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Bryson City • Smoky Mountains • Serving Western North Carolina Since 1995
A NEW BEGINNING TO A NEW YEAR!
Happy 2026! I’m looking forward to beginning another wonderful year here in the Great Smoky Mountains. I also want to extend a warm “Welcome” to our new area residents that have purchased homes in the area in the past year. We are all so blessed to be able to call these mountains “home”.
If you are looking to buy a home, now is the time to act. The real estate professionals in this guide will be there to help you every step of the way. From their extensive knowledge of the area to their considerable insight about the market, they can find you exactly what you’re looking for!
Thinking of selling? These agents can help there, too! As your personal agent, they have a strong desire to represent YOUR interests. Now is the time to talk to a REALTOR® and get the ball rolling on your next adventure!
With over 49 years in publication, we tip our hats to the real estate agents that make The Real Estate Buyer’s Guide what it is. We’re proud to partner with agencies who operate with commitment, integrity, passion and a love for our gorgeous Smoky Mountains. We hope you continue to find our magazine as a valuable asset for your real estate needs. When you find the perfect REALTOR® in this publication, be sure and tell them you found them in The Real Estate Buyer’s Guide!
Have a Happy & Blessed 2026!
Luke Bateman Owner
Beautifully remodeled about 2 years ago, this home features a stone wood-burning FP in the dining area/den,a new KIT w/ granite c-tops & SS appliances. The spacious living room has an electric stove/heater. The Master Suite includes a garden tub, two sinks, a dressing table & a walk-in closet. Sunroom. Everything is clean & updated, w/ a new roof just 1.5 years ago. Retired Title. Frontier Internet available. Storage building on 2.5 acres, as well as a nice paved driveway & parking area. Covered picnic area at the side of the house w/ huge front porch perfect for entertaining. Call for your tour. 2.5+/- ACRES. MLS# 26042936. $350,000.
YEAR AROUND MTN VIEW from this BRAND NEW, move-in ready 2025 Clayton Home. As you enter, you’ll find a spacious living room area w/ laminate flooring throughout. The master BR is located on your right & features a large BA, garden tub & walk-in closet. Straight ahead, you’ll find the dining & KIT area, filled w/ natural light from the sliding glass doors that lead to a deck. The kitchen offers ample counter space, black appliances & large island. Just beyond the KIT is a laundry & storage room. On the left side of the LR, there are two nice sized BRs & a full hallway BA. The seller wants you to love this home & is offering a 4-year extended warranty along w/ a $3,000 shopping spree allowance for new furniture! 0.039 acres w/survey. MLS# 26042859. $325,000.
26042792 & 1.33 ACRES +/- $399,000.
Welcome to the “Tuck Away Cabin,” a cedar-sided retreat in a wooded setting w/ a mountain view. Features 2BR/2BA & a loft area, providing ample space for guests. Comes fully furnished. A new HVAC system was installed in 2023. TV & Internet service provided by HughesNet, w/ Wi-Fi for the thermostat serviced by AT&T. Approx. 20 min to Franklin, 40 min to W Asheville, 20 min to Waynesville & an hour to Pigeon Forge. Lakes & fishing streams nearby. Plus, Harrah’s Cherokee Casino is just 15-min away. VACATION RENTALS OK. 1.47+/- Acres $315,000. MLS #26040455
Garnet Ridge
Land
Garnet Ridge Preserve. Community water, underground electric, & high speed internet. 1.34+/- Acres $65,000. #26036822
2.14+/- Acres $74,900. Lot 63 #26041720
3.7+/- Acres $84,900. Lot 62 #26041719 w/3 BR septic permit
2.81+/- Acres $74900. Lot 61 #26041716
2.03+/- Acres $59,000. #26040677
1.56+/- Acres w/ installed 3 BR septic -$69,000. #26040644
Grand View Estates. Great lot 15 Min to downtown Dillsboro and 15 min. to the Casino. 3.38+/- Acres $29,900. MLS# 26040133 & 4230786
Eagles Ridge MOUNTAIN VIEWS, well maintained roads, Dillsboro.: 2.39 Wooded acres. $22,000. MLS#26037596 2.61 Wooded acres. $23,359. MLS#26037835
Sylva. UNRESTRICTED Wooded 1.92 Acres with MOUNTAIN VIEW. $35,000. MLS#26037604 & 4173994
High Top Mountain Estates Subdivision- 2.11 Acres, $20,000. Good access in and out. MLS#26041128 Hemlock Falls- Mtn View - 1.3 Acres Lot 1, Sec. 5 $28,900. #26042799
Barkers Creek- UNRESTRICTED. 2.06 Acres $35,000.
