$997,000
$103K PRICE DROP

Estimated payment $6,091/month

Total Views 2,307
3 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,474 Sq Ft
$287 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • Fitness Center
  • Wood Flooring
  • Access To Lake
  • Clubhouse
  • Community Indoor Pool

About This Home

Welcome to Once Upon A Stream, a charming and highly successful vacation rental in the picturesque Sapphire community! Nestled on two spacious lots, this turnkey, fully furnished cabin offers a serene retreat with a bold backyard stream—perfect for kids and grandkids to explore and create lasting memories.With five separate sleeping areas across three levels, there’s plenty of space for family and friends to relax in comfort. Ownership includes access to Sapphire Valley amenities, including Fairfield Lake, indoor and outdoor pools, tennis and pickleball courts, a playground, and endless outdoor adventures.Surrounded by lush forests, hiking trails, and waterfalls, this home is also conveniently located near charming shops, excellent restaurants, and just an hour from Asheville Airport. Whether you're looking for a peaceful getaway or a lucrative rental investment, this enchanting cabin is ready for you to enjoy—and start generating income from day one!

Last Listed By

Kelly Ramsay

Allen Tate Company Highlands Brokerage Email: kelly.ramsay@allentate.com License #310481 Listed on: 02/19/2025

Allen Tate Company Highlands

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,652

Year Built

  • Built in 2002

HOA Fees

Parking

  • Parking Lot

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Slate Roof
  • Stone Siding
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Garden Bath

Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Workshop

Outdoor Features

  • Access To Lake
  • Fire Pit

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Community Well
  • Septic Tank
  • Fiber Optics Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 7592-95-5893

Community Details

Overview

  • Holly Forest HOA, Phone Number (828) 743-7667
  • Sapphire Valley Master Association, Phone Number (828) 743-7667
  • Holly Forest Subdivision
  • Mandatory home owners association

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Indoor Pool
  • Trails

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,652

Year Built

Built in 2002

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$356 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Year Built: 2002
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Ratio CurrentPrice/TotalPropertyHLA: 286.99
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Attribution Contact: kelly.ramsay@allentate.com
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Garden Tub, Kitchen Island
  • Lower Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1420
  • Third Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 0
  • Sq Ft Upper: 750
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator with Ice Maker
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2170
  • Has Basement: Basement Shop, Interior Entry, Walk-Out Access, Other
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1304
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Living Room
  • Living Area: 3474
  • Bedroom Main: 1
  • Room Count: 7

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Fire Pit
  • New Construction: No
  • Roof: Shingle, Slate
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Waterfront Elevation: 3000
  • Construction Type: Hard Stucco, Stone

Garage/Parking

  • Main Level Garage YN: 0
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Parking Lot

Utilities

  • Heating: Central, Electric, Propane
  • Sewer: Septic Installed
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Security: Security System
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Utilities: Fiber Optics, Other - See Remarks
  • Water Source: Community Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Golf, Indoor Pool, Lake Access, Outdoor Pool, Playground, Tennis Court(s), Walking Trails
  • Association Fee: 2016
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association #2 Fee: 2250
  • Association #2 Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Hoa Subject To Dues: Mandatory
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: Sapphire Valley Master Association
  • Association Name: Holly Forest HOA
  • Association Phone #2: 828-743-7667
  • Phone: 828-743-7667

Association/Amenities

  • Association Annual Expense: 4266.00

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: Unspecified
  • HOA Subject To: Required

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Area: 1.66
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 7592-95-5893
  • Zoning Specification: Resi

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Unspecified
  • High School: Unspecified

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Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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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
2024 $1,652 $434,760 $25,000 $409,760
2023 $1,652 $434,760 $25,000 $409,760
2022 $1,905 $434,760 $25,000 $409,760
2021 $1,790 $434,760 $25,000 $409,760
2020 $1,777 $419,680 $25,000 $394,680
2019 $1,777 $419,680 $25,000 $394,680
2018 $1,484 $347,230 $25,000 $322,230
2017 $1,450 $347,230 $25,000 $322,230
2015 $1,519 $347,230 $25,000 $322,230
2011 -- $481,630 $40,000 $441,630
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/29/2025 05/29/25 Price Changed $997,000 -5.0% --
05/02/2025 05/02/25 Price Changed $1,050,000 -4.5% --
02/18/2025 02/18/25 For Sale $1,100,000 +254.8% --
03/18/2016 03/18/16 Sold $310,000 -27.7% --
02/17/2016 02/17/16 Pending -- -- --
03/17/2014 03/17/14 For Sale $429,000 -- --
Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $173,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $514,500 New Conventional
Closed $248,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $115,666 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

MLS Number: 4224781

Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

APN: 7592-95-5893