Waterfront homes for sale & real estate in Jackson County, NC

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This turnkey retreat — a Mountainworks custom design by Travis Mileti — rests in the heart of Chinquapin where nature, comfort, and adventure come together. The enchanting two-bedroom, two-bathroom cottage blends rustic charm with thoughtful updates, featuring beamed cathedral ceilings, warm wood floors, and rich cabinetry and accents throughout. Cozy up beside the raised-hearth stone fireplace with gas logs, enjoy morning coffee on the inviting front sitting porch, or unwind with a mountain view on the screened back deck, all while taking in the peaceful forest surroundings. Fully furnished and ready to enjoy, it’s ideal for seasonal getaways or as a strong-performing ren

$825,000

2 beds2 baths— sq ft

64 Outpost Trl, Glenville, NC 28736

Canoeing • Screened back deck • 0.56 acre lot

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Serenity in Sylva! Nestled at the end of a private drive, surrounded by beautiful forest and lush landscaping, this mountain oasis awaits your discovery! The sellers have spent the last few months giving this well loved family home a fresh, updated look, and now move in ready. With a bright, open floor plan, new LVP flooring, paint, bathrooms, generous front deck added, and permanent block foundation, the only thing left to do is enjoy each day in this special place. The spacious primary bedroom and en-suite bath are perfectly designed in this split bedroom layout. The living room flows seamlessly to the kitchen and dining area, with an extra family room offering a stone surrounded gas fire

$275,000

3 beds2 baths1,512 sq ft

13 Cattail Dr, Sylva, NC 28779

Open floor plan • New lvp flooring • Lush landscaping

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Set amidst the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina, within the prestigious Trillium Links & Lake Club, this exceptional mountain retreat captures the essence of elevated mountain living. Framed by sweeping 180-degree long-range mountain views, the residence offers a refined setting where natural beauty takes center stage. Walls of windows fill the inviting living room with panoramic vistas, creating a stunning backdrop for relaxing beside the dramatic floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace. Designed with both everyday living & entertaining in mind, the spacious kitchen features a generous island perfect for gathering with family & friends, along with a th

$1,295,000

3 beds3 baths— sq ft

756 Trillium Ridge Rd #203, Cullowhee, NC 28723

Walls of windows • Generous island • Spacious kitchen

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Waterfront Home for sale in Jackson County, NC:
Tucked away on 2.5 private acres in the quiet Found Forest neighborhood, just a 9-minute drive to the heart of Cashiers, this impeccably maintained 3-bedroom, 3-bath mountain home offers privacy, thoughtful updates, and seasonal views of iconic Whiteside Mountain. The current owners have thoughtfully improved the home and surrounding acreage, clearing the land in front of the house, creating walking paths, and maintaining beautifully landscaped gardens. Inside, abundant natural light, hardwood floors, and vaulted ceilings create a bright, welcoming atmosphere. A double-sided stone gas fireplace can be enjoyed from both the living and dining rooms. The updated kitchen offers a functional spa

$1,197,000

3 beds3 baths— sq ft

127 High View Rd, Cashiers, NC 28717

Private acres • Landscaped gardens • Updated kitchen

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Discover an extraordinary mountain retreat tucked away in a private cul-de-sac within the prestigious Bear Lake Reserve. Nestled among towering hardwoods and surrounded by abundant wildlife, this exceptional cottage captures the enchanting feeling of a luxury treehouse while offering all the comfort, quality, and sophistication of mountain living at its finest. Thoughtfully designed with a highly desirable split-bedroom floor plan, this impeccably maintained home features 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 beautifully appointed bathrooms. Soaring cathedral ceilings, warm natural finishes, Luxury vinyl floors, expansive windows, and an inviting stone fireplace enhance the home's elevated woodland amb

