Cullowhee Real Estate

Nestled in the heart of the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains, Cullowhee, North Carolina, is a hidden gem that offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and vibrant community life. Located in Jackson County, this charming town is not only home to Western Carolina University but also serves as a gateway to an array of outdoor adventures and cultural experiences.

Cullowhee boasts stunning mountain vistas, lush forests, and the serene waters of the Tuckasegee River, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you’re hiking the scenic trails of the nearby Nantahala National Forest, fishing in the pristine rivers, or simply enjoying a leisurely day in one of the town’s picturesque parks, the area is rich with opportunities for exploration and relaxation.

Beyond its natural allure, Cullowhee has a strong sense of community and a vibrant local culture. The presence of Western Carolina University infuses the town with youthful energy, hosting events, art exhibitions, and performances that enrich the local scene. Farmers markets, local eateries, and charming shops make for delightful afternoons spent wandering through the town.

With its unique blend of scenic beauty and community spirit, Cullowhee is more than just a place to live; it’s a lifestyle. Whether you’re seeking a tranquil retreat or an active lifestyle, this enchanting town in Jackson County invites you to explore its many offerings and discover why it’s a wonderful place to call home. Come experience the magic of Cullowhee, where every day feels like a breath of fresh mountain air!

Newest Listings in Cullowhee

$499,000

1004422 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Approximately 8+ acres of unrestricted property at over 4000 feet in elevation off a dead-end, paved road. The property is gently rolling with mountain views including Double Top, Big Ridge, Black Balsam, Cold Mountain, Chestnut Mountain, Sheepcliff, Sassafras, Little Terrapin, Sassafras, Flat Mountain, Whiteside Mountain, Devil's Courthouse, and Shortoff. There are many possibilities with this unrestricted property. There are also some very nice springs on this property. Property backs up to over 123 acres of restricted, gated property which gives added value and restricted land use of the bordering property.

00 Zeb Buchanan Rd, Cullowhee

Listing courtesy of Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT.

Listing courtesy of Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT

$299,000

1004419 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Discover the beauty of mountain lake living with this desirable vacant lot in Glen Pointe Subdivision on Lake Glenville in beautiful Glenville, NC. Enjoy gorgeous lake and mountain views while embracing the peaceful surroundings of Western North Carolina. This property offers access to a shared community dock serving eight residents with a total of 10 boat slips, making it an excellent opportunity for those who appreciate boating, fishing, and enjoying life on the lake. Conveniently located just a short drive from Cashiers, you'll also enjoy an abundance of fine dining, unique shops, and local attractions in both Cashiers and Highlands. Whether you're dreaming of building your mountain getaway or creating a special place to enjoy the best of lake and mountain living, Lot 10 Lake Breeze Road offers a wonderful opportunity to make that dream a reality.

10 Lake Breeze Dr, Cullowhee

Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty - CA.

Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty - CA

$1,650,000

4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 1004339 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Distinctive by design and exceptional in its setting, this custom-crafted Arts & Crafts home presents a rare opportunity to overlook the 14th green in The Ridges at the highly sought-after Trillium Links and Lake Club. Built especially for its owners and lovingly maintained, this spacious mountain retreat welcomes gatherings and guests. Stone and pine siding, shake accents, dramatic gables, and a timber-framed entry establish character, complemented by a 2025 roof. A circular driveway, carport, and ample parking add convenience. Offered fully furnished with exceptions. The open main level showcases wood ceilings, architectural ceiling lines, and cathedral-height windows. Custom built-in bookshelves flank the living room fireplace to showcase artwork and collectibles. The kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, abundant cabinetry, and an eat-up bar. Hardwood floors and carpeting throughout, solid-wood doors and trim, and marble-and-tile bathrooms reflect its craftsmanship. The main-level primary suite offers vaulted ceilings, a walk-in closet, and a spa-like bathroom with a jetted tub. A powder room features a punched-copper sink. The covered deck features a wood-burning fireplace with a gas starter and a propane line for grilling, and it overlooks the 14th green and level backyard. Upstairs, an oversized loft with a half bathroom offers space for an office or sitting area. The lower level welcomes guests with a second primary suite with a full bathroom and walk-in closet, plus two additional bedrooms that share another full bathroom. A generous living area includes a wet bar with refrigerator and microwave, and a stone-front gas fireplace with a mantel crafted from a tree on the property. A screened porch extends outdoor entertaining. Abundant storage adds convenience while generous spaces invite you to relax, reconnect, and enjoy the beauty of every mountain season. Optional Trillium Links and Lake Club membership offers championship golf, Lake Glenville boat rentals, indoor and outdoor tennis, pickleball, croquet, a fitness center, hiking trails, dining, and an on-site chapel with seasonal services. Membership is not required to own; certain amenities require an optional membership, which may have a waitlist. Conveniently located within minutes of Cashiers, Highlands, and Lake Glenville. Make the Blue Ridge Mountains your home, with lake days and abundant outdoor adventures inspiring a mountain lifestyle to treasure.

