Step into a storybook cottage retreat, thoughtfully restored while preserving its timeless charm and character. Tucked among towering trees and mature landscaping, this one-of-a-kind property is where nature, creativity, and comfort come together. Inside the main home, vintage details blend beautifully with modern updates. Warm wood floors, stone accents in the kitchen, and reclaimed doors create an inviting atmosphere full of nostalgic charm. Relax on the porch and take in beautiful views of Mt. Lyn Lowery, or wander across the road with your morning coffee to enjoy the peaceful creekside setting—perfect for meditation, reading, or simply cooling off in the shade. The detached studio offers endless possibilities for guests, creative space, or STR income potential. Featuring wood floors, a retro-inspired eat-in kitchen, clawfoot tub/shower, and incinerator toilet, it is every bit as charming and unique as the main house. A fenced side yard provides space for pets, while multiple porches invite you to slow down and savor the mountain lifestyle. Whether you are seeking a magical vacation escape, an inspiring artist retreat, or a full-time residence with guest accommodations, this enchanting property is truly unlike anything else.
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$459,000
404 Red Bank Rd, Waynesville, NC 28786
2beds
1,737sqft
Est.: Get pre-qualified
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
0.67 Acres Lot
$444,300 Zestimate®
$264/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Detached studioWarm wood floorsPeaceful creekside settingReclaimed doorsRetro-inspired eat-in kitchen
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Michelle McElroy michelle.mcelroy@howardhannatate.com,
Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Waynesville
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4387631
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: 2nd Living Quarters
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Ductless, Heat Pump, Propane, Other
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Laundry Closet, Main Level
Features
- Total Primary Heated Living Area: 1281
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Has basement: No
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,281
- Total interior livable area: 1,737 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,281
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch
- Fencing: Back Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Year Round
Lot
- Size: 0.67 Acres
- Features: Level, Rolling Slope, Wooded, Views
Living quarters
- Secondary living space: 456 sqft
- Secondary features: Exterior Not Connected,Guest House
Details
- Parcel number: 7694005876
- Zoning: None
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Wood
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Waynesville
- Elevation: 3000 Feet
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $264/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $141,900
- Annual tax amount: $1,169
- Date on market: 5/29/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 1 day
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete, Gravel, Paved
Estimated market value
$444,300
$409,000 - $484,000
$2,253/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $459,000+8%$264/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4387631 Report a problem | ||
| 8/22/2023 | Sold | $425,000-4.9%$245/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4041085 Report a problem | ||
| 6/15/2023 | Listed for sale | $447,000$257/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #CAR4041085 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,169 +17.6% | $139,200 |
| 2024 | $994 +20.2% | $139,200 +25% |
| 2023 | $827 +2.1% | $111,400 |
| 2022 | $811 | $111,400 |
| 2021 | $811 +25.9% | $111,400 +45.8% |
| 2020 | $644 -0.8% | $76,400 |
| 2019 | $649 | $76,400 |
| 2018 | $649 | $76,400 |
| 2017 | $649 +0.6% | $76,400 -2.2% |
| 2016 | $645 | $78,100 |
| 2015 | $645 +18.2% | $78,100 |
| 2014 | $546 +13.9% | $78,100 +5.7% |
| 2010 | $479 +3.8% | $73,910 |
| 2008 | $462 | $73,910 |
| 2007 | -- | $73,910 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28786
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Hazelwood ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 3.6 mi
- 4/10Waynesville MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.7 mi
- 7/10Tuscola HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 8.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hazelwood
- Middle: Waynesville
- High: Tuscola
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- North Carolina
- Haywood County
- Waynesville
- 28786
- 404 Red Bank Rd
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