Whitewater Ridge Real Estate

Welcome to Whitewater Ridge, a hidden gem nestled in the picturesque Sapphire, North Carolina. This charming subdivision offers a unique blend of natural beauty and modern living, making it an ideal retreat for those seeking tranquility and adventure in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Whitewater Ridge is characterized by its stunning landscapes, where lush forests meet cascading streams and breathtaking mountain views. Residents enjoy the serene ambiance of the area, with abundant opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and exploring the nearby waterfalls that Transylvania County is renowned for. The subdivision is thoughtfully designed to harmonize with its natural surroundings, featuring spacious lots that provide privacy and a sense of community.

The location of Whitewater Ridge is perfect for those who appreciate both seclusion and accessibility. Just a short drive from the vibrant town of Sapphire, residents can enjoy local dining, shopping, and recreational facilities. The nearby Cashiers and Brevard areas also offer a wealth of cultural experiences, including art galleries, music festivals, and farmers’ markets.

Whether you’re looking for a year-round residence or a seasonal getaway, Whitewater Ridge presents an exceptional opportunity to embrace the beauty of mountain living. With its friendly community atmosphere, stunning scenery, and proximity to outdoor adventures, this subdivision is truly a place where you can create lasting memories. Discover your dream home in Whitewater Ridge, where nature and comfort come together in perfect harmony.

Newest Listings in Whitewater Ridge

$110,000

1003813 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

This is a true getaway! Get that secluded feeling while enjoying the quietness and clean air of high elevation with some SC Lake Views, paved roads & new pavilion w/ 30+ acres of green-space and picnic area at Sandy Gap Pond that this lot borders, the gated 285 acre community is enhanced by the spectacular waterfalls on the Whitewater River in the Nantahala National forest that it borders on 3 sides. This peaceful location has a gentle building site and adjoins the pond.. Comporium is installed through the subdivision for high speed internet, telephone and TV available.

13 Whitewater Ridge Rd, Sapphire

Listing courtesy of Betsy Paul Properties, Inc..

Listing courtesy of Betsy Paul Properties, Inc.

$75,000

1003825 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

This is a true getaway! Get that secluded feeling while enjoying the quietness and clean air of high elevation fabulous westerly views of Whiteside Mountain. With paved roads & new pavilion w/ 30+ acres of greenspace and picnic area at Sandy Gap Pond, the gated 285 acre community is enhanced by the spectacular waterfalls of the Whitewater River in the Nantahala National forest that it borders on 3 sides. This peaceful location has a water system and underground utilities This lot has a gentle building site , with part of a logging road that abuts the National Forest. Comporium is installed through the subdivision for high speed internet, telephone and tv is available.

16 Whitewater Ridge Rd, Sapphire

Listing courtesy of Betsy Paul Properties, Inc..

Listing courtesy of Betsy Paul Properties, Inc.

$65,000

1003858 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

A true getaway! Get that alone feeling while enjoying the quiet & clean air of high elev. Paved roads & new pavilion & Sandy Gap Pond. Wooded lot overlooks 30+ acres of greenspace. The gated 285 acre community is enhanced by the spectacular waterfalls of the Whitewater River in the Nantahala USFS that the subdivision borders on 3 sides. Peaceful location has newly built pavilion with Natl. Forest Access and the Whitewater River. Comporium is installed through the subdivision for high speed internet, telephone and TV is available.

31 Whitewater Ridge Rd, Sapphire

Listing courtesy of Betsy Paul Properties, Inc..

Listing courtesy of Betsy Paul Properties, Inc.

$95,000

1003829 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

This is a true getaway! Get that secluded feeling while enjoying the quietness and clean air of high elevation fabulous westerly views of Whiteside Mountain. With paved roads & new pavilion w/ 30+ acres of greenspace and picnic area at Sandy Gap Pond, the gated 285 acre community is enhanced by the spectacular waterfalls of the Whitewater River in the Nantahala National forest that it borders on 3 sides. This peaceful location has a water system, and underground utilities, This lot has a gentle building site , with part of a logging road that abuts the National Forest. Level build site at the top of the lot. Comporium is installed through the subdivision for high speed internet. Telephone and TV are also available through Comporium. Whiteside Mountain Views.

