Log Cabin nestled in private, forest setting. Enjoy the natural waterfall next to the firepit , while relaxing in the cool mountain air. Breathe in fresh air while rocking on the covered front porch. Cabin has 2 bedrooms plus a Bonus room 2 full baths and a half bath. Living room has a stone wood burning fire place. Kitchen has newer appliances with a newer full size stacked washer and dryer. Cabin is fully furnished and ready to move into. Call for your appointment today to see this great cabin.
Single-familyProperty Type
1985Year Built
0.98 acresLot Size
$310Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Carolyn Lauter• Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Heritage
JUST WHAT YOU WERE LOOKING FOR. A LOG HOME IN THE FOREST, PRIVATE, NATURAL WATERFALL NEXT TO THE FIRE PIT. ON AN ACRE SO LOTS OF PARKING. MAIN FLOOR WITH LG. LIVING AREA, 1/2 BATH, WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE AND NICELY FURNISHED/LARGE DINING AREA AND KITCHEN WITH BAR STOOLS. UPSTAIRS HAS FULL BATH, FOUR RMS USED AS SLEEPING QUARTERS. COVERED FRONT PORCH, SIDE YARD WITH DOG KENNEL /SHED. AND FURNISHED! PICTURE YOURSELF NEXT TO THE ROARING WATERFALL AND THEN HURRY TO BUY THIS JEWEL BEFORE IT IS GONE.
Public Records
Jul 11, 2008
Sold
$194,000
$147/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 4, 2005
Sold
$158,000
$120/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,516 (+9.5%)
$31,100 + $157,400
$188,500
2025
$1,384 (+2.8%)
$31,100 + $157,400
$188,500
2024
$1,347 (+3.1%)
$31,100 + $157,400
$188,500
2023
$1,306 (+5.1%)
$31,100 + $157,400
$188,500
2022
$1,242
$31,200 + $150,800
$182,000
2021
$1,242 (+0.7%)
$31,200 + $150,800
$182,000
2020
$1,233 (−0.4%)
$44,600 + $121,900
$166,500
2019
$1,238
$44,600 + $121,900
$166,500
2018
$1,238
$44,600 + $121,900
$166,500
2017
$1,238 (−9.8%)
$44,600 + $121,900
$166,500
2016
$1,373 (+9.6%)
$53,500 + $139,700
$193,200
2014
$1,253
$53,500 + $139,700
$193,200
Tax history for 81 Railroad Grade Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,516 (+9.5%)
$31,100 + $157,400
$188,500
2025
$1,384 (+2.8%)
$31,100 + $157,400
$188,500
2024
$1,347 (+3.1%)
$31,100 + $157,400
$188,500
2023
$1,306 (+5.1%)
$31,100 + $157,400
$188,500
2022
$1,242
$31,200 + $150,800
$182,000
2021
$1,242 (+0.7%)
$31,200 + $150,800
$182,000
2020
$1,233 (−0.4%)
$44,600 + $121,900
$166,500
2019
$1,238
$44,600 + $121,900
$166,500
2018
$1,238
$44,600 + $121,900
$166,500
2017
$1,238 (−9.8%)
$44,600 + $121,900
$166,500
2016
$1,373 (+9.6%)
$53,500 + $139,700
$193,200
2014
$1,253
$53,500 + $139,700
$193,200
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.99 Acres
Year renovated
1985
Sq. Ft.
660
Year built
1985
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Haywood County
APN
7677562277
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 27, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 0
Parking Features: Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Upper: 2
# of Bedrooms: Main: 0
# of Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Half Baths: Main: 1
# of Full Baths: Upper: 2
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: In Kitchen
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Electric
Cooling Information: Electric
Interior Features
Room Count: 8
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Log
Roof: Metal
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Hot Tub
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Sub Type Additional: None
Zoning: RES
Zoning Specification: N/A
Lot Information
Lot Features: Creek/Stream, Wooded
Lot Size Area: 0.98
Lot Size Units: Acres
Elevation: 3000
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Installed
Utilities: Electricity Connected
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Restrictions: Square Feet
HOA Information
Association Name: Sheepback Mountain Property Owners Assc.
HOA Subject To Dues: Mandatory
HOA Subject To: Required
Association Fee: $370
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Annual Expense: 370.00
School Information
Elementary School: Jonathan Valley
Middle Or Junior High School: Waynesville
High School: Tuscola
Location Information
Directions: Take Highway 19 west Soco Road through Maggie Valley, to RIGHT on Frank Mehaffey Road to RIGHT on Sheepback Mountain Road. Bear right on to Railroad Grade Road to house #81 on LEFT
Community Information
Community Features: None
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 660
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.99 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1985
Year Renovated: 1985
County: Haywood County
APN: 7677562277
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 27, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 1320
Living Area: 1320
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,320
Sq. Ft. Upper: 660
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 660
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Levels: Two
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Jonathan Valley Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 4.9mi
8/10
Waynesville Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 7.6mi
4/10
Tuscola High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 9.4mi
7/10
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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
1/10 Heat Factor
4 days above 87° expected this year, 11 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Maggie Valley, NC • 28751
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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
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Estimated sale price
$389,000 – $471,000
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