Mountain living was meant to be enjoyed exactly like this. Nestled in the heart of Sapphire, this home offers the perfect balance of comfort, privacy, and exceptional outdoor living. Thoughtfully designed to embrace the natural beauty of the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau, this inviting retreat seamlessly blends indoor comfort with outdoor enjoyment. The true centerpiece of the home is the expansive screened porch, an outdoor living room designed for year-round enjoyment. Featuring a stone fireplace, television, and overhead heaters to take the chill off cool mountain evenings, it is the perfect setting for entertaining friends, gathering with family, watching the game, or simply relaxing with a morning coffee surrounded by nature. Beyond the porch, the backyard provides a wonderful extension of the living space with room for outdoor dining, lawn games, and memorable evenings under the stars. The usable outdoor area is equally ideal for pet owners, offering plenty of space for four-legged family members to play and explore. Inside, warm finishes, abundant natural light, and comfortable gathering spaces create an inviting atmosphere that immediately feels like home. Large windows bring the beauty of the outdoors inside, while the thoughtful floor plan accommodates both everyday living and entertaining with ease. Conveniently located near Sapphire Valley's amenities, golf, tennis, hiking trails, waterfalls, and dining, this property places the very best of mountain living right at your doorstep. Whether you're seeking a full-time residence or a seasonal retreat, this stunning home offers the lifestyle that buyers come to the mountains to find: a place where family and friends naturally gather, where cool evenings are spent around the fire, and where lasting memories are made.
Single-familyProperty Type
2012Year Built
0.44 acresLot Size
$87/moHOA Dues
2 car garageParking
Listed by Ann Cooper• Silver Creek Real Estate Group - H
Bought with Lesley Howard• Landmark Realty Group - Frank Allen, Cashiers
Est. $2,879 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1455 Trays Island Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
HCMLS #1003482
Jul 8, 2026
Sold
$875,000
Jun 29, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 27, 2026
Contingent
—
Jun 8, 2026
Listed
$895,000
HCMLS #99135
Aug 9, 2022
Sold
$749,000
Jun 6, 2022
Listed
$749,000
+25
It is hard to find a one level home with updated finishes that is ready to enjoy. No remodeling needed here! Situated at almost 4,000 feet elevation makes enjoying the outdoors all the more pleasant. The owners have been meticulous in their care for this home and it feels like new. All floors are gleaming wide plank hardwood. With vaulted wood ceilings in the great room and an open concept, the home lives large. Offered fully furnished with few exceptions and a whole house generator. The kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, honed granite countertops with knotty alder cabinetry, plus a large island with bar height seating for lively conversation as food is prepared. The great room has a wet bar with a wine cooler & a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace that currently has gas logs but could be converted back to wood-burning. And oh wow the covered and screened back deck! It has comfortable seating from Summer House and a fireplace to enjoy those crisp summer evenings with friends. There is also an open grilling deck and the grill is included. The master has vaulted wood ceilings, a customized walk-in closet, and a lovely bath with a claw foot tub and granite countertops. Two lovely guest bedrooms off the foyer access their own bath with a stone shower and granite-topped vanity. Pull into your oversized garage in inclement weather and walk through a spacious laundry room with groceries. The garage not only has space for two cars but can accommodate extra storage as well. Although this would make a great year-round home, the seasonal owner will also enjoy the Water Cop that turns the water to the house on and off with the push of a button. Anyone will enjoy all that Sapphire Valley Masters Association amenities have to offer including golf, tennis, lake access, hiking trails, two pools, fitness center, playground, track, & putt-putt golf. Bring your play equipment, some linens, and your kitchen supplies, plus a toothbrush and this home will be ready for you to enjoy!
