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$775,000
3 Beds 2 Baths 4404405 MLS 2,338 SqFt. ACTIVE Status
A rare opportunity to own a private mountain sanctuary in the highly desirable Greens Creek area of Sylva, North Carolina! Located in beautiful Jackson County, this exceptional property offers the perfect balance of peaceful seclusion and modern comfort, all nestled on approximately 36 acres of breathtaking mountain landscape. From the moment you arrive, you'll appreciate the maintained approach, mature foliage, and stunning tree canopies. The driveway is paved, providing easy year-round access without the need for four-wheel drive. This is mountain living made easy. This beautifully maintained and updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers an inviting, open, and bright living space featuring dramatic beamed ceilings, a wall of windows that fills the home with natural light, and a cozy fireplace that creates the perfect gathering place for family and friends. The charming loft provides the perfect hideaway for kids—ideal for sleepovers, imaginative play, reading, or creating a cozy fort they'll love. Beautiful hardwood and tile flooring flow throughout the home, creating a timeless look that's both elegant and easy to maintain. The spacious layout flows seamlessly to outdoor living areas on both levels, including a rock terrace off the recreation room—ideal for entertaining, relaxing, or simply enjoying the peaceful mountain surroundings. The upper deck offers beautiful mountain views and the perfect setting for morning coffee or evening sunsets. A whole house generator gives peace of mind for mountain living. Recent improvements including a 2026 roof, new kitchen countertops, new bathroom vanities and all plumbing has been updated . TILE HW The interior has been freshly painted, and the exterior deck has been refreshed with a new coat of paint. The lower level features a heated and cooled workshop, perfect for hobbies, woodworking, crafts, storage, or creating your own dedicated workspace. Just off the recreation room, you'll find a spa-inspired retreat featuring a relaxing Jacuzzi tub and double vanity—creating the perfect space to unwind after entertaining, game night, or a day of outdoor adventures. This Spacious lower-level recreation room offers flexibility to create a private retreat, guest escape, or personalized living space. Multiple decks, terraces, beautiful landscaping, and year-round mountain views enhance the outdoor experience and invite you to enjoy every season in this remarkable setting. The expansive acreage offers endless opportunities to explore private trails, enjoy hiking adventures, discover potential homesites, or simply immerse yourself in the privacy and natural beauty that surround this extraordinary property. Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the abundance of native plants, wildlife, and the unique character of this pristine mountain setting. Conveniently located just minutes from downtown Sylva and approximately 13 miles from Franklin, this versatile property is ideal as a full-time residence, private family retreat, vacation getaway, or potential short-term rental investment. Besides the 2 car garage, there is tons of parking and not steep so you can pull up to your mountain getaway with ease. If you've been searching for a true Western North Carolina mountain retreat offering privacy, accessibility, quality updates, and unforgettable natural surroundings, this is the one you've been waiting for. Move in ready and waiting on your personal touches. *The home also features a charming 195 SF loft and a 270 SF heated and cooled workshop, offering valuable bonus space for hobbies, a studio, or extra storage. These areas are not included in the home's heated living square footage.https://maps.app.goo.gl/YtrbfPpVKCj3BjZa8

1572 Brushy Fork Road, Sylva

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Elite Realty. janaosada@kw.com

$850,000
4 Beds 4 Baths 4400497 MLS 2,991 SqFt. ACTIVE Status
Come relax in this beautiful 4 Bedroom 3 and half bath home. Located on 4 beautiful wooded acres in the beautiful Balsam area of Jackson County. Formal living room and dining room greet you as you enter the home. As you go down the hall you enter a large den with a gorgeous fireplace. The room opens into the kitchen and breakfast nook. The master bedroom is located just off the den, it features a large master bath with a large walk-in closet. Upstairs is a large loft area which would be perfect for an office or kids play area. A second master bedroom and bath is also located on the second floor.In addition to 2 bedrooms with a Jack and Jill bath. Main level also has a large deck area plus a 2 car garage on the main level.

