For saleVirtual tour
$299,000
4.5 acres
9.9 mi straight lineto Cataloochee Ski Area
Tbd Chestnut Walk DrWaynesville, NC 28786
Land and lots · MLS 11560523
Listing courtesy of National Land Realty, Western NC · MyStateMLS
For sale
$385,000
1.13 acres
152 Mandolin CtTuckasegee, NC 28783
Land and lots · MLS 11467642 · Listed 574 days ago (Apr 4, 2025)
7.7 mi straight line to Ski Sapphire Valley (local ski area) · Ski access details
For sale: On the market and available to show.
About this land
Retreat to the North Carolina mountains at this 2500+ acre one of a kind mountain hideaway. Bear Lake Reserve(BLR) borders Bear Creek Lake, which is large enough for motorized craft, while lot#152 is located on a quiet cove perfect for swimming, paddleboarding, or kayaking. This 1.13 acre lot provides easy lake access to an "easy-build " homesite,which should save thousands in site-prep costs. The lot shares a dock with the adjacent lot and is located on a cul-de-sac, with water,electric, and internet capability on-site.A county septic permit provides for a home with up to 5br. BLR has a full service club,with fine/casual dining,two pools, a hot tub, fitness center, sauna sandy beach and boat rentals. The gated community includes a mountaintop Jack Nicklaus designed golf course, pickleball/tennis courts, hiking trails,and two private trout streams.
Description provided by the listing brokerage.
Ski access and nearby skiing
Why this listing is on Where2Ski: Measured distance to a ski area. It sits within 25 straight-line miles of an operating ski area's mapped entrance or base.
| Ski area | Type | Straight-line distance | Measured to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ski Sapphire ValleyNC · homes near it | Local ski area | 7.7 mi | Resort parking lot (unnamed OSM lot inside Sapphire Valley Ski Resort area)Visitor entrance, lodge or trailhead |
| Cataloochee Ski AreaNC · homes near it | Alpine resort | 23 mi | Visitor entranceVisitor entrance, lodge or trailhead |
| Ober Gatlinburg Ski Area & Adventure ParkTN · homes near it | Alpine resort | 43 mi | Base areaBase area (mapped point) |
Straight-line miles to each ski area's base or entrance, measured Oct 30, 2026, 6:39 PM UTC. Winter drives can take longer.
Ski access claims
The listing doesn't describe ski-in, ski-out, a short walk or a shuttle. The agent can tell you how owners get to the slopes.
Ski access is as described by the listing brokerage. Confirm trail access, easements and any pass or membership with Steve Koleno of BEYCOME OF FLORIDA LLC.
Features for skiers
- Hot tub or spa (mentioned in description)
How listings qualify · Report a wrong distance or ski-access claim
Facts
- List price
- $385,000
- Status
- For sale
- Property type
- Land and lots
- Lot size
- 1.13 acres
- County
- Jackson County
- HOA / association fee
- $475 monthly
- MLS number
- 11467642
- Annual property tax (2024)
- $475
Facts are provided by the listing brokerage.
Location
Pin placed from the listing's coordinates, which can be approximate. See more listings in Tuckasegee.
Price and status history
Changes seen in MyStateMLS data since Oct 29, 2026. Sold prices are not published.
Estimate a monthly payment
$77,000
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From the listing (tax year 2024). Taxes can change after a sale.
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Manufactured homes on a leased lot.
Applied only while the loan is over 80% of the price. Illustrative.
Estimated monthly payment
$2,574 per month
Principal and interest$1,947
Property tax$40
Homeowners insurance$113
HOA dues$475
Loan amount$308,000
Total interest over the term$392,837
An estimate for comparison only. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, PMI and fees depend on your lender, credit, location and loan program.
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Questions to ask before you buy
Good questions for any home near the slopes.
- How is the property reached in winter, and who plows the road and driveway?A short straight-line distance can still mean a long or seasonal drive. Private roads, gates and mountain passes all shape winter access.
- Is there documented ski access from the property (trail, easement, lift), and does it transfer to a buyer?Rights to cross neighboring land or use a lift come from recorded easements and agreements, so a ski-in or ski-out description is where the question starts.
- Are there association, resort or club fees, and what do they cover?Some ski-area communities charge fees that cover only certain amenities, so ask what lift tickets, passes and services are included.
- Are there rules on renting the home short-term or long-term?Local ordinances, association covenants and deed restrictions all set rental rules, and they differ from place to place.
- What do heating, snow removal, winterization and utilities cost over a season?Ownership costs in snow country often run higher than the mortgage estimate suggests.
- For land: is there legal year-round access, and what utilities, septic and building rules apply?Seasonal roads and steep lots can limit what can be built and when it can be reached.
Printable due-diligence checklist · Ski home ownership budget
Guides and next steps
Listing courtesy of BEYCOME OF FLORIDA LLC. Listing agent: Steve Koleno. Listings provided by MyStateMLS.
Listing updated Jun 15, 2026, 4:38 PM UTC, MyStateMLS data received Oct 30, 2026, 6:32 PM UTC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.