Charming 3 BR/2 BA mountain home in the popular Whisper Lake subdivision. This "single-level living" home has a level drive and just a few steps in the door, welcoming all. Sit by the stone fireplace or enjoy the deck for outdoor living for which this area is known. You will enjoy the power awning that covers part of the back deck but can be retracted as well. The open, split floor plan offers a cathedral ceiling in the great room, wood floors and lots of windows to make it light and bright. This home also boasts extensive landscaping, a new full house generator, refrigerator and dishwasher in 2020. Picturesque Whisper Lake is just down Upper Whitewater Rd., where you can swim, fish, kayak/canoe and gather with neighbors. Whisper Lake has an active social calendar. This home also includes the amenities of the Sapphire Valley Master Assoc. The photos of this listing will show additional lakes, pools, 18 & 9-hole golf, tennis, snow skiing, exercise rooms, mini golf, and much more fun!
Charming 3 BR/2 BA mountain home in the popular Whisper Lake subdivision. This "single-level living" home has a level drive and just a few steps in the door, welcoming all. Sit by the stone fireplace or enjoy the deck for outdoor living for which this area is known. You will enjoy the power awning that covers part of the back deck but can be retracted as well. The open, split floor plan offers cathedral ceilings in the great room, wood floors and lots of windows to make it light and bright. This home also boasts extensive landscaping, a new full house generator, refrigerator and dishwasher in 2020. Picturesque Whisper Lake is just down Upper Whitewater Rd. , where you can swim, fish, kayak/canoe and gather with your neighbors. Many are year-round residents with an active social calendar. This home also includes the amenities of the Sapphire Valley Master Assoc. There are 3 additional lakes within the Sapphire Valley; 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, canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding or relaxing on a sail boat or just relaxing by the lake. In addition, the Rec Center offers many opportunities to have fun. Three pools to select from including a large indoor pool with sauna & hot tub. The walking trail circles the playground equipment, basketball and soccer areas. The Horse Pasture River, with its sandy beach is perfect to dip your toes in the cool mountain river or trout fish. All of this is included in your fees above. There are tennis courts with special days for men, women, or mixed doubles. Sapphire Valley features 2 public golf courses with reduced fees (Sapphire National (18) & Red Bird-(9) holes), Sapphire Ski (snowboard, ski, tubing) and a zip line. This provides family fun, year-round or seasonally.
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3711077
Apr 9, 2021
Sold
$410,000
$243/sq ft
Mar 6, 2021
Pending
—
Feb 22, 2021
Listed
$450,000
$267/sq ft
HCMLS #81938
Aug 29, 2016
Sold
$275,000
$163/sq ft
Jun 2, 2015
Listed
$289,000
$171/sq ft
This beautiful well maintained Sapphire Valley home shows like new. The open split floor plan offers cathedral ceilings in the great room, kitchen and dining area with wood floors and lots of windows to bring in the Carolina sunshine. The kitchen has an island, stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. The spacious master suite looks out to the open deck and features his/her closets, double bowl granite vanity, soaking tub and a shower. Home is situated on a beautiful wooded lot with circular driveway. The neighborhood this home is in, Whisper Lake, has a common area with dock and picnic tables to enjoy the lake from. There is also access to the Horsepasture river for a day of fly fishing or exploring. Ownership comes with Sapphire Valley amenities including golf, tennis, private lake, fitness center, ski slope and much more. The village of Cashiers is just a few minutes away where you will find plenty of family style and gourmet restaurants on the way. Browse the many shops in the village or bring the kids to Village Play. There is a lot to do here in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Call today for your personal showing.