$127,500
MLS 26036465 - A rare find in Nantahala Gorgeuseable creekside acreage just minutes from NOC & other attractions. This property is fronted by Nantahala National Forest, w/ huge views of the upper ridges on Silvermine & Wesser Creek. It has a house site in place & a shallow, rolling hillside up to the ridge. There are several options for getting longer range or different views. This is a super secluded end-ofroad spot, w/ easy access from Hwy 74 at NOC.
MLS 26040045 - Lot 47 and 55 are the highest available lots at Alarka Highlands, Bryson City’s premiere vacation rental community. You can’t see much further from a mountain in Swain County! $119,900. $149,900.
MLS 26035907 - This is your chance to build a home or start a business right on the Nantahala River. This tract is walking distance to rafting, restaurants & other activities at NOC. The Nantahala river backs up as Fontana Lake in the summer & Wesser Creek joins the party w/ a waterfall into the Nantahala by one corner of the property. A large parking area is across 74, this may be a great group camping spot too.
MLS 26036485, 26036486, 26037967
Black
Fontana
Bryson City.
Two 1 acre lots with majestic views of Wesser Creek cirque and Cheoah Bald. Unrestricted, minutes to NOC and Bryson City. MLS 26039261 - $48,000. MLS 26039274
$575,000
MLS 26041901 - 565 Silver Ridge This custom home in Nantahala Gorge sits on 17 acres with views for miles, stone hearth, and too many custom details to list. This is a truly special legacy property, kayakers and NOC fans, this is your opportunity!
$485,000
MLS 26039458 - Enjoy mountain top seclusion or additional income from this
spacious parking, room to roam & development potential with knock out
linked vacation rental suites, & is sold turnkey with comfortable furnishings.
$850,000
MLS 26042694 - Welcome to Grand View Estates, where this custom-built residence captures breathtaking, long-range views stretching from the Snowbird Mountains into Tennessee. The two-story main living room sets the tone with soaring ceilings, a dramatic wall of windows, and an elegant fireplace that anchors the space with warmth and grandeur. The open, vaulted layout flows throughout the home, complemented by abundant storage and an executive master suite designed for comfort and space. On the lower level, an expansive additional great room with a stone fireplace offers an inviting setting for entertaining or relaxed evenings. A spacious two-car garage or workshop provides ample room for projects and gear. Recent upgrades—including a new roof and new kitchen appliances—bring peace of mind, while the hot tub, grill, and sauna add a touch of resort-style living. Outdoor living shines here as well, with generous deck and patio spaces that make the most of the warm season. The community offers trails, common areas, and pickleball courts, and the surrounding region is rich with opportunities for whitewater, hiking, fishing, and cycling.
GOOD LIFE
Tenacious by nature. Boutique by design.
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,900 sq ft | 3,400 ft Elev
Coopers Ridge showcases a contemporary mountain retreat style, blending clean, modern lines with warm, natural elements. Soaring ceilings, expansive windows, and an open-concept layout create a light-filled space that brings the mountain views indoors, while dark wood floors, sleek cabinetry, and modern fixtures add a refined, upscale feel. The result is a comfortable yet polished retreat designed for both everyday living and effortless entertaining.
MLS #26042009 | $999,000
Year-round Views in Gated Community
2 BR | 3.5 BA | 2,900 sq ft
Bonus/Bunk Room
Multiple Decks
Little Bear features a modern mountain lodge style—warm, inviting, and designed for both comfort and gathering. Vaulted ceilings, a dramatic stone fireplace, and expansive windows create an open, airy great room filled with natural light, while clean lines and neutral finishes keep the look fresh and timeless. It’s a perfect blend of rustic charm and contemporary elegance, ideal for relaxed mountain living or hosting friends and family.
