Maggie Valley log cabin on 1.5 private acres — easy access, short-term rental friendly, and just minutes to Cataloochee Ski Area and the Great Smoky Mountains.Escape to your own slice of the North Carolina mountains with this 2-bedroom, 2-bath log cabin tucked into 1.5 wooded acres in Laurel Branch Estates. Blending rustic character with modern, move-in-ready improvements, this Maggie Valley cabin delivers easy access, easy main-level living, and short term rental potential — a rare opportunity whether you're after a full-time mountain home, a weekend getaway, or an income-producing investment.The open-concept main floor keeps everyday living simple, with the primary bedroom, full bath, laundry room, and a bright kitchen, dining, and great room all on one level. Upstairs, a spacious second bedroom and full bath feature a relaxing soaking tub — an ideal private retreat for guests. Warm wood interiors, generous windows, and a cozy, welcoming layout capture everything people love about mountain log cabin living.Being sold turnkey except for a few personal items! Enjoy the outdoors in every season from the open and covered decks and screened porch — perfect for morning coffee, evening gatherings, or simply soaking in the peaceful, wooded surroundings. Set on 1.5 acres, the property offers privacy and room to breathe while still providing easy access to the main road, so coming and going is effortless year-round.Thoughtful, recent improvements add real value and low-maintenance comfort, including an encapsulated crawlspace, energy-efficient ductless mini-split systems, and extensive professional landscaping with a beautifully built custom retaining wall. A large asphalt driveway provides ample, level parking for guests and easy access in and out.Ideally located with easy access to everything Western North Carolina has to offer, this Smoky Mountain cabin is just a short drive to downtown Maggie Valley's shops and dining, Waynesville, Cataloochee Ski Area, the Blue Ridge Parkway, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and Harrah's Cherokee Casino. Short-term rentals are allowed, making this a smart choice for investors seeking a vacation-rental cabin — or for anyone dreaming of a low-maintenance mountain escape of their own.Log construction, genuine upgrades, flexible living space, and an unbeatable, easy-access location, this Maggie Valley cabin blends character, comfort, and convenience. Make your Smoky Mountain dream a reality!
Single-familyProperty Type
1985Year Built
1.5 acresLot Size
$363Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Suzy Bernardi• Keller Williams Great Smokies
Maggie Valley log cabin on 1.5 private acres with easy access — short-term rental friendly, minutes to Cataloochee Ski Area and the Great Smoky Mountains. This 2-bedroom, 2-bath log cabin blends rustic charm with move-in-ready improvements in Laurel Branch Estates. Enjoy turnkey except a few personal items, easy one-level living, with the primary bedroom, full bath, laundry, and an open kitchen, dining, and great room all on the main floor. Upstairs offers a spacious second bedroom and full bath with a relaxing soaking tub. Warm wood interiors and generous windows create a cozy mountain retreat. Relax on the open and covered decks or screened porch, surrounded by 1.5 wooded acres of privacy. Recent improvements add value and low-maintenance comfort: encapsulated crawlspace, energy-efficient ductless mini-splits, professional landscaping, and a custom retaining wall. A large asphalt driveway offers ample parking and easy access to the main road. Short-term rentals allowed — ideal as a full-time home, weekend getaway, or investment. Just minutes to Maggie Valley, Waynesville, Cataloochee Ski Area, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and Harrah's Cherokee Casino. Schedule your showing today!
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4411437
Sep 14, 2026
Relisted
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Aug 17, 2026
Contingent
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Aug 7, 2026
Listed
$425,000
$363/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 16, 2023
Sold
$374,000
$319/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 19, 2002
Sold
$146,000
$125/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$1,269 (+5.1%)
$33,400 + $142,800
$176,200
2022
$1,207
$33,400 + $142,800
$176,200
2021
$1,207 (+7.4%)
$33,400 + $142,800
$176,200
2020
$1,125 (−0.4%)
$41,700 + $108,000
$149,700
2019
$1,130
$41,700 + $108,000
$149,700
2018
$1,130
$41,700 + $108,000
$149,700
2017
$1,130 (+1.8%)
$41,700 + $108,000
$149,700
2016
$1,110 (+11.0%)
$33,400 + $117,700
$151,100
2014
$1,000
$33,400 + $117,700
$151,100
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1.5
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.85 Acres
Year renovated
1995
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,426
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,426
Year built
1985
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Haywood County
APN
7677710117
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 18, 2024.
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Sun exposure
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Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Maggie Valley. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 294 Laurel Branch Rd
$413,589
$11K under list price of $425K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $293K to $462K.
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