Located at over 3,000 feet in elevation within the gated Cullowhee Forest community in Cullowhee, this 8.5+ acre parcel offers a rare opportunity to build a private mountain retreat with long-range views, a natural knoll homesite, and refreshingly cool summer temperatures. The generous lot size ensures privacy and flexibility for a custom home, outbuildings, or terraced outdoor spaces, while the community provides the very best in mountain living, including quiet, wooded roads, deeded access to the West Fork of the Tuckasegee River, and the 75-foot Hatcher Falls for serene exploration. High-speed fiber-optic internet adds modern convenience amid the tranquil setting. This property seamlessly blends lifestyle and convenience, with nearby dining, entertainment, and recreation at The Local, Happ’s Place, Lake Glenville’s Pines Recreation Area, or the state-of-the-art Jackson County Aquatic Center. Cashiers and Sylva are each 30 minutes away, offering additional shopping, dining, and cultural experiences. Year-round access enhances its appeal, with Asheville’s regional airport about 90 minutes away, commuter service available from the Jackson County Airport in Sylva, and major hubs including Atlanta, Charlotte, and Greenville all reachable within two to three hours by car. Perfect for a secluded retreat, a full-time mountain residence, or a custom vacation home, this parcel provides the canvas for a lifestyle defined by privacy, natural beauty, and outdoor enjoyment. Seasonal foliage, crisp mountain air, and sweeping vistas create a serene backdrop for year-round living, all within a gated, community-oriented setting designed to highlight the very best of Western North Carolina mountain living.
Vacant landProperty Type
8.79 acresLot Size
$11,381Price/Acres
Listed by Daniel Allen• Silver Creek Real Estate Group, Inc.
Bought with Ronald Hensley• Landmark Realty Group - Frank Allen, Cashiers
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
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Lot size
8.79 Acres
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Vacant Land
County
Jackson County
APN
7555-78-1329
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Last updated by owner on Apr 24, 2026.
Property details
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: None
Property Features
Waterfront Features: Waterfront Access
Has View
Security Features: Gated Community
Property Information
Property Type: Land
Property Sub Type: Unimproved Land
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Unimproved Land
Land Information
Topography: Rolling
Lot Information
Lot Features: Sloped, Native Plants, Private, Many Trees, Secluded, Views, Wooded, Rolling Slope, Steep Slope
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Lot Size : 8.79
Lot Size Area: 8.79
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 8.79
Zoning Description: Residential
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $233
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: None
Utilities: Electricity Available, Other, See Remarks, Water Not Available
Location
HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Amenities: Gated
Association Fee: $1,050
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Derived Association Fee (Monthly): $87.50
Location Information
Directions: From the Cashiers Crossroads, take US 107 North; turn left on Pine Creek Road; turn right on Cullowhee Mountain Road; turn right on Stewart Road and stay right to Cullowhee Forest gate/Cullowhee Forest Road. Lot is approximately 2.4 miles on the left, not quite to Mt. Admire Road. There is a red tape marker at the start of a trail that leads to the top. Alternately, from the Cashiers Crossroads, take US 107 North for approximately 8.8 miles; turn left on Cullowhee Forest Road and proceed through 2 gates. Lot is approximately 2.4 miles on the right, a little past Mt. Admire Road. There is a red tape marker at the start of a trail that leads to the top.
Subdivision Name: Cullowhee Forest
Community Information
Community Features: Park, Gated
Public facts
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Lot Size: 8.79 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Jackson County
APN: 7555-78-1329
Home facts updated by county records on Apr 24, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: HighlandsCashiersBoardOfRealtors
Around this home
Schools
Cullowhee Valley School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 5.7mi
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Jackson County Early College
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 9.6mi
9/10
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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
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 91° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
6 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Cullowhee, NC • 28723
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in
June and 4.6 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.