Bungalow

897 Dark Ridge Road

Sylva, NC 28779

MLS#: 4361794

$410,000

Status: Active
Listing number: 4361794
Listing provided by: Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Waynesville
Listing agent phone: None
Last update: a day ago
On site: 27 days ago
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Scotts Creek - Residential

Property

Beds

3

Full Baths

2

1/2 Baths

None

Year Built

1965

Sq.Footage

1,192

Creekside Charm in a Peaceful Mountain Setting. Escape to tranquility in this utterly charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom creekside cottage, perfectly blending vintage character with thoughtful updates. Tucked away in a serene location between Balsam and Sylva, just down the road from the Historic Balsam Mountain Inn, this home offers a true mountain sanctuary. Step inside to discover a cozy, inviting atmosphere. The farmhouse kitchen is a true delight, centered around a vintage stove/oven that perfectly captures the home's unique character. The dining room soars with beautiful wooden cathedral ceilings, creating an airy and rustic feel. Continue into the living room, where a coastal-inspired palette meets the warmth of a gas log fireplace, making it the ideal spot for relaxation. The charm extends outdoors, where the home boasts a new copper metal roof installed in 2025 with LeafGuard Gutter System—adding both beauty and longevity. Enjoy your morning coffee on the freshly painted private porch off the primary suite. The property features an enchanting stone patio complete with a firepit, surrounded by lush flowers and greenery, perfect for outdoor entertaining. A defining feature of this parcel is the gentle stream flowing below, surrounding the lower level of the property and offering the soothing sounds of water—a constant reminder of the calm, peaceful atmosphere. Essential mountain living is provided by shared spring water. New 40 gallon water heater, Whole House Water Filter and UV Light Filtration System, New Pressure Tank and Switch, New Jet Pump - All installed in 2025. Experience the best of Western North Carolina living in this idyllic, character-filled cottage!

Features & Amenities

Interior

  • Other Interior Features

    Built-in Features, Storage, Pantry

  • Total Bedrooms

    3

  • Bathrooms

    2

  • Above Grade Finished Area

    1192.0

  • Basement YN

    YES

  • Cooling YN

    YES

  • Cooling

    Heat Pump

  • Fireplace YN

    YES

  • Heating YN

    YES

  • Heating

    Heat Pump, Propane

  • Pet friendly

    N/A

Exterior

  • Garage

    No

  • Parking

    Driveway

  • Patio and Porch Features

    Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio

  • Pool

    No

  • View

    Water

Area & Lot

  • Lot Features

    Level, Sloped, Wooded, Waterfall

  • Property Type

    Residential

  • Property Sub Type

    Single Family Residence

  • Architectural Style

    Bungalow

Price

  • Sales Price

    $410,000

  • Sq. Footage

    1, 192

  • Price/SqFt

    $343

HOA

  • Association

    No

School District

  • Elementary School

    Scotts Creek

  • Middle School

    Scotts Creek

  • High School

    Smokey Mountain

Property Features

  • Senior Community YN

    NO

  • Sewer

    Septic Tank

  • Water Source

    Spring

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Elementary School

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Middle School

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High School

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Creekside Charm in a Peaceful Mountain Setting. Escape to tranquility in this utterly charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom creekside cottage, perfectly blending vintage character with thoughtful updates. Tucked away in a serene location between Balsam and Sylva, just down the road from the Historic Balsam Mountain Inn, this home offers a true mountain sanctuary. Step inside to discover a cozy, inviting atmosphere. The farmhouse kitchen is a true delight, centered around a vintage stove/oven that perfectly captures the home's unique character. The dining room soars with beautiful wooden cathedral ceilings, creating an airy and rustic feel. Continue into the living room, where a coastal-inspired palette meets the warmth of a gas log fireplace, making it the ideal spot for relaxation. The charm extends outdoors, where the home boasts a new copper metal roof installed in 2025 with LeafGuard Gutter System—adding both beauty and longevity. Enjoy your morning coffee on the freshly painted private porch off the primary suite. The property features an enchanting stone patio complete with a firepit, surrounded by lush flowers and greenery, perfect for outdoor entertaining. A defining feature of this parcel is the gentle stream flowing below, surrounding the lower level of the property and offering the soothing sounds of water—a constant reminder of the calm, peaceful atmosphere. Essential mountain living is provided by shared spring water. New 40 gallon water heater, Whole House Water Filter and UV Light Filtration System, New Pressure Tank and Switch, New Jet Pump - All installed in 2025. Experience the best of Western North Carolina living in this idyllic, character-filled cottage!

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