This wonderfully decorated, mountain-contemporary style log home. It features easy access, single-level living with an updated Master En-Suite including laundry, a bright living area with endless windows and glass French doors and a fireplace to snuggle up by. Unique details throughout make this a special home that must be seen to appreciate. Great privacy, yet only 250 steps to Whisper Lake. Owners have added many quality touches to make this home something to behold.
Single-familyProperty Type
2012Year Built
0.96 acresLot Size
$382Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Tom Rickard• NCMountainLife.com
Contact: tom@ncmountainlife.com
Bought with Dorothy Swearingen• NCMountainLife.com
Nestled in Whisper Lake, on the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau, is this wonderfully decorated, mountain-contemporary style log home. It features easy access, single-level living with an updated Master En Suite including laundry, a bright living area with endless windows and glass French doors and a fireplace to snuggle up by. Unique details throughout make this a special home that must be seen to appreciate. The chef will love the kitchen with the double side-by-side refrigerator and freezer. Out of the kitchen and MB you have a large covered deck featuring a custom bed-swing. Upstairs is the loft area and 2 bedrooms; each with a full bath. Downstairs there is a large bedroom with bath and an adjoining bonus room. You will also find another laundry area, a family room and a theatre/game room. Outside of the downstairs bedroom is a therapeutic hot tub providing a private and serene place to relax. This home is a great place to bring family and friends together while providing areas to separate including the two large decks, the large back firepit and the hidden, front firepit. The fenced area in the back also gives your pets a place to be outside. A large carport and bonus room in the attic above it, offers many possibilities including as climate-controlled storage. With all the privacy this home offers, it is only 250 steps to Whisper Lake and fun with paddleboards, fishing, kayaks and swimming. Whisper Lake is a vibrant community with many year-round residents and also features the fastest (fiber optic) internet in the area. Included with this home is membership in the Sapphire Master Assoc. which has an indoor pool, sauna weight and cardio rooms, outdoor pools, golf at Sapphire National and Redbird Links, tennis, mini-golf, snow skiing/boarding/tubing and 3 lakes, including Fairfield Lake where a wide variety of water and picnicking activities are enjoyed. In 2016-17 this home was a very popular vacation rental intermixed with the owners use.
HCMLS #83726
Aug 2, 2016
Sold
$480,000
$133/sq ft
Apr 28, 2016
Listed
$495,000
$137/sq ft
A Whisper Lake custom beauty just a short distance to the lake. Unique details are found thorough out this special home. The open vaulted great rooms are specious and very light. Chefs will love the kitchen with a double side by side refrigerator/freezer. Endless windows make this a light and bright home. The master on main opens to the deck. A claw foot tub, travertine tile and a large shower dominate the master bath. The upper level has two bedrooms each with their own baths as well as a wonderful open loft which is great for a study or office. On the lower level: a bunk room and another bedroom share a bath, a family room and media room provides space for the family to visit. Zoned heat & A/C, Fenced yard A double carport with lots of storage has just been added. This is a terrific mountain home. Be sure to check out the visual tour. In addition to Whisper Lake to swim, fish, kayak or canoe this home has all the amenities of the Sapphire Master Association. There are three other lakes Hogback for fishing, Meadow Lake with a nice picnic/fishing area, and the beautiful Fairfield Lake with Bald Rock as a backdrop. You will find families swimming, sunning, out in a canoe, kayak, a paddle or sail boat or just setting enjoying a book by the lake. In addition the Recreational Center offers many opportunities to have fun. Several pools to select from including a large indoor pool with saunas & hot tubs. The walking trail circles the playground equipment, basketball and soccer areas. The Horsepasture River with its sandy beach is perfect to dip your toes in the cool mountain river. All of this is included in your fees above. There are tennis courts with special days for men, women, or mixed doubles. Our area features 2 public golf courses with reduced fees. Sapphire Mountain (18) & Red Bird-(9) holes, Sapphire Ski (snowboard, ski, tubing) and the latest addition is the year round zip line. Come enjoy this family fun while enjoying this beautiful mountain home.
