Bryson City - Recently cleared, unrestricted property that lays well. Convenient to downtown, grocery shopping, Deep Creek, tubing, hiking, and Harrah's Cherokee Casino. Bring your RV, tiny home, mobile home, barndominium, animals, or chickens. Featuring a stream, 3 bedroom installed septic, and a spring that could potentially be brought back to use. Don't miss this rare find!
6.15+/- Unrestricted Acres! Looking for a buildable, unrestricted property that's both conveniently located AND affordable? You just found it. Located on Lower Alaska Road, just steps from Alarka Creek and only minutes to Downtown Bryson City, this beautiful mountain tract is just waiting for you to build your cabin, tiny home or showstopper mountain retreat. With deeded ROW access to the property from Twin Cove Road, don't let the percieved steepness fool you, this property is usable and beautiful with potential long range views. Come get it before its gone.
4+/- Acre lot in Bryson City! Finding the perfect spot to build your dream home isn’t always easy. Often times you end up making sacrifices. Whether its the view, the location, the proximity to local attractions and conveniences, it’s rare to find a property that has everything you want and more. This is such a property. From the moment you enter the gates of Bryson Gap Preserve you get a sense of pride, of accomplishment and a sense of belonging. You have arrived. The beautful executive homes sprinkled throughout the community reside on large, multi-acre homesites which add to the feeling of privacy while still providing a sense of neighborhood community. Relax and enjoy the vast long range views of the Smoky Mountain National Park from your deck or visit the many shops and restaraunts of Bryson City which is only 5 minutes away. With white water rafting, hiking, boating, fly fishing, mountain biking and more just minutes away, you truly can have it all. Come build your dream home and live your best life here in the mountains. You’ve earned it.
Gorgeous 2.5± acre homesite overlooking the Settlement at Thomas Divide community horse pastures! This easy-to-build lot offers the perfect spot for pasture views and great opportunity to have your own barn and use the community pastures right in front of the homesite! All this located in a welcoming mountain community just 8 minutes from Bryson City. The neighborhood directly adjoins the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, providing access to over 500 miles of hiking and riding trails. Enjoy wide, gently graded roads and convenient access to your future homesite. The community features a preserved horse pasture complete with a barn and riding ring, perfect for equestrian enthusiasts. Designed for those who love the outdoors, the area offers endless opportunities for hiking, biking, fishing, and horseback riding. A scenic walking and riding trail winds around the pasture, while more adventurous residents will appreciate the easy access to the Park’s trail system at the back entrance of Deep Creek.
Above the tranquil waters of Lake Fontana, this exceptional 3.36-acre home site offers a rare opportunity to create a private mountain retreat in the sought-after Rockledge community. Adjacent to an elegant contemporary residence and set within a serene, forested landscape, the property provides breathtaking panoramic views of the lake and surrounding mountains, along with a sense of seclusion and natural beauty. Rockledge is intentionally designed for those seeking escape rather than obligation. Free from formality of traditional club communities, there are no initiation fees or club dues. The community attracts individuals and families looking to create a mountain hideaway, one defined by privacy, freedom and connection to nature. Thoughtfully planned, Rockledge blends distinctive homesites with generous conservation areas that preserve the land’s natural topography and scenic character. Residents enjoy access to the private Rockledge Lodge, offering sweeping views of Fontana Lake in an atmosphere of relaxed rustic elegance, along with a two-story marina pavilion, swimming, boating, and miles of recreational and biking trails. Ideally above the Nantahala Outdoor Center, this homesite places world-class outdoor recreation, including kayaking, rafting, hiking and mountain biking, just minutes away. This is a rare opportunity to build a custom mountain sanctuary in one of Lake Fontana’s thoughtfully designed communities, where nature, privacy and lifestyle seamlessly converge.
58+/- UNRESTRICTED acres with truly ONE OF A KIND views of Fontana Lake and the Smoky Mountain National Park! This proeprty is in the perfect location being only 10 minutes from downtown Bryson City and the Nantahala Outdoor Center, 5 minutes from two boat landings for Fontana Lake, Tsali mountain bike and horse trails just across the road! With a well established road system already in place leading to 5 ready to go homesites, the hardest part about buying this property will be deciding where to build your forever mountain home! You could also take the business approach and subdivide into many homesites!
