Jackson Homes with River Front Lot Features

Jackson Homes with River Front Lot Features

Located in the scenic state of North Carolina, Jackson County is a hidden gem for those seeking a tranquil and picturesque place to call home. Nestled amidst the breathtaking beauty of the Appalachian Mountains, this county offers a unique blend of natural wonders and small-town charm.

One of the standout features of Jackson County is its abundance of homes with riverfront lots. If you've ever dreamt of waking up to the soothing sound of flowing water and enjoying the serenity of nature right at your doorstep, then these homes are perfect for you. Imagine stepping out onto your back porch and being greeted by the stunning views of a gently meandering river, surrounded by lush greenery and wildlife.

These riverfront properties not only offer a peaceful retreat but also provide opportunities for various outdoor activities. Whether it's fishing, kayaking, or simply enjoying a leisurely stroll along the riverbank, there's something for everyone to enjoy. The riverfront lots offer a sense of privacy and seclusion, allowing you to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and immerse yourself in the tranquility of nature.

With true riverfront lot features, these homes in Jackson County are highly sought after. They provide an unparalleled living experience that combines the beauty of the natural landscape with the comforts of a well-designed home. If you're looking for a place where you can create lasting memories and live a life surrounded by nature's wonders, consider exploring the homes with riverfront lot features in Jackson County, North Carolina.

Newest Jackson Homes with River Front Lot Features

$200,000
4403636 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Location! Location! Location! Come enjoy the cool Mountains of Western North Carolina near Western Carolina University in Cullowhee, NC. Just minutes from the university, these private 17.29 acres from 2 different parcels 7569-43-8244 and 7569-53-3560 provide privacy yet community in Suntrace Circle. Enjoy the public community river area with picnic tables or enjoy the privacy of the river adjacent to the lots. There is a logging road into the property along the river on lot 20 and views of the back side of Sun Drops Gated Community are seen from the lots. Minimum building square footage is 1200 square feet. Build your dream home and enjoy the mountain views from your porch or enjoy fishing in the river or enjoy splashing in the river to cool off during the hot summer months!

000 Suntrace Circle Unit #18/20, Cullowhee

Listing courtesy of Blue Ridge Premier Realty. rpcorbin44@gmail.com
$165,000
4388845 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Perfect basement lot homesite near the entrance of Cullowhee River Club. Peace, tranquility, riverfront, private community, fish waiting to be caught from your yard and a fire pit for evening chats, all check marks here and more! Nearby are lakes and hiking trails for those nature lovers. Two colleges, WCU within walking distance, that have sporting, music and cultural events year-round. A short drive away are Downtown Sylva and Historic Dillsboro which offer shopping, dining, breweries, concerts and annual festivals for your enjoyment and entertainment. Schedule your appointment and begin your next chapter of life here.

346 River Club Drive, Cullowhee

Listing courtesy of Sundog Realty, Inc.. mark@sundogrealty.com
$889,000
4376160 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Rare opportunity to own over 8 acres of premier riverfront property along the stunning Tuckasegee River in Dillsboro—one of Western North Carolina’s most sought-after waterways for recreation and trout fishing. This exceptional parcel offers a beautiful combination of usable land, privacy, and breathtaking natural surroundings—ideal for your mountain getaway or full-time residence. Extensive improvements are already in place, saving you significant time and upfront cost. The property features a private well, septic system installed, gravel driveway, and a graded house pad positioned to capture expansive, year-round views of the river. A dedicated camper pad with electric and internet allows for immediate use, and a 2021 camper is available for purchase, giving you the option to enjoy the property while building. The Tuckasegee River is widely known for its delayed harvest and stocked trout waters, supporting healthy populations of rainbow, brown, and brook trout. Anglers will appreciate the mix of gentle, wadeable sections along with deeper runs and pools—making this stretch a true fly fisherman’s paradise with consistent, year-round opportunity. Beyond fishing, the river offers excellent tubing, kayaking, and paddle sports, with calm stretches perfect for relaxing floats and scenic enjoyment. Located just downriver from Dillsboro River Company, with the first whitewater visible from the property, this location adds an exciting dynamic for those who enjoy a bit more adventure while still maintaining easy, everyday usability. The property also offers the potential to establish your own private river access trail or launch point, enhancing both recreation and long-term value. For the adventurous buyer, this property delivers an unmatched outdoor lifestyle—spend your mornings casting into cool mountain waters, afternoons floating the river, and evenings enjoying the peace and privacy of your own 8+ acre retreat. With ample room for exploration, recreation, and future expansion, this is a rare chance to own a true Western North Carolina playground. Conveniently located just minutes from downtown Dillsboro and Sylva, you’ll enjoy the perfect balance of peaceful seclusion and easy access to shopping, dining, and local charm. If you’ve been searching for a build-ready riverfront property with infrastructure already in place and exceptional recreational appeal, this is a standout opportunity you don’t want to miss.