$565,000

3 beds2 baths— sq ft

96 Whispering Falls Ct, Tuckasegee, NC 28783

Abundant wildlife • Luxury treehouse • Towering hardwoods

Property at 420 Gold Creek Rd, Sapphire, NC 28774, 4 beds, 5 baths

$1,350,000

4 beds5 baths— sq ft

420 Gold Creek Rd, Sapphire, NC 28774

Property at 1705 Woods Mountain Trl, Cullowhee, NC 28723, 3 beds, 3.5 baths

$1,795,000

3 beds3.5 baths— sq ft

1705 Woods Mountain Trl, Cullowhee, NC 28723

Property at Lot 18 Lakeside Woods Dr, Cashiers, NC 28717, 5 beds, 5.5 baths

$6,550,000

5 beds5.5 baths— sq ft

Lot 18 Lakeside Woods Dr, Cashiers, NC 28717

Property at 577 Twin Lakes Dr, Highlands, NC 28741, 4 beds, 4 baths

$2,250,000

4 beds4 baths— sq ft

577 Twin Lakes Dr, Highlands, NC 28741

Property at 1380 Highway 19a Hwy, Whittier, NC 28789, 2 beds, 1 bath

$425,000

2 beds1 bath1,410 sq ft

1380 Highway 19a Hwy, Whittier, NC 28789

Property at 52 Delta Ln, Sylva, NC 28779, 3 beds, 2 baths

$218,000

3 beds2 baths1,079 sq ft

52 Delta Ln, Sylva, NC 28779

Property at 117 Holly Rdg Unit 15 C, Sapphire, NC 28774, 2 beds, 2 baths

$227,400

2 beds2 baths— sq ft

117 Holly Rdg Unit 15 C, Sapphire, NC 28774

Property at 225 Panther Trl, Glenville, NC 28736, 3 beds, 3.5 baths

$1,495,000

3 beds3.5 baths— sq ft

225 Panther Trl, Glenville, NC 28736

Property at 34 Red Cedar Ct, Sapphire, NC 28774, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$877,000

3 beds2.5 baths— sq ft

34 Red Cedar Ct, Sapphire, NC 28774

Property at 948 Hickory Dr, Sapphire, NC 28774, 3 beds, 2 baths

$795,000

3 beds2 baths— sq ft

948 Hickory Dr, Sapphire, NC 28774

Property at 1925 Black Oak Dr, Sapphire, NC 28774, 3 beds, 3.5 baths

$995,000

3 beds3.5 baths— sq ft

1925 Black Oak Dr, Sapphire, NC 28774

Property at 91 Springhouse Dr, Cashiers, NC 28717, 3 beds, 3.5 baths

$1,890,000

3 beds3.5 baths— sq ft

91 Springhouse Dr, Cashiers, NC 28717

Property at 521 Misty Ridge Trl, Glenville, NC 28736, 4 beds, 4.5 baths

$3,499,000

4 beds4.5 baths— sq ft

521 Misty Ridge Trl, Glenville, NC 28736

Property at 81 Stillmont Cir, Cashiers, NC 28717, 5 beds, 4.5 baths

$6,895,000

5 beds4.5 baths— sq ft

81 Stillmont Cir, Cashiers, NC 28717

Property at 935 Glenshore Dr, Cullowhee, NC 28723, 5 beds, 5.5 baths

$5,600,000

5 beds5.5 baths— sq ft

935 Glenshore Dr, Cullowhee, NC 28723

Property at 51 Evergreen Dr, Sapphire, NC 28774, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$725,000

