For Sale $548,500
This charming creekfront log cabin retreat is the quintessential mountain home you've been dreaming of, offering a seamless blend of authentic chink log construction and comfortably appointed living, all situated on a beautiful, easily accessible, level lot. The property's exterior invites immediate relaxation, featuring a rocking chair front porch perfectly positioned for soaking in breathtaking pastoral and rolling hill views while enjoying your morning coffee. The entire rear border of the lot is defined by a picturesque creek, lending a soothing natural soundscape to the property, which can be fully enjoyed from the back deck located within the fenced backyard, an ideal and safe space for pets. Adding to the property's utility is a detached two-car garage with an accompanying single carport, offering excellent covered parking and storage solutions. Inside, the cabin boasts an open floor plan with two bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms, where the second bedroom is an inviting loft space, centered around a magnificent floor-to-ceiling stone gas fireplace that creates a warm, inviting atmosphere. The highly functional layout is further enhanced by a desirable large pantry room and a bonus room flooded with natural light, perfect for use as an additional sitting or reading area. The gourmet-friendly kitchen is a chef's delight, equipped with ample counter space and a large kitchen island, perfect for both meal preparation and entertaining guests. This accessible, creek-side cabin masterfully blends its rustic, elegant charm with comfortable living and stunning natural scenery, presenting an unmissable opportunity for your own slice of mountain paradise.
Fire Pit
Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s)
| List Price: | $548,500 |
| Status: | For Sale |
| Bedrooms: | 2 |
| Type: | Single Family Residence |
| Approx Sq. Ft.: | 1456 sqft |
| Parking: | Detached Carport, Detached Garage |
| MLS Number: | CAR4328225 |
| Subdivision: | None |
| Style: | Cabin |
| Bathrooms: | 3 |
| Lot Description: | Cleared, Creek Front, Level |
| Year Built: | 1996 |
| Sewer Type: | Septic Installed |
| Elementary: | Fairview |
| Middle: | Smoky Mountain |
| High: | Smoky Mountain |
| Date | Event | Price | $/SQFT |
| 12-09-2025 | Listed | $548,500 | $377 |
These schools are only nearby your property search, you must confirm exact assigned schools.
| School Name | Distance | Grades | Rating |
| Cullowhee Valley School | 4 miles | KG-06 | 5 |
| Fairview Elementary | 5 miles | KG-06 | 6 |
| Scotts Creek Elementary | 8 miles | KG-06 | 3 |
| Jackson Co Sch of Alternatives | 8 miles | KG-06 | N/A |
| Smokey Mountain Elementary | 9 miles | KG-06 | 2 |
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| Street Address | Distance | Status | List Price | Days on Market |
| 538 Fork Road, Sylva NC | 0 mi | $548,500 | days | |
| 402 East Fork Road, Sylva NC | 0.1 mi | $490,000 | days | |
| 265 Heartland Ridge, Sylva NC | 0.3 mi | $330,000 | days | |
| 246 Fiddle And A Bow Lane, Sylva NC | 0.3 mi | $775,000 | days | |
| 562 Beechwood Drive, Sylva NC | 0.5 mi | $450,000 | days | |
| 500 Beechwood Drive, Sylva NC | 0.6 mi | $550,000 | days |
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| Street Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Property Details |
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| Down Payment Amount | $990,000 |
| Mortgage Amount | $3,960,000 |
| Monthly Payment (Principal & Interest Only) | $19,480 |
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| Total Monthly Payment | $20,941 |
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A Courtesy Listing Provided By Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Waynesville
538 Fork Road, Sylva NC is a 1456 ft2 on a 0.850 acres lot. This is for $548,500. This has 2 bedrooms, 3 baths, and was built in 1996.
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