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    161 Firerock Station Trail, Sugar Grove, NC 28679

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    $3,500,000

    COMMERCIAL - Sugar Grove, NC

    Lot size:
    29.50 Acres
    Added:
    Apr 28, 2025
    Days on Market:
    389
    Last Refresh:
    May 21 at 5:06 pm

    Property Features for 161 Firerock Station Trail

    General Information

    Property type
    Commercial Sale
    Property subtype
    Other
    Standard status
    Active
    Lot size
    29.50 Acres

    Building Details

    Year built
    2019

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    Listing Contact
    Samantha Benfield

    Listing agent Samantha Benfield

    Listing office Keller Williams High Country 774 E King Street STE A, Boone, NC

    Listing date Apr 28, 2025

    MLS# 255188

    Copyright © 2026 High Country Association of Realtors. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

    HighLights

    • Award‑winning wedding venue & event destination with established business.
    • Includes 29.5 acres spanning both sides of Hwy 321 with creek frontage and intricate landscaping.
    • Event barn features custom lighting, full kitchen, surround sound, multiple TVs, LED light up bar, and indoor/outdoor space.
    • "Bride & groom" suites above the barn sleep 12 guests with full baths and private balconies.
    • Includes covered tent, outdoor pavilion with grill & kegerator, restroom trailer, furniture, equipment & decor.
    • Zoned mixed RES/COMM with parking for 60‑70 vehicles; sellers willing to assist with transition.

    Overview

    This award-winning wedding venue and event destination is located in the High Country. The venue includes 29.5 acres spanning across Highway 321. The property features an event barn with custom lighting, a full kitchen, surround sound, multiple TVs, an LED light-up bar, two garage doors creating an indoor/outdoor space, public restrooms, storage for retail goods or event decor, and mechanicals. Above the barn are "bride & groom" suites with bunk beds, private sleeping rooms currently set up to sleep 12 guests, full baths, and private balconies overlooking the grounds. The current occupancy for the barn alone is 100. A restroom trailer is included, allowing for another 300 guests. A covered tent provides protection from the elements for large events. There is also an outdoor pavilion with a grill and kegerator, great for catering setup. The grounds span both sides of Highway 321 and include a mix of pasture, woods, intricate landscaping, and creek frontage. Parking is suitable for 60-70 vehicles. The venue includes all furniture, equipment, and decor. The property is zoned mixed residential/commercial. A boundary survey has been completed to subdivide the venue and the house. The acreage advertised is based on that survey, plus an additional parcel that would convey with the venue.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    Wedding venues

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Dental Office Kitchen & Bath Showroom HVAC Service Electrical Service Daycare Center Plumbing Service

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

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    City
    Sugar Grove
    County
    Watauga
    State
    North Carolina
    Longitude
    -81.8431
    Latitude
    36.2666

    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Wedding venue - High Country wedding venue with acreage, event barn, and amenities.
    Where is this wedding venue located?
    The property is located at 161 Firerock Station Trail Sugar Grove, NC.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $3,500,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Award‑winning wedding venue & event destination with established business.; Includes 29.5 acres spanning both sides of Hwy 321 with creek frontage and intricate landscaping.; Event barn features custom lighting, full kitchen, surround sound, multiple TVs, LED light up bar, and indoor/outdoor space.
    (404) 277-3545
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    Samantha Benfield
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    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

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    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

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    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

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    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

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    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
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    Cap Rate = 9.97%

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    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

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    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
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