22 Whitewater Ridge Rd, Sapphire

Listing courtesy of Betsy Paul Properties, Inc..

Listing courtesy of Betsy Paul Properties, Inc.

$95,000

1003859 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Attention all Fly Fishermen, Whitewater Ridge Subdivision is surrounded by National Forest. Level build site at the top of the lot with Whiteside Mountain views and the Cashiers Mountains. The Pavilion has a walking path to the Whitewater River. Close to Gorges State Park and Whitewater Falls.

18 Whitewater Ridge Rd, Sapphire

Listing courtesy of Betsy Paul Properties, Inc..

Listing courtesy of Betsy Paul Properties, Inc.

$70,000

1003863 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

A true Getaway! Get that alone feeling while enjoying the quiet and clean air of high elevation. Paved roads and new pavilion & Sandy Gap Pond. Wooded lot overlooks 30+ acres of greenspace. The 285 acre community is enhanced by the spectacular waterfalls of the Whitewater River in the Nantahala USFS that the subdivision borders on 3 sides. Peaceful location has a water system, and underground utilities. Newly built amenities, pavilion with National Forest Access!

32 Whitewater Ridge Rd, Sapphire

Listing courtesy of Betsy Paul Properties, Inc..

Listing courtesy of Betsy Paul Properties, Inc.

$155,000

1003708 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Attention all Fly Fishermen, Whitewater Ridge Subdivision is surrounded by National Forest, The pavilion has a walking path to the Whitewater River. Mountain Views to the Southeast. Close to Gorges State Park and Whitewater Falls. Great building lot.

Ph1 L4 Whitewater Ridge Rd, Sapphire

Listing courtesy of Betsy Paul Properties, Inc..

Listing courtesy of Betsy Paul Properties, Inc.

$1,895,000

4 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ 4401027 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status

Bearwallow Lodge is a high-altitude sanctuary with rare triple-lake views — less than a three-hour drive from Atlanta, Charlotte, Asheville, and Columbia. VIEWS & SETTING: At 3,500 feet, this home offers genuine relief from lowland summer heat, with cool mornings, comfortable afternoons, and spectacular fall color ahead. This 4BR/5.5BA estate borders 10,000 acres of National Forest with hiking trails to fly fishing and multiple large waterfalls at the property line. Located in Whitewater Ridge — a gated enclave of 16 homes where a neighbor sold for $2.5M in March 2026. With exceptional views and superior ensuite livability, this home is a compelling value. MAIN LEVEL: Dramatic lodge room with Rumford fireplace, chef's kitchen, and main-level primary suite with steam shower. A screened porch with stone fireplace extends the living space, while four ensuite guest quarters ensure privacy and comfort for loved ones and friends. LOWER LEVEL & EFFICIENCY FEATURES: The walk-out lower level adds 1,230 sq ft of finished living space — a gathering room with Jotul Oslo wood stove, a 4th ensuite bedroom, and a dedicated exercise/recreation room. Solar-assisted radiant floor heating on every level, a 3.5KW photovoltaic array, a high-efficiency Trane heat pump, and high-speed fiber internet deliver low utilities and a true work-from-wilderness lifestyle. LIFESTYLE: Easy access to Gorges State Park, Panthertown Valley, and the pristine waters of Lakes Toxaway and Jocassee. Cashiers, Highlands, and Brevard are nearby, as is Burlingame Country Club. Positioned at the eastern gateway to the Plateau — high-altitude living with shorter drives to Asheville and Greenville airports than Highlands or Cashiers. Impeccably maintained as a lightly used second home — turnkey and move-in ready.