Public Records
Dec 31, 2007
Sold
$35,500
$21/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 18, 2006
Sold
$29,000
$17/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,677
$40,000 + $517,220
$557,220
2025
$2,677 (+49.8%)
$40,000 + $517,220
$557,220
2024
$1,788
$35,000 + $236,590
$271,590
2023
$1,788
$35,000 + $236,590
$271,590
2022
$1,788 (+0.8%)
$35,000 + $236,590
$271,590
2021
$1,774 (+22.4%)
$35,000 + $236,590
$271,590
2020
$1,450 (+0.7%)
$35,000 + $236,590
$271,590
2019
$1,439 (+22.2%)
$35,000 + $173,310
$208,310
2018
$1,178 (+1.2%)
$35,000 + $173,310
$208,310
2017
$1,164 (+0.4%)
$35,000 + $173,310
$208,310
2016
$1,160 (+11.4%)
$35,000 + $173,310
$208,310
2015
$1,041 (+0.2%)
$35,000 + $173,310
$208,310
2014
$1,039
Tax history for 2601 Upper Whitewater Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,677
$40,000 + $517,220
$557,220
2025
$2,677 (+49.8%)
$40,000 + $517,220
$557,220
2024
$1,788
$35,000 + $236,590
$271,590
2023
$1,788
$35,000 + $236,590
$271,590
2022
$1,788 (+0.8%)
$35,000 + $236,590
$271,590
2021
$1,774 (+22.4%)
$35,000 + $236,590
$271,590
2020
$1,450 (+0.7%)
$35,000 + $236,590
$271,590
2019
$1,439 (+22.2%)
$35,000 + $173,310
$208,310
2018
$1,178 (+1.2%)
$35,000 + $173,310
$208,310
2017
$1,164 (+0.4%)
$35,000 + $173,310
$208,310
2016
$1,160 (+11.4%)
$35,000 + $173,310
$208,310
2015
$1,041 (+0.2%)
$35,000 + $173,310
$208,310
2014
$1,039
*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
0.72 Acres
Year renovated
2013
Sq. Ft.
1,686
Year built
2013
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Transylvania County
APN
8501-17-4768-000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 4, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 0
SqFt Garage: 0
Parking Features: Driveway, Other - See Remarks
Other Parking: Circle drive in river stone gravel provides for 4 or more vehicles.
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Main: 3
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: Main: 2
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Main Level
Fireplace Information
Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Great Room, Propane
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Central, Heat Pump
Cooling Information: Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump
Interior Features
Room Count: 6
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Split Bedroom
Window Features: Insulated Window(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Door Features: Insulated Door(s)
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Fiber Cement
Roof: Composition, Fiberglass
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch
Waterfront Information
Waterfront Features: Boat Slip – Community, Paddlesport Launch Site - Community
Property Information
Second Living Quarters: None
Other Equipment: Generator
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Zoning: R
Zoning Specification: RES
Lot Information
Lot Features: Rolling Slope, Wooded, Views
Lot Size Area: 0.72
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.72
Lot Size Dimensions: Per Tax Records
Elevation: 3000
Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Installed
Utilities: Propane
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Restrictions: Architectural Review,Building,Deed,Livestock Restriction,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: $858
Association Fee 2 Frequency: Annually
School Information
Elementary School: T.C. Henderson
Middle Or Junior High School: Unspecified
High School: Unspecified
Location Information
Directions: From the Cashiers crossroads of Hwys 64 & 107, head east on 64 into Sapphire Valley. Go 5.8 miles and turn right onto Sapphire Post Office Road - sign for Whisper Lake across street from turn. Follow across bridge to stop sign. Turn right and follow to the home on the left.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,686
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.72 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2013
Year Renovated: 2013
County: Transylvania County
APN: 8501-17-4768-000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 4, 2026
Other
Business Information
Other Sq. Ft.: 315
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 1
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 1686
Living Area: 1686
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,686
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1686
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Second Living Quarters Sq. Ft.: 0
Second Living Quarters Heated Living Area: 0
Building Area Total: 1686
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Levels: One
Team Information
List Office AOR: Highlands Cashiers Board of Realtors
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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 97° expected this year, 20 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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Estimated sale price
$704,000 – $852,000
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