Discover the pinnacle of mountain living in this high-end log home on a double lot in Whisper Lake, Sapphire Valley. Meticulously renovated with Southern Living inspired charm, every aspect exudes refined elegance and year-round comfort. Enjoy unmatched indoor-outdoor living in a serene park-like setting with a flowing stream, exquisite stone patio, outdoor fireplace, and an outdoor kitchen with Alfa Italian gas/wood burning pizza oven and FireMagic grill, perfect for alfresco dining. Inside, you will find soaring ceilings, newly renovated Chef’s Kitchen, three master suites, one on the main level, and two additional rooms with queen beds on the upper level. Ownership includes access to private community lake and Sapphire Valley Amenities: golf, tennis, pickleball, gym, and more. Offered fully furnished (some exceptions). For a full experience of this exceptional home, please view the upcoming virtual tour and discover this rare-find and must-see gem in Sapphire Valley.
Single-familyProperty Type
2005Year Built
1.07 acresLot Size
$458Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Amanda Jennings Gravley• Fisher Realty - 10 Park Place
Contact: ajennings@fisherrealtync.com
Bought with Faye Wurm• Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
Discover the pinnacle of mountain living in this high-end log home on a double lot in Whisper Lake, Sapphire Valley. Meticulously renovated with Southern Living inspired charm, every aspect exudes refined elegance and year-round comfort. Enjoy unmatched indoor-outdoor living in a serene park-like setting with a flowing stream, exquisite stone patio, outdoor fireplace and outdoor kitchen with Alfa Italian gas/wood burning pizza oven and Fire Chef grill, perfect for alfresco dining. Inside, you will find soaring ceilings, newly renovated Chef's Kitchen, three master suites, one on the main level, and two additional rooms with queen beds on the upper level. Ownership includes access to private community lake and Sapphire Valley Amenities: golf, tennis, pickleball, gym and more. Offered fully furnished (some exceptions). For a full experience of this exceptional home, please view the VIRTUAL TOUR and discover this rare-find and must-see gem in Sapphire Valley.
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4142030
Jul 9, 2024
Sold
$1,275,000
$421/sq ft
Jun 8, 2024
Contingent
—
Jun 6, 2024
Listed
$1,275,000
$421/sq ft
May 30, 2024
Coming Soon
$1,275,000
$421/sq ft
HCMLS #91744
Oct 2, 2020
Sold
$505,000
$167/sq ft
Aug 13, 2019
Listed
$530,000
$175/sq ft
+22
This beautiful log home is situated on two lots for extra privacy with 1.136+/- lush acres in the desirable Whisper Lake community. An easy walk to the Whisper Lake waterfront common area where you can keep a canoe, a kayak, or fish off the dock. The home features a soaring ceiling in the great room and a designer kitchen with large fireplace perfect for warming up on a cold mountain evening. Great room opens to a covered deck; perfect for relaxing and enjoying the sights and sounds of nature and the cool summer breeze. Dining room opens to a covered deck spacious enough for outdoor dining furniture. Spacious kitchen has granite counter tops with stainless steel appliances. The master bedroom suite is conveniently located on the main level with a large walk-in closet. Large exposed beams through out the home give it a warm mountain feel. Enjoy breakfast out on the elevated gazebo while listening to the tranquil sounds of a stream running through the property. The lower level boasts another large living area a cozy stone fireplace, ample built-ins, and additional sleeping space. Whisper Lake residents enjoy fiber to the home and Sapphire Resort amenities including an indoor and an outdoor swimming pool, kids pool, saunas, hot tubs, weight room, game room, video rentals, running track, kids playground, Horsepasture River picnic grounds, ski slope, tubing & zip-line areas, tennis center & golf course with driving range, Fairfield Lake access to swim, canoe, paddleboat, SUP Boards picnic & much more! Sign up for trips to local waterfalls, a visit to the The Biltmore Estate other local outings. Take advantage of all Western NC has to offer!
