$285,000
SOLD MAY 6, 2026

3385 Alarka Rd Bryson City, NC 28713

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,161 Sq Ft
0.6 Acres Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 6, 2026

$245 Per Sq Ft

5% Below List Price

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Water Views
  • Ranch Style House
  • Furnished
  • RV Access or Parking
  • Wood Flooring
  • Great Room

About This Home

As of May 2026

Charming Log Cabin Retreat – Perfect Vacation Rental! Recently renovated, this cozy 2-BR, 1.5-BA cabin, on just over a half acre, combines rustic charm w/ modern amenities. Currently an active vacation rental, it has no deed restrictions, making it a great investment opportunity. Inside, the rustic living room w/modern lighting creates a warm atmosphere, while the spacious great room, filled w/ natural light, features a gas log fireplace for cozy gatherings. Enjoy meals at the rustic wood dining table next to the kitchen, which boasts stunning granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, & ample cabinet space. The large primary bedroom is adjacent to the bath w/modern fixtures & a walk-in shower, & there's an additional bedroom for guests. A convenient laundry room includes a gas water heater & stacked washer/dryer. Unwind on the screened rear porch w/ a hot tub or relax on the full-length covered front porch overlooking the creek. The flat property has a firepit, horseshoe pits, tons of parking & an outbuilding for storage. Located on a state-maintained paved road, this motorcycle-friendly cabin ensures year-round access. Being offered fully furnished and ready for new owners!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Marty Huskins

Keller Williams - Great Smokies - Bc Brokerage Email: 8284885777, pmcdowell@kw.com License #257347 Listed on: 04/01/2026

Keller Williams - Great Smokies - Bc

Last Buyer's Agent

Marty Huskins

Keller Williams - Great Smokies - Bc Brokerage Email: 8284885777, pmcdowell@kw.com License #257347 Listed on: 04/01/2026

Keller Williams - Great Smokies - Bc

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $752

Year Built

  • Built in 1968

Lot Details

  • 26,136 Sq Ft Lot
  • Home fronts a stream
  • Property fronts a state road
  • Level Lot
  • Open Lot

Property Views

  • Water
  • Valley

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Log Cabin
  • Rustic Architecture
  • Metal Roof
  • Log Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Furnished
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Great Room
  • Living Area on First Floor
  • Screened Porch
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Country Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • No Garage
  • RV Access or Parking

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Heat Pump System
  • Heating System Powered By Leased Propane
  • Spring water is a source of water for the property
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Additional Features

  • Outdoor Storage
  • In Flood Plain

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Property is used as a vacation rental
  • Assessor Parcel Number 667101155950

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$752

Year Built

Built in 1968

Lot Details

0.6 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Cabin,Current Rental,Residential
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.6
  • Road Frontage Type: State Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Ownership: More than One Year
  • Subdivision Name: None
  • Directions: From US-74W in Bryson City, take exit 64 and go left after the exit ramp. Stay on Alarka Rd for 3.3 miles. Property will be on your Lt just before the church.
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Single, Log, Cabin
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Year Built: 1968
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • NAV27_rets_property_type: Residential
  • NAV27_AllowsVacationRentalYN: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Furnished: Furnished
  • Appliances: Gas/Propane Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Dishwasher, Microwave, Electric Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Has Basement: Crawl Space
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Brick
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Bar, Ceramic Tile Bath, Country Kitchen, Great Room, Living/Dining Room, Main Level Living, Primary on Main Level
  • Window Features: Windows-Insulated/Storm
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Dining Room Dining Room Level: First

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Allow RVs, Flood Plain, Level, Level Yard, Open Lot, Unrestricted
  • View: Short Range View, Valley, Water
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Stream/Creek
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Waterfront Elevation: 2070
  • Construction Type: Log Siding
  • Exterior Features: Rustic Appearance
  • Other Structures: Storage Building/Shed
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Screened Porch/Deck
  • Roof: Metal

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: No Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Electric, Heat Pump
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, Propane, Heat Pump
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cell Service Available
  • Water Source: Spring
  • Gas Company: Propane Tank: Leased
  • Telephone: Cell Service Available

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 26136
  • Parcel #: 667101155950

Multi Family

  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 752.29
  • Tax Book Number: 516

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 14, 2024
Closed on
Mar 8, 2024
Sold by
Bedell Brooke Livingston
Bought by
Lange Donald C and Lange Julia Lee
Seller's Agent
Marty Huskins
Keller Williams - Great Smokies - Bc
Buyer's Agent
Marty Huskins
Keller Williams - Great Smokies - Bc
List Price
$325,000
Sold Price
$320,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-1.54%
Views
64

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.79%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 31, 2022
Closed on
Jan 11, 2023
Sold by
Hollifield Jonathan M and Hollifield Brandi A
Bought by
Bedell Brooke Livingston
Seller's Agent
Brandi Hollifield
Exp Realty, LLC (Mls Only)
Buyer's Agent
Board Member Non
List Price
$299,000
Sold Price
$299,000
Views
114

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.03%
Original Mortgage
$239,200
Interest Rate
6.49%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 20, 2020
Closed on
Nov 3, 2020
Sold by
Barker Randy Scott and Barker Lisa S
Bought by
Hollifield Jonathan M and Hollifield Brandi A
Seller's Agent
Lytisha Shuler
Keller Williams - Great Smokies - Bc
Buyer's Agent
Brandi Hollifield
Exp Realty, LLC (Mls Only)
List Price
$110,000
Sold Price
$110,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
57.87%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 20, 2019
Sold by
Barker Randy Scott and Barker Lisa S
Bought by
Dingle Thomas William and Dingle Edith M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$50,000
Interest Rate
3.7%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 6, 2011
Sold by
Barker Timothy Kugene and Barker Lynese W
Bought by
Barker Randy Scott and Barker Lisa S
Source: Public Records
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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $320,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $320,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $299,000 --
Warranty Deed $110,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $75,000 None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $239,200 New Conventional
Previous Owner $50,000 Seller Take Back
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/06/2026 05/06/26 Sold $285,000 -5.0% $245 / Sq Ft
04/10/2026 04/10/26 Pending -- -- --
04/01/2026 04/01/26 For Sale $299,875 -6.3% $258 / Sq Ft
03/11/2024 03/11/24 Sold $320,000 -1.5% $276 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/23/2024 02/23/24 Pending -- -- --
02/14/2024 02/14/24 For Sale $325,000 +8.7% $280 / Sq Ft
01/13/2023 01/13/23 Sold $299,000 0.0% $258 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
12/06/2022 12/06/22 Pending -- -- --
10/31/2022 10/31/22 For Sale $299,000 +171.8% $258 / Sq Ft
11/04/2020 11/04/20 Sold $110,000 0.0% $95 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
10/05/2020 10/05/20 Pending -- -- --
07/20/2020 07/20/20 For Sale $110,000 -- $95 / Sq Ft
Source: Carolina Smokies Association of REALTORS®

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 $752 $122,510 $20,810 $101,700
2024 $591 $122,510 $20,810 $101,700
2023 $533 $116,010 $20,810 $95,200
2022 $533 $116,010 $20,810 $95,200
2021 $509 $109,570 $0 $0
2020 $294 $60,960 $16,690 $44,270
2019 $356 $77,970 $33,700 $44,270
2018 $356 $77,970 $33,700 $44,270
2017 $356 $77,970 $33,700 $44,270
2016 $356 $77,970 $33,700 $44,270
2015 -- $77,970 $33,700 $44,270
2014 -- $77,970 $33,700 $44,270
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Carolina Smokies Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 26046786

APN: 6671-01-15-5950

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