Property Attributes
- ID#4401683
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountySWAIN
- CityBryson City
- AreaSwain County
- NeighborhoodFontana Lake Estates
- Zip28713
- StyleCabin,Traditional
- Year Built2006
- Price$ 1,499,000
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms4
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage6612
- Lot Size3.18 Acres
Data Source:
Canopy MLS
Property Description
A rare opportunity to own one of Fontana Lake Estates' premier family compounds. Encompassing over 6,600 square feet, this remarkable mountain retreat captures breathtaking year-round panoramic views of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, where every sunset paints a different masterpiece across the horizon. Designed for gathering without sacrificing privacy, the home offers exceptional spaces for multiple generations to live, relax, and entertain. The main level features a luxurious primary suite with its own stone gas fireplace, heated bath floors, private covered deck access, office, library lined with built-in bookshelves, expansive craft/activity room, oversized laundry with overflow kitchen, mudroom, and generous storage. Upstairs, the open game loft with pool table, bunk room, and additional bedroom suites create the perfect space for family and guests. The third level lives like its own private retreat with two additional bedroom suites, kitchenette, second laundry, sitting room with gas fireplace, workout room, and dry sauna. Home features 6 sleeping rooms septic is for four bedrooms. Craftsmanship defines every room. Reclaimed antique mill flooring anchors the main living spaces, while massive tree-trunk columns, custom woodwork, and authentic stone fireplaces create a timeless mountain lodge feel impossible to replicate. Walls of glass frame the extraordinary views from nearly every gathering space. The outdoor living is just as impressive. Covered decks span multiple levels, including a private covered porch from the primary suite and an expansive lower-level patio with hot tub, creating year-round spaces to enjoy the ever-changing mountain scenery. Additional features include a whole-house generator, UV water treatment system, oversized two-car garage with dual EV chargers, and abundant storage throughout. Located within the sought-after Fontana Lake Estates community, owners enjoy private access to Fontana Lake with a marina, courtesy docks, secure boat storage, and neighborhood hiking trails just a short walk from the home. Combining extraordinary craftsmanship, unmatched mountain views, and one of Western North Carolina's most desirable lake communities, this is more than a home—it's a legacy property built for generations.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Unspecified Elementary School | Unspecified Middle School | Unspecified High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 7/8/2026 | Listed $1,575,000 |
| 9/8/2026 | 5$1,499,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 6612 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Septic Installed |
| Heating | Electric |
| Cooling | Central Air,Ductless |
| Utilities | Electricity Connected |
| Roof | Composition |
| Appliances | Dishwasher,Disposal,Double Oven,Dryer,Electric Oven,Electric Range,Refrigerator,Refrigerator with Ice Maker,Self Cleaning Oven,Tankless Water Heater,Wall Oven,Washer/Dryer |
| Development Status | Completed |
| HOA Fee | 1900 |
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Covered |
| Architectural Style | Cabin,Traditional,Other |
| Construction Materials | Log,Wood |
| Year Built | 2006 |
| View | Long Range,Mountain(s),Year Round |
| Levels | Two |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Parcel Number | 664202996093 |
| Elevation | 2000 |
| Waterfront Features | Boat Ramp – Community,Boat Slip – Community |
| Community Features | Boat Storage,Lake Access,Picnic Area,Walking Trails |
| Assoc Fee Paid Per | Annually |
| County | Swain |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | Yes |
| Subdivision Name | Fontana Lake Estates |
| Garage Y/N | Yes |
| Full Baths | 4 |
| Directions | Hwy 74/1 head South. Turn right on Hipsher Cove Rd. Enter gate (obtain code from agent) Drive approx. 3.4 miles to a slight right onto Appalachian Way. Go approx. 0.8 miles and house is on left. |
| High School | Unspecified |
| City | Bryson City |
| Body of Water | Fontana Lake |
| Association Name | Fontana Lake Estates POA |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Carport Y/N | No |
| Elementary School | Unspecified |
| Middle/Junior High School | Unspecified |
| Additional Parcels Y/N | No |
| Standard Status | Active |
| CAR_HOASubjectTo | Required |
| Construction Type | Site Built |
| Tax Assessed Value | 1277550 |
| Listing Terms | Cash,Conventional |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Sauna |
|---|---|
| Basement | Exterior Entry,Finished,Storage Space,Walk-Out Access,Walk-Up Access |
| Flooring | Wood |
| Fireplace Features | Gas |
| Basement (Y/N) | Yes |
| Fireplace Y/N | Yes |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 6612 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Laundry Features | In Basement,Laundry Room,Main Level,Multiple Locations |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| Total Baths | 5 |
| SqFt Main | 2680 |
| SqFt Upper | 1802 |
| Bedroom | 1 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Hot Tub,Rainwater Catchment |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s),Attached Garage,Garage Door Opener,Garage Faces Front |
| Lot Features | Cleared,Private,Sloped,Wooded,Views |
| Water Source | Well |
| Lot Size Area | 3.18 |
| Foundation Details | Basement |
| Road Surface Type | Gravel,Paved |
| Other Equipment | Fuel Tank - Owned |
| Road Responsibility | Private Maintained Road |
| Main Level Garage YN | Yes |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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