.25 acres near downtown Bryson City with city water and sewer. Limited restrictions: no livestock, no metal siding or roofing. Dirt road access, off paved public road.
Welcome to your private retreat in The Falls, a prestigious 400-acre gated community renowned for its scenic beauty. This exceptional lot, perched at over 3,600 feet elevation, offers breathtaking sunrise and sunset views, which could be enhanced with additional tree clearing. Accessed via paved roads that meander past stunning waterfalls, this high-elevation property ensures tranquility and seclusion. Surrounded by undeveloped tribal lands and conveniently close to Bryson City and the four lane highway, you'll enjoy both privacy and accessibility. The community features underground utilities, including high-speed internet, ensuring modern conveniences amidst the natural splendor. Experience the best of outdoor living with miles of hiking trails, rivers and creeks in the area perfect for paddling and fishing, and proximity to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Windy country roads offer picturesque drives through amazing vistas and serene landscapes. This lot is a rare gem for those seeking an idyllic mountain lifestyle. The developer is providing seller financing options for this lot.
11.5+/- Unrestricted Acres in Bryson City! Are you looking for unrestricted mountain land that is suitable for tiny homes, RV’s, glamping, or building a mountain getaway? How about a property with fenced pastures, a private creek and even a barn? This beautiful unrestricted property offers all of this and more. With TWO separate septic systems in place and THREE power services installed, this property features gently sloped and terraced sections perfect for building, gardening or developing. All this and only 15 minutes to downtown Bryson City and even closer to world class fly fishing, mountain biking, hiking and white water rafting. Whether you dream of having your very own mountain hobby farm, developing a tiny home community or anything in between, don’t miss this one, it is a must see!
18.55+/- Acres in Swain County! Being just minutes from downtown Bryson City, this property offers the perfect blend of privacy as well as the convenience of city living! This property has the potential to have gorgeous mountain views with a little tree removal. With elevation topping out just shy of 3,200', imagine cool summer evenings around a campfire, and watching the snow front make its way in from the distance during the winter months! Come take a look for yourself and see if this property checks all of your boxes!
6.4+/- Acres for all you Bryson City lovers! Great location in Swain County in a gated community, just 15 minutes from downtown Bryson City. This beautiful property is in close proximity to the Little Tennessee River, and thousands of acres of Nantahala Forest Service & Game Land.
This property feels secluded but is only 18 minutes to town, very close to the Little Tennessee River, and located between town and the Nantahala Gorge/GSMP. Enjoy the incredible views while you absorb the peace and tranquility of your surroundings! All while living within minutes to hiking, biking, rafting, kayaking, etc., and the quaint shops and restaurants of picturesque downtown Bryson City.
Discover an exceptional opportunity to own a prime lot in the stunning lakefront development of Rockledge! Immerse yourself in breathtaking mountain and lake views from your very own excavated homesite perched at the end of the road. This expansive 4.64-acre property boasts a small stream along one boundary and includes a 3-bedroom septic permit, valid for five years. Enjoy an array of outstanding amenities designed to enhance your lifestyle, including a private lakefront access area with covered boat slips, a clubhouse complete with an equipped kitchen, an outdoor grilling area, a fitness center, a vibrant kids' playground, and an indoor gaming area. With two entrances—one offering direct access to the renowned Nantahala Outdoor Center and its thrilling outdoor adventures—this location is truly unbeatable. Additionally, the Seller is ready to share a set of custom-designed house plans tailored to this property so that you can envision your dream home from the very start. Don’t miss out on this incredible chance to create the life you've always wanted in this beautiful setting! Check out the artist renderings in the advertisement for inspiration for your future home!
Hard to find UNRESTRICTED acreage in Nantahala! The location is in the middle of an outdoor lover's paradise! Adventure awaits on this 4.276-acre property. The Seller has spared no expense in preparing this land for building. Much of the guesswork is over, given the spacious homesite and driveway, along with an installed 2-bedroom septic system, erosion-control matting, and a retaining wall. There may even be the possibility of building another home on the additional land included in the asking price. There is a flat area that may accommodate a small house or a garage. This property offers a multitude of options-a great location to build, camp, use your RV, or whatever you desire! Just minutes to the Nantahala Outdoor Center, the Appalachian Trail, USFS, Fontana Lake, Bryson City, and the National Park!
