4900 Preserve Rd

Sylva, NC 28779

$4,395,000
Price
4
Beds
6,625 Sq. Ft.
$663 / Sq. Ft.
6,625
Sq. Ft.
$663
per Sq. Ft.
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Step into a home unlike any other in Western North Carolina, where reclaimed history and forward thinking design come together on a private two acre homestead at 4,320 feet. Wrapped on every side by conservation land, with western views that stretch toward the horizon and shift with the light all day long, this is a home that feels less built than discovered, as if from the mountain itself. At the heart of the home is its reclaimed sinker cypress, found throughout the structural timbers and beyond....Step into a home unlike any other in Western North Carolina, where reclaimed history and forward thinking design come together on a private two acre homestead at 4,320 feet. Wrapped on every side by conservation land, with western views that stretch toward the horizon and shift with the light all day long, this is a home that feels less built than discovered, as if from the mountain itself. At the heart of the home is its reclaimed sinker cypress, found throughout the structural timbers and beyond. Recovered from river bottoms by the legendary "swamp men", whose work has been featured on the History Channel, this cypress spent more than a century submerged in water before being rediscovered. That century underwater transformed the wood, giving it a density, color, durability, and richness that simply cannot be replicated, and a story that few homes can tell. Douglas Fir, Heart Pine, and Cypress carry that craftsmanship to the siding, soffits, fascia, trim, doors, floors, and porches, while reclaimed white oak cabinetry and high end Marvin window sash frames continue it inside. Locally sourced mica feldspar quartz forms the rock walls, sidewalks, and exterior stone features that root the home firmly in its mountain setting. This is also one of the most thoughtfully engineered homes you will find anywhere in the region. LEED Gold Certified and Energy Star Qualified, it runs on a sophisticated geothermal and solar thermal system providing radiant floor heat and domestic hot water, supported by a south facing solar PV and hot water collector grid with inverter. An ERV fresh air system keeps indoor air exceptionally clean, rainwater harvesting sustains the landscaping, and an eco shake roof of recycled wood shake shingles reinforced with vinyl and cellulose fiber tops it all off. Should the grid ever go down, a whole home Generac generator, in bedroom LP heatilators, floor to ceiling gas fireplace, a pellet stove, and a manual well head pump ensure the home keeps running without interruption. Four ensuite bedrooms, a private office, exercise room, cedar sauna, wine cellar, elevator, and dog shower round out a layout built for comfort and everyday life, while thoughtful accessibility features, including an ingress and egress ramp, elevator access to all floors, and a curbless shower, make this home as livable as it is beautiful. Upstairs, the guest suites open onto Juliet balconies, framing the views from the moment you wake. Step outside and the experience continues. A screened porch with built in grill, a screened deck, an outdoor shower, an outdoor fireplace, and a stone and brick paver veranda overlook a rare flat, fenced backyard and a sprawling terrace level made for gathering. A fully functional professional greenhouse rounds out the grounds, ready for whatever you choose to grow. Above the garage, a newly renovated ensuite guest suite offers a private retreat for visitors, while the terrace level features a beautifully appointed second kitchen, newly completed by Clark and Leatherwood, opening the door to true multigenerational living. All of this sits within Balsam Mountain Preserve, one of Western North Carolina's most acclaimed mountain communities. Thousands of acres of protected forestland, miles of hiking trails, an Arnold Palmer Signature golf course, an equestrian center, a wellness center, and a clubhouse with fine dining and panoramic views await just beyond your door, alongside a vibrant calendar of community life built around conservation and connection. This is a home that must be experienced in person to be fully understood, and once you do, it is impossible to forget.
  1. Listed by Premier Sotheby’s International Realty • 919-622-4082

Property Details for 4900 Preserve Road

Architectural Style
Post and Beam
View
Long Range, Mountain(s), Year Round
Parking Features
Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Garage Faces Side, Keypad Entry
Community Features
Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Game Court, Gated, Golf, Helipad, Outdoor Pool, Picnic Area, Pond, Putting Green, Recreation Area, Tennis Court(s), Walking Trails
Subdivision Name
Balsam Mountain Preserve
LISTING UPDATED: 07/08/2026 05:03 AM

Property Details for 4900 Preserve Road

StatusActive
MLS #4393548
Days on Market1
Taxes-
HOA Fees$1,995 / quarter
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2008
Lot Size2.04 AC / 88,862 SF
CountyJackson County
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Building Information for 4900 Preserve Road

