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10288 Lower Alarka Rd, Bryson City, NC 28713
About this home
This unique, one-of-a-kind rustic cabin on over 13 acres, just 4.5 miles from downtown, offers a private, unrestricted retreat. This property has 2 unique features: a massive rock formation INSIDE with your own personal stream that comes to life during rainfall. And a tower that provides views of nature and the surrounding mountains. This cabin is a blend of old-world charm with modern amenities. Inside, two woodstoves add warmth, one in the dining area set amongst a beautiful rock wall. A large workshop/garage, canning shed, chicken coop and garden area cater to various outdoor needs. Rolling acreage perfect for additional homesites, this property is ideal for homesteading. Easy, paved year-round access ensures convenience. Whether you're a prepper, investor or simply love rustic living, this home is a dream come true, offering a timeless escape with modern comforts and tons of possibilities. Cabin needs some preventative maintenance. Is being sold AS-IS! Being sold furnished!
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Sale history for 10288 Lower Alarka Rd
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$212/sq ft
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$119/sq ft
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Tax history for 10288 Lower Alarka Rd
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
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Property details
Parking
- Parking Information
- Main Level Garage Y/N: 0
- Parking Features: Driveway, Other - See Remarks
Interior
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- Bedroom Information
- # of Bedrooms: Upper: 2
- # of Bedrooms: Main: 0
- # of Bedrooms: 2
- Bathroom Information
- # of Half Baths: Upper: 1
- # of Full Baths: Main: 1
- # of Full Baths (Total): 1
- # of Half Baths (Total): 1
- Laundry Room Information
- Laundry Features: Main Level
- Fireplace Information
- Has Fireplace
- Fireplace Features: Kitchen, Living Room, Wood Burning Stove
- Heating & Cooling
- Heating Information: Ductless, Wood Stove
- Cooling Information: Ceiling Fan(s), Ductless
- Sq. Ft. Unheated Total: 54
- Sq. Ft. Unheated Upper: 54
- Interior Features
- Room Count: 7
- Interior Features: Kitchen Island
- Appliances: Dryer, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring: Concrete
Exterior
- Building Information
- Construction Type: Site Built
- Construction Materials: Stone, Wood
- Roof: Metal
- Exterior Features
- Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Porch
- Property Information
- Property Type: Residential
- Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
- Other Structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s), Workshop, Other - See Remarks
- Zoning Specification: R
- Lot Information
- Lot Features: Hilly, Level, Private, Rolling Slope, Sloped, Steep Slope, Wooded
- Lot Size Area: 13.02
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Elevation: 1500
- Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
- Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
- Utility Information
- Water Source: Spring
- Sewer: Septic Installed
Location
- Multi-Unit Information
- Restrictions: No Restrictions
- HOA Information
- HOA Subject To Dues: No
- HOA Subject To: None
- School Information
- Elementary School: Unspecified
- Middle Or Junior High School: Unspecified
- High School: Unspecified
- Location Information
- Directions: US 19S to Lower Alarka, property is on your left, driveway comes up fast around the curve and easy to miss.
Public facts
- Beds: 2
- Baths: 1.0
- Sq. Ft.: 988
- Stories: 1.0
- Lot Size: 13.02 acres
- Style: Single Family Residential
- Year Built: 1965
- Year Renovated: 1980
- County: Swain County
- APN: 666209264846
Other
- Auction Information
- Is Auction: 0
- Listing Information
- Exception YN: 0
- Home Information
- Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 1768
- Living Area: 1768
- Above Grade Finished Area: 1,768
- Sq. Ft. Upper: 709
- Sq. Ft. Third: 0
- Sq. Ft. Main: 1059
- Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
- Second Living Quarters Heated Living Area: 0
- Foundation Details: Slab
- Levels: One and One Half
Around this home
Schools
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 3.3mi
Public K-12 • Assigned • 3.5mi
Lifestyle
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Climate risks
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
7 days above 95° expected this year, 22 days in 30 years
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
6 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years
Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.
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