This 2.5-acre lot combines convenience, beauty, and readiness to build, and a low square footage requirement. Enjoy easy access to both Fontana Lake and Bryson City, with incredible south and west-facing views. The community offers a private dock for day use lake-access, while paved roads make travel simple year-round. The property includes permits for a well and a 3-bedroom septic system, so you can close and develop soon. The elongated, cleared homesite provides ample room for a home plus a garage, workshop, or gardens. With low HOA dues and the quickest route to Bryson from any Fontana Lake subdivision, this lot delivers the ideal blend of mountain privacy and accessibility.
Located in Mountain Overlook with paved roads and great view potential. Lot and driveway was just cleared plus a view opening was cut through the trees.
This opportunity is truly unique—a reasonable HOA with no minimum square footage requirement, and the freedom to camp on your own property! In addition to this rare perk, the homesite already features a driveway and a small cleared area with stunning mountain views to the east and north. The vistas from this ridge-top parcel can be further enhanced with some tree trimming, and the property line extends from the ridge to the far side of the access road, unlocking even more potential for breathtaking scenery. If you’re seeking privacy, a peaceful community with sensible restrictions, and a location just 20 minutes from Bryson City, 35 minutes from Franklin, and 30 minutes from the NOC, this property is a must-see!
This lot has a lovely trail, running down the side of it next to a Creek. Community is well-established with many homes already completed, several under construction and residents already living in the neighborhood. Amenities close to Queens Lake include a equestrian center w/ stables and riding ring, stocked fishing pond, trail system, lakefront clubhouse w/ boat storage, celestial observatory w/ rotating dome and a 2nd riverfront clubhouse w/ park and guest quarters where you can stay before you build. Amenities are fully built and ready for you to come see and enjoy today. You can build when and with whom you choose. Excellent vacation home potential with established homes bringing in as much as $800 to $1000 a night!
This exceptional property will not be available for long. It offers unrestricted land in the sought-after Deep Creek area, featuring a prime location with spectacular mountain views and easy access—just minutes from downtown Bryson City. Situated near the scenic Deep Creek and the entrance to Great Smoky Mountain National Park, this lot provides an ideal setting for a tiny home, yurt, modular residence, or other flexible housing options, with no restrictions in this small, welcoming neighborhood. Property features include: Shared well (requires power connection to reservoir pump and house hookup) Two-bedroom septic system (each lot has its own tank, sharing drain field lines; designed for two bedrooms) Drain field located below the rock wall on this lot Enjoy the tranquility of mountain living combined with convenient access to local amenities. This versatile, unrestricted land is perfect for those seeking a private retreat or a flexible building site near nature.
Perched above town, this private mountain retreat is accessed by a short scenic gravel driveway lined with trees, opening up to breathtaking mountain and city views. The elevated setting provides a peaceful, tucked-away feel while still being incredibly convenient — just 2 minutes from Bryson City Bakery, Bryson City Outdoors Brewery, and Pasqualino’s, 3 minutes to the Post Office, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Hallmark-like downtown, 5 minutes to Ingles Grocery Store and Darnell Farms and in 10 minutes you are hiking in the Great Smoky’s National Park. World renown white water rafting and the Nantahala Outdoor Center is a scenic 15 minute drive away. ***Owners plan to pave the area near the entrance to their home at 75 Bacon and the initial turnoff from Bacon Dr. to the lot. Work is planned for April. Every detail has been prepared for your dream build: city water, underground power, and septic are already in place, along with a substantial, professionally installed house pad. This thoughtful groundwork ensures a smooth start to construction, whether you envision a luxurious mountain retreat, an income-generating vacation rental, or your forever home. It’s the perfect blend of natural beauty, privacy, and easy access to everything Bryson City and the Smokies have to offer.
