This TURNKEY, 2 BR historic cottage was built circa 1940-50's at Nantahala Village Resort, one of the oldest resorts in the area, built just after the Great Smoky Mtns Nat'l Park was opened. The antique cottage has wormy wood interior walls, hardwood floors and vintage features. There's a private covered porch & a newly expanded deck with views of the Nat'l Park through the trees, a hot tub, propane firepit & Adirondak chairs. Cozy up to the stone, woodburning Fireplace & Flat Screen in the living area with sound bar, subwoofer & stream your faves on the super-fast Balsam West WIFI! There's a TV in the Queen BR on the main floor with bath & a King in the lower level, BR with TV & private patio. Guests staying at the Nantahala Village will enjoy the equipped fitness center, tennis courts, swimming pool & volleyball court. Amenities also incl a full-service restaurant, indoor & outdoor meeting spaces & gameroom. You can't beat the location, 5 min from rafting & dining at the Nantahala Outdoor Center & 15 min from Bryson City with shops & restaurants, the Nat'l Park & more. This cozy cottage is the perfect opportunity to invest in the Smoky Mtns without breaking the bank.
Sold for $235,000
$235,000
160 Observation Point Rd, Bryson City, NC 28713
2beds
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Residential, Current Rental
Built in 1950
3,397.68 Square Feet Lot
$257,100 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$1,521 Estimated rent
Home value
$257,100
$244,000 - $270,000
$1,521/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: March 20, 2025 at 08:23pm
Listed by:
Diane Jones,
Good Life Real Estate Co., LLC
Bought with:
Megan F. Cookston, 215457
Yellow Rose Real Estate LLC
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS,MLS#: 26035090
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: Basement
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Electric, Mini-Split
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Electric Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
Features
- Main Level Living, Primary on Main Level
- Flooring: Vinyl, Hardwood
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Window Treatments
- Attic: None
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Wood Burning Stove, Stone
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Living area range: 801-1000 Square Feet
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage, None-Carport, Limited Parking
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Rustic Appearance
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Hot Tub/Spa
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Short Range View, Valley, View-Winter
Lot
- Size: 3,397 sqft
- Features: Hilly/Steep, Private
Details
- Parcel number: 664100263005
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Residential, Current Rental
Materials
- Stone
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Community
- Water: Community
- Utilities for property: Cell Service Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Bryson City
- Subdivision: Nantahala Village Resort
HOA & financial
HOA
- HOA fee: $255 monthly
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,USDA Loan,FHA
- Road surface type: Paved, Gravel
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/2/2026 | Listing removed | $269,000 |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4284631 Report a problem | ||
| 12/1/2025 | Price change | $269,000-2.2% |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26041689 Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $275,000+17% |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26041689 Report a problem | ||
| 1/29/2024 | Sold | $235,000-7.8% |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26035090 Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/2023 | Contingent | $255,000 |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26035090 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Tax history is unavailable.
Neighborhood: 28713
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Swain Co West ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 4.3 mi
- 5/10Swain County Middle SchoolGrades: PK,6-8Distance: 7.6 mi
- NACherokee Extension High SchoolGrades: K-12Distance: 7.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: West Swain
- Middle: Swain County
- High: Swain County
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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