Nestled within the gated Deer Run community in Sapphire Valley, this charming cottage epitomizes mountain living at its finest. Meticulously maintained, the home boasts a warm and inviting atmosphere, highlighted by high ceilings, wide-planked honey tone pine floors, covered porches and cozy fireplaces. The main level features an open concept living and dining area and a spacious primary suite with a large walk-in closet and a luxurious bath complete with a soaking tub, perfect for unwinding after a long day. The kitchen is a chef's delight, featuring granite countertops, stainless appliances and a convenient walk-in pantry. Step outside to enjoy the fresh mountain air on the “rocking chair” covered front porch, or retreat to the main level or lower level covered porches overlooking the tranquil stream below. The main level porch is ideal for grilling and relaxing by the fireplace, while listening to the sounds of nature surrounding you. The lower level offers additional living space, with two generously sized bedrooms, a bath, and an equipment room with a built-in workshop and tankless water heater. Outside, the beautiful landscaping has been recently enhanced with river rock, a stone walkway, perennials, hostas, and focal lighting. Ownership includes access to Sapphire Valley amenities such as tennis, pickleball, indoor/outdoor swimming pools, foot golf, a fitness center, arcade, miniature golf, hiking trails, and Fairfield Lake for kayaking and paddle boarding. Sapphire Valley is also home to two renowned restaurants, The Library and Canyon Kitchen. Don't miss the opportunity to own this fabulous mountain retreat!
Single-familyProperty Type
2012Year Built
10,454 sq ftLot Size
Listed by Julie Osborn• Allen Tate/Pat Allen Realty Group
Contact: 8285268784
Bought with Bambi Famous Kaine• Silver Creek Real Estate Group, Inc.
Located in the gated community of Deer Run in the heart of Sapphire Valley, NC this 3 bedroom home shows like new and offers rustic charm with wide plank wood floors and a vaulted wood ceiling in the great room. Snuggle up to the fireplace on a cool mountain evening or click it on to take a chill out of the morning air. Popular open floor plan with the master bedroom suite on the main level. There are two guest suites, full bath, a family room and a workshop on the lower level. This is the perfect cabin from which to escape the heat and the hustle and bustle of city life. There is a covered rocking chair front porch and two covered decks, one with a fireplace, either of which is perfect for enjoying the beautiful wooded setting and small stream. Pretty much a lock and leave home with low maintenance yard and fiber cement siding. There are plenty of family and gourmet style restaurants in Sapphire or just a few minutes up the road is the village of Cashiers, where you will find lots more and a well appointed grocery store and lots of boutique shops. Sapphire Valley amenities included with ownership including golf, tennis, indoor/outdoor swimming pools, a fitness center and more. Call today for your private showing. Homes of this caliber and price don't last long!
Public Records
Dec 30, 2009
Sold
$36,000
Public Records
Aug 26, 2002
Sold
$20,500
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,190 (+55.6%)
$30,000 + $587,828
$617,828
2024
$1,408
$30,000 + $283,300
$313,300
2023
$1,408
$30,000 + $283,300
$313,300
2022
$1,408 (+6.9%)
$30,000 + $283,300
$313,300
2021
$1,317 (−2.9%)
$30,000 + $283,300
$313,300
2020
$1,357
$30,000 + $283,300
$313,300
2019
$1,357
$30,000 + $285,530
$315,530
2018
$1,357 (+2.4%)
$30,000 + $285,530
$315,530
2017
$1,325
$30,000 + $285,530
$315,530
2016
$1,324 (+13.7%)
$30,000 + $285,530
$315,530
2014
$1,164
$40,000 + $345,910
$385,910
Tax history for 277 Deer Run Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,190 (+55.6%)
$30,000 + $587,828
$617,828
2024
$1,408
$30,000 + $283,300
$313,300
2023
$1,408
$30,000 + $283,300
$313,300
2022
$1,408 (+6.9%)
$30,000 + $283,300
$313,300
2021
$1,317 (−2.9%)
$30,000 + $283,300
$313,300
2020
$1,357
$30,000 + $283,300
$313,300
2019
$1,357
$30,000 + $285,530
$315,530
2018
$1,357 (+2.4%)
$30,000 + $285,530
$315,530
2017
$1,325
$30,000 + $285,530
$315,530
2016
$1,324 (+13.7%)
$30,000 + $285,530
$315,530
2014
$1,164
$40,000 + $345,910
$385,910
*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
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,454 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,208
Year built
2012
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Jackson County
APN
7592-20-9888
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Paved, Parking Lot
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump
Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Porch
Roof: Shingle
Pool Information
Pool Features: Community
Building Information
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Fiber Cement, Wood Siding
Property Features
Waterfront Features: Stream
Has View
Security Features: Gated Community
Other Equipment: Satellite Dish
Other Structures: Workshop
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Sloped, Rolling Slope, Steep Slope, Wooded
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Size : 0.24
Lot Size Area: 0.24
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.24
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,407.65
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Fee: $1,925
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Derived Association Fee (Monthly): $160.42
Location Information
Directions: From the Cashiers Crossroads: Take Hwy 64 East for 4.6 miles. Turn Right onto Deer Run Road. Cross bridge over the Horsepasture River and continue through gate (text broker for gate code). Follow to home on Left, 277 Deer Run Road.
Subdivision Name: Deer Run
Community Information
Community Features: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Lake, Playground, Park, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Gated
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,208
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 10,454 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2012
Year Renovated: —
County: Jackson County
APN: 7592-20-9888
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: HighlandsCashiersBoardOfRealtors
AttributionContact: 8285268784
Around this home
Schools
Blue Ridge School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 4.8mi
5/10
Blue Ridge Virtual Early College
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 4.8mi
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
2/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 93° expected this year, 22 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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Sapphire, NC • 28774
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Estimated sale price
$710,000 – $859,000
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