3 beds2.5 baths— sq ft

51 Evergreen Dr, Sapphire, NC 28774

Property at 892 Buckberry Dr, Sapphire, NC 28774, 3 beds, 4 baths

$859,000

3 beds4 baths— sq ft

892 Buckberry Dr, Sapphire, NC 28774

Property at 28 Noble Crest Trl, Glenville, NC 28736, 4 beds, 3.5 baths

$2,590,000

4 beds3.5 baths— sq ft

28 Noble Crest Trl, Glenville, NC 28736

Property at 54 Pine Pt, Highlands, NC 28741, 4 beds, 4.5 baths

$2,800,000

4 beds4.5 baths— sq ft

54 Pine Pt, Highlands, NC 28741

Property at 84 Old Forester Trl, Cullowhee, NC 28723, 5 beds, 5.5 baths

$4,197,500

5 beds5.5 baths— sq ft

84 Old Forester Trl, Cullowhee, NC 28723

Property at 139 (#30) Boarding House Way #115, Sylva, NC 28779, 1 bed, 1 bath

$170,000

1 bed1 bath900 sq ft

139 (#30) Boarding House Way #115, Sylva, NC 28779

Property at 126 Ridges Loop, Cullowhee, NC 28723, 3 beds, 4.5 baths

$2,400,000

3 beds4.5 baths— sq ft

126 Ridges Loop, Cullowhee, NC 28723

Property at 165 Mount Eire Dr, Sylva, NC 28779, 3 beds, 1 bath

$291,000

3 beds1 bath1,092 sq ft

165 Mount Eire Dr, Sylva, NC 28779

Property at 538 East Fork Rd, Sylva, NC 28779, 2 beds, 2.5 baths

$500,000

2 beds2.5 baths1,873 sq ft

538 East Fork Rd, Sylva, NC 28779

Property at 226 Signal Rdg #63, Sylva, NC 28779, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$509,000

3 beds2.5 baths1,850 sq ft

226 Signal Rdg #63, Sylva, NC 28779

Property at 35 Birdnest Rd, Sapphire, NC 28774, 3 beds, 3 baths

$749,000

3 beds3 baths— sq ft

35 Birdnest Rd, Sapphire, NC 28774

Property at 196 Stove Pipe Court Ct, Cashiers, NC 28717, 6 beds, 5.5 baths

$12,750,000

6 beds5.5 baths— sq ft

196 Stove Pipe Court Ct, Cashiers, NC 28717

Property at 660 Riverbend Rd, Sylva, NC 28713, 2 beds, 3 baths

$509,900

2 beds3 baths1,473 sq ft

660 Riverbend Rd, Sylva, NC 28713

Property at 3548 Dicks Creek Rd, Whittier, NC 28789, 3 beds, 2 baths

$570,000

3 beds2 baths2,000 sq ft

3548 Dicks Creek Rd, Whittier, NC 28789

Property at 142 Golden Mist Ct, Sapphire, NC 28774, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$565,000

3 beds2.5 baths— sq ft

142 Golden Mist Ct, Sapphire, NC 28774

Property at 18 Buck Knob Island Is, Glenville, NC 28723, 6 beds, 6 baths

$2,995,000

6 beds6 baths— sq ft

18 Buck Knob Island Is, Glenville, NC 28723

Property at 130 Cross Vine Dr #226, Tuckasegee, NC 28783, 4 beds, 4 baths

$1,150,000

4 beds4 baths3,405 sq ft

130 Cross Vine Dr #226, Tuckasegee, NC 28783

Property at 12 Chigger Ridge Rd, Sylva, NC 28779, 2 beds, 2.5 baths

$499,999

2 beds2.5 baths1,990 sq ft

12 Chigger Ridge Rd, Sylva, NC 28779

Property at 0000 Hwy 107, Tuckasegee, NC 28783

$525,000

— beds— baths— sq ft

0000 Hwy 107, Tuckasegee, NC 28783

Property at 344 Scenic Lake Ln, Cullowhee, NC 28723, 3 beds, 3 baths

$2,295,000

3 beds3 baths— sq ft

344 Scenic Lake Ln, Cullowhee, NC 28723

Property at 261 Rock Face Trl Lot 10c, Highlands, NC 28741, 2 beds, 2 baths

$899,000

2 beds2 baths1,022 sq ft

261 Rock Face Trl Lot 10c, Highlands, NC 28741

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Waterfront Homes for Sale in Jackson County

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