10 Versant Ln, Cullowhee

Listing courtesy of Silver Creek Real Estate Group, Inc..

Listing courtesy of Silver Creek Real Estate Group, Inc.

$459,000

4434845 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

63.46AC of tranquil serenity, peace, and views. Total move in package! Enjoy the sound of the rushing Dodgen Creek. Over 1500 ft of frontage to this crystal clear spring fed creek, with a beautiful waterfall! This creek is a natural border to the adjacent property. Go ginseng hunting! This retreat is also home to peach tree's, wild black berries, raspberries, strawberries. The SW part of the parcel possesses some of the biggest plot ramps (onions) in Jackson Co., This parcel is bordered by USFS to the East and South. A portion of this paroperty protrudes up into the USFS and reaches 4500 ft elevation. The views are incredible and go on for miles. The opportunity to turn this plot into a retreat, homestead, or compound has arrived. The lower larger portion is ideal for a build site, just cleared summer of 2026. The views from this site boast close rock face to the East & North, plus extended mountain views. Below this site is an area cleared for a pole barn structure for tractor atv storage. Over a mile of logging roads run through the property. A Deeded driveway easement is shared with one great neighbor, who was contracted to clear this build site and driveway. He has been taking care of the driveway maintenance. Duke Energy power line traverses the front of the property. Property is being sold with a 2022 Forest River 31ft Wildwood Camper in immaculate condition / sleeps 6-8, AND a 2022 Can-Am HD10 side by side. Let's Go!!! 20 min to Glenville or Cashiers, 65 min to Asheville! Schedule your viewing today. Surveillance is Active on the property.

1629 White Rock Road, Cullowhee

Listing courtesy of Call It Closed International Inc. bondscurt.ncre@gmail.com

$314,900

2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4433552 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status

Just over an acre in Mountain Creek Vistas makes this Cullowhee cabin an easy fit for a mountain getaway, a rental, or year-round living close to Western Carolina University. A 32-foot covered front porch sets the tone, and inside the main level opens up with a living room built around a gas log fireplace, a dining area, and an eat-in kitchen with a pantry. The primary suite is on the main floor with its own bath and closet, and a half bath sits off the hall for guests. Upstairs you will find a second bedroom, a full bath, and a large bonus room that works well as an office, a hobby space, or extra room for visitors. Built in 2008 with wood siding, heat pump heating and cooling, and paved road access. The home is offered furnished and has a proven vacation rental track record, with the community covenants allowing short-term rentals, which is a real advantage in this area. A creek runs along the back of the property. Dining, shopping, and the university are just a short drive away. Come see it in person and picture your own weekends on that porch.

185 Paseos Drive, Cullowhee

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Great Smokies. jon@jontharphomes.com

$810,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 1004332 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

At just less than 4,000 feet in elevation, this three-bedroom, two-and-one-half-bathroom cabin on more than four acres offers a beautiful mountain setting with rolling long-range views across the Blue Ridge Parkway. The open-concept main level centers around a comfortable living area where large windows and sliding glass doors frame the mountain views and open to the outdoors. The primary ensuite bedroom enjoys the same beautiful outlook through its own large windows and sliding glass doors. A half bathroom and laundry complete the main level, while two additional bedrooms and a full bathroom are located upstairs, both bedrooms’ windows framing the same spectacular view. A covered front rocking-chair porch wraps around the side of the cabin and connects to a full-length deck, creating plenty of space to relax, entertain, and take in the scenery. Surrounded by mature trees, the setting offers a sense of privacy, while a storage barn provides useful space for outdoor gear, tools, or recreational equipment. With its mountain location, stunning views, and proximity to area attractions, the property also presents potential as a short-term rental or weekend getaway. Cashiers and Highlands are an easy drive away, putting the broader Plateau within reach for dining, galleries, shopping, golf, hiking, and lake recreation. Lake Glenville, one of the area's signature mountain lakes, is nearby for boating, fishing, and swimming. Set atop Cullowhee Mountain, the property is also a short drive to the outdoor recreation that defines Jackson County, including hiking, fishing, kayaking, tubing, waterfall excursions, and the Jackson County Aquatic Center. Sylva is nearby for local restaurants, breweries, shops, and everyday conveniences, while Asheville Regional Airport is roughly an hour and a half away, and Greenville, Atlanta, and Charlotte are all within a manageable drive, making this a practical mountain escape with easy access to larger cities. The appeal is simple: beautiful views, a natural setting, and a convenient location for enjoying the mountains.

