$1,995,000

1 Cheoah Trail Lake Santeetlah, NC 28771

Estimated payment $11,780/month

Total Views 2,594
3 Beds
4.5 Baths
4,700 Sq Ft
$424 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Hot Property
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Freestanding Bathtub
  • Lake View
  • Deck
  • Wooded Lot

About This Home

Nestled in the highly sought-after Thunderbird community, this custom Three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath mountain home offers the perfect combination of luxury, comfort, and breathtaking views. Perched atop the mountain, the property boasts sweeping 180-degree views of the surrounding mountains and pristine Lake Santeetlah, visible from the main living area, primary suite, and expansive covered deck. Home boasts of approx 4,700 square feet of finished living space on the upper two levels and an additional 1,500 square feet of partially finished space on the lower level. Designed with convenience in mind, the main level offers step-free living, featuring a spacious master suite, gourmet kitchen, laundry, and a one-car garage. The interior showcases exquisite craftsmanship, including drywall with wood-beamed ceilings, elaborate base trim, crown moulding, and two impressive wood-burning fireplaces—one on the main level and another in the downstairs living room. Tigerwood flooring flows throughout the first and middle floors, while the custom kitchen is highlighted by granite countertops, new appliances, and a layout built for entertaining. The master bath offers spa-like luxury with a walk-in tile shower, freestanding soaking tub, and custom vanities with marble tops. Outdoor living is equally spectacular with three levels of decks constructed with Brazilian hardwood, stone columns, and iron railings, creating the perfect setting to enjoy the serene surroundings. Home is prewired and ready for generator. A unique feature of the home is the hidden attic space, accessed through a movable bookcase door, providing ample storage or a whimsical retreat. This home is ideally located for outdoor enthusiasts with easy access to fishing, hiking, scenic drives, and world-class motorcycle routes such as the Tail of the Dragon and the Cherohala Skyway. With Lake Santeetlah, Joyce Kilmer Forest, and the Nanatahala River, this property truely offers mountain living at its finest!

Listing Agent

Kyle Garland

RCM Real Estate Co Brokerage Phone: 8287350541 License #269963 Listed on: 08/26/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,924

Year Built

  • Built in 2011

Lot Details

  • 1.07 Acre Lot
  • Sloped Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Property is in excellent condition

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Open Parking

Property Views

  • Lake
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
  • Combination Foundation
  • Permanent Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Concrete Siding
  • HardiePlank Type
  • Stucco
  • Cedar
  • Stone

Interior Spaces

  • 4,700 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Crown Molding
  • Wood Ceilings
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Double Vanity
  • Freestanding Bathtub
  • Soaking Tub

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Crawl Space

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • Thunderbird Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 564204930066

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,924

Year Built

Built in 2011

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence,Residential
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Horses: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.07
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Subdivision Name: Thunderbird
  • Directions: From Robbinsville, take HWY 129N for approximately 7.5 miles, turn left onto Thunderbird Mountain Rd, follow for 1/2 mile and turn left onto Thunderbird Trail and follow to Black Bear Trail. Once on Black Bear Trail, follow to the top of the mountain and 1 Cheoah Trail will be on the left. See Sign
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman, Traditional
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Three Or More
  • Year Built: 2011
  • Attribution Contact: 8287350541
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Accessibility Features: No Steps
  • Has Basement: Exterior Entry, Partial, Partially Finished
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Great Room, Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Double Vanity, Drywall, Granite Counters, Insulation, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Primary on Main, Tile Shower/Tub, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wood Ceiling(s)
  • Living Area: 4700
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: None
  • Lot Features: Sloping/Steep Land, Wooded
  • View: Excellent View, Lake, Mountain(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Construction Type: Cedar, Concrete, Frame, HardiPlank Type, Stone, Stucco, Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Combination, Crawl Space, Permanent, Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck/Patio, Porch
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Roof: Composition

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Attached, Asphalt, Paved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Main Level, Washer/Dryer Connection
  • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Electric, Fireplace(s), Heat Pump
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Community

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Graham County Schools

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 46609.2
  • Parcel #: 564204930066
  • Zoning Description: Single Family

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Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $11,924 $1,492,360 $112,500 $1,379,860
2024 $11,924 $1,492,360 $112,500 $1,379,860
2023 $11,924 $1,492,360 $112,500 $1,379,860
2022 $7,979 $843,440 $60,000 $783,440
2021 $7,979 $843,440 $60,000 $783,440
2020 $7,675 $843,440 $60,000 $783,440
2019 $7,380 $843,440 $60,000 $783,440
2018 $7,040 $869,150 $120,000 $749,150
2017 $7,040 $869,150 $0 $0
2016 $7,040 $869,150 $0 $0
2015 $669,246 $869,150 $0 $0
2013 -- $950,490 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/26/2025 08/26/25 For Sale $1,995,000 -- $424 / Sq Ft
Source: Mountain Lakes Board of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed $275,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Closed $0 USDA
Open $417,000 New Conventional
Closed $159,000 Credit Line Revolving
Closed $175,000 Seller Take Back
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

Kyle Garland

RCM Real Estate Co

(828) 860-8734

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Source: Mountain Lakes Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 153641

APN: 5642-04-93-0066