neighbors with no shared maintenance contract. He handled every obstacle with ease. We closed on the sale much faster than we expected and within our expected price range. We feel certain had it not been for Scott, we would have had a very different (negative) outcome. As we got to know Scott (virtually), it was clear he's noble, honorable, and cares greatly for friends, clients, and community. We're thrilled we found him. It was an honor to do business with him.

From the owner: Scott Warren has been a staple in the High Country for over 20+ years. He studied Construction,…read moreGreen Building, and Alternative Energy at Appalachian State University here in Boone NC during the mid 1990's. Scott's been passionate about the local real estate market from a young age making brokerage a natural fit. With encouragement from friends and family Scott launched his career in 2005, & has served the High Country ever since. In his free time Scott likes to spend time hiking, biking, & snowboarding with his wife, daughter, and 3 dogs. He also serves on a construction committee with the local Habitat for Humanity chapter. He makes sure that his client's needs are heard and attended to.

Scott is a very helpful agent. He gave us advice on what needed to be done before listing, and then…read morewas on target for the selling price. He is professional and very responsive to all communication. Our mobile home sold quickly for full asking price. It was a pleasure to work with Scott. I would highly recommend him.

I'm writing this letter to recommend James Kemper as a real estate agent for your real estate…read moreneeds. James provided us with resources and support for a smooth and pleasant property purchase and subsequent sale of a second home in Ashe County NC. As a real estate agent, James conducted his work thoroughly and efficiently throughout both transactions. He helped find the perfect property for us and expertly handled the purchase and negotiation process. When we found ourselves in the unfortunate position of needing to sell, he marketed our house leading to multiple offers and a fast sale. Again he helped us navigate complex contractual matters and negotiated sales terms and conditions that exceeded our expectations. James is a dependable and knowledgeable real estate agent which allows us to recommend him with confidence. Walker and Priscilla Burbage Ravenel SC

This Company is the Best in Beech Mountain, very professional and knowledgeable. My husband and I…read morehad the honor of meeting the owner Mrs. Debby Canady and she is very friendly, keeps her word and communicates very well, you will not have to wait for a response back. She showed us many nice places and we plan to retire in Beech Mountain. I will highly recommend this company especially for the honesty they offer and based on our experiences, you will not find other one better that this one.

Great team to work with. We worked with Andi but they are all very knowledgeable about the area…read more We had done some research on our own, but after listening to what we were looking for, Andi suggested a few other properties we hadnt considered. She is quick, efficient, take charge, and thorough. She is also very down to earth and fun to be with. She spent two entire days with us, until we found the perfect home. She was also able to provide us with names of contractors to getting us bids for a few updates to the home, and for landscaping. Our expectations were truly exceeded. Denise andrews

We had a wonderful experience working with Team Vincent on our purchase in the High Country. Chad ,…read moreMelissa and the entire team were responsive, knowledgeable and incredibly helpful throughout the process. The Communication was excellent and we felt like everyone always knew what was happening and was always working together on our behalf. Our purchase involved some unique circumstances and their local knowledge proved invaluable. We Highly recommend Team Vincent! Julie and Chuck Clark

I had to switch realtors while selling my home as my old realtor retired. Jay Vincent picked up and…read morewas able to quickly help us sell our old home and close on a new home. The process was relatively seamless which helped during a stressful time.