Riverfront Recreation Land with Camper
For Sale
$789,000
788 Cowee Tunnel Road, Sylva, NC 28779
LAND - Sylva, NC
Property SizeContact for details
Lot Size8.98 Acres
Days on Market108
Property Features for 788 Cowee Tunnel Road
General Information
Property type
Land
Property subtype
Other
Lot features
Level, Private, River Front, Rolling Slope, Sloped, Wooded, Views
View
Water
Elementary school
Fairview
Middle school
Smoky Mountain
High school
Smoky Mountain
Directions
From Asheville take I-40 West toward Canton/Knoxville. Stay on I-40 West for about 28 miles. Take Exit 27 Follow signs for US-74 West / US-23 South toward Sylva and Merge onto US-74 West / US-23 South Continue for about 18 miles. Take Exit 81 (Dillsboro / US-441)Turn left onto US-441 South Continue briefly, then:Turn right onto Macktown Road stay straight up hill Turn onto Cowee Tunnel Road Follow it until you reach 788 Cowee Tunnel Rd
Standard status
Active
APN
7622-81-1407
Lot size
8.98 Acres
Taxes and HOA fees
Tax Description
OFF TUNNEL MOUNTAIN RD
Legal Description
OFF TUNNEL MOUNTAIN RD
Utilities
Utilities
Cable Available
Water source
Well
Listing Agency:
Keller Williams Great Smokies · Keller Williams Realty
(828) 926-5155
Listed By:
Holly Fletcher · License #234256
(828) 734-6429
Added: May 4
Changed: Aug 5
Last Checked: Aug 19 at 4:06PM
MLS# 4376160
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
This riverfront parcel is positioned along the Tuckasegee River and includes infrastructure intended to reduce time and upfront site work. Improvements already in place include a private well, septic system, gravel driveway, and a graded house pad designed to take advantage of broad, year-round river views. There is also a dedicated camper pad with electric and internet for immediate use, and a 2021 camper is available for purchase. The property’s layout and natural setting support privacy while keeping the site functional for recreation today and future construction plans.
Located at 788 Cowee Tunnel Road in Sylva, NC (Jackson County), the property is described as being downriver from Dillsboro River Company, with the first whitewater visible from the site. The listing notes convenient access to both Dillsboro and Sylva, positioned for quick reach to everyday shopping and dining while maintaining an outdoor-focused, secluded feel.
For buyers looking to enjoy the outdoors from their own property, the site offers a practical base for river recreation and trout fishing, with access to wadeable areas as well as deeper runs and pools. The river is also described as suitable for tubing, kayaking, and paddle sports. The listing further states there is potential to establish a private river access trail or launch point, supporting a personalized way to use the shoreline year-round.
Located at 788 Cowee Tunnel Road in Sylva, NC (Jackson County), the property is described as being downriver from Dillsboro River Company, with the first whitewater visible from the site. The listing notes convenient access to both Dillsboro and Sylva, positioned for quick reach to everyday shopping and dining while maintaining an outdoor-focused, secluded feel.
For buyers looking to enjoy the outdoors from their own property, the site offers a practical base for river recreation and trout fishing, with access to wadeable areas as well as deeper runs and pools. The river is also described as suitable for tubing, kayaking, and paddle sports. The listing further states there is potential to establish a private river access trail or launch point, supporting a personalized way to use the shoreline year-round.
Key Highlights
- Over 8 acres of premier Tuckasegee Riverfront property, a highly desirable recreational and trout fishing waterway.
- Extensive improvements already in place: private well, septic system, gravel driveway, and graded house pad with river views.
- Camper pad with electric and internet allows for immediate use; 2021 camper available for purchase.
Property Analytics
Property Profile
Current Use
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
30
Businesses Nearby
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Demographics for 28779, NC
16,586
Population
9,551
Households
1.7
Avg Household Size
43
Median Age
28%
College-Educated
93%
High-School Grad
108.0 sq mi
ZIP Area
154
Density / Sq Mi
$54,407
Median Household Income
$35,261
Median Earnings
$803
Median Rent
$234,200
Median Home Value
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Waterfront Land - Riverfront land on the Tuckasegee River with utilities and a graded house pad for immediate planning.
Where is this waterfront land located?
The property is located at 788 Cowee Tunnel Road Sylva, NC.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $789,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Over 8 acres of premier Tuckasegee Riverfront property, a highly desirable recreational and trout fishing waterway.; Extensive improvements already in place: private well, septic system, gravel driveway, and graded house pad with river views.; Camper pad with electric and internet allows for immediate use; 2021 camper available for purchase.
