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I have been truly blessed to live right here in The Great Smoky Mountains all my life, and I must say, there’s no place I would rather live. Although there are places that have more “bells & whistles,” I’m always reminded of how lucky I am to call The Smokies “home” when I look around at the natural beauty that surrounds me every day!

If you love waking up each morning to spectacular views, then The Smokies are the right destination for you! There’s just about any type of property you can imagine: mountain views, creek or riverfront properties, waterfalls, rolling pastureland, golf course properties, retirement community living...it’s all available here in these beautiful mountains!

So as you look throughout the pages of our latest issue, take time to contact one of the real estate professionals featured in this guide. If any of the property types listed above are what you’re looking for, they’ll help you find the perfect home to fit your needs & desires. Once you’ve found them, let them know you found them in The Real Estate Buyer’s Guide!

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#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.

LEGACY LEGACY DEVELOPMENT DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY OPPORTUNITY

240 ac for $1,250,000

240± acres of premier mountain development opportunity

Special Declarant Rights included with the sale

Flexible mix of developed, undeveloped & unrestricted acreage

Potential for phased development and premium view homesites

Elevations approaching 4,000 feet with long-range mountain vistas

Established gated community with significant infrastructure already

Existing paved roads, underground utilities & high-speed internet Minutes from Bryson City, Fontana Lake & Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Dramatic natural amenities, including waterfalls, creeks & preserved green space

Rare opportunity to reimagine and complete a legacy mountain community

MOUNTAIN CHARM MEETS MODERN COMFORT

1105 Falls View Dr

MLS #26047402 | $950,000

Year-round Views in The Falls, a gated community

3 BR | 3.5 BA | 2,900 sq ft

Open Game/Media Room

Multiple Decks, NEW Landscaping

Lot 23 Azalea Creek Rd
Lot 68 Falls View Dr
Lot 47 Falls View Dr

Brandi Hollifield, Broker/REALTOR®

Good Life Real Estate Co. | Real Broker, LLC (828) 736-3863

Brandihollifieldrealestate@gmail.com

128 HUMMINGBIRD LANE • ALMOND

• $514,500

2 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | 1.13 Acres | 1564 SF | ML S#26047483

Lake Access, Log home. Wraparound porch. This charming mountain retreat features soaring vaulted ceilings, an abundance of windows that fill the home with natural light, and a warm, inviting fireplace perfect for cozy evenings. Spacious bedrooms with ensuites. A detached 2-car garage provides plenty of space for vehicles, boats, kayaks, and other outdoor gear. Located in a community with lake access for launching your boat, or kayaks and paddleboards.

356 WALNUT COVE RIDGE • BRYSON CITY

• $775,000

3 Bedrooms | 2.5 Bathrooms | 1 Bonus Room | 2,000+ SF | 2.28 acres | MLS #26046922

Mountain views meet mountain charm in this inviting 1.5-story log home. The main level offers a spacious primary suite and cozy living area with a gas log fireplace, while the upper level features two additional bedrooms and a full bath. The lower level includes a large recreation space, dining area, half bath, and bonus room. Enjoy your outdoor oasis with a hot tub, fire pit, swing, and grilling area—all perfectly positioned to take in the views. 1-car garage with EV charger. Sold fully furnished!

$750,000

MLS 26046630 - This 2 + acre property is an operating rafting company & ready for you to re-brand & run as you see fit. Enjoy fun summers & time off in winter, or just enjoy the mountain lifestyle in Nantahala Gorge. Located within one of WNCs most heavily visited outdoor destinations—drawing hundreds of thousands of visitors annually for whitewater rafting, kayaking, hiking & scenic travel—this property is uniquely suited for both commercial & recreational use.

MLS 26040919 - Over 700 feet of creek frontage on this 11

$824,000

where this custom-built residence captures long-range views stretching from the Snowbird Mountains into Tennessee. The two-story main LR sets the tone w/ soaring ceilings, a dramatic wall of windows & an elegant FP. The open, vaulted layout flows throughout the home, complemented by abundant storage & an executive master suite designed. Outdoor living shines here as well w/ generous deck & patio spaces. The community offers trails, common areas & pickleball courts, & the surrounding region is rich w/ opportunities for whitewater, hiking, fishing & cycling.

MLS 26044226 - Nestled in the heart of the Nantahala fly-fishing region, this 3.77-acre property offers exceptional versatility — ideal as a primary residence, fishing

MLS 26036465 - A rare find in Nantahala Gorge- useable creekside acreage minutes from NOC & other attractions. 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.

- Enjoy multiple buildable areas on nearly five acres w/ a well & roads in place & massive views from every part of the property. Additional acreage & 4 ridge-top lots available w/ this listing.

