Discover 2.6 beautiful acres for sale on Watia Road in Bryson City! This UNRESTRICTED mountain property features gentle, rolling terrain with multiple ideal spots to build your dream cabin, tiny home, mobile home, or even park your RV. Mountain views could be possible depending on where you build on the property. Enjoy easy paved access directly from the road, making it simple for you and your guests to come and go year-round. The land’s excellent topography offers flexibility for various build sites, all surrounded by the natural beauty of Western North Carolina. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the location—just minutes to Fontana Lake, Tsali Recreation Area, and the Nantahala Gorge, offering world-class hiking, mountain biking, fishing, and whitewater adventures. If you’re seeking a versatile, easily accessible mountain property close to Bryson City’s best attractions, this outdoor lover’s paradise is waiting for you!
Vacant landProperty Type
2.6 acresLot Size
$15,000Price/Acres
Listed by Megan Cookston• Yellow Rose Real Estate LLC
Contact: megan@yellowroserealty.com
Bought with Heather Chambers• Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks
Possible Use: Development, Multi-Family, Private Estate, Recreational, Residential, Subdevelopment
Lot Information
Lot Features: Hilly, Private, Rolling Slope, Sloped, Wooded, Views
Lot Size Area: 2.6
Lot Size Units: Acres
Elevation: 2000
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: State Road
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well Needed
Sewer: Septic Needed
Utilities: None
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Restrictions: N/A
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: West Swain
Middle Or Junior High School: Swain
High School: Swain
Location Information
Directions: Highway 74 West to 28 North. Drive over the bridge and turn left onto Watia Rd. The land is approx 1.7 miles on the right. See sign. If you reach 1784, you've gone too far.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 2.68 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Swain County
APN: 663100769768
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 19, 2026
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Listing Information
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Around this home
Schools
Swain County West Elementary
Public K-5 • Assigned • 5.0mi
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Swain County Middle School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 8.2mi
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Cherokee Extension High School
Public K-12 • Assigned • 8.3mi
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
3% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 22 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, 7 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Bryson City, NC • 28713
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Sun exposure
87/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 30% for direct sun exposure in Bryson City. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.