Rising above the landscape like a private summit, this remarkable 4.78-acre mountaintop sanctuary delivers nearly 360-degree, year-round panoramic views of endless mountain ridgelines and the glistening expanse of Lake Glenville below. Carefully carved view corridors preserve sweeping, permanent vistas to the southeast, northeast, and west, while bathing the land in shifting light from dawn's first glow to fiery mountain sunsets. At the very crown of the property, a rare level homesite awaits-an effortless canvas surrounded by a gentle natural grade, perfectly suited for a custom architectural masterpiece, expansive terraces, and outdoor living spaces that dissolve into the horizon. This is not merely land—it is an experience. A place where morning mist rises from the lake, afternoons invite adventure, and evenings settle into absolute serenity. With a nearby marina , cascading waterfalls, and world-class golf just minutes away, every day here feels like a permanent escape. For those who seek more than a home-who seek a legacy, a retreat, a destination-this extraordinary mountaintop offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to create something truly timeless
Lot/land
$699,000
752 Shepherds Gap Rd, Cullowhee, NC 28723
--beds
--baths
4.78Acres
Land, Residential
Built in ----
4.78 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$171/mo HOA
What's special
- 89 days |
- 49 |
- 4 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
John Becker,
Bald Head Realty
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS,MLS#: 26043141
Facts & features
Interior
Video & virtual tour
Property
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake, Year Round View
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
Lot
- Size: 4.78 Acres
- Features: Elev over 4000
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 7554584958
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Underground Utilities, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Shepherds Mountain
HOA
- HOA fee: $2,050 annually
Location
- Region: Cullowhee
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $350,000
- Annual tax amount: $1,531
- Date on market: 1/22/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,763/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $699,000+7.5% |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26043141 Report a problem | ||
| 1/1/2026 | Listing removed | $650,000 |
Source: HCMLS #103706 Report a problem | ||
| 8/11/2024 | Price change | $650,000-7.1% |
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| 2/14/2024 | Listed for sale | $699,999-6.7% |
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| 1/1/2024 | Listing removed | $750,000 |
Source: HCMLS #98780 Report a problem | ||
| 4/27/2022 | Listed for sale | $750,000-3.2% |
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| 12/29/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/17/2021 | Price change | $775,000-3% |
Source: HCMLS #96791 Report a problem | ||
| 9/6/2021 | Price change | $799,000-5.9% |
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| 8/29/2021 | Price change | $849,000-3.5% |
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| 6/17/2021 | Listed for sale | $880,000+139.8% |
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| 2/3/2017 | Sold | $367,000 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,433 | $350,000 |
| 2023 | $1,433 | $350,000 |
| 2022 | $1,433 +5.1% | $350,000 |
| 2021 | $1,363 +125.3% | $350,000 +133.3% |
| 2020 | $605 | $150,000 |
| 2019 | $605 | $150,000 |
| 2018 | $605 | $150,000 |
| 2017 | $605 +2.5% | $150,000 -50% |
| 2015 | $590 -34% | $300,000 |
| 2011 | $894 | $300,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Estimated monthly payment
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28723
Getting around
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Car-DependentNearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Blue Ridge SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 4.8 mi
- 4/10Blue Ridge Virtual Early CollegeGrades: 7-12Distance: 4.8 mi
- 7/10Jackson Co Early CollegeGrades: 9-12Distance: 11.3 mi
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- North Carolina
- Jackson County
- Cullowhee
- 28723
- 752 Shepherds Gap Rd