Franklin’s Most Unique Home

A custom barndominium on 2.45 rolling acres in the heart of downtown with soaring 13 to 15 ft ceilings, a 1,000 sq/ft covered porch, hot tub, dual outdoor cooking areas, fire pit, and a dedicated spa room with sauna and red light therapy. Every system runs on natural gas, a 22K Generac generator keeps the lights on through any mountain weather, and sweeping views of a horse pasture stretch toward the horizon, all within walking distance of Main Street and Lazy Hiker Brewery. MLS# 26047374.

Seller is a licensed NC Real Estate Broker.

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MLS 26045251 Nestled within Town Mountain Estates on a 0.46 acre lot, less than 5 minutes from town, offering a perfect blend of convenience, privacy & mountain charm. Enjoy mountain views & evening around the fire pit or soaking in the hot tub. A large wraparound deck featuring

Alarka Creek Farmstead. Surrounded by creek on
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Waterfall Hollow. Is it your dream to live in a barn up in the mountains? We have it. Beautiful creek just off the deck & across the road is a waterfall & several springs. Original structure is a barn, not sure of the age, living quarters were converted in 1976. Upper level has been converted to charming living space. $220,000. MLS 26047725

combination of location, visibility & versatility. Situated in town & directly across from SECU & the Senior Center, this property boasts excellent commercial potential with no zoning restrictions. $299,000. MLS 26042279 • Secluded 3.5 acre lot with beautiful mountain views. This property has 2 springs. Would make a great spot for an off the grid home. $49,000. MLS 26042980

• Feel as if you are on the top of the world. 24 ridge-top acres w/ beautiful views in Walnut Cove, w/ winding roads & beautiful homes. Great opportunity. 6 house pads are in. Minimal lot size is 2 acres. $349,000. MLS 26046798

The Honey Farm in Brush Creek. Well maintained double wide w/ a screened porch. Nice stream. The honey house is a stick build structure that honey was sold from. The house has electricity & gas heat, no water, BA, etc. The yards are rolling & beautiful, lots of native flora & some beautiful planted roses. $269,000. MLS 26047255
Creek side 2-story

1887 MONTEITH BRANCH. SYLVA - 44.5-acre mtn property offering year-round views & extensive infrastructure already in place. Just minutes from downtown & highway access. Creek borders property along Monteith Branch. 4 ac +/- fenced for animals. Underground electric installed, 4 potential homesites, 1 cleared & build-ready w/ 3BR septic system in the ground. Natural spring on property that produces 3 gallon per minute. Call today for more info! MLS 26046691

65 SAVANNAH VIEW LANE. SYLVA - 4.46 UNRESTRICTED acres in the mtns of WNC w/ a beautiful winter view & potential for year-round views w/ selective clearing. This private wooded tract offers a steep right-of-way leading to a house pad. Located between Franklin & Sylva.

CARDINAL BLUFF SUBDIVISION - WHITTIER. 5 lots on Cardinal Bluff Drive ranging from 2+ acres to 8+ acres. Septic permits in place. Panoramic mountain view. House sites in place. 1500 SF minimum. Priced from $125,000-$175,000. Call Judy today for restriction info and lot pricing.

POSEY BLANTON ROAD. SYLVA - Discover privacy, views & opportunity w/ this stunning UNRESTRICTED 11-acre mtn property in Sylva. Perched along a gorgeous ridge line, this unique parcel has the potential for three separate house sites. This property captures breathtaking long-range mountain views facing Balsam Mt, with plenty of space to create your dream retreat. Enjoy cool mountain breezes, peaceful surroundings, and the natural beauty Western North Carolina is known for. MLS 26046646

2094 FISHER CREEK ROAD. SYLVA - 0.71 level UNRESTRICTED acres with a single wide. Next door to PINNACLE PARK, this property has beautiful sunset views with rushing Fisher Creek bordering the rear of the property. This beautiful west facing property features mature trees, peaceful water frontage, and easy access from a state-maintained paved road, offering both natural charm and everyday convenience. Listed at $215,000 - Call Judy 631.905.9689 for more information.

BRYSON CITY

BRYSON CIT Y

Tammy Williams

CHEROKEE

Lauren Raper

ROBBINSVILLE

Pam Shaffer

Tammy Williams

NMLS# 754853

828-488-5051

NMLS# 7 54853 828-488- 1168

NMLS# 1914290 828-488-5040

Lisa Wiggins NM L S # 7 5 485 2 828-497-3734

Pam Shaffer

NMLS# 754852 828-497-3225

NMLS# 7 54848 828-479-3037

Lisa Wiggins NMLS# 754848 828-479-7501

Becky Reeves NMLS# 7 54847 82 8-631-9166

Tim Eller

NMLS# 2260337

NMLS# 754837 828-479-3037

NMLS# 1786736

• 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

& Waynesville. Flat front & back yard. Wood fence for screening. Patio next to the firepit w/ pond. Restrictions apply.