788 Cowee Tunnel Road, Sylva

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Great Smokies. holly@hollyfletchernc.com
$999,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4361306 MLS ⋅ 1,008 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
IMPROVED PRICE! Dreaming of a mountain cabin on the water with plenty of room for a garden and room for a few rental units for extra money? Want convenience to shopping, restaurants, schools and paved road access? How about all of that and water, sewer, state maintained roads? This is your opportunity! Exceptional river frontage property offering in the mountains of western North Carolina! This level 1.67 acre parcel with a cabin overlooking the river features 400 feet of frontage on the beautiful Tuckaseegee River, popularly referred to as "The Tuck". Featured as a primary river for rainbow trout dry fly fishing, the Tuck is a year round outdoor recreation destination. Ideally positioned in Dillsboro area on North River Road (NCSR 1359) and just off US23/441, the primary north/south roading leading from Atlanta to Cherokee, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the Asheville area. Dillsboro is the intersection of 23/441 and US 74, the Great Smoky Mountains Expressway. The property's location combines easy accessibility with privacy in a scenic setting along the river but features water and sewer served by the Tuckaseigee Water and Sewer with four (4) taps in place. The parcel's flat topography, expansive river frontage and generous road frontage creates a compelling canvas for a boutique lodge, riverfront nursery, curated short-term rental concept or private estate. The choices are unlimited. While the property adjoins both of the towns of Dillsboro and Sylva, there is no zoning, allowing a broad range of residential options and affordability with no municipal taxes! Present uses of the property include a park model rental which has produced a substantial income in a modified short term rental (3 months and longer). The owners have a two bedroom, two bath cabin overlooking the river and features a covered porch with hot tub overlooking the river. The river frontage area has been terraced down to the river and is included in the flood plain but the great majority of the property is high enough not to be in the food plain. Hurricane Helene's heavy rains brought the water level up and into the terraced areas but did not encroach onto the level parts of the parcel! Opportunies offering this combination of infrastructure, road and river frontage, location and flexibility along the Tuckaseegee River are rare and this presents both a lifestyle asset and a compelling long-term investment.

522 N River Road, Sylva

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Executive. keithlclark@gmail.com
$999,000
4359588 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Improved price! Exceptional river frontage property offering in the mountains of western North Carolina! This level 1.67 acre parcel with a cabin overlooking the river features 400 feet of frontage on the beautiful Tuckaseegee River, popularly referred to as "The Tuck". Featured as a primary river for rainbow trout dry fly fishing, the Tuck is a year round outdoor recreation destination. Ideally positioned in Dillsboro area on North River Road (NCSR 1359) and just off US23/441, the primary north/south roading leading from Atlanta to Cherokee, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the Asheville area. Dillsboro is the intersection of 23/441 and US 74, the Great Smoky Mountains Expressway, and thousands of cars pass through the area every day. The property's location combines easy accessibility with privacy in a scenic setting along the river but features water and sewer served by the Tuckaseigee Water and Sewer with four (4) taps in place. The parcel's flat topography, expansive river frontage and generous road frontage creates a compelling canvas for a boutique lodge, riverfront restaurant or brewery, curated short-term rental concept or private estate. The choices are unlimited. While the property adjoins both of the towns of Dillsboro and Sylva, there is no zoning, allowing a broad range of residential, hospitality or commercial uses. Present uses of the property include a park model rental which has produced a substantial income in a modified short term rental (3 months and longer). The owners have a two bedroom, two bath cabin overlooking the river and features a covered porch with hot tub overlooking the river. The river frontage area has been terraced down to the river and is included in the flood plain but the great majority of the property is high enough not to be in the food plain. Hurricane Helene's heavy rains brought the water level up and into the terraced areas but did not encroach onto the level parts of the parcel. Opportunies offering this combination of infrastructure, road and river frontage, location and flexibility along the Tuckaseegee River are rare and this presents both a lifestyle asset and a compelling long-term investment.

