$1,075,000
SOLD NOV 5, 2025

849 Riverside Dr Whittier, NC 28789

6 Beds
6 Baths
-- Sq Ft
3.12 Acres

Recently Sold

14% Below List Price

193 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Spa
  • Custom Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • River Front
  • 3.12 Acre Lot
  • New Kitchen

About This Home

As of November 2025

Three-story log cabin lodge offers a spacious and inviting retreat, complete with a wraparound covered deck on three sides of the main floor. Designed for both comfort and privacy, the lodge features six private bedrooms—each with its own lavatory. The primary suite is located on the main floor, four bedrooms are upstairs, and one is in the basement. For added convenience, an elevator connects the game room/garage to the second and third floors. The main level boasts two full bathrooms, including an ensuite, while the upper floor has a bath and a half. The third floor features a cozy sleeping loft, and every bedroom includes its own deck. Both the primary and basement bedrooms have direct deck access. Lower level also offers a partial kitchen, a spacious family room, and an additional full and half bath. Equipped for convenience and efficiency, the home includes a washer and dryer on each floor,a generator for uninterrupted power,remote water sensors,and poly-steel exterior walls with spray foam insulation. Ideally located near the GSMNP, casino, and Bryson City, this lodge is perfect for large families, reunions, or retreats. Explore more at and the Virtual tour

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lytisha Shuler

Keller Williams - Great Smokies - Bc Brokerage Email: 8284885777, pmcdowell@kw.com License #233948 Listed on: 03/10/2025

Keller Williams - Great Smokies - Bc

Last Buyer's Agent

Board Member Non

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,368

Year Built

  • Built in 1997

Lot Details

  • 3.12 Acre Lot
  • River Front
  • Private Lot
  • Open Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot

HOA Fees

  • $113 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Basement Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Open Parking

Home Design

  • Custom Home
  • Rustic Architecture
  • Cabin
  • Metal Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Log Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Open Floorplan
  • Furnished
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Great Room
  • Living Area on First Floor
  • Recreation Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Water Views

Kitchen

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

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Split Bedroom Floorplan
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Fireplace in Basement
  • Recreation or Family Area in Basement
  • Finished Basement Bathroom
  • Basement with some natural light

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Accessible Home Design

  • Handicap Accessible

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Heat Pump System
  • Heating System Powered By Leased Propane
  • Power Generator
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • Ocona Lake Subdivision
  • Stream

Listing and Financial Details

  • Property is used as a vacation rental
  • Assessor Parcel Number 669402974193

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,368

Year Built

Built in 1997

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$113 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Cabin,Current Rental,Residential
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 3.115
  • Road Frontage Type: Property Owners' Assoc
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
  • Ownership: More than One Year
  • Subdivision Name: Ocona Lake
  • Directions: Bryson City to Whittier to Ocona Lake. Left on Riverside to house on left.
  • Architectural Style: Cabin, Custom
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Year Built: 1997
  • NAV27_rets_property_type: Residential
  • NAV27_AllowsVacationRentalYN: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Furnished: Furnished
  • Spa Features: Hot Tub/Spa
  • Private Spa: Yes
  • Appliances: Gas/Propane Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Dishwasher, Microwave, Electric Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Other Equipment: Generator
  • Accessibility Features: Handicap Design, Interior Handicapped Accessible, Exterior Handicapped Accessible
  • Has Basement: Full, Finished, Heated, Daylight, Recreation/Game Room, Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Washer/Dryer Hook-up, Finished Bath
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Fireplace Features: Basement, Gas Log, Stone
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl, Ceramic Tile, Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Interior Amenities: Bonus Room, Breakfast Bar, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Ceiling Fan(s), Ceramic Tile Bath, Great Room, Kitchen/Dining Room, Large Master Bedroom, Living/Dining Room, Main Level Living, Primary w/Ensuite, Primary on Main Level, New Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Rec/Game Room, Split Bedroom
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Open Lot, Private, Wooded
  • View: Short Range View, View Year Round, Water
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: River Front
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Log Siding, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Rustic Appearance
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Roof: Metal

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage-Double in Basement, Garage Door Opener, Paved Driveway

Utilities

  • Security: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Propane, Heat Pump
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cell Service Available
  • Water Source: Community
  • Gas Company: Propane Tank: Leased
  • Telephone: Cell Service Available

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Fee: 1360
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association: Yes

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 135689.4
  • Parcel #: 669402974193

Multi Family

  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2367.93
  • Tax Book Number: 445

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 10, 2025
Closed on
Dec 12, 2025
Sold by
Walker Zachary and Walker Kristen
Bought by
Summit & Stream Escapes Llc
Seller's Agent
Lytisha Shuler
Keller Williams - Great Smokies - Bc
Buyer's Agent
Board Member Non
List Price
$1,250,000
Sold Price
$1,075,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$175,000
-14%
Views
75

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-69.57%
Original Mortgage
$860,000
Interest Rate
6.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 10, 2025
Closed on
Oct 31, 2025
Sold by
Mfl Llc
Bought by
Walker Zachary and Walker Kristen
Seller's Agent
Lytisha Shuler
Keller Williams - Great Smokies - Bc
Buyer's Agent
Board Member Non
List Price
$1,250,000
Sold Price
$1,075,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$175,000
-14%
Views
75

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$860,000
Interest Rate
6.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 30, 2016
Sold by
The Miller Family Lodge L P
Bought by
Mfl Llc
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $1,075,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $860,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/05/2025 11/05/25 Sold $1,075,000 -2.3% --
09/19/2025 09/19/25 Pending -- -- --
06/19/2025 06/19/25 Price Changed $1,100,000 -12.0% --
03/10/2025 03/10/25 For Sale $1,250,000 -- --
Source: Carolina Smokies Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

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 $2,222 $452,580 $44,770 $407,810
2024 $2,222 $452,580 $44,770 $407,810
2023 $1,879 $452,580 $44,770 $407,810
2022 $1,879 $452,580 $44,770 $407,810
2021 $1,843 $442,520 $0 $0
2020 $1,723 $457,750 $36,890 $420,860
2019 $1,723 $457,750 $36,890 $420,860
2018 $1,723 $457,750 $36,890 $420,860
2017 $1,723 $457,750 $36,890 $420,860
2016 $1,723 $457,750 $36,890 $420,860
2015 -- $457,750 $36,890 $420,860
2014 -- $457,750 $36,890 $420,860
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Carolina Smokies Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 26040180

APN: 6694-02-97-6166