Home sits back from road
Front of home
Rear of home
Side of home with large deck
Aerial view of home
Aerial view of home
Side of home, showing entry to standing height crawlspace
View of front yard and bay window
Enjoy the sounds of the creek from the deck
Deck access to great room through windowed door
View of woods from deck
Overhead view of side deck
View of cleared rear yard from deck
Kitchen features wood cabinets and ceiling and large bay window
Dining area off kitchen
Large, raw tree-trunk beams stretch across the vaulted ceiling, showcasing the home’s rustic artistry.
Double sink and spacious double door refrigerator
Wood paneled ceiling and rustic beams accentuate the high vault in the great room
Large kitchen peninsula for dining, working or enjoying your morning coffee
Kitchen includes Antique European Hood adding an artistic flare to the room
So much natural filtered light in the kitchen thanks to this large bay window
Luxury vinyl plank flooring provides easy care and seamless flow throughout the home
A unique, artist-made built-in with full-height glass-insert doors
Lage sliding windows and upper fixed windows flood the room with light and the tranquil green of the forest
Additional view of great room
Looking towards door to deck
Your view of the nearby woods, home to a multitude of native birds who regularly visit multiple feeders
Entering the great room from the front hall
Large artist-created light accentuates the wood paneled ceiling and raw timber beams
First bedroom was formerly the kitchen and has walk in closet
View towards door and closet in First Bedroom
Additional view First Bedroom
Primary bedroom with en suite bath
Primary bedroom
Guest bath off the hall is convenient for company but also has a shower and large laundry area
View of sink and shower in Guest Bath
Primary suite walk-in shower, sink and toilet featuring large window and lots of natural light
Dining area has another artistic light fixture and views of the outdoors
View from Dining Area towards hall and great room
Architectural details are everywhere throughout the home
Laundry area off Guest Bathroom
This unique workshop/artist studio/garage has multiple uses.  Large enough for a car and lots of daylight for working or painting
Additional view of workshop/studio/garage
The most unique feature are the doors with windows that open outside but look like the front of the house
View of the workshop doors open
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Zoomed view of creek from rear of property
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$315,000

Sylva, NC 28779
Listed by Cate Campbell · Keller Williams Great Smokies
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Living area
1,291 sqft
Year built
1948

About this home

This rare property has not been on the market for almost 20 years! No restrictions, STR allowed. Absolutely NO damage from Helene. Adjoining parcel is also for sale (MLS#4394697) and provides an existing RV spot for travel trailers and RVs, even more level, cleared spots, and additional creek frontage. Additional 3.85 acre lot (MLS #4394738) across the street is also for sale. Experience the soothing sound of rushing water from this peaceful mountain retreat on 1.18 acres with direct access to a bold, year-round creek that is stocked with trout. The moment you arrive, the setting feels private and restorative, with the creek’s sounds carrying across the property and into the home. This is a place where nature takes center stage, offering a rare blend of usable land, wooded privacy, and the kind of creek frontage buyers dream of. The home offers a comfortable two-bedroom, two-bath layout designed for easy living, whether you’re seeking a full-time residence, a mountain getaway, or an investment opportunity. The main living area is warm and inviting, with natural light filtering in, and rustic logs supporting the ceiling and framing the walls. The kitchen is simple and functional, providing everything needed for everyday use. Step outside onto the spacious deck and take in the sweeping view of the acreage below. The deck overlooks a large cleared area that gently slopes toward the creek, creating a beautiful outdoor space for gardening, play, pets, or simply relaxing to the sound of moving water. Additional cleared, level areas offer flexibility for future outdoor living spaces, fire pits, or recreational use. Plenty of space for a large garden. The remaining wooded portions of the property add privacy, shade, and the natural character that makes mountain living so appealing. Gently sloping, wide pathways have been thoughtfully carved into the landscape, leading to the centerpiece of the property: the creek. Whether you prefer to fish for trout, sit by the water’s edge, explore the banks, or simply listen from the deck, the creek provides a constant connection to nature that is both calming and energizing. Properties with this level of creek presence are increasingly rare, especially with usable land and easy access. Both bedrooms are comfortably sized, with the primary suite offering its own bath for added convenience. The second bedroom and separate bath provide flexibility for guests, office space, or hobbies. Both bedrooms feature large walk-in closets. The attached garage/workspace can be converted to a third bedroom, workshop, art studio, storage or park the car. Weatherproof 220V outlet on exterior wall. An additional unfinished basement with 7' headroom located on the back of the house has room for the John Deere mower that comes with the house. The home’s layout is efficient and easy to maintain, allowing you to spend more time enjoying the outdoors and less time on upkeep, thanks to the luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout. Located just 10.5 miles from Walmart, 11-12 miles from downtown Sylva restaurants and shops, and close to hiking and water sports. Owner is a licensed Realtor in Florida.

Property details

MLS #
CAR4394353
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
None
Status
Active
Days on market
14
On market date
June 19, 2026
Stories
N/A
Garage spaces
1
Lot size
N/A
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles · public school directory data (NCES)

Elementary
Scotts Creek Elementary
3.28 mi away · Grades 0-8
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
2.6
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: D (2025)
Enrollment
459
Student:teacher ratio
14.3:1
District
Jackson County Public Schools
Middle
Catamount School
5.53 mi away · Grades 6-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
3.6
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
53
Student:teacher ratio
10.6:1
District
Catamount School
High
Jackson Co Early College
6.14 mi away · Grades 9-13
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.1
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: B (2025)
Enrollment
100
Student:teacher ratio
25.0:1
District
Jackson County Public Schools

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$63,000 down
$252,000 loan
Principal & interest$1,634
Property tax (est.)$263
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated July 3, 2026.

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