Public Records
Apr 14, 2004
Sold
$23,500
$8/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 1, 1993
Sold
$26,000
$9/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,713
$60,000 + $1,129,060
$1,189,060
2025
$5,713 (+61.6%)
$60,000 + $1,129,060
$1,189,060
2024
$3,535 (+0.9%)
$65,000 + $472,010
$537,010
2023
$3,502
$65,000 + $467,010
$532,010
2022
$3,502 (+0.8%)
$65,000 + $467,010
$532,010
2021
$3,476 (+0.8%)
$65,000 + $467,010
$532,010
2020
$3,449 (+0.7%)
$65,000 + $467,010
$532,010
2019
$3,424 (+22.2%)
$73,500 + $421,980
$495,480
2018
$2,801 (+1.2%)
$73,500 + $421,980
$495,480
2017
$2,769 (+0.4%)
$73,500 + $421,980
$495,480
2016
$2,759 (+6.4%)
$73,500 + $421,980
$495,480
2015
$2,592
$73,500 + $421,980
$495,480
Tax history for 3563 Upper Whitewater Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,713
$60,000 + $1,129,060
$1,189,060
2025
$5,713 (+61.6%)
$60,000 + $1,129,060
$1,189,060
2024
$3,535 (+0.9%)
$65,000 + $472,010
$537,010
2023
$3,502
$65,000 + $467,010
$532,010
2022
$3,502 (+0.8%)
$65,000 + $467,010
$532,010
2021
$3,476 (+0.8%)
$65,000 + $467,010
$532,010
2020
$3,449 (+0.7%)
$65,000 + $467,010
$532,010
2019
$3,424 (+22.2%)
$73,500 + $421,980
$495,480
2018
$2,801 (+1.2%)
$73,500 + $421,980
$495,480
2017
$2,769 (+0.4%)
$73,500 + $421,980
$495,480
2016
$2,759 (+6.4%)
$73,500 + $421,980
$495,480
2015
$2,592
$73,500 + $421,980
$495,480
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
4.5
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.14 Acres
Year renovated
2015
Sq. Ft.
3,635
Year built
2005
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Transylvania County
APN
8501-06-9199-000
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
Parking Features: Driveway
Interior
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Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Upper: 0
# of Bedrooms: Main: 1
# of Bedrooms: Basement: 2
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Half Baths: Main: 1
# of Full Baths: Upper: 1
# of Full Baths: Main: 1
# of Full Baths: Basement: 2
# of Full Baths (Total): 4
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: In Basement
Basement Information
Has Basement
Basement Features: Finished
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Bonus Room, Family Room, Gas
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Central, Propane
Cooling Information: Central Air, Electric
Sq. Ft. Unheated Total: 114
Sq. Ft. Unheated Main: 20
Sq. Ft. Unheated Basement: 94
Interior Features
Room Count: 17
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Induction Cooktop, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer, Washer/Dryer
Flooring: Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Log
Roof: Metal
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio
Waterfront Information
Waterfront Features: Boat Slip – Community, Paddlesport Launch Site - Community
Water Body Name: Whisper Lake
Property Information
Other Equipment: Fuel Tank(s), Generator
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Zoning Specification: Res
Lot Information
Lot Features: Creek Front, Orchard(s), Private, Creek/Stream
Association Name 2: Sapphire Valley Master Association
Association Phone 2: 828-743-7667
HOA Subject To Dues: Mandatory
HOA Subject To: Required
Association Fee: $1,100
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee 2: $1,075
Association Fee 2 Frequency: Annually
Association Annual Expense: 2175.00
School Information
Elementary School: Unspecified
Middle Or Junior High School: Rosman
High School: Rosman
Location Information
Directions: From Highlands/Cashiers: Take US-64E to Sapphire Post Office Road, follow to right on Upper Whitewater Road. Home is second driveway on left past Wildberry Court. From Brevard/Lake Toxaway: (do NOT follow directions to Upper Whitewater past Burlingame) Take US-64W to Sapphire Post Office Road, follow to right on Upper Whitewater Road. Home is second driveway on left past Wildberry Court.
Community Information
Community Features: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Golf, Indoor Pool, Lake Access, Outdoor Pool, Picnic Area, Tennis Court(s)
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,635
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.14 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2005
Year Renovated: 2015
County: Transylvania County
APN: 8501-06-9199-000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 4, 2026
Other
Business Information
Other Sq. Ft.: 860
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 3026
Living Area: 3026
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,836
Below Grade Finished Area: 1,190
Sq. Ft. Upper: 571
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1265
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Basement
Levels: Two
Security Features: Radon Mitigation System
Around this home
Schools
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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
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, 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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Estimated sale price
$1.32M – $1.59M
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