315 Jocassee Trail, Sapphire

Listing courtesy of Homecoin.com. info+nc@homecoin.com

$6,495,000

6 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ 1002775 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Windy Hill Lodge is an extraordinary mountain retreat set on 6.3 private acres at approximately 3,850 feet elevation within a gated community bordered by National Forest on three sides. The property offers sweeping long-range views across North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia, including iconic vistas of Whiteside, Yellow, Shortoff, and Big Terrapin Mountains, Rabun Bald, and the waters of Lakes Jocassee, Keowee, and Hartwell. Residents also enjoy access to a private 22-acre park with trails and the pristine Whitewater River, creating a rare combination of privacy, natural beauty, and outdoor recreation. This exceptional home—designed for hosting and extended stays, with exceptional flexibility beyond traditional bedroom count—features six well-appointed bedrooms and thoughtfully designed living areas that “sleep like a much larger home.” The upper level includes a custom bunk lounge with built-in sleeping niches and a whimsical treehouse-inspired hideaway, while the lower level offers a spacious flex studio with exterior access, full bath, and daybeds—ideal for guests, wellness, or private quarters. The expansive great room showcases a soaring 26-foot cathedral ceiling with exposed beams, rich oak floors, and a Tennessee fieldstone fireplace. Windows frame breathtaking mountain views and fill the home with natural light, while doors open to a covered porch with stone fireplace and outdoor dining—perfect for cool evenings and sunsets. The chef’s kitchen suits entertaining and everyday living with granite countertops, large island, butler’s pantry, and premium Dacor, GE Monogram, and KitchenAid appliances. A stand-alone bar with ice maker and refrigerator adds to the gathering appeal. The main-level primary suite is a private sanctuary with mountain and lake views, see-through gas fireplace, jetted tub, oversized steam shower, dual water closets, and cedar dressing room. Also on the main level are a guest bedroom with bath and a paneled library with fireplace. Upstairs includes a private guest suite with bath, sitting area, and wet bar. The lower level also provides two guest bedrooms with private baths, exercise and craft rooms, safe room, and a third garage with workshop. Additional features include a whole-house generator, central vacuum, four-zone HVAC, emergency water storage, mature landscaping, and extensive stonework—a rare opportunity to enjoy flexible, luxurious mountain living in the Blue Ridge.

951 Whitewater Ridge Rd, Sapphire

Listing courtesy of Cashiers Sotheby's International Realty.

Listing courtesy of Cashiers Sotheby's International Realty

$2,750,000

4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 1002719 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Welcome to Whitewater Ridge, a private gated mountaintop community perched at elevations above 3,800 feet, this 15 +/- acre retreat offers cool summer temperatures and sweeping views of endless mountain peaks. Surrounded by the Nantahala National Forest, residents enjoy direct access to hiking trails that wind through the community and connect to the Whitewater River, where sparkling waterfalls and trout-filled waters create the perfect escape. This meticulously maintained property offers the ideal blend of seclusion, adventure, and natural beauty. The home is a spacious 4-bedroom residence with a bonus room, family room, and lofted office, complete with four full bathrooms and one half bath thoughtfully spread across three levels. On the main level, the open kitchen and dining area flow seamlessly to a screened side porch with built-in grill, while the primary suite provides a private retreat with its own ensuite bath. A mudroom with coffee bar connects to the oversized two-car garage, ensuring both convenience and function. Upstairs, an open loft is currently set as an office, while two guest bedrooms each feature private baths and a versatile bonus room makes the perfect playroom or media space. On the lower level, a cozy family room with fireplace is ideal for movie or game nights, complemented by an additional guest bedroom, full bath, and even a second laundry closet designed for a stackable washer and dryer. From nearly every room in the house, you’ll experience breathtaking long-range mountain views. Practical details such as 2025 new exterior paint, a whole-home filtration system, smart HVAC, an encapsulated crawlspace, and a whole-home generator provide added comfort and peace of mind. Thoughtfully designed and beautifully situated, this home at Whitewater Ridge is more than just a residence—it’s a true mountain sanctuary.

240 Whitewater Ridge Rd, Sapphire

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Great Smokies.

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Great Smokies

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