This property is move-in or rental-ready—don’t miss the opportunity to own a piece of the Western NC
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GREAT APARTMENT SITE CLOSE TO WCU on a dead-end road. 3.75 ACRES with pads dozed for 3 duplexes. Water, Sewer, and electric to the edge of the property. $72,680.
BRICK RANCH right off campus in Forest Hills. 3/1. Private lot. Outbuilding, nice deck. $339,750.
COMMERCIAL
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! 1 ACRE FLAT COMMERCIAL LOT. Located right across from the # 107 entrance to Western Carolina University. A once in a blue moon opportunity. MLS 26040098. $197,750.
BRYSON CITY
BRYSON CIT
Tammy Williams
NMLS# 754853
828-488-5051
Tammy Williams NMLS# 7 54853 828-488- 1168
CHEROKEE
Lauren Raper
NMLS# 1914290 828-488-5040 BRYSON
Lisa Wiggins NM L S # 7 5 485 2 828-497-3734
ROBBINSVILLE
Lisa Wiggins NMLS# 754848 828-479-7501 ROBBINSVILLE
NMLS# 754852 828-497-3225 CHEROKEE
Pam Shaffer NMLS# 7 54848 828-479-3037
SYLVA
Pam Shaffer
Becky Reeves NMLS# 7 54847 82 8-631-9166
ROBBINSVILLE
ROBBINSVILLE
Tim Eller NMLS# 754837 828-479-3037
Leslie
Tim Eller NMLS# 2260337 828-479-7504
NMLS# 1786736 828-631-4150
• Estate Size Lots Available Up to 4000’ Elevation
• Underground Utilities and Gigabit Internet Service
• Four Miles of Wide, Two-Lane Blacktop
• Fifty Acres of Trails and Community Parks
• Natural Waterfalls and Enchanting Views
• Minutes to Downtown Bryson City
• Surrounded by World Class Outdoor Activities
A Great Smoky Mountain sanctuary of only 99-homesites, nestled within a serene mountain valley and surrounded by over four thousand acres of undeveloped Cherokee Reservation lands. This 400-acre community weaves miles of paved roads through enchanting oak and maple forests with idyllic waterfalls and glittering streams, leading to one-of-a-kind homesites with unmatched long-range views of breathtaking natural beauty. Call or Text 828.736.0541 info@thefallsnorthcarolina.com | @thefallsnorthcarolina
thefallsnorthcarolina.com
• Estate Size Lots Available Up to 4000’ Elevation
• Underground Utilities and Gigabit Internet Service
• Four Miles of Wide, Two-Lane Blacktop
• Fifty Acres of Trails and Community Parks
• Natural Waterfalls and Enchanting Views
• Minutes to Downtown Bryson City
• Surrounded by World Class Outdoor Activities
Call or text 561-714-1060 or 561-398-3816
A Great Smoky Mountain sanctuary of only 99-homesites, nestled within a serene mountain valley and surrounded by over four thousand acres of undeveloped Cherokee Reservation lands. This 400-acre community weaves miles of paved roads through enchanting oak and maple forests with idyllic waterfalls and glittering streams, leading to one-of-a-kind homesites with unmatched long-range views of breathtaking natural beauty. Call or Text 828.736.0541 info@thefallsnorthcarolina.com | @thefallsnorthcarolina thefallsnorthcarolina.com
Bernie Gilchrist, Broker License #208314 Cell: 828-606-2900 bernie@berniegilrchrist.com
Phillip Gamble, Broker License #263120 Cell: 828-514-1950 phillip@sundogrealty.com Mark Brooks, Broker License #278536 Cell: 828-788-4456 mark@sundogrealty.com
Collins, Broker License #358645 Cell: 336-847-1234 dale@sundogrealty.com
OF THE TUCKASEGEE RIVER, this property offers direct water access, year-round views, and the ideal terrain for your dream home. The land is open, and exceptionally usable—something hard to find in the mountains—giving you freedom for outdoor living spaces, gardens, or a private riverside fire pit. Mature trees along the riverbank provide natural shade and privacy. *The buildable portion of the lot is outside the Special Flood Hazard Area per FEMA’s LOMR-F.*
MLS# 26040541 - $119,600
IF IT IS A PIECE OF HEAVEN THAT YOU WANT, then look no further. This 13+ acre parcel has views and plenty of space that will give you the privacy that you want. There is underground power already on the property. Level Build pad with fantastic long range view potential. Well maintained gravel roads, light restrictions with natural boulder outcroppings throughout. Just minutes from 3 Lakes, hiking and more. 30 minutes from shopping, great restaurants and breweries. Come find your slice of heaven today!