Public Records
Dec 15, 2010
Sold
$25,000
$7/sq ft
Public Records
May 1, 1990
Sold
$25,000
$7/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,769
$75,000 + $1,125,680
$1,200,680
2025
$5,769 (+15.0%)
$75,000 + $1,125,680
$1,200,680
2024
$5,018
$50,000 + $712,340
$762,340
2023
$5,018
$50,000 + $712,340
$762,340
2022
$5,018 (+0.8%)
$50,000 + $712,340
$762,340
2021
$4,980 (+65.3%)
$50,000 + $712,340
$762,340
2020
$3,013 (+0.7%)
$50,000 + $712,340
$762,340
2019
$2,991 (+22.2%)
$35,000 + $397,890
$432,890
2018
$2,448 (+1.2%)
$35,000 + $397,890
$432,890
2017
$2,419 (+14.3%)
$35,000 + $397,890
$432,890
2016
$2,116 (+33.5%)
$35,000 + $397,890
$432,890
2015
$1,585 (+0.1%)
$35,000 + $397,890
$432,890
2014
$1,583
Tax history for 2190 Upper Whitewater Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,769
$75,000 + $1,125,680
$1,200,680
2025
$5,769 (+15.0%)
$75,000 + $1,125,680
$1,200,680
2024
$5,018
$50,000 + $712,340
$762,340
2023
$5,018
$50,000 + $712,340
$762,340
2022
$5,018 (+0.8%)
$50,000 + $712,340
$762,340
2021
$4,980 (+65.3%)
$50,000 + $712,340
$762,340
2020
$3,013 (+0.7%)
$50,000 + $712,340
$762,340
2019
$2,991 (+22.2%)
$35,000 + $397,890
$432,890
2018
$2,448 (+1.2%)
$35,000 + $397,890
$432,890
2017
$2,419 (+14.3%)
$35,000 + $397,890
$432,890
2016
$2,116 (+33.5%)
$35,000 + $397,890
$432,890
2015
$1,585 (+0.1%)
$35,000 + $397,890
$432,890
2014
$1,583
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Fireplace Features: Fire Pit, Gas Log, Great Room, Propane
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Central, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Cooling Information: Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump
Interior Features
Room Count: 19
Interior Features: Attic Stairs Fixed, Attic Walk In, Breakfast Bar, Garden Tub, Kitchen Island, Walk-in Closet(s)
Window Features: Window Treatments
Appliances: Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Propane Water Heater, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Tankless Water Heater, Washer, Wine Refrigerator
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Vinyl
Door Features: Pocket Doors
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Log, Stone Veneer, Wood
Roof: Shingle, Metal
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Porch, Rear Porch, Side Porch, Wrap Around
Exterior Features: Fire Pit, Hot Tub
Fencing: Fenced
Waterfront Information
Waterfront Features: Boat Slip – Community, Lake, Dock
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Shed(s), Workshop
Accessibility Features: Lever Door Handles, Swing In Door(s)
Zoning Specification: RES
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level, Paved, Private, Creek/Stream, Wooded
Lot Size Area: 0.96
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.96
Elevation: 3000
Road Surface Type: Concrete, Gravel, Paved
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Installed
Utilities: Cable Available, Propane, Underground Power Lines, Wired Internet Available
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Restrictions: Architectural Review,Building,Deed,Livestock Restriction,Manufactured Home Not Allowed,Modular Allowed,Short Term Rental Allowed,Square Feet,Subdivision
HOA Information
Has HOA
Association Name: POA SUPPORT
Association Email: laura@poasupport.com
Association Name 2: Sapphire Valley Master Assoc
Association Phone 2: 828-743-7667
Association Email 2: tvillarreal@capitalvacations.com
HOA Subject To Dues: Mandatory
HOA Subject To: Required
Association Fee: $450
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee 2: $825
Association Fee 2 Frequency: Annually
School Information
Elementary School: T.C. Henderson
Middle Or Junior High School: Rosman
High School: Rosman
Location Information
Directions: From Cashiers Crossroads-64 East to Sapphire. Go 1 mile past Sapphire Nat.Golf Course entrance. Right on Sapphire Post Office Rd. Cross bridge into Whisper Lake. At stop sign turn left. 3rd home on the left #2190 Upper Whitewater Rd. From Brevard, take 64 W thru Lake Toxaway, past Burlingame until you see Sapphire Valley signs. You will then look for and turn Left onto Sapphire Post Office Rd. Cross bridge into Whisper Lake. At stop sign turn left. 3rd home on the left 2190 Upper Whitewater.
Community Information
Community Features: Business Center, Fitness Center, Game Court, Golf, Hot Tub, Indoor Pool, Outdoor Pool, Picnic Area, Playground, Recreation Area, Ski Slopes, Tennis Court(s), Walking Trails
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,705
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2011
Year Renovated: 2015
County: Transylvania County
APN: 8501-38-2312-000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 4, 2026
Other
Business Information
Other Sq. Ft.: 2386
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 1
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 3622
Living Area: 3622
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Above Grade Finished Area: 3,622
Sq. Ft. Upper: 874
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1374
Sq. Ft. Lower: 1374
Building Area Total: 3622
Foundation Details: Other - See Remarks
Levels: One and One Half
Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security System
Team Information
List Office AOR: Highlands Cashiers Board of Realtors
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
We couldn't find any schools that service this home or are within 5 miles of this home.
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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
2/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 hot days expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
Wind Factor
We're working on getting current and accurate wind risk information for this home.
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
In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.32M – $1.59M
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