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Balsam Mountain Preserve
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$2.5M

$2,500,000

Sold: $2,300,000-8%

85 Back Bone Way

3Beds
3Baths
2,760Sq Ft
2007Built

About This Property

This Property Has Been Sold

This property sold 4 months ago and is no longer available for purchase.

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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.

Quick Facts

Time on Site

8 months ago

Property Type

Residential

Year Built

2007

Price/Sq.Ft.

$906

Property Details
Bedrooms:
3
Bathrooms:
3
Living Area:
2,760 SqFt
Sub-Type:
SingleFamilyResidence
Schools
Elementary:
Scotts Creek
Middle:
Scotts Creek
High:
Smoky Mountain
School assignments may change. Contact the school district to confirm.

Features & Amenities

Location & Map

Address

85 Back Bone Way, Sylva, NC 28779

Community

Balsam Mountain Preserve

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Additional Information

Utilities

Sewer
  • Septic Installed
Utilities
  • Fiber Optics
Water Source
  • Well

Lot And Land

Lot Features
  • Paved
  • Private
  • Views
  • Other - See Remarks
Lot Size Units
Acres
Horse Amenities
  • Equestrian Facilities

Agent Contacts

Listing Agent
Listing agent: Stefanie Conley (828-421-0399)
Listing Office
Listing provided courtesy of: Keller Williams Great Smokies (828-926-5155)
Request Showing
  • Palmetto Park Realty Team Fort Mill: 803.548.6123
Source Identification
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Interior Details

Heating
  • Central
  • Electric
  • Heat Pump
  • Propane
  • Radiant Floor
Flooring
  • Carpet
  • Tile
  • Wood
Sq Ft Main
1566
Room Count
1
Sq Ft Lower
0
Sq Ft Third
0
Sq Ft Upper
0
Sq Ft Garage
244
Bedroom Main
1
Full Bath Main
1
Half Bath Main
1
Door Features
  • Insulated Door(s)
Half Bathrooms
2
Bedroom Basement
2
Total Bathrooms
5
Window Features
  • Insulated Window(s)
Full Bath Basement
2
Half Bath Second L Q
1
Laundry Features
  • Mud Room
  • Main Level
Interior Features
  • Attic Other
  • Garden Tub
  • Open Floorplan
  • Split Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Wet Bar
Main Level Garage Y N
1
Sq Ft Unheated Total
0
Fireplace Features
  • Living Room
  • Outside
  • Porch
  • Wood Burning
Sq Ft Total Property H L A
3012
Sq Ft Second Living Quarters H L A
252

Exterior Features

Roof
  • Metal
  • Wood
  • Other - See Remarks
Construction Materials
  • Cedar Shake
  • Wood
Patio And Porch Features
  • Covered
  • Deck
  • Front Porch
  • Screened

Parking And Garage

Parking Features
  • Attached Garage

Waterfront And View

View
  • Long Range
  • Year Round

Financial Information

City Taxes Paid To
Sylva
H O A Subject To Dues
Mandatory

Dwelling And Structure

Architectural Style
  • Rustic

Basement And Foundation

Basement
  • Bath/Stubbed
  • Exterior Entry
  • Finished
  • Interior Entry
  • Storage Space
Foundation Details
  • Basement

Zoning And Restrictions

Zoning Specification
R E S

Square Footage And Levels

Levels
  • One
Above Grade Finished Area
1566
Below Grade Finished Area
1194

Additional C A R Information

Assumable
No
Auction Y N
0
C C R Subject To
Yes
Owner Agent Y N
0
Restrictions
  • Architectural Review
  • Building
  • Deed
  • Height
  • Livestock Restriction
  • Short Term Rental Allowed
  • Signage
  • Square Feet
  • Subdivision
  • Other - See Remarks
Deed Reference
2283/1863
Plat Book Slide
15/162
Association Email
Construction Type
Site Built
Attribution Contact
Mls Major Change Type
Closed
Second Living Quarters
  • Exterior Connected
  • Separate Entrance
Down Payment Resource Y N
0
Attribution Type Listing
List Agent Email
Green Verification Count
0
Syndicate Participation
Participant Options
Association Annual Expense
7780.00
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