$789,000
 $4,116 est/mo Sourced by Back At You

788 Cowee Tunnel Road,Sylva, NC 28779

Sylva, NC 28779

Share:

Description

Rare opportunity to own over 8 acres of premier riverfront property along the stunning Tuckasegee River in Dillsboroone of Western North Carolina’s most sought-after waterways for recreation and trout fishing. This exceptional parcel offers a beautiful combination of usable land, privacy, and breathtaking natural surroundingsideal for your mountain getaway or full-time residence. Extensive improvements are already in place, saving you significant time and upfront cost. The property features a private well, septic system installed, gravel driveway, and a graded house pad positioned to capture expansive, year-round views of the river. A dedicated camper pad with electric and internet allows for immediate use, and a 2021 camper is available for purchase, giving you the option to enjoy the property while building. The Tuckasegee River is widely known for its delayed harvest and stocked trout waters, supporting healthy populations of rainbow, brown, and brook trout. Anglers will appreciate the mix of gentle, wadeable sections along with deeper runs and poolsmaking this stretch a true fly fisherman’s paradise with consistent, year-round opportunity. Beyond fishing, the river offers excellent tubing, kayaking, and paddle sports, with calm stretches perfect for relaxing floats and scenic enjoyment. Located just downriver from Dillsboro River Company, with the first whitewater visible from the property, this location adds an exciting dynamic for those who enjoy a bit more adventure while still maintaining easy, everyday usability. The property also offers the potential to establish your own private river access trail or launch point, enhancing both recreation and long-term value. For the adventurous buyer, this property delivers an unmatched outdoor lifestylespend your mornings casting into cool mountain waters, afternoons floating the river, and evenings enjoying the peace and privacy of your own 8+ acre retreat. With ample room for exploration, recreation, and future expansion, this is a rare chance to own a true Western North Carolina playground. Conveniently located just minutes from downtown Dillsboro and Sylva, you’ll enjoy the perfect balance of peaceful seclusion and easy access to shopping, dining, and local charm. If you’ve been searching for a build-ready riverfront property with infrastructure already in place and exceptional recreational appeal, this is a standout opportunity you don’t want to miss.

Details

MLS #4376160
Listing TypeFor Sale
Sub-TypeResale
StatusActive
Days On Site108
Listing Provided ByKeller Williams Great Smokies | Holly Fletcher

Features