1BR/1BA ON 5+ ACRES w/

MLS#26047550 - $475,000

MLS# 26046850 - $415,000

31+ UNRESTRICTED ACRES! Three separate pins, three new surveys. Driveways & build pads in place on all lots. Serene, private & lush w/ native landscape. Year long mtn views. Walk the new meandering trail down to 500 ft of frontage on Blanton Branch. Bring your camper, tiny home, single/doublewide or build a mansion in the sky. Located between Sylva & Waynesville where there is a mecca of fun for all. This dream of a property is why people flock to the NC Mountains.

TUCKED AWAY in a private setting, this inviting 2BR/2.5BA sits on 2.67 usable acres w/ a peaceful creek, light HOA restrictions & room for farm animals. Inside, the open floor plan & main-level living create an easy flow for everyday living & entertaining. A cozy woodstove brings warmth & charm. The finished daylight basement expands your living space with a bonus room, abundant storage & walk-out ac-

NESTLED IN THE DESIRABLE DILLSBORO AREA, this well-cared-for home offers the perfect lend of privacy, space, & convenience in the heart of Western NC. The home features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, & a versatile den/office space. The layout is functional & inviting, w/ generous living areas, ample storage throughout, & a large deck. The basement includes a large private bonus room w/ cabinetry, countertop, & sink (no range). It also has its own full BA. City water & sewer add to the home’s convenience & reliability. Located in a quiet, private setting near river access.

BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED 3BR/1.5BA IN FOREST HILLS community of Cullowhee. Located just 5 minutes from WCU & the local recreation center. Thoughtfully furnished by a professional interior designer, the home is truly move-in ready. Recent updates include a brand-new HVAC system installed in 2025. There’s an attached two-car garage & a detached shed for tools or hobbies. The shaded lot features lovely garden areas and easy-to-maintain landscaping, creating a serene outdoor setting without the upkeep.

CHARMING BRICK RANCHER, move-in ready & turnkey, w/ mountain views! Nestled on a corner lot among mature wooded properties, this upgraded home offers privacy w/ the gentle sound of a babbling brook across the road, just minutes from downtown(s) of Sylva & Dillsboro. Main-level living w/ flat entry; updates include fresh paint, a standing-seam metal roof, bamboo & HW floors, upgraded PEX plumbing, 2 fully renovated high-end BAs & a newer HVAC system. Seller to pay $5,000 closing costs.

great living/dining area. 2 BRs on the main level. Private patio w/ natural screening. Wrap around decks. Great primary home w/ easy access to highway or great rental investment. Dillsoboro is just across the bridge. Easy access to the Tuckasegee River! Comes fully furnished right down to the silverware!

WELCOME TO EASY MOUNTAIN LIVING in the desirable Balsam area. Set on a level 0.61-acre lot, this well-maintained 3BR/2BA home offers the rare combination of flat, usable land & quick access to everything you need. Inside, the layout is both functional & flexible, featuring a comfortable living space & a bonus area. Situated next to a family farm, & thoughtful landscaping already in place, this property is as practical as it is appealing.

completely redone also, w/ a downstairs bed/ BA/living area & workshop/storage area. Located in the city limits of Bryson City the main house has 4BR/2.5BA on the original HW floors. B Street has 2 beds & a BA upstairs. The lower level was a three car garage turned into living/storage areas.

yard w/ a spacious flat side yard. Proudly built by Melton Masonry & Construction, this home reflects the quality craftsmanship, attention to detail & commitment to excellence that define every project we build. WELCOME HOME to this beautifully updated 3BR/ 2BA doublewide nestled in a private setting in the heart of Whittier, NC. Conveniently located w/ easy access to nearby towns. Step inside to discover a bright, inviting interior featuring fresh paint, durable LVP flooring throughout & a refreshed KIT. The open-concept living & dining areas create a comfortable space for gathering, while the split-BR floor plan provides added privacy for the primary suite.

TWO HOMES on one flat, unrestricted piece of property! Well maintained & furnished mobile homes less than 1/4 mile from 2800-acre United States Forest Service tract. A lovely stream borders the property w/ multiple storage areas/sheds. Nice decks & porches on both homes. Great full-time homes or rentals, ready to move in!

THIS 3.11-ACRE MOUNTAINTOP LOT offers stunning panoramic views, including Mount Lyn Lowry along the Blue Ridge Parkway. Located at

THIS 3BR/2.5BA HOME features a thoughtfully designed layout. The main level includes a kitchen, dining room, and breakfast area, perfect for everyday living. Just a few steps up, the cozy living room boasts a wood-burning FP, huge windows & access to a spacious deck. The basement provides extra storage space, washer/dryer hookups, and access to the garage, with an additional deck just off the garage area.