Stories-Year Built2008Building Size-Lot Size2.04 AC / 88,862 SF

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$23,810 per month

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$21,901

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$1,244

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Property Information for 4900 Preserve Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Longitude: -83.09684188
  • Latitude: 35.38817043
  • Directions: Meet agent at Balsam Mountain Preserve sales office located directly off Preserve Rd before gate on the left. Follow agent to home from that location. The community has two gates. Make sure to come to the main gate area on PRESERVE RD. There is a large sign for the community directly off the highway. Road is paved.
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA YN: Yes
  • HOA Name: Balsam Mountain Preserve Community Association
  • HOA Name2: The Club at Balsam Mountain
  • HOA Email2: tjones@balsammountain.com
  • HOA Subject To: Required
  • HOA Subject To Dues: Mandatory
  • HOA Fee2: $1,697.50
  • HOA Fee2 Frequency: Monthly
  • HOA Annual Expense: $28,350.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: $4,263,339.00
  • Parcel Number: 7672-91-2323
  • 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: Other: 2 car garage on main. 1 car garage with workspace in basement. large driveway
  • Parking: Carport YN: No
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Garage Main Level YN: Yes
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Lot Information
  • Elevation: 4000
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 3977.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 2229.0
  • Builder Name: Clark & Leatherwood
  • Sq Ft Garage: 1628
  • Sq Ft Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Main: 2524
  • Sq Ft Third: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 0
  • Sq Ft Upper: 1453
  • Sq Ft Second Living Quarters HLA: 419.0
  • Sq Ft Total Property HLA: 6625.0
  • Lot Features: Green Area, Level, Private, Rolling Slope, Wooded, Views, Other - See Remarks
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Down Payment Resource YN: No
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Photos Count: 48
  • Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road, Road Maintenance Agreement
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Assumable: No
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • Restrictions: Architectural Review, Manufactured Home Not Allowed, Modular Not Allowed, Short Term Rental Allowed, Signage, Square Feet
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Installed
  • Utilities: Propane, Solar, Underground Power Lines, Underground Utilities, Other - See Remarks
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Elevator, Outdoor Shower, Rainwater Catchment, Sauna, Other - See Remarks
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced
  • Construction Materials: Metal, Stone, Wood, Other - See Remarks
  • Patio And Porch Features: Balcony, Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Rear Porch, Screened, Side Porch
  • Pool Private YN: No
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Gravel, Paved, Other
  • Roof: Metal, Wood Rafters, Wood Trusses, Other - See Remarks
  • Horse Amenities: Arena, Barn, Boarding Facilities, Equestrian Facilities, Hay Storage, Horses Allowed, Paddocks, Pasture, Riding Trail, Tack Room, Trailer Storage, Wash Rack
  • Other Structures: Greenhouse
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, Freezer, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Solar Hot Water
  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Other Equipment: Generator
  • Cooling: Central Air, Geothermal, Humidity Control, Zoned
  • Heating: Active Solar, Central, Geothermal, Propane, Radiant Floor, Zoned
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Central Vacuum, Elevator, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Sauna, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Pantry, Wet Bar
  • Laundry Features: Mud Room, Inside, Laundry Room, Lower Level, Main Level, Multiple Locations
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Great Room, Living Room, Pellet Stove, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Door Features: Insulated Door(s), Pocket Doors, Sliding Doors
  • Window Features: Insulated Window(s)
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Basement Features: Daylight, Finished
  • Bedroom Basement: 1
  • Bedroom Main: 1
  • Bedroom Upper: 2
  • Full Bath Basement: 1
  • Full Bath Main: 1
  • Full Bath Second LQ: 1
  • Full Bath Upper: 2
  • Half Bath Basement: 1
  • Half Bath Main: 1
  • Half Bath Second LQ: 0
  • Half Bath Upper: 0
  • Second Living Quarters: Guest House, Interior Connected, Separate Entrance, Upper Level Garage
Room Information
Room Information
  • Room Count: 22.0
Room 1
  • Room Types: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main
Room 2
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Main
Room 3
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Half
  • Room Level: Main
Room 4
  • Room Types: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
Room 5
  • Room Types: Dining Area
  • Room Level: Main
Room 6
  • Room Types: Great Room-Two Story
  • Room Level: Main
Room 7
  • Room Types: Library
  • Room Level: Main
Room 8
  • Room Types: Mud
  • Room Level: Main
Room 9
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 10
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 11
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 12
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 13
  • Room Types: Loft
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 14
  • Room Types: 2nd Kitchen
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 15
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 16
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 17
  • Room Types: Living Room
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 18
  • Room Types: Exercise Room
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 19
  • Room Types: Wine Cellar
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 20
  • Room Types: Bonus Room
  • Room Level: 2nd Living Quarters
Room 21
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: 2nd Living Quarters
Room 22
  • Room Types: Utility Room
  • Room Level: Basement

Property History for 4900 Preserve Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 7, 2026

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4393548

$4,395,000—
Oct 14, 2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1475015029

$3,375,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/07/2026

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4393548

$4,395,000
10/14/2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1475015029

$3,375,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 4900 Preserve Road

Taxable ValueLand$400,000Additions$3,528,352Total$3,928,352
Tax Record2025$14,928 ($1,244 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt6,000 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt6,000 SqFtStories2Lot Size87,120 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2008CountyJACKSONAPN7672-91-2323Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 4900 Preserve Road

This home is within Jackson County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Scotts Creek Elementary
Public - PK to 8
Smoky Mountain High
Public - 9 to 12
Jackson Community School
Public - 5 to 12
Jackson County Early College
Public - 9 to 13
Rating
School
Distance
Scotts Creek Elementary
PublicPK to 8

Smoky Mountain High
Public9 to 12

Jackson Community School
Public5 to 12

Jackson County Early College
Public9 to 13

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 4900 Preserve Road, Sylva, NC 28779

4900 Preserve Road is a single family home for sale in Sylva, NC 28779. This property was listed for sale on July 7, 2026 by Premier Sotheby’s International Realty, it's currently listed at $4,395,000. It has been on the market for a total of 1 days and was last sold on October 14, 2021. This listing's school district is Jackson County School District. Nearby schools include Scotts Creek Elementary, Smoky Mountain High and Jackson Community School. 4900 Preserve Road is a 4-bed, 7-bath, 6,625 sqft single family home built in 2008.

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