Agent
Jessica Auten | Premier Sotheby's International Realty
Agency Premier Sotheby's International Realty
Description
Jessica's professional journey began in boutique hotel management as a sales manager for The Village Inns of Blowing Rock. Quickly promoted to general manager, she gained extensive experience in marketing, customer service, accounting and human resources. She later joined Blue Ridge Mountain Club, where she managed their Blowing Rock sales office, supporting marketing and event efforts for the new development. Jessica continued her hospitality career as general manager of the Courtyard Marriott in Boone for nine years, leading the property to achieve several regional and national awards, including Marriott's prestigious Diamond Circle.
Real estate was a natural progression for Jessica, combining her passion for homes and design with her hospitality expertise. She has experience buying, renovating and selling properties, adding value through hard work and vision. Her background serves her well in the High Country's market, driven by second homeowners and vacation properties. Known for her integrity, loyalty, positivity and problem-solving abilities, Jessica delivers outstanding client experiences and fosters long-lasting relationships.
A longtime Boone resident, Jessica is deeply rooted in her community. She and her husband, Zak, own Benchmark Provisions Beer and Wine Market downtown, and she has also served as an adjunct professor at Appalachian State's Walker College of Business. They are proud parents of Molly, an AppState student, and Colt, a local middle schooler. Jessica enjoys traveling, trail riding with her horses at Moses Cone and Leatherwood Mountains, boating and camping on Watauga Lake and walking her three bulldogs in the beautiful mountains.
Jessica also dedicates her time to community service. She serves on the Habitat for Humanity board of directors, mentors for Women of Walker and has held board positions with the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce, High Country Workforce Development Board, High Country Host and Boone Tourism Development Authority. She also serves on the High Country Association of REALTORS® MLS Board of Directors.
Jessica is a licensed REALTOR® in North Carolina and Tennessee, with designations as an Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR®), Resort and Second-Home Property Specialist, Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE) and Seller Representative Specialist (SRS). She is Ninja Selling Certified and is an active member of the National Association of REALTORS®, the High Country Association of REALTORS®, the North Carolina Association of REALTORS®, the Tennessee Association of REALTORS®, the Tennessee/Virginia Regional MLS and the Canopy REALTOR® Association.
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Detached House in Boone, Watauga CountyPremium₽ 191,583,000453 m² 5 4Have you been dreaming of owning a high-end custom home without the hassle, uncertainty and years of waiting≠ Look no further than this stunning modern mountain retreat, in the...
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Detached House in Butler, Johnson CountyPremium₽ 152,756,000343 m² 3 3Live the ultimate mountain-lake lifestyle in this exquisite Golden Eagle Log and Timber home, perfectly sited above the shimmering waters of Watauga Lake with sweeping,...
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Detached House in Mountain City, Johnson CountyPremium₽ 108,205,000460 m² 4 5**Improved Price**4.5% assumable mortgage—a cost saving financing option in today's interest rate environment. This exceptional home boasts over $160,000 worth of Pella...
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Detached House in Newland, Avery CountyPremium₽ 127,619,000321 m² 5 4
Experience elevated mountain living in this luxurious log cabin retreat, ideally positioned within the beautiful gated community of the Views at Cranberry. Completed in 2021, this...
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Detached House in Boone, Watauga CountyPremium₽ 129,552,000345 m² 5 4
Have you been dreaming of owning a new high-end mountain home—without the wait, stress, or decision fatigue of a full custom build≠ This under-construction retreat in Boulder...
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Detached House in Vilas, Watauga CountyPremium₽ 51,743,500129 m² 2 2
Just outside historic Valle Crucis and only seven miles from downtown Boone, this beautifully maintained two-bedroom, two-bath cabin offers the ideal blend of privacy, comfort and...
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Detached House in Deep Gap, Watauga CountyCollection₽ 38,595,000158 m² 2 3
Turnkey, furnished and lakefront—265 Trout Lake Road offers the ultimate High Country retreat in Powder Horn Mountain, just minutes from Boone, Blowing Rock and everything the...
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Apartment in Blowing Rock, Watauga CountyCollection₽ 34,805,100156 m² 3 2
In the heart of High Country, this beautifully updated two-bedroom, three-bath condominium offers a spacious and versatile retreat just minutes from downtown Blowing Rock, the...
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Detached House in Banner Elk, Avery CountyCollection₽ 42,539,500178 m² 4 4
Discover a rare rental opportunity between Boone and Banner Elk, right at the base of majestic Grandfather Mountain. This charming retreat offers the unique amenities guests dream...
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Detached House in Mountain City, Johnson CountyCollection₽ 61,024,900819 m² 2
Positioned in a scenic, unrestricted-use area, this historic schoolhouse has been thoughtfully reimagined into a high-performing mixed-use commercial property with expansive...
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Detached House in Vilas, Watauga CountyCollection₽ 46,793,500176 m² 3 2
Just minutes from downtown Boone in the charming community of Willow Mountain, this fully renovated and furnished mountain cabin offers an exceptional combination of comfort,...
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Land in Butler, Johnson CountyCollection₽ 19,336,10018,372 m²
This 4.54-acre parcel in scenic Butler, Tennessee presents a rare opportunity to own unrestricted land just moments from the shoreline of Watauga Lake—widely regarded as one of...
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