57 Woodfin Road, Sylva

Listing courtesy of Robert W Wood. bobbywoodrealtor@gmail.com

$3,200,000
4 Beds 5 Baths 4378441 MLS 4,201 SqFt. ACTIVE Status
Perched at an awe-inspiring 4,300 feet within the prestigious Balsam Mountain Preserve, this exceptional estate captures the essence of elevated mountain living, where crisp “sweater weather” and cool breezes provide amazing summer days. Gorgeous views of layered blue ridgelines provide a stunning natural backdrop that shifts beautifully with the light. As a truly move-in ready retreat, the home blends timeless mountain architecture with refined, modern upgrades. The inspired use of wood, stone, glass, and steel creates a striking architectural statement that harmonizes with its natural surroundings. Dramatic floor-to-ceiling glass walls flood the interior with natural light and perfectly frame the vistas from nearly every room. An open-concept great room anchored by a grand fireplace create a warm yet sophisticated atmosphere. The chef’s kitchen is a standout, featuring striking quartzite countertops paired with exquisite Italian Snaidero custom cabinetry and premium appliances. Offering 4 bedrooms and 4.5 baths, this home has been thoughtfully updated with high-end finishes and beautifully remodeled bathrooms with onyx countertops. The lavish primary suite is a sanctuary of comfort, featuring a spa-like soaking tub, private patio, and radiant heated floors. Flexible spaces abound, including a private suite above the garage—ideal for guests, a studio, or office—and a lower-level art studio that can easily convert back to a garage. Heated floors continue through the second dining room and lower-level corridor ensuring year-round indulgence. Indoor and outdoor living merge effortlessly with expansive outdoor living spaces. Outdoors you will find a grand deck covered with its own fireplace, cascading terraces with a lighted water feature, and a private fire pit—each perfect for luxurious entertaining or serene evenings under the stars and unforgettable sunsets. The landscaping has been exquisitely curated to fit the property perfectly. As part of this private, gated community, residents enjoy an unparalleled lifestyle with access to incredible amenities, including a championship Arnold Palmer golf course, a state-of-the-art wellness center, and multiple dining venues offering everything from casual fare to elevated culinary experiences. Forty miles of scenic hiking trails and preserved natural landscapes further enhance the sense of serenity and connection to the outdoors. This is a rare opportunity to own a turnkey luxury retreat in one of the region’s most sought-after high-elevation communities—where every detail is complete and every day feels like the perfect mountain escape.

109 Cold Deck Way Unit #151, Sylva

Listing courtesy of BMP David Southworth Real Estate LLC. 828-631-1040

$650,000
3 Beds 2 Baths 4371087 MLS 1,686 SqFt. ACTIVE Status
Great location in the Webster township! Stepping into this home the great room immediately catches your eye with a wall of windows looking out over the front deck and taking in the mountain view. Included in this open space is a kitchen any cook will enjoy complete with lots of cabinets and granite countertops. The diagonal island compliments the space and the breakfast area tops it off. Down the hall you will find 2 bedrooms, a bath and the laundry room. On the other side is the large primary bedroom with spacious bath and tiled shower. Take the stairs down to the basement and you will find just as much space as upstairs and it is 85% complete needing flooring and trim. It has a stubbed in bath as well. Since it's a walkout basement it's perfect for separate living quarters to rent out or use for other family. Don't want to clutter the house with storage? Not a problem, store everything in the attractive 12 X 40 storage building in the side yard. Endless possibilities here and close to WCU, groceries and dining.

266 Egret Lane, Sylva

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Great Smokies. jshuler@kw.com

$505,000
2 Beds 3 Baths 4357385 MLS 1,990 SqFt. ACTIVE Status
Mountain Living with Privacy & Convenience – 3.77 Acres Enjoy the best of Western North Carolina living with this beautiful home set on approximately 3.77 private acres with a stream on the property. The main level features 2 bedrooms and 2 baths, plus office/bonus room, a spacious living room with a wood-burning stove set on a large stone hearth, and floor-to-ceiling windows that fill the home with natural light and open onto a large covered porch with scenic views. The primary suite includes a soaking tub and two closets, while vaulted ceilings add to the open feel of the home. You'll also appreciate main-level laundry and window treatments already in place. Downstairs, the basement level offers a large family/game room, workshop, additional bonus room, ½ bath, and two-car basement garage—plus plenty of storage space. Additional highlights include a solar battery backup system that automatically powers on during outages, a concrete driveway, and a private setting that still keeps you conveniently close to shopping, dining, schools, and all the outdoor recreation Western North Carolina is known for. (furnishings AI generated for inspiration, not current staging)

