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.
$5,950,000
5 bedrooms / 7 baths
410 Lakewood Dr
A rare lakefront legacy estate set within the prestigious wilderness community of Fontana Lake Estates. Privately positioned on a stunning peninsula overlooking Fontana Lake and the Great Smoky Mountains, this extraordinary, handcrafted residence offers over 7,600 sq ft of timeless mountain luxury. Designed for effortless entertaining and multi-generational living, the home features 7 BR's incl 2 in guest quarters above the garage, expansive indoor and outdoor gathering spaces, soaring timber frame architecture, elevator, fitness room, game room, and multiple fireplaces throughout. Walls of glass frame breathtaking lake and mountain views while expansive decks and covered terraces invite seamless indoor-outdoor living. A private cabana sits above the double-slip boathouse provides direct access to one of Western NC's most sought-after recreational lakes. Located within a gated, socially active mountain-lake community with marina access, hiking trails and nearby Bryson City attractions including the Great Smoky Mtns National Park, Nantahala River and the Appalachian Trail, this exceptional estate offers a rare opportunity to own one of the region's premier waterfront retreats.
This cabin is for sale by Good Life Real Estate. Agent Diane Jones contact: (239) 940-1000
$1,150,000 $999,000
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
$750,000
2 bedrooms / 2 baths
Cooper's Ridge
$470,000
2 bedrooms / 2 baths
110 Nellie Hazel Dr
Rare Nantahala Gorge Find! Private Log Cabin STR + Beautiful Extra Creekside Building Lot! Escape to your own private corner of the Smokies at Hiker's Rest, a charming, turnkey 2BR/2BA mountain cabin tucked into a lush, wooded setting just 10 minutes from the Nantahala Outdoor Center. Wonderfully secluded yet convenient to Bryson City, Fontana Lake, the Nantahala River and endless outdoor adventure, this longtime vacation rental offers the opportunity to continue its STR tradition or simply keep this special place all to yourself. Custom built by the current owners in 2005 as a Sisson Log Home, the cabin is filled with mountain character. Soaring wood ceilings, exposed beams, warm log walls and hardwood floors surround the two-story great room, anchored by a beautiful floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace. Handcrafted, half-log stairs and log railings, rebuilt in 2023, lead to the open loft above. The kitchen and dining area flow naturally into the great room, creating an inviting space for gathering. The main level offers a queen bedroom and full bath, while upstairs you'll find the primary bedroom and bath plus a loft with pool table and additional sleeping space. The primary opens to its own private covered balcony with a peaceful mountain view"”perfect for morning coffee or unwinding at the end of the day. Outdoor living is just as inviting, with an expansive covered porch, hot tub and firepit surrounded by the sights and sounds of the forest. The cabin has been thoughtfully maintained and updated over the years, including replacement HVAC and newer kitchen appliances, rebuilt exterior stairs, crawlspace encapsulation with dehumidifier, updated furnishings, and a beautifully remodeled primary bath with walk-in shower. Recent improvements also include refreshed outdoor furnishings and wooden gates at deck entrances. And then there's the extra lot"”a special bonus with a picturesque creek winding through the property and an expired septic permit. Explore its potential for an additional homesite that could tap into the well producing 30 GPM, or simply enjoy it as a gorgeous natural buffer and private retreat. Whether you're looking for an established vacation rental, personal mountain escape or property with additional land and future possibilities, Hiker's Rest captures the Smoky Mountain lifestyle"”privacy, mountain views, fireside evenings and outdoor adventure just minutes away. Tour: https://media.zillowmediaexperts.com/videos/019ffcb8-a1a4-72ee-a68c-ff73b4fe7c0d
This cabin is for sale by Good Life Real Estate. Agent Diane Jones contact: (239) 940-1000
$189,900
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