MLS# 26042719 - $429,900
bedrooms are upstairs with great space on the main level for entertaining with formal dining room and kitchen/living room combo with island. Upgrades solid surface (granite) countertops with cultured marble in the bathrooms. Main level floors are Luxury Vinyl Plank for easy maintenance. Complete with stainless steel upgraded appliances along with large pantry. Great location between Asheville and Waynesville, close to shopping, dining and much more. Don’t miss this opportunity to live in a recently built like new home, perfect for family living with flat front and back yard. Wood fence for screening. Sit out back on the patio next to the firepit and enjoy the mountain views overlooking a pond. Restrictions apply.
MLS# 26040259 - $75,000
HOW MANY TIMES HAVE YOU WANTED A PARCEL of land close to downtown Dillsboro and Sylva that includes plenty of space to build your dream home and views. This 2.45 acre parcel has plenty of buildable possibilities. If it is exploring all over Western North Carolina that you desire, this lot is a couple minutes drive to HWY 441 that will take you to Franklin and Georgia or HWY 74 that will lead you to Bryson City and Cherokee or go east to Waynesville, Canton, Asheville, etc. Don’t let this opportunity pass you up!
26040536 - $140,000
GREAT RIVER FRONT HOMESITE in the Cullowhee River Club on the Tuck. Build your riverside dream home as the homesite is prepped & ready to go, all in walking distance to the Stone Pavilion w/ stacked stone FP along w/ a fabulous patio & firepit. Future plans for nature trails & kayak/canoe/paddle board storage. This community is growing fast & just off the backside of the Western Carolina Campus. Convenient to growing
TRANQUIL & UNRESTRICTED, 6.96 acres can be yours, surrounded by native landscape, mountain views, sounds of wildlife & wind blowing through the trees. A huge build pad & driveway are in place, half a mile from the four-lane highway. Great location between Sylva & Waynesville where there is a plethora of fun activities including shopping, dining, breweries, festivals, music, colleges, parks, hiking, lakes, waterfalls and more. Make your dream come true here at this beautiful spot.
MLS#
Bernie Gilchrist, Broker License #208314
Cell: 828-606-2900 bernie@berniegilrchrist.com
Phillip Gamble, Broker License #263120 Cell: 828-514-1950 phillip@sundogrealty.com
MLS# 26040535 - $110,000
Mark Brooks, Broker License #278536 Cell: 828-788-4456 mark@sundogrealty.com
Dale Collins, Broker License #358645 Cell: 336-847-1234 dale@sundogrealty.com
MLS# 26040546 - $140,000
Will Mayse, Broker Cell: 828-507-3841 wmaysesales@gmail.com
Alena Melton, Broker License # 362230 Cell: 828-399-0529 alena@sundogrealty.com
MLS# 26024028 - $150,000
MLS# 26042324 - $159,900
PEACEFUL, PRIVATE & UNRESTRICTED!
Build as big or small as you like! 5.55 acres bordering a cool mountain water stream. Beautiful mountain views. A huge build pad & the driveway are in place, just half a mile from the four-lane highway. Land is enriched w/ natural landscape, much of it sloped. Between Sylva & Waynesville where there are many activities including shopping, dining, breweries, theaters, music, festivals, colleges, lakes, parks, waterfalls, hikes, essentially something for everyone.
