Located in Upper Panther Creek, this charming 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath cabin offers a peaceful retreat with winter mountain views and the soothing sound of rushing water. Whether you're seeking a vacation rental, second home, or full-time residence, this property has great potential. Updates include a new roof (2020), pressure tank, and water heater (2024), laminate wood flooring. The septic system has been pumped and re-piped recently, and the well pump was replaced within the last three years. The cozy interior features a wood stove, a mini-split for heating and cooling, and a layout ready for your personal touch. The deck has been redone, though railings are still needed to be finished, and while many projects have been completed, there’s still room for your creative updates. With no restrictions, this cabin is an ideal investment for a short-term rental in a private location that’s just a short drive from hiking trails, kayaking spots, scenic vistas, and boating opportunities.
Just 5 min from Fontana Lake you'll find Rocky Creek Cottage in the gated neighborhood of Almond Estates. This Watershed Cabin RENTAL comes TURNKEY with modern-rustic decor & easy access off paved Watia Rd. It has an open floor plan & vaulted ceilings with views out to the hot tub deck & firepit in a lovely, wooded setting. There’s lots of storage & 1 car garage. On the main floor is the open kitchen, dining & living area with wood burning fireplace that walks out to the hot tub deck. New appliances & new carpet added in '22. The Primary BR is also on this level with an ensuite bath, as is the laundry. Upstairs has a bonus sleeping loft with a Q bed & futon, its own full bath renovated in '20, then there's a bunk bedroom with 2nd full bath added in 2020. This is an excellent, secluded location, yet less than 15 min from Nantahala Gorge, the Nantahala Outdoor Center, Tsali Rec Area & quaint Bryson City with groceries, shopping, eateries, the Smoky Mtn Nat'l Park & many area attractions.
Almond is located in North Carolina. Almond, North Carolina 28702has a population of 2,750. Almond 28702 is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 15.66% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 25.5%.
The median household income in Almond, North Carolina 28702 is $57,981. The median household income for the surrounding county is $48,608 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Almond 28702 is 48.5 years.
The average high temperature in July is 89.7 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 29.2 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 46.5 inches per year, with 2.9 inches of snow per year.