Riverfront and full of charm, this beautifully built 3-bedroom, 2-bath cabin is in excellent condition and ready to be your perfect home away from home. Owned by the original family who had it built, it has been lovingly cared for and well maintained over the years. Nestled in a wooded, private setting with a gentle elevation overlooking and listening to the beautiful Hiwassee River, this property offers nearly 2 acres of peace and privacy. Step inside to soaring cathedral ceilings and large windows that bring the outdoors in—filling the open great room with natural light and highlighting the stunning stone fireplace, gleaming floors, and spacious bedrooms. Enjoy fantastic access with paved roads, ample parking, a private well, and a well-established neighborhood. Outdoor enthusiasts will love having fishing, tubing, kayaking, and more just steps away on the gorgeous Hiwassee River—truly a mountain paradise. Conveniently located within minutes of Hayesville, Murphy, and Brasstown, as well as the renowned John C. Campbell Folk School, this cabin offers the perfect blend of tranquility and accessibility.
Single-familyProperty Type
1981Year Built
1.98 acresLot Size
Listed by Michelle Spies Team• Hollingsworth Real Estate Co.
Bought with Kellie Coulter• Coldwell Banker High Country
Riverfront and full of charm, this beautifully built 3-bedroom, 2-bath cabin is in excellent condition and ready to be your perfect home away from home. Owned by the original family who had it built, it has been lovingly cared for and well maintained over the years. Nestled in a wooded, private setting with a gentle elevation overlooking and listening to the beautiful Hiwassee River, this property offers nearly 2 acres of peace and privacy. Step inside to soaring cathedral ceilings and large windows that bring the outdoors in—filling the open great room with natural light and highlighting the stunning stone fireplace, gleaming floors, and spacious bedrooms. Enjoy fantastic access with paved roads, ample parking, a private well, and a well-established neighborhood. Outdoor enthusiasts will love having fishing, tubing, kayaking, and more just steps away on the gorgeous Hiwassee River—truly a mountain paradise. Conveniently located within minutes of Hayesville, Murphy, and Brasstown, as well as the renowned John C. Campbell Folk School, this cabin offers the perfect blend of tranquility and accessibility.
Hive MLS #98519389
Jan 20, 2026
Sold
$268,000
May 5, 2025
Listed
$304,999
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$452
$30,900 + $74,300
$105,200
2024
$452 (−6.5%)
$30,900 + $74,300
$105,200
2023
$484
$30,900 + $74,300
$105,200
2022
$484
$30,900 + $74,300
$105,200
2021
$484
$30,900 + $74,300
$105,200
2020
$484
$30,900 + $74,300
$105,200
2019
$484
$30,900 + $74,300
$105,200
2018
$484 (−4.1%)
$30,900 + $74,300
$105,200
2017
$505 (−0.2%)
$56,000 + $69,890
$125,890
2015
$506
$56,000 + $69,890
$125,890
2014
$506
$56,000 + $69,890
$125,890
2013
$506
$56,000 + $69,890
$125,890
Tax history for 144 Mission Dam Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$452
$30,900 + $74,300
$105,200
2024
$452 (−6.5%)
$30,900 + $74,300
$105,200
2023
$484
$30,900 + $74,300
$105,200
2022
$484
$30,900 + $74,300
$105,200
2021
$484
$30,900 + $74,300
$105,200
2020
$484
$30,900 + $74,300
$105,200
2019
$484
$30,900 + $74,300
$105,200
2018
$484 (−4.1%)
$30,900 + $74,300
$105,200
2017
$505 (−0.2%)
$56,000 + $69,890
$125,890
2015
$506
$56,000 + $69,890
$125,890
2014
$506
$56,000 + $69,890
$125,890
2013
$506
$56,000 + $69,890
$125,890
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.12 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,220
Year built
1975
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Clay County
APN
553100345658
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: Asphalt, No Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Fireplace(s)
Interior Features
Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Kitchen Island, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Range, Dryer, Electric Water Heater
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 5
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Basement Details: None, Crawl Space
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Porch
Fencing: None
Roof: Metal
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 0
Levels: One and One Half
Property Features
Other Structures: Outbuilding
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Lot Information
Lot Features: Wooded
Frontage Type: River
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Size : 1.98
Lot Size Area: 1.98
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1.98
Zoning: Deed Restricted
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Location Information
Directions: From Murphy East on Hwy 64 to Fires Creek Road on the left, across river bridge, turn onto Mission Dam Road first drive on the right, second house on the right .. See sign on Property
Subdivision Name: Sweetwater Hills
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,220
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.12 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1975
Year Renovated: —
County: Clay County
APN: 553100345658
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: Mountain Lakes Board of REALTORS®
Around this home
Schools
Hayesville Elementary
Public 3-5 • Assigned • 5.2mi
7/10
Hayesville Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.1mi
4/10
Hayesville High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.2mi
6/10
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Hayesville, NC • 28904
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Estimated sale price
$325,000 – $393,000
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