Perched above town, this private mountain retreat is accessed by a short scenic gravel driveway lined with trees, opening up to breathtaking mountain and city views. The elevated setting provides a peaceful, tucked-away feel while still being incredibly convenient — just 2 minutes from Bryson City Bakery, Bryson City Outdoors Brewery, and Pasqualino’s, 3 minutes to the Post Office, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Hallmark-like downtown, 5 minutes to Ingles Grocery Store and Darnell Farms and in 10 minutes you are hiking in the Great Smoky’s National Park. World renown white water rafting and the Nantahala Outdoor Center is a scenic 15 minute drive away. ***Owners plan to pave the area near the entrance to their home at 75 Bacon and the initial turnoff from Bacon Dr. to the lot. Work is planned for April. Every detail has been prepared for your dream build: city water, underground power, and septic are already in place, along with a quaint professionally installed house pad. This thoughtful groundwork ensures a smooth start to construction, whether you envision a cozy mountain getaway, an income-generating vacation rental, or your forever home. Through a natural opening in the trees, you can enjoy glimpses of town, with expanded mountain and city views revealed during the winter months - come check it out today!. It’s the perfect blend of natural beauty, privacy, and easy access to everything Bryson City and the Smokies have to offer.
Discover unbeatable value with this exceptional lot featuring a spacious house pad! Located in the desirable Glory Mountain community in Bryson City, this property offers both privacy and convenience. Enjoy the scenic drive along the Little Tennessee River as you make your way to your private mountain retreat. The property boasts excellent access, a generously prepared homesite, and a well-constructed driveway. Glory Mountain offers a gated entrance, sensible community restrictions, and inviting common areas for residents. Whether you want to be close to Bryson City, Nantahala, Fontana, or Franklin, this property truly checks all the boxes!
Unlock the potential of this breathtaking 95+ acre unrestricted mountain paradise at 80 Breezewood Drive, Macon County, NC, just minutes from Bryson City in the heart of Western North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains. Perfect for vacation homes, rental cabins, a family compound, or a recreational retreat, this expansive wooded property offers endless possibilities. With accessible electricity, existing gravel roads (requiring minor maintenance), and diverse terrain featuring mature hardwood forests, this land is primed for your dream development or private escape. Nestled off scenic Highway 28, this property is surrounded by Western NC’s natural wonders. Enjoy proximity to the Little Tennessee River, Nantahala River, Tuckaseegee River, and Fontana Lake, offering world-class trout fishing, kayaking, rafting, and serene lakeside relaxation. Adventure awaits at the nearby Nantahala Outdoor Center and Endless River Adventures, perfect for whitewater rafting, hiking, and mountain biking. Charming nearby towns like Bryson City, Franklin, and Murphy provide local dining, boutique shopping, and cultural experiences, including the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. Just 2.5 hours from Atlanta, GA, and 1.5 hours from Asheville, NC, this location blends secluded tranquility with easy access to vibrant urban hubs.
Rare Opportunity—Ready to Build! Own 1.5 flat, dividable acres just outside Bryson City. This prime property already has city water and a new septic system installed—approved for either one 4-bedroom home or two 2-bedroom residences. Minimal restrictions provide flexibility: build two homes, place two doublewides, or design your own mountain retreat. Approved for Union Hill or Clayton/Champion doublewide models, but custom construction is welcome. Just minutes from Bryson City’s shops, dining, and outdoor adventures, this parcel sits near the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Railroad, attracting thousands of visitors each year. With no AirBnB restrictions, it’s a great opportunity for short-term rentals. Rivers, Fontana Lake, and endless trails make it ideal for a getaway or investment. Seller financing may be available. Come see this rare, build-ready property today!
This 9.4-acre retreat near Bryson City offers sweeping views of Lake Fontana from the top homesite, over 300 feet of trout stream at the bottom, and total privacy backed by protected National Forest. Perfect for a full-time home, or weekend retreat. It’s a rare chance to live close to nature in a peaceful, secluded setting. Located at the end of a paved cul-de-sac in a lightly restricted HOA with excellent views. The property has nearby power, a successful perk via a neighboring septic, and access to a community dock. Enjoy nearby attractions like Alarka Marina, the Smoky Mountain Railroad, Deep Creek, Nantahala River, and Cherokee— all just minutes away. If you’re ready to build your mountain getaway and create your own slice of paradise, this is it. Seller financing is available!
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Bryson City is located in North Carolina. Bryson City, North Carolina has a population of 1,716. Bryson City is more family-centric than the surrounding county with 30.5% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 25.5%.
The median household income in Bryson City, North Carolina is $40,833. 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 Bryson City is 40.5 years.
The average high temperature in July is 84.3 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 23.4 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 55.5 inches per year, with 5.7 inches of snow per year.