7774 Cullowhee Mountain Rd, Cullowhee

Listing courtesy of Silver Creek Real Estate Group, Inc..

Listing courtesy of Silver Creek Real Estate Group, Inc.

$750,000

6 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ 4432116 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Attention Investors! Add a high-demand, cash-flowing asset to your WNC portfolio with this rare 3-unit townhouse property at 487 N Country Club Dr. Nestled in the established Forest Hills community on a 0.47-acre lot, this 1983-built triplex is perfectly positioned less than 5 minutes from Western Carolina University (WCU), making it an absolute magnet for student, faculty, and local professional housing. The building features a highly desirable unit mix designed to maximize your rental income. End Units E1 and E3 offer comfortable 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom layouts. While the larger Unit E2 boasts a 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom floorplan. Inside, tenants will appreciate the spacious living areas and well-equipped kitchens, complete with breakfast bars and center islands featuring electric ranges. The floorplans are ideally suited for roommate scenarios. Each unit features a primary bedroom with a private ensuite bath, alongside an upper-level bedroom with convenient access to a full bath, ensuring maximum privacy for tenants. One of the biggest hurdles for multi-family properties in the mountains is parking, but this lot completely solves that issue. The property boasts an ample, flat drive-up parking area that comfortably accommodates up to 6 vehicles. Beyond the proximity to the university, tenants enjoy immediate access to local lifestyle amenities, sitting less than 15 minutes from the vibrant dining scene of Downtown Sylva and the beautiful waters of Bear Creek Lake. Properties with this kind of unit mix and prime WCU-corridor location do not last long. Secure this phenomenal portfolio builder today!

487 N Country Club Drive, Cullowhee

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Great Smokies. wncrealtormelissa@gmail.com

$24,999

4431917 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

This vacant lot offers an excellent opportunity to build your future home or make a smart investment. Situated in the peaceful community of Bridge Creek, the property features 1 acre of rolling terrain. A septic system is required, and the property has access to a shared well (per seller). Enjoy a peaceful setting while remaining conveniently located near shopping, dining, schools, and major highways, providing easy access to city amenities and surrounding areas. Whether you’re looking for a private retreat, a development opportunity, or a long-term investment, this lot provides the flexibility and location to suit your needs. Listing is for land only and comes As Is.

51 Pumpkin Creek Lane, Cullowhee

Listing courtesy of MRE Brokerage Services LLC. 513-653-3427

$569,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 1004309 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Discover a two-bedroom, two-bath mountain cabin for sale in Cullowhee, NC, approximately four miles from Lake Glenville. Located on Taylor Creek Road, this inviting retreat combines rustic charm, modern comforts, mountain and woodland views, and the distant sound of Taylor Creek. The spacious porch offers both covered and open areas for outdoor dining, rocking chairs, and relaxing in the fresh mountain air. Inside, warm rustic finishes and a cozy gas-log fireplace create a welcoming setting for a mountain getaway or year-round home. Built in 2007, the approximately 1,052-square-foot cabin offers a comfortable, manageable layout. Updates include newer kitchen appliances, an LG washer and dryer, a dual-fuel heating and cooling system installed in 2018, and gutters with gutter screens added in 2024. An encapsulated crawlspace with waterproofing, a dehumidifier, and a sump pump adds to the home’s maintenance features. Connected thermostat controls, keyless entry, and water-monitoring features provide everyday convenience, while a concrete driveway and parking area offer convenient access. Enjoy a peaceful woodland setting with access to Cashiers, Highlands, Franklin, Cullowhee, and Sylva. Nearby recreation includes boating and kayaking on Lake Glenville, hiking, waterfalls, and fishing, along with shopping and dining in Western North Carolina’s mountain towns. There are no HOA fees; an annual contribution supports maintenance of Taylor Creek Road. Whether you envision quiet weekends or everyday mountain living, this Taylor Creek cabin offers a welcoming place to make yourself at home.

689 Taylor Creek Rd, Cullowhee

Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty - CA.

Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty - CA

$1,495,000

3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 1004287 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Tucked within the gated community of Shepherds Mountain, this immaculately maintained mountain home offers a peaceful, park-like setting on 2.01 acres, backing directly to HOA greenspace for added privacy and a beautiful natural backdrop. Just minutes from the public boat launch on Lake Glenville, the property provides an ideal combination of mountain tranquility and convenient access to one of the area’s most popular recreational destinations. The inviting main level features a spacious living room anchored by a stone fireplace and an impressive floor-to-ceiling wall of windows that fills the home with natural light and brings the outdoors in. The well-appointed kitchen includes a pantry and flows easily into the dining room, while a powder room adds convenience for guests. Also on the main level is the generous primary suite, complete with two walk-in closets and an oversized bath featuring heated floors, a separate shower, and a soaking tub. Upstairs, a loft provides additional flexible living space and is joined by two guest bedrooms and a full bath. The lower level offers even more room to spread out, with two additional bonus rooms ideal for overflow guests, another full bath, and a spacious second living room designed for entertaining, with a 9-foot Brunswick pool table, high-end golf simulator, luxury entertainment system, and comfortable seating area. Abundant storage provides plenty of room for seasonal items, outdoor gear, and more, including a large gun safe and two auxiliary refrigerators. Outdoor living is equally impressive, with a cozy screened porch featuring a fireplace, along with multiple open-air porches and decks overlooking the serene surroundings. An attached two-car garage and circular driveway provide ample parking and easy access for vehicles and even your boat. Offered fully furnished with minor exclusions, this beautifully maintained Shepherds Mountain home is ready to enjoy as a full-time residence or mountain retreat, offering generous indoor and outdoor living spaces, exceptional recreation and entertaining amenities, and Lake Glenville just minutes away.

152 Parkview Ln, Cullowhee

Listing courtesy of Landmark Realty Group - Frank Allen, Cashiers.

Listing courtesy of Landmark Realty Group - Frank Allen, Cashiers

$550,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 1004222 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

For those who believe a home should have a story, this one has plenty to tell. Tucked into 1.59 private acres in Strawberry Hill, this extraordinary three-level retreat is a true labor of love, handcrafted with reclaimed materials, locally milled timber, mixed metals, and unexpected architectural details. Part treehouse, part mountain cabin, with a little steampunk and bohemian spirit thrown in, there is simply nothing cookie-cutter about it. The home overlooks Mill Creek Falls on Lake Glenville and feels beautifully tucked into the mountainside. White pine harvested from Strawberry Hill was locally milled for deck supports and beams, while reclaimed timber posts, cypress, Ipe decking, industrial fixtures, antique trim sourced from international travels, and even wood from a 1910 schooner give the home remarkable texture and character. Reclaimed windows, mixed metals, exposed steel and wood, a spiral staircase, and a clever pulley system for hanging plants continue the collected, handcrafted aesthetic. Inside, a wood-burning stove and radiant floor heat make this an inviting retreat in cooler weather. The two-bedroom layout includes a unique primary bedroom on the second floor with an additional loft accessed by ladder above the bedroom. Also, an additional bedroom and half bath off the kitchen. Outside, an open-air shower and a hot-and-cold soaking tub are built directly into the rock, creating a wonderfully unexpected place to unwind beneath the trees. The substantial construction includes 4x8 and 4x4 timbers and a structure pinned into the mountainside with Teflon-coated rebar. There is also room to expand for someone inspired to continue the vision. Strawberry Hill is less than 10 minutes from public access to Lake Glenville and offers community water, activity courts, deeded swimming access to the lake, boat storage, and plans for a future gated entrance. Private, creative, and unapologetically original, this is a true mountain hideaway for hikers, adventurers, artists, and anyone who would rather own something with soul than something ordinary. An AWD vehicle is required for driveway access.

347 Strawberry Hill Rd, Cullowhee

Listing courtesy of Silver Creek Real Estate Group, Inc..

Listing courtesy of Silver Creek Real Estate Group, Inc.

$399,000

1004244 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Big “Long Range Mountain View” lot in a secluded area of Trillium Links & Lake Club on Lake Glenville. The wooded 0.87+/- lot is adjacent to a conservation easement and slopes gently after entry, accommodating multiple building options. It also abuts a sister lot (MLS # 1004243), offered by the same owner for an even larger estate. As the topo map shows, the properties sit on a ridge that drops off rapidly beyond the property boundary, which can provide a year-round long-range view. As with all Trillium properties, your ownership includes generational privileges. While not required, Trillium Links & Lake Club Membership is available. This membership offers exceptional access to numerous amenities, including an 18-hole championship links golf course, boat rentals and activities on Lake Glenville, indoor and outdoor tennis, pickleball, croquet, a fitness center, hiking trails, kids' programs, and an on-site chapel with seasonal services. Dining options include the recently renovated Clubhouse and the spectacular new Landings lakefront facility, expected to open soon. Please note that some community amenities require optional membership, which may have a waitlist.

56 Springhead Trl, Cullowhee

Listing courtesy of Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT.

Listing courtesy of Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT

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