HCMLS #94119
Sep 1, 2020
Sold
$486,000
Jul 24, 2020
Listed
$459,000
+25
Located just a few miles from the village of Cashiers, NC in the Blue Ridge mountains sits this Craftsman Cottage perched at over 3900' elevation offering cool mountain breezes and winter views. Exceptional quality construction, completed in 2012 by KDC Builders, this like new home features a wonderful open concept, split floor plan and all on one level. There are beautiful hardwood floors, wood ceilings in great room and master bedroom and granite counter tops throughout the entire home. The great room has a floor to ceiling stone gas burning fireplace (can be wood), wet bar with wine storage and opens to a 16 x 16 screen room with fireplace and grilling deck. The kitchen has beautiful rustic Cherry cabinetry with all the upgrades, seamless honed and leathered granite, stainless appliances and large pantry. The master suite has vaulted wood ceilings and a large walk in closet with custom built-ins. The master bath features double sinks, a claw foot tub, separate water closet with large walk in, solid surface stone shower. There are two guest bedrooms with guest bath appointed with solid surface stone shower walls, powder bath with farmers sink and laundry room with cabinetry and granite counters. The oversized two car garage has insulated-quiet close doors and there is plenty of additional parking and turnaround. The home is equipped with a Water Cop system which allows you to turn the water main on and off simply with the push of a button inside your home. These owners have lovingly maintained the home and have paved the driveway, put in a rock border, painted the exterior and added a full house generator. Sapphire Valley Masters Association amenities include, golf, tennis, skiing, lake access, fitness center, hiking trails, indoor and outdoor pools, arcade, playground, track, free mini putt and events.
Public Records
Aug 19, 2013
Sold
$410,000
Public Records
Dec 9, 2011
Sold
$34,000
Public Records
Apr 18, 1991
Sold
$36,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,663 (−2.3%)
$35,000 + $743,595
$778,595
2025
$2,727 (+44.1%)
$35,000 + $743,595
$778,595
2024
$1,893
$25,000 + $406,830
$431,830
2023
$1,893 (+4.4%)
$25,000 + $406,830
$431,830
2022
$1,812 (+6.5%)
$25,000 + $387,180
$412,180
2021
$1,702 (+18.8%)
$25,000 + $387,180
$412,180
2020
$1,433
$25,000 + $387,180
$412,180
2019
$1,433
$25,000 + $309,490
$334,490
2018
$1,433 (+2.4%)
$25,000 + $309,490
$334,490
2017
$1,400
$25,000 + $309,490
$334,490
2016
$1,399 (+36.6%)
$25,000 + $309,490
$334,490
2014
$1,024
$40,000 + $295,760
$335,760
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.44 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,643
Year built
2012
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Jackson County
APN
7592-57-9869
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 9, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Additional Parking
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Electric, Heat Pump
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Soaking Tub, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Bar, Walk-In Closet(s)
Furnished: Furnished
Appliances: Bar Fridge, Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Disposal, Gas Range, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Hardwood
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Gas Starter, Great Room, Outside, Propane, Stone, Wood Burning
Room Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Inside, Main Level, Laundry Room
Basement Details: Crawl Space, Exterior Entry, French Drain, Storage Space
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Covered, Enclosed, Front Porch, Screened
Roof: Shingle
Pool Information
Pool Features: Association, Community
Building Information
Direction Faces: East
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Property Features
Waterfront Features: Waterfront Access
Other Equipment: Satellite Dish
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Land Information
Topography: Level,Sloping
Lot Information
Lot Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot, Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Size : 0.44
Lot Size Area: 0.44
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.44
Zoning Description: None
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,727.06
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private
Electric: Generator
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Amenities: Basketball Court, Clubhouse, Dog Park, Fitness Center, Golf Course, Indoor Pool, Laundry, Meeting Room, Barbecue, Party Room, Picnic Area, Playground, Park, Pool, Parking, Recreation Facilities, Ski Accessible, Tennis Court(s)
Association Fee: $1,038
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Derived Association Fee (Monthly): $86.50
Location Information
Directions: From the crossroads travel 64 East to Tray's Island on the left. Go approx 1.9 miles and house if on the left before the Bald Rock entrance.
Subdivision Name: Holly Forest
Community Information
Community Features: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Golf, Lake, Playground, Park, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,643
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.44 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2012
Year Renovated: —
County: Jackson County
APN: 7592-57-9869
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 9, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: HighlandsCashiersBoardOfRealtors
Around this home
Schools
Blue Ridge School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 5.2mi
5/10
Blue Ridge Virtual Early College
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 5.2mi
4/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 93° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Sapphire, NC • 28774
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Sun exposure
91/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 19% for direct sun exposure in Sapphire. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$829,000 – $1.00M
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