For Sale $335,000
Charming Cottage with Creek Views at 868 Cabin Flats Rd, Cullowhee, NC (Just Over the Jackson County Line) Discover this character-filled cottage nestled in the serene mountains of Western North Carolina. Beaming with warmth and Appalachian charm, this approximately 1,270-square-foot home offers 2 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, creating an ideal retreat for those seeking peace, nature, and easy access to mountain adventures. Step onto the wonderful back porch for peaceful mornings and evenings spent listening to the gentle flow of the nearby creek. Attractions Sylva (Jackson County seat) lies just a short drive away, offering charming downtown shops, restaurants, breweries, and the iconic courthouse square. Waynesville downtown is about 15 minutes away, with its vibrant arts scene, farm-to-table dining, antique shops, and year-round festivals. Asheville sits roughly 45 minutes east, providing world-class dining, breweries, galleries, Outdoor enthusiasts will love the proximity to world-class recreation: Hiking and Waterfalls — Endless trails await in the Nantahala National Forest and nearby Gorges State Park (with its 26 waterfalls and biodiversity). The Blue Ridge Parkway entrance at Balsam is only about 20 minutes away, offering panoramic drives, overlooks like Waterrock Knob, and access to more trails. Fishing — The property’s creek setting plus nearby Tuckasegee River and spots along the Western North Carolina Fly Fishing Trail provide excellent trout fishing right in the backyard of Jackson County. Great Smoky Mountains National Park — Reach the Cherokee/Oconaluftee entrance in under an hour for hiking, wildlife viewing (elk!), historic sites, and over 800 miles of trails. This cottage perfectly balances cozy mountain living with convenient access to everything Western North Carolina offers. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful full-time residence, weekend getaway, or investment property, its location just over the Jackson County line positions you in the heart of the Smokies and Blue Ridge region.
| List Price: | $335,000 |
| Status: | For Sale |
| Bedrooms: | 2 |
| Type: | Single Family Residence |
| Approx Sq. Ft.: | 1271 sqft |
| Parking: | Driveway |
| MLS Number: | CAR4383189 |
| Subdivision: | none |
| Bathrooms: | 3 |
| Lot Description: | Cleared |
| Year Built: | 1967 |
| Sewer Type: | Septic Installed |
| Elementary: | Unspecified |
| Middle: | Unspecified |
| High: | Unspecified |
| Date | Event | Price | $/SQFT |
| 06-01-2026 | Listed | $335,000 | $264 |
| 10-24-2025 | Price Decrease | $735,000-2.65% | $579 |
| 07-20-2025 | Listed | $755,000 | $595 |
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| School Name | Distance | Grades | Rating |
| Jackson Co Sch of Alternatives | 5 miles | KG-06 | N/A |
| Scotts Creek Elementary | 6 miles | KG-06 | 3 |
| Fairview Elementary | 9 miles | KG-06 | 6 |
| Junaluska Elementary | 9 miles | KG-05 | 9 |
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| Street Address | Distance | Status | List Price | Days on Market |
| 868 Cabin Flats Road, Cullowhee NC | 0 mi | $335,000 | days | |
| 479 Old Dummy Line Road, Balsam NC | 0.3 mi | $625,000 | days | |
| 67 Quartz Lane, Balsam NC | 0.3 mi | $188,000 | days | |
| 66 Pinto Trail, Sylva NC | 0.8 mi | $345,000 | days | |
| 114 Cool Water Trail, Sylva NC | 0.9 mi | $549,900 | 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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868 Cabin Flats Road, Cullowhee NC is a 1271 ft2 on a 0.300 acres lot. This is for $335,000. This has 2 bedrooms, 3 baths, and was built in 1967.
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