85 Back Bone Way, Sylva NC
- 3 Bed
- 5 Bath
- 1566 ft2
- 1.7 ac
For Sale $2,500,000
Remarks:
Perched at 4,600’ on a private ridgeline, this Al Platt-designed home in Balsam Mountain Preserve offers stunning sunrise and sunset views in a conservation community where 3,200 of 4,400 acres are permanently protected. With heart pine floors reclaimed from the Ivey Cotton Mill, oversized windows, and radiant heat on the lower level, the home blends rustic charm with thoughtful design. The main-level layout includes 3 bedrooms with ensuite baths and a bonus room/office with its own half bath, connected by a breezeway for privacy and flexibility. Outdoor living shines with a screened porch with wood-burning fireplace, wrap-around deck, and flagstone patio—all surrounded by native landscaping. The small, close-knit neighborhood encourages connection and shared appreciation for the land. Enjoy access to Balsam Mountain Preserve’s amenities including golf, equestrian center, nature center, dining, and more. This is more than a home—it’s a lifestyle rooted in nature and community.
Interior Features:
Attic Other, Garden Tub, Open Floorplan, Split Bedroom, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
General Information:
| List Price: | $2,500,000 |
| Status: | For Sale |
| Bedrooms: | 3 |
| Type: | Single Family Residence |
| Approx Sq. Ft.: | 1566 sqft |
| Parking: | Attached Garage |
| MLS Number: | CAR4258215 |
| Subdivision: | Balsam Mountain Preserve |
| Style: | Rustic |
| Bathrooms: | 5 |
| Lot Description: | Paved, Private, Views, Other - See Remarks |
| Year Built: | 2007 |
| Sewer Type: | Septic Installed |
Assigned Schools:
| Elementary: | Scotts Creek |
| Middle: | Scotts Creek |
| High: | Smoky Mountain |
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Nearby Schools
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| School Name | Distance | Grades | Rating |
| Jackson Co Sch of Alternatives | 4 miles | KG-06 | N/A |
| Scotts Creek Elementary | 5 miles | KG-06 | 3 |
| Fairview Elementary | 8 miles | KG-06 | 6 |
| Cullowhee Valley School | 8 miles | KG-06 | 5 |
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Properties For Sale Nearby
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| Street Address | Distance | Status | List Price | Days on Market |
| 85 Back Bone Way, Sylva NC | 0 mi | $2,500,000 | days | |
| 61 Back Bone Way, Sylva NC | 0.1 mi | $4,375,000 | days | |
| 109 Cold Deck Way, Sylva NC | 0.7 mi | $3,200,000 | days | |
| 210 Side Cut Way, Sylva NC | 1 mi | $3,450,000 | days | |
| 180 Side Cut Way, Sylva NC | 1 mi | $3,675,000 | days | |
| 256 Haulback Way, Sylva NC | 1.1 mi | $2,950,000 | days |
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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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Property Listing Information
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85 Back Bone Way, Sylva NC is a 1566 ft2 on a 1.650 acres lot. This is for $2,500,000. This has 3 bedrooms, 5 baths, and was built in 2007.
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