Cabins for Sale in Western North Carolina near Bryson City

Finding the right investment property in Western North Carolina can be difficult. This is simply because the number of cabins for sale is relatively low. The expertise needed to identify the right investment cabin for your family’s use while also earning a revenue stream can be found in the partnership of Watershed Cabins and Good Life Realty. Below are some cabins we have selected specifically for their attractiveness to a vacation rental investor.


$1,722,000

Rocky Creek Cottage

4 bedrooms / 3.5 baths

216 Alarka Point

This beautiful lakefront home in gated Fontana Lake Estates offers open-concept main floor living with stunning Fontana Lake & Smoky Mountain views. The gated community is a true wilderness retreat, with nature trails, a marina area & covenants that protect its natural beauty. The main level features breathtaking views from every corner, a modern kitchen with an island, a combination of quartz & butcher block counters & cozy eat-in area. Enjoy alfresco dining on the covered porch overlooking the water. The spacious primary suite also boasts lake views, an electric fireplace & an en-suite bath with a walk-in closet, soaking tub & glass shower. Upstairs, a loft overlooks the lake, with BR’s on either side & another full bath. The lower level includes a 4th BR, 3rd full bath & a bonus room, ideal for an office or entertaining. The covered boat dock with a single slip & jet ski port offers endless waterfront fun. With a 2-car garage, attic storage & covered space for lake toys, this home offers plenty of storage & is perfect for year-round, Lake Life. The vibrant community hosts regular gatherings, making it perfect for newcomers. Buy now & get ready for your summer on the Lake!

This cabin is for sale by Good Life Real Estate. Agent Diane Jones contact: (239) 940-1000

$1,150,000 $999,000

Little Bear

2 bedrooms / 3.5 baths

Little Bear

This newly constructed home comes turn key with everything you need to make yourself at home year round or as a short term rental. A private waterfall pooling near the fire pit, sunset view, primary bedroom on the main floor with en suite bath & walk-in closet. There's a Generac Generator & multiple decks with a hot tub off the game room with a big screen, games galore, full bath & bunk room. If a closet were added, it would be considered the 3rd Bedroom. The upper level has a large bedroom, full bath, loft sleeping & a quiet, office nook. The Certificate of Occupancy was issued summer ‘23 & still has months under the Builder Warranty. Currently on the Watershed Cabins program, Little Bear has a 5 Star rating! Comments were, “Luxury away from home”, & “modern while having beautiful art that stays true to the rustic nature it surrounds”. The gated Falls community has spectacular waterfalls on the drive up to the house with an excellent mix of super star short-term rentals & year-round neighbors plus lots of green space. A brand spanking new house without the hassle of building!

This cabin is for sale by Good Life Real Estate. Agent Diane Jones contact: (239) 940-1000

$555,000 PENDING

The Lookout

2 bedrooms / 2 baths

The Lookout

Part of Watershed Cabins' "Mountain Modern" collection is this minimalist gem called "The Lookout". It's perched on the side of a west-facing mountain with an incredible long-range, sunset view. Two bedrooms and two baths make it perfect for a couples' getaway or a small family retreat. There's a hot tub and fire pit that share the incredible view for enjoyment of the great outdoors 12 months a year. But it's the modern elegance of the interior that will set this property apart.

This cabin is for sale by Good Life Real Estate. Agent Diane Jones contact: (239) 940-1000

$1,150,000 SOLD

Sunset Falls Home for Sale

3 bedrooms / 3 baths

Sunset Falls

You're on Top of the World in Sunset Falls at 3,400 ft in The Falls, a gated community. This private home is one of the best sunset views in Swain County seen through floor to ceiling windows from the living area & every room in the house! With excellent cell service & high speed, unltd internet, you many never leave. All paved roads to the driveway & 2 waterfalls to wow you on the way up, this neighborhood is close to the hwy & Bryson City. A newer home, it's the perfect combination of contemporary design & rustic finishes with concrete floors, an open concept, central living area with modern gas logs & kitchen with quartz counters, gas stove, open shelving, pantry cabinets & a laundry room with tiled dog wash behind. There are 2 private, split BR's on the main floor with a bath to serve each & doors walking out to the deck from both. The main BR has a built-in wood headboard/nightstand, 2 walk-in closets & soaking tub & tiled shower in the ensuite bath. Downstairs you'll find another BR & bath & a spacious media room that walks out to the firepit area under the stars. There's also a hidden office & utility room on this floor. Call today on this rare Smoky Mountain Modern home!

This cabin is for sale by Good Life Real Estate. Agent Diane Jones contact: (239) 940-1000

$189,900

Rockledge Lot 16 for sale

2.15 ac buildable lot with septic

Lot 16 Rockledge

You'll love Lake Life in the gated neighborhood of Rockledge with PRIVATE DOCKS & COVERED BOAT SLIPS on the Nantahala River as it flows into Fontana Lake. PLUS it has THE LODGE, a PRIVATE CLUBHOUSE for owners to use with a fitness center, full kitchen & outdoor grilling station on the patio for parties & gatherings, a kid's game room, fireplace with cozy seating & toddler playground. The septic permit has been issued for this lot with SE views of the Smoky Mtns & Nantahala River. The view could be enlarged with add'l clearing & the homesite could be made much bigger! This is an excellent location straddling the ridges between Watia Rd & the Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC.com) with hiking & biking trails adjoining the Appalachian Trail. You can ride your gator or 4-wheeler from the house to the NOC offering restaurants, paddling & shopping right next door. The wide roads can be accessed year-round & the utilities are all underground with areas of planned Green Space reserved to keep the wilderness feeling this area is known for. AND high-speed internet is available! Here is your opportunity to grasp all that the Smoky Mountain Life offers! Call & schedule a tour today!

This property is for sale by Good Life Real Estate. Agent Diane Jones contact: (239) 940-1000