$2,800,000
About this home
Discover the perfect combination of mountain charm, modern conveniences, and investment potential in this beautiful lodge-style home, ideally located between Cherokee and Bryson City, NC. Offering easy access and a desirable location near the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad, world-class whitewater rafting, and Harrah's Cherokee Casino, this property is well-suited for use as a primary residence, second home, or income-producing investment. The inviting interior features a comfortable living area anchored by a propane fireplace, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The kitchen is equipped with a propane cooktop and indoor flameless grill, offering both functionality and convenience. A standout feature of the home is the outdoor living space, complete with a beautiful wood-burning stone fireplace and television. This inviting area extends the home's living and entertaining space, providing a wonderful setting for gatherings or quiet evenings in the mountains. Additional highlights include a whole-house generator for added peace of mind and easy property access, an especially valuable feature in a mountain property. Short-term rentals are permitted, and the home has an established four-year history as a successful vacation rental. Adding to its appeal, the property is being sold furnished, with the exception of one lounge chair, offering buyers the convenience of a nearly turnkey purchase. Whether you're looking to expand your investment portfolio, secure a second home, or establish a full-time residence in Western North Carolina, this property offers an attractive combination of location, comfort, and versatility. An excellent opportunity to own a well-appointed lodge-style home in the heart of the Smoky Mountains!
Highlights
Property details
- MLS
- Canopy MLS
- MLS #
- CAR4439074
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Subdivision
- Ocona Lake Estates
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- N/A
- On market date
- October 29, 2026
- Stories
- N/A
- Total bathrooms
- 2.5
- Garage spaces
- N/A
- Parking spaces
- N/A
- Lot size
- N/A
Location
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Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.
- Enrollment
- 347
- Student:teacher ratio
- 13.3:1
- District
- Swain County Schools
- Enrollment
- 472
- Student:teacher ratio
- 16.3:1
- District
- Swain County Schools
- Enrollment
- 557
- Student:teacher ratio
- 14.3:1
- District
- Swain County Schools
Walkability
Blended score for Whittier's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).
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