522 N River Road, Sylva

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Executive. keithlclark@gmail.com
$325,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4346753 MLS ⋅ 973 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Turn-key RIVERFRONT home with mountain views in Tuckasegee River Landing. This 2-bedroom, 2-bath cottage offers direct access to the Tuckasegee River and is ideal as a full-time residence, vacation home, or short-term rental. Interior features include 9-foot ceilings, granite countertops, and a brand new HVAC system. The open living area flows to a spacious covered porch and deck, with direct deck access from the primary bedroom. Outdoor spaces provide ample room for relaxing or entertaining while enjoying river and mountain views. Water did not reach the home during Hurricane Helene. The Great Smoky Mountains Railroad passes daily in the afternoon as part of its tourism route to Dillsboro if scheduled. Perfectly situated and less than 20 minutes to Dillsboro, downtown Sylva, Bryson City and Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort. All you need is your toothbrush!

990 Hornet Drive, Whittier

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Great Smokies. stefanie@conleyrogerswnc.com
$1,750,000
4329529 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Own a remarkable ±82.66-acre unrestricted tract in the scenic mountains of Jackson County, North Carolina. Accessed from Tannassee Creek Road, the property features a pristine creek crossing that leads into a private mountain setting. A network of established logging roads and a newly constructed bridge provide exceptional access throughout the land. The parcel offers a diverse landscape with rolling contours, natural features, and multiple potential building sites as you ascend to higher elevations. Primary build locations offer expansive long-range mountain views and terrain suitable for a wide range of uses. This property is well-suited for a private or multi-generational estate, recreational retreat, or other investment opportunities. Parcels of this size, accessibility, and flexibility are increasingly rare in the region. The property is currently enrolled in a Forest Management Plan, providing reduced tax obligations, with the potential for transfer to the new owner if desired.

TBD Tannassee Creek Road, Tuckasegee

Listing courtesy of Petit Properties Inc. jjraines1@gmail.com
$210,000
4322189 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Discover the perfect blend of mountain beauty and build-potential on this rare flat riverfront lot. Set along a peaceful stretch of the Tuckasegee River, this property offers direct water access, year-round views, and the ideal terrain for your dream home. The land is open, and exceptionally usable—something hard to find in the mountains—giving you freedom for outdoor living spaces, gardens, or a private riverside fire pit. Mature trees along the riverbank provide natural shade and privacy. Enjoy fishing, kayaking, and tubing right from your backyard, with nearby access to the charming mountain town of Sylva and Western Carolina University's campus. *The buildable portion of the lot is outside the Special Flood Hazard Area per FEMA's LOMR-F.*

Lot 9A Light Waters Drive Unit #Lot 9A, Cullowhee

Listing courtesy of Sundog Realty, Inc.. phillip.gamble@sundogrealty.com
$165,000
4288821 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Come see this great River Front homesite in one of the new and upcoming boutique communities. This homesite sits on the Tuckasegee River in the Cullowhee River Club. You too can build your riverside dream home as the homesite is prepped and ready to go, all in walking distance to the Stone Pavilion with stacked stone fireplace along with a fabulous patio and firepit to relax by the river. Take your pick! Future plans for nature trails and kayak/canoe/paddle board storage. This quaint waterfront community is growing fast and just off the backside of the Western Carolina Campus. It is just minutes to Historic Downtown Sylva for shopping, creative local dining experiences, festivals and hometown breweries. Enjoy world class Fly Fishing on the Tuckasegee right out your back door or float the Tuck, it is a great way to see nature and relax. Don't miss this terrific opportunity to build your dream home and enjoy the fabulous 4 distinct seasons!

316 River Club Drive Unit #3, Cullowhee

Listing courtesy of Sundog Realty, Inc.. brgrealestate@gmail.com
$299,910
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4237623 MLS ⋅ 1,086 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
This is a super, well kept home. A river facing Hot tub that is overlooking the Tuck river. Wrap around covered front porch and highlights a bay effect windows in the great room that also overlooks the river. The back deck allow easy access to parking and quiet area to sit in the sunshine. Both bathroom are full baths with access from the bedroom of choice. HOA is solid and easy to work with. A community well offers a reliable water supply. Looking for a mountain home with access to one of the best trout rivers, close to Cherokee casino, and multiple vacation designations? This is your dream home. Don't hesitate because this is priced to sell.

992 Hornet Drive, Whittier

Listing courtesy of Clay. clayplem@yahoo.com
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