160 Observation Point Rd

$269,000
Price
2
Beds
846 Sq. Ft.
$318 / Sq. Ft.
846
Sq. Ft.
$318
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Step back in time with this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath historic cottage at the Nantahala Village Resort. The cottage boasts a wormy chestnut interior, wood floors, and vintage details that lend it an antique style. Enjoy the private, covered porch and the expanded deck, which includes a hot tub with views of the national park through the trees. Guests and owners at the Village enjoy amenities, including a fitness center, tennis courts, swimming pool, and volleyball court. Additional offerings include...Step back in time with this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath historic cottage at the Nantahala Village Resort. The cottage boasts a wormy chestnut interior, wood floors, and vintage details that lend it an antique style. Enjoy the private, covered porch and the expanded deck, which includes a hot tub with views of the national park through the trees. Guests and owners at the Village enjoy amenities, including a fitness center, tennis courts, swimming pool, and volleyball court. Additional offerings include a full-service restaurant, indoor and outdoor meeting spaces, and a game room. The location, just 5 minutes from rafting and dining at the Nantahala Outdoor Center and 15 minutes from Bryson City, where you can explore shops, restaurants, and the National Park. This cozy cottage is a fantastic opportunity to invest in the Smoky Mountains without breaking the bank. HOA dues include water, sewer, trash removal, lawn maintenance, DirecTV, road maintenance, and access to all amenities.
  1. Listed by Megan Cookston • Yellow Rose Real Estate LLC • megan@yellowroserealty.com

Property Details for 160 Observation Point Road

Architectural Style
Cottage
View
Mountain(s)
Parking Features
Driveway
Community Features
Fitness Center, Game Court, Outdoor Pool, Recreation Area, Tennis Court(s)
Subdivision Name
Village Preserve At Nantahala Village
LISTING UPDATED: 12/01/2025 04:10 PM

Property Details for 160 Observation Point Road

StatusActive
MLS #4284631
Days on Market152
Taxes-
HOA Fees$291 / month
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1960
Lot Size0.08 AC / 3,397 SF
CountySwain County

Location

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Building Information for 160 Observation Point Road

Stories-Year Built1960Building Size-Lot Size0.08 AC / 3,397 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,681 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,329

Property Taxes

$61

HOA Dues

$291

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Property Information for 160 Observation Point Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Longitude: -83.55529137
  • Latitude: 35.35710034
  • Directions: HWY 74 west. Turn right at the Nantahala Village. Follow the main road that goes to the right of the lodge. Keep driving around to the backside of the hill. You will see a small wooden staircase on the right. Make a sharp turn and see the stone cottage on the left with the privacy fence.
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA YN: Yes
  • HOA Name: Nantahala Village HOA
  • HOA Phone: 678-751-7797
  • HOA Subject To: Required
  • HOA Subject To Dues: Mandatory
  • HOA Annual Expense: $3,493.20
  • Tax Assessed Value: $117,450.00
  • Parcel Number: 6641-00-26-3005
  • City Taxes Paid To: No City Taxes Paid
School Information
  • Middle Or Junior School: Unspecified
  • High School: Unspecified
  • Elementary School: Unspecified
Parking
  • Parking: Open Parking YN: No
  • Parking: Carport YN: No
  • Garage YN: No
  • Garage Main Level YN: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Elevation: 2000
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 638.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 208.0
  • Sq Ft Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Main: 638
  • Sq Ft Third: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 0
  • Sq Ft Upper: 0
  • Sq Ft Total Property HLA: 846.0
  • Lot Features: Hilly, Sloped, Wooded, Views
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Down Payment Resource YN: Yes
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Photos Count: 26
  • Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Assumable: No
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • Plat Book Slide: 4/2030
  • Restrictions: Deed
Green Features
  • Green Verification Count: 0
Utilities
  • Sewer: Other - See Remarks
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected
  • Water Source: Other - See Remarks
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: Two or More Access Exits
  • Exterior Features: Above Ground Hot Tub / Spa, Hot Tub, Lawn Maintenance
  • Fencing: Privacy, Wood
  • Construction Materials: Stone
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
  • Roof: Composition
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Electric Oven, Refrigerator
  • Levels: One
  • Cooling: Ductless
  • Heating: Ductless, Propane
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Other - See Remarks
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Foundation Details: Basement, Crawl Space
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Basement Features: Exterior Entry, Finished, Partial, Walk-Out Access
  • Bedroom Basement: 1
  • Bedroom Main: 1
  • Full Bath Basement: 0
  • Full Bath Main: 1
  • Half Bath Main: 0
Room Information
Room Information
  • Room Count: 1.0
Room 1
  • Room Types: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main

Property History for 160 Observation Point Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 1, 2025

Price Change

CANOPY #4284631

$269,000—
Jul 25, 2025

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4284631

$275,000—
Jan 25, 2024

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1526389870

$235,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/01/2025

Price Change

CANOPY #4284631

$269,000
07/25/2025

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4284631

$275,000
01/25/2024

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1526389870

$235,000

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Public Records for 160 Observation Point Road

Taxable ValueLand$33,750Additions$83,700Total$117,450
Tax Record2025$732 ($61 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt876 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt876 SqFtStories1Lot Size3,398 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1960CountySWAINAPN664100263005Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 160 Observation Point Road

This home is within Swain County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Swain Co West Elementary
PublicK to 5

Swain County Middle School
Public6 to 8

Swain County High School
Public9 to 12

Cherokee Extension High School
PublicK to 12

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160 Observation Point Road is a single family home for sale in Bryson City, NC 28713. This property was listed for sale on July 25, 2025 by Yellow Rose Real Estate LLC, it's currently listed at $269,000. It has been on the market for a total of 152 days and was last sold on January 25, 2024. This listing's school district is Swain County School District. Nearby schools include Swain Co West Elementary, Swain County Middle School and Swain County High School. 160 Observation Point Road is a 2-bed, 1-bath, 846 sqft single family home built in 1960.

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