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868 Cabin Flats Road

Balsam, NC 28707

Active 69 days on market Listing ID CAR 302723949

$335,000

Est. $1,926/mo See my rate

$264/Sq Ft

2 bd · 2 ba · 1,271 sqft · $264/sqft

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,271 Sq Ft
$264/Sq Ft
1967 Built
.30 acres Single Family Residence Listed May 19, 2026 Updated Jun 7, 2026 HOA None

About This Home

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.

Property Details

Interior Details

Heating
  • Central
  • Propane
Flooring
  • Tile
  • Vinyl
Sqftmain
1271
Roomcount
3
Sqftlower
0
Sqftthird
0
Sqftupper
0
Bedroommain
2
Fullbathmain
2
Halfbathmain
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Total Bathrooms
3
Laundry Features
  • Utility Room
Mainlevelgarageyn
0
Sqftunheatedtotal
0
Fireplace Features
  • Gas Log
Sqfttotalpropertyhla
1271

Square Footage And Levels

Levels
  • One
Above Grade Finished Area
1271
Below Grade Finished Area
0

Parking And Garage

Parking Features
  • Driveway

Exterior Features

Roof
  • Metal
Construction Materials
  • Wood
Patio And Porch Features
  • Front Porch
  • Rear Porch

Lot And Land

Fencing
  • Fenced
Lot Features
  • Cleared
Lot Size Acres
0.3
Lot Size Units
Acres

Basement And Foundation

Foundation Details
  • Crawl Space

Utilities

Sewer
  • Septic Installed
Utilities
  • Propane
Water Source
  • Well

Financial Information

Citytaxespaidto
No City Taxes Paid

Zoning And Restrictions

Zoningspecification
None

Listed by Benjamin Womack (828-243-3366) · RE/MAX Executive (828-564-9393)

Location

Address
868 Cabin Flats Road
City
Balsam, NC 28707
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Schools

Elementary
Unspecified
Middle
Unspecified
High
Unspecified

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