Maggie Valley log cabin on 1.5 private acres — easy access, short-term rental friendly, and just minutes to Cataloochee Ski Area and the Great Smoky Mountains.Escape to your own slice of the North Carolina mountains with this 2-bedroom, 2-bath log cabin tucked into 1.5 wooded acres in Laurel Branch Estates. Blending rustic character with modern, move-in-ready improvements, this Maggie Valley cabin delivers easy access, easy main-level living, and short term rental potential — a rare opportunity whether you're after a full-time mountain home, a weekend getaway, or an income-producing investment.The open-concept main floor keeps everyday living simple, with the primary bedroom, full bath, laundry room, and a bright kitchen, dining, and great room all on one level. Upstairs, a spacious second bedroom and full bath feature a relaxing soaking tub — an ideal private retreat for guests. Warm wood interiors, generous windows, and a cozy, welcoming layout capture everything people love about mountain log cabin living.Being sold turnkey except for a few personal items! Enjoy the outdoors in every season from the open and covered decks and screened porch — perfect for morning coffee, evening gatherings, or simply soaking in the peaceful, wooded surroundings. Set on 1.5 acres, the property offers privacy and room to breathe while still providing easy access to the main road, so coming and going is effortless year-round.Thoughtful, recent improvements add real value and low-maintenance comfort, including an encapsulated crawlspace, energy-efficient ductless mini-split systems, and extensive professional landscaping with a beautifully built custom retaining wall. A large asphalt driveway provides ample, level parking for guests and easy access in and out.Ideally located with easy access to everything Western North Carolina has to offer, this Smoky Mountain cabin is just a short drive to downtown Maggie Valley's shops and dining, Waynesville, Cataloochee Ski Area, the Blue Ridge Parkway, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and Harrah's Cherokee Casino. Short-term rentals are allowed, making this a smart choice for investors seeking a vacation-rental cabin — or for anyone dreaming of a low-maintenance mountain escape of their own.Log construction, genuine upgrades, flexible living space, and an unbeatable, easy-access location, this Maggie Valley cabin blends character, comfort, and convenience. Make your Smoky Mountain dream a reality!
Active
$425,000
294 Laurel Branch Rd, Maggie Valley, NC 28751
2beds
1,171sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1985
1.5 Acres Lot
$419,300 Zestimate®
$363/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Log constructionWarm wood interiorsOpen and covered decksFlexible living spaceEasy main-level livingEncapsulated crawlspaceScreened porch
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Suzy Bernardi suzybernardi@kw.com,
Keller Williams Great Smokies
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4411437
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Upper
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Upper
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard, Ductless
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Features
- Has basement: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,171
- Total interior livable area: 1,171 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,171
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Winter
Lot
- Size: 1.5 Acres
- Features: Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 7677619177
- Zoning: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Log
- Foundation: Crawl Space
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1985
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: City
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Laurel Branch Estates
Location
- Region: Maggie Valley
- Elevation: 3000 Feet
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $363/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $187,800
- Annual tax amount: $1,380
- Date on market: 8/7/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 16 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Exclusions: Ring Cameras and a few small pieces of furniture and personal items. List to be provided
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Paved
Estimated market value
$419,300
$398,000 - $440,000
$2,108/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $425,000$363/sqft |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26048156 Report a problem | ||
| 8/17/2026 | Contingent | $425,000$363/sqft |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26048156 Report a problem | ||
| 8/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $425,000+13.4%$363/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 10/16/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 8/30/2023 | Pending sale | $374,900$320/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 8/16/2023 | Listed for sale | $374,900+156.8%$320/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 4/19/2002 | Sold | $146,000$125/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,380 +2.8% | $187,800 |
| 2024 | $1,342 +5.8% | $187,800 +6.6% |
| 2023 | $1,269 +5.1% | $176,200 |
| 2022 | $1,207 | $176,200 |
| 2021 | $1,207 +7.4% | $176,200 +17.7% |
| 2020 | $1,125 -0.4% | $149,700 |
| 2019 | $1,130 | $149,700 |
| 2018 | $1,130 +1.8% | $149,700 |
| 2017 | $1,110 | $149,700 -0.9% |
| 2016 | $1,110 | $151,100 |
| 2015 | $1,110 +10.9% | $151,100 |
| 2014 | $1,001 +12.2% | $151,100 +3.7% |
| 2010 | $892 +3.5% | $145,680 |
| 2008 | $862 | $145,680 |
| 2007 | -- | $145,680 |
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Neighborhood: 28751
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Jonathan Valley
- 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.