12 Chigger Ridge Road, Sylva

Listing courtesy of Western Carolina Properties, Inc.. pat@wcproperties.com

$2,395,000
3 Beds 4 Baths 4336305 MLS 4,454 SqFt. ACTIVE Status
Perched at a rare 4,000-foot elevation and bordering 39,000 acres of Nantahala National Forest, 2223 Scarlet Ridge is a masterfully crafted mountaintop estate where architecture, engineering, and nature exist in perfect harmony. Designed to capture sweeping long-range views while remaining naturally protected from extreme weather, the home offers cooler summer temperatures, dramatic cloud inversions below, and exceptional privacy. This handcrafted timber-frame residence showcases cathedral ceilings, exposed beams, and seamless indoor-outdoor living that reflects both refined craftsmanship and deep respect for the surrounding landscape. Built to endure, the home features superior construction including a reinforced concrete foundation, Structural Insulated Panel walls, fiber-cement siding, high-performance windows, and advanced systems designed specifically for high-elevation living. Modern comforts include a three-zone dual-fuel HVAC system with energy recovery ventilation, whole-house generator, instant hot water, pristine private well water, and a high-efficiency cast-iron wood-burning stove. Set on 17.72 private acres with trails, open meadow, and direct access to protected wilderness, the land offers unmatched connection to nature. From expansive terraces to forest paths and sweeping 40+ mile views, this is a mountain retreat as intelligent as it is breathtaking.This property is a must see to appreciate all it has to offer.

2223 Scarlet Ridge, Sylva

Listing courtesy of Great Smokys Realty. Christy@4smokys.com

$484,000
3 Beds 3 Baths 4315248 MLS 1,739 SqFt. ACTIVE Status
PRICE IMPROVEMENT! Discover this beautifully newly constructed 3BR/3BA home, ideally located in the sought-after Fisher Creek area. Enjoy privacy and convenience just minutes from Pinnacle Park, with easy access to Downtown Sylva, WCU, and the hospital. Inside, the open-concept layout is filled with natural light, large windows, quartz countertops, and a gas fireplace. Enjoy cozy evenings by the fire or peaceful mornings on the covered front porch, listening to the soothing sounds of Fisher Creek just across the road. Additional finished living space is perfect for a recreation room, home gym, or guest area, plus there's an unfinished room with endless potential—ideal for a workshop, studio, or extra storage. The yard features a woodland creek winding through a bamboo grove, and a wildflower/pollinator garden that blooms each spring on the south side of the driveway. A serene mountain retreat with modern comforts—don’t miss it!

1807 Fisher Creek Road, Sylva

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Great Smokies. jsreisinger@gmail.com

$410,000
2 Beds 3 Baths 4248266 MLS 1,434 SqFt. ACTIVE Status
This active vacation rental is a fully furnished, custom-built home located in the Great Smoky Mountains. Designed in an open-concept Arts and Crafts style, the residence showcases exceptional custom details throughout. The original owner, an accomplished woodcraftsman, thoughtfully blended his skill set with efficient space planning, functionality, and refined design. Inside, the open floor plan features rich hardwood floors and custom cabinetry in every room. The open kitchen includes a handcrafted island, ideal for gathering with family and friends, while a convenient half bath completes the main level. Upstairs, two ensuite bedrooms offer custom-built closets with generous storage. Step onto the relaxing deck, perfect for entertaining while enjoying the calming sounds of the nearby creek. Every inch of this inviting home reflects the craftsmanship and vision of its original builder, creating a truly distinctive mountain living experience. Whether you are seeking a full-time residence, vacation retreat, or income-producing rental, this property delivers. Conveniently located just minutes from Western Carolina University and nearby amenities and attractions.

79 Slumber Lane, Sylva

Listing courtesy of Great Smokys Realty. dani@4smokys.com

$5,200,000
5 Beds 7 Baths 4204368 MLS 5,345 SqFt. ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
This exceptional home is a sophisticated blend of natural beauty and luxury. The cypress and cedar siding, standing seam metal roof, and stone foundation and chimney reflect the rugged elegance the mountain setting. Expansive windows frame panoramic mountain and golf course views, while 14-foot ceilings and cedar timbers enhance the open living spaces. The gourmet kitchen is equipped with Wolf/Sub-Zero appliances, custom cabinetry, stone countertops, and a scullery. The home includes 5 bedrooms, 5 full bathrooms, half baths on each level, a private office, a primary suite with private porch, and an in-home elevator for convenience. +1,200 sq ft of outdoor living space with 2 fireplaces and in-ground spa. Balsam Mountain Preserve is a private 4,400 acre club community with 3,200 acres of conservation land and completed amenities including an Arnold Palmer golf course, The Summit House and Mine Tavern restaurants, wellness and equestrian centers and over 40 miles of hiking trails.

1043 High Line Road Unit #51, Sylva

Listing courtesy of BMP David Southworth Real Estate LLC. 828-631-1040

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