$1,018,000

40 Blackberry Trail Unit 6 Sapphire, NC 28774

Sapphire Neighborhood

Estimated payment $5,865/month

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,264 Sq Ft
$450 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Ski Accessible
  • Access To Lake
  • Golf Course View
  • Golf Course Community
  • Fitness Center
  • Clubhouse

About This Home

The Bridge House- a Mountain Escape. Nestled in Sapphire, minutes from downtown Cashiers, this extraordinary 3 BD, 2 BA home with 1 BD, 1 BA Apartment blends rustic charm with modern luxury. On the 17th tee of the Sapphire National Golf Course, this home offers mountain views & a waterfall/creek. The living area features expansive windows that frame the mountain landscape, ideal whether you're hosting guests or enjoying an evening by the fireplace. This property offers double income potential, with 2 living spaces ready for rental. A storybook bridge links the main house to the remodeled garage apartment that was renovated in 2022. The apartment is offered turn-key/rental-ready, making it an excellent guest suite or income opportunity. The main home’s LL features a movie theatre and built-in bunk area, fully updated in 2022. From the views and golf course frontage to the tranquil sound of flowing water, every detail of this home is designed to deliver the ultimate mountain experience.

Listing Agent

Dorothy Swearingen

NCMountainLife.com Brokerage Email: dorothy@NCmountainLife.com License #203134 Listed on: 08/13/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,508

Year Built

  • Built in 1987

Lot Details

  • Property is zoned R01

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Circular Driveway

Property Views

  • Golf Course
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture

Interior Spaces

  • 3-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Access To Lake
  • Access to stream, creek or river
  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Fire Pit

Utilities

  • Heat Pump System
  • Septic Tank
  • Fiber Optics Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 7592-53-8826
  • Tax Block 4

Community Details

Overview

  • Holly Forest Subdivision

Amenities

  • Picnic Area
  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Recreation Facilities
  • Community Playground
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Indoor Pool
  • Community Spa
  • Putting Green
  • Dog Park
  • Trails
  • Ski Accessible

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,508

Year Built

Built in 1987

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Year Built: 1987
  • Restrictions: Subdivision
  • Second Living Quarters: Exterior Not Connected,Upper Level Garage,Other - See Remarks
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
  • Unit Levels: Three
  • Ratio CurrentPrice/TotalPropertyHLA: 449.65
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Other
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Attribution Contact: dorothy@NCmountainLife.com
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Foundation Details: Other - See Remarks
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Lower Level Sq Ft: 566
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1132
  • Third Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 0
  • Sq Ft Upper: 566
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2264
  • Has Basement: Exterior Entry, Interior Entry
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Living Area: 2264
  • Bedroom Main: 1
  • Room Count: 9

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Fire Pit, Other - See Remarks
  • New Construction: No
  • Roof: Fiberglass
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • View: Golf Course, Mountain(s)
  • Waterfront Features: Other - See Remarks
  • Exclusions: yes
  • Waterfront Elevation: 3000
  • Construction Type: Other - See Remarks
  • Other Structures: Other - See Remarks
  • Patio And Porch Features: Balcony, Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Side Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Main Level Garage YN: 1
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Heating: Electric, Other - See Remarks
  • Sewer: Septic Installed
  • Laundry Features: Inside
  • Cooling: Electric, Heat Pump, Other - See Remarks
  • Utilities: Fiber Optics
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Clubhouse, Dog Park, Fitness Center, Golf, Hot Tub, Indoor Pool, Lake Access, Outdoor Pool, Picnic Area, Playground, Putting Green, Recreation Area, Ski Slopes, Tennis Court(s), Walking Trails, Other
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: On Golf Course, Creek/Stream, Views
  • Lot Size Area: 0.8
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 7592-53-8826
  • Plat Book Slide: 3/56
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Zoning Specification: R01

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: 4

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Unspecified
  • High School: Unspecified

Map

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
2025 $3,508 $923,082 $70,000 $853,082
2024 $2,051 $539,710 $60,000 $479,710
2023 $2,335 $539,710 $60,000 $479,710
2022 $1,911 $436,350 $60,000 $376,350
2021 $1,658 $436,350 $60,000 $376,350
2020 $1,510 $353,700 $60,000 $293,700
2019 $1,510 $353,700 $60,000 $293,700
2018 $1,510 $353,700 $60,000 $293,700
2017 $1,475 $353,700 $60,000 $293,700
2015 $1,433 $353,700 $60,000 $293,700
2011 -- $452,560 $80,000 $372,560
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/13/2025 08/13/25 For Sale $1,018,000 -- $450 / Sq Ft
Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $915,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $675,000 J Edwin Henson Pllc
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $570,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $610,880 New Conventional
Previous Owner $100,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $180,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

MLS Number: 4285870

Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

APN: 7592-53-8826