Spectacular lake view from covered porch of this custom log home. All the privacy & seclusion that anyone could ask for. Open floor plan on main. Huge loft bedroom & bath with room for office. Floor-to-ceiling FP w/windows to enjoy the great view. Lower level daylight basement w/large windows & outside access. Just waiting for you & your finishing touches. Room for extra bath, a couple of bedrooms and large common room. An outstanding price for a great Fontana Lake Estates residence.
Single-familyProperty Type
2005Year Built
5.88 acresLot Size
$285Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Sharon Chilson• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Great Smokys Realty
Contact: sharonK@4smokys.com
Bought with Sharon Stovall• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Great Smokys Realty
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Walk-in Closet(s)
Window Features: Insulated Window(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Log, Stone
Roof: Metal
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Waterfront Information
Waterfront Features: Lake
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Zoning: R-1
Zoning Specification: R-1
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 5.88
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 5.88
Elevation: 3000
Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Gravel, Paved
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Community Well
Sewer: Septic Installed
Location
School Information
Elementary School: West Swain
Middle Or Junior High School: Swain
High School: Swain
Location Information
Directions: From Bryson City, take US 74W to MP 61 and go right on Hipsher Cove Road. Go thru gate & follow main road approx 3.5 miles & turn right on Fontana Ridge Rd. Follow up mountain curving to the right. See sign and 545 on the left.
Community Information
Community Features: Gated, Walking Trails
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,529
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 5.88 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2000
Year Renovated: 2000
County: Swain County
APN: 664202677660
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
Other
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 1
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 2343
Living Area: 2343
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,529
Below Grade Finished Area: 814
Sq. Ft. Upper: 437
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1092
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Building Area Total: 2343
Levels: One and One Half
Security Features: Security System
Team Information
List Office AOR: CAROLINA SMOKIES ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS INC
Around this home
Schools
Swain County West Elementary
Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.1mi
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Swain County Middle School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 5.8mi
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Cherokee Extension High School
Public K-12 • Assigned • 6.0mi
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
5/10 Air Factor
6 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.