SERENE, PRIVATE & UNRESTRICTED!
13.05 acres of property enriched w/ lush native landscape, much of it sloped. Bring your camper, tiny home, single/doublewide, build whatever size home you prefer! Yearlong mountain views. A driveway & building pad have been cut in, only half a mile from the four-lane highway. A small branch borders the property at the entrance & 500+ feet of Blantons Branch is the property boundary on the northern side. Located between Sylva & Waynesville.
9.64 ACRES IN EAST ALARKA – BRYSON CITY, NC | Mountain Views & Build Sites. Discover 9.64 acres of mountain land in the desirable East Alarka community of Bryson City, NC. This property offers gentle slopes, multiple build sites, and a ridge-top location with spectacular valley views. Approximately 5.5 acres of usable land, unrestricted except for no manufactured homes. Perfect for a single dream home or multiple residences. Well and septic needed. Conveniently located 6.5 miles from downtown Bryson City, close to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Fontana Lake, and Nantahala Outdoor Center. Enjoy privacy, flexibility, and breathtaking scenery—ideal for your mountain retreat or investment property.
COME SEE THESE INCREDIBLE VIEWS on this unrestricted 20.14 acres. Slope analysis has been completed, you can get up to 4 single family homes or it could be a great campground! It’s a blank canvas with logging roads to the top. Close to downtown Sylva. This unique & private 20+ acres is calling your name!
MLS# 26042823 - $49,900
READY TO BUILD LOT IN SUNDROPS ON CANEY FORK! Only available lot w/ a 360-degree view. Overlooking Caney Fork Creek & the sprawling meadow, near the gated entrance. Community provides water, trash pickup, gate & road maintenance, an infinity pool, hot tub, workout room, a community garden, orchard, walking trails & access to private areas of Caney Fork Creek for fishing & tubing. Priced below tax value!
YOUR RIVER ESCAPE IS HERE, just bring your tool belt & make your own dreams come true with a blank canvas. Cottage was damaged in Hurricane Helene, interior has been mitigated and is ready for someone to take over or tear down & start over. House on Piers, the supportive piers will need new footings to secure the home. Wood Pelet stove is in outstanding condition. Convenient to SECC, WCU, shopping, grocery, restaurants, breweries & arts & crafts!
CHARMING STUDIO CABIN NEAR DOWNTOWN BRYSON CITY! Escape to this cozy studio cabin nestled on 0.33 acres, just 2.4 miles from downtown Bryson City. Perfect for a mountain getaway, this property boasts a brand-new hot tub for relaxing evenings under the stars and a new HVAC system for year-round comfort. With its prime location, this cabin offers excellent potential as a successful vacation rental. Enjoy easy access to local dining, shopping, and outdoor adventures while savoring the peace and privacy of your own retreat. Don’t miss this opportunity to own a slice of the Smokies—ideal for personal use or as an income-generating investment!
MLS# 26041589 - $174,900
LOOKING FOR A GREAT LOCATION just minutes from town? Then come build your home on 1.41 Acres in the established Toy Cove Community. Gently sloping build site nestled in the forest. Private, with only a couple homes nearby. Enjoy all the NC Mountains has to offer by living centrally to all activities.
RARE OPPORTUNITY to purchase on of the last large lake front properties on Wolf Lake. Wolf Lake is a very special, low density lake as a large portion of the lake is surrounded by 12, 000 +/- acres of U.S. Forestry. This property jets out into the lake & creates a unique peninsula with 1400+/- Lake Frontage.
WATERFRONT LOT W/ YEAR-ROUND VIEWS of the mountains in an upscale community. Walking distance to WCU. Dream of fishing, paddling or tubing from your own backyard! Have coffee w/ nature in the morning from your deck overlooking the Tuck! Nearby are lakes for boating, trails for hiking, colleges for both cultural & sporting events.
MLS# 26043015 - 197,000
MLS# 26042969 - $165,000
MLS# 26040010 - $249,900
Nestled
MLS# 26030727 - $899,000