MLS# 26037621 - $169,900

FANTASTIC 5.13 VACANT HOMESITE in WNC with higher, cooler elevations, great build pad with buffer, winter views of the mountains, small waterfall located at base of property. RV’s are generally not permitted unless a house is under construction. Property borders National Forest for hiking, hunting & much more. Protective Covenants & Restrictions apply, 2000 SF for minimum house build, 500 SF for minimum for guest house build. Public boat launch just across the lake.

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, an infinity pool, hot tub, workout room, community garden, orchard, walking trails & access to private areas of Caney Fork Creek.

MLS# 26047780 - $162,000

DISCOVER THE BEAUTY & POTENTIAL of this exceptional 26.03-acre tract in the heart of WNC. Featuring multiple potential homesites, this property offers the perfect opportunity to create a private mountain estate, family retreat, or investment property. Mature hardwoods provide a picturesque setting & a sense of established natural beauty throughout the land. Conveniently located just off US-441 on Leon Barron Road, you’ll enjoy privacy & accessibility.

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 Cullowhee community & just minutes to Historic Downtown Sylva. Enjoy world class Fly Fishing or float the Tuck. MLS# 26046794 - $225,000

THIS LOT IN GARNET RIDGE HAS IT ALL. The gated community has great mountain views, surrounded by national forest & a creek. There’s a pond, waterfall, a clubhouse w/ fireplaces, meeting rooms, saunas, showers, kitchen & coffee bar. Close by are Dillsboro, Sylva, Franklin, Bryson City & Cherokee.

MLS# 26041210 - $438,000

LOT 3 OSPREY MOUNTAIN features an elevated West & Southwest panorama overlooking the town of Webster. Cleared homesite; 3BR septic; well permit; underground utility; ideal for a walkout basement or multi-story home. Includes Tuckasegee River frontage. Abundance of HW trees & mountain laurel. Conveniently located within 4 miles of Sylva, Dillsboro & Cullowhee, & is unrivaled in its proximity to local amenities & mountain top seclusion & views.

MLS# 26040535 - $110,000

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.

THIS LARGE, UNRESTRICTED PIECE OF LAND has varied build possibilities. One is lake front on Cedar Cliff Lake, densely wooded & sloped, private & easy access by a well-maintained private road. Another is lake view, from the knob, the original old homeplace, on the right off Canada Road. The third buildable area is on the left from Canada Road, an acre area that was the flat garden spot. All sold together, near Bear & Wolf Lakes.

MLS# 26040546 - $140,000

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.

by 12, 000 +/- acres of U.S. Forestry. This property jets out into the lake & creates a unique peninsula with 1400+/- Lake Frontage.

MLS# 26046830 - $375,000

BEAR LAKE RESERVE

MLS# 26047278 - $1,500,000
MLS# 26047423 - $75,000
FABULOUS CUSTOM HOME SITE in gorgeous Bear Lake Reserve w/ your choice of build sites. Build on a Flat Crown & be nestled in the forest or build closer to the lake & get the lake views, your choice on the
NESTLED ON A PRIVATE COVE of Bear Creek Lake , “The Mustard Seed” is an Arts & Crafts–style lakefront retreat w/ long-range vistas & direct water access. Main level living includes a large family room, screened porch & expansive wraparound decks on both levels w/ panoramic views of the lake & Cedar Cliff rock outcropping. 3BR/3BA plus an
loft/office w/ inspiring lake views. Shared dock for boat, kayaks & toys. Furnishings negotiable;
includes boat, kayaks & paddle board.

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Whether you’re buying or selling real estate in Western North Carolina, our local agents and their 75+ years of combined experience in WNC are here to help you make the right choices. No matter what your goals are — buying or selling a home, sub-dividing an estate, or finding the perfect piece of mountain land — we’re here to help. www.SundogRealty.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

Shelly White, Broker/Assistant to Bernie Gilchrist  License #321380 Cell: 252-333-7515 shelly.white@sundogrealty.com

Mark Brooks, Broker License #278536 Cell: 828-788-4456 mark@sundogrealty.com

Will Mayse, Broker Cell: 828-507-3841 wmaysesales@gmail.com

Dale Collins, Broker License #358645

Cell: 336-847-1234 dale@sundogrealty.com

Alena Melton, Broker

License # 362230

Cell: 828-399-0529 alena@sundogrealty.com

Our experienced real estate agents are ready to help you make the most of your time in the mountains of Western North Carolina. Whether you’re from out of town and looking for the perfect vacation home, or a local resident keeping a close eye on the market and aiming to resituate, we’re ready to work for you.

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