Rarely does an opportunity present itself to enjoy such a magical creekside setting. Historic stone cottage, lovingly updated and maintained to perfection and a 355 square foot studio are sited beside a tumbling, vibrant creek for the most relaxing atmosphere imaginable. The cottage, featuring heart pine floors, gleaming wood accents, delightful fixtures and taking advantage of every nook for storage will capture your heart at first visit. The covered and open decks offer amazing spaces to relax and entertain. The versatile studio is ideal for a multitude of uses and needs minimal effort to be a stand-alone guest space or Airbnb. Nestled in the quaint Balsam community, the parcel is one of a kind. Every desire is met by the roaring creek, ample parking, level stone fire pit, fenced section of yard with chicken coop and shed and gorgeous perennial landscaping. Truly an immaculate mountain retreat with charm and character impossible to replicate. An experience for senses and soul.
Single-familyProperty Type
1944Year Built
0.44 acresLot Size
$502Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Amy Spivey• ERA Sunburst Realty
Bought with Gail Morgan• Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Heritage
Appliances: Ceiling Fan(s), CO Detector, Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Exhaust Fan, Generator, Microwave, Propane Cooktop, Radon Mitigation System, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Cork, Wood
Workshop Information
Workshop Level: Basement
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Concrete, Stucco, Stone, Other
Roof: Metal
Exterior Features
Porch: Covered,Deck,Front,Porch-Wrap Around,Side
Doors Windows: g-Insulated Door(s),Insulated Windows
Exterior Features: Fence, Fire Pit, Livestock Run In, Satellite Internet Available, Workshop
Waterfront Information
Waterfront Features: Other
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level, Paved, Sloped, Wooded, Winter View
Lot Size Area: 0.44
Elevation: 3000
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Zoning NCM: NONE
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Installed
Water Heater Information: Electric
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Units: 0
HOA Information
HOA Subject To Dues: No
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Scotts Creek
Middle Or Junior High School: Smoky Mountain
High School: Smoky Mountain
Location Information
Directions: 23/74W toward Sylva. Pass the Blue Ridge Parkway entrance. Left on Candlestick Lane. Bear right at RR tracks to pass Balsam Post Office. At fork, turn left onto Cabin Flats Road. Follow to 760 on the right. GPS directions are accurate.
Community Information
Community Features: Game Court, Playground, Tennis Court(s)
Public facts
Beds: 1
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 672
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.44 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1944
Year Renovated: 2004
County: Jackson County
APN: 7683-33-9498
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 29, 2025
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 710
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 710
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Sq. Ft. Additional: 355
Building Area Total: 710
Foundation Details: Basement, Basement Outside Entrance, Block
Structure Type: 1 Story Basement
Around this home
Schools
Scotts Creek Elementary
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 5.4mi
6/10
Smoky Mountain High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.1mi
6/10
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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 86° expected this year, 21 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
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.5 hours in
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