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618 Dark Ridge Road

Sylva, NC 28779
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Discover the kind of mountain acreage that rarely comes to market anymore — 3.85 acres offering privacy, wooded beauty, and the freedom to create whatever retreat, homestead, or getaway you’ve imagined. Tucked into a quiet, natural setting, this property blends mature forest, rugged terrain, and pockets of usable land into a landscape that feels both wild and welcoming. For buyers seeking a place where they can build on their own terms, live simply, or escape into nature, this parcel offers a rare opportunity. The land is primarily wooded, with tall trees creating a canopy that shifts beautifully with the seasons — lush and green in summer, golden in fall, and open enough in winter to reveal the contours of the mountains around you. The terrain includes classic Western North Carolina sl ope, giving the property a sense of elevation, privacy, and natural character. The steeper sections create a peaceful buffer from neighboring parcels and offer the potential for long-range views with selective clearing. For buyers who appreciate the drama and beauty of true mountain land, this property delivers the authentic landscape they’re looking for. Several roughed-in roads wind through portions of the acreage, providing a valuable head start for access and exploration. These paths make it easier to reach the interior of the property, identify potential build sites, or simply enjoy the land as it is. A few small clearings already exist — ideal for staging materials, a tiny home, or beginning the early phases of a future build. These open spots give you options without taking away the wooded privacy that makes the property feel so secluded. The only recorded restriction is that no single wide manufactured homes or travel trailers are allowed. There is no HOA, so the possibilities here are wide open. Bring your tiny home, double or triple-wide manufactured home, or off-grid cabin plans. Create a short-term rental retreat, a private weekend escape, or a full-time residence tucked into the trees. A cleared area roughly 100 feet by 65 feet is the perfect setting for your dream home, or cabin. Use the land for recreation, hunting, gardening, or simply as a peaceful place to unwind. Buyers who want flexibility — the freedom to shape their land without limitations — will immediately recognize the value of a property like this. This is the kind of property that invites imagination. Picture a cabin perched above the trees, a deck overlooking the forest, or a quiet spot tucked-away in the trees where you can listen to the wind move through the branches. Imagine waking up surrounded by nature, spending your days exploring your own land, and ending evenings under a sky full of stars. Whether you’re looking for a long-term investment, a future build site, or a private mountain escape, this 3.85-acre parcel offers a rare blend of natural beauty, privacy, and possibility. Lightly restricted land of this size and character is increasingly hard to find in Western North Carolina. If you’ve been searching for a place where you can build freely, live simply, or create a retreat that reflects your own vision, this wooded mountain acreage is ready to become whatever you imagine Additional home at 583 Dark Ridge Rd across the street (MLS #4394353) and adjoining 2.25 acre lot (MLS #4394697) are also available for sale. Amazing opportunity!

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Property Type : Land

Price : $69,500

AD Id : 85053426

MLS Id : CAR4394738

Lot Size : 3.85 Acres(Lot)

County : Jackson

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  • Water Source

    WaterSource: Well Needed

  • Lot Information

    Lot Size Area: 3.85 acre

    Property Information

    Property Type: Land Sub Type: Acreage

  • Listing Price Information

    Original List Price:$69500

  • Tax Information

    Tax Assessed Value: 62180 Parcel Number: 7672-26-4466

  • School Information

    Elementary School: Scotts Creek Junior High School: Scotts Creek Senior High School: Unspecified
  • Utility Information

    Sewer: Septic Needed Water Source: Well Needed
  • Location Information

    City: Sylva Direction: Highway 74 West to Skyland Drive, Right on Skyland, Right on Willets Road, Right on Dark Ridge Road, GPS may tell you to turn on Spicewood Valley Road, do not turn there, continue on Dark Ridge, sign for lot on right-hand side, across from 583 Dark Ridge Road. Appointment required for showing.
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MLS: CAROLINA #4394738 LISTED BY: Cate Campbell, Keller Williams Great Smokies 828-926-5155 SOURCE: CAROLINA (Canopy MLS) (Listings courtesy of CAROLINA (Canopy MLS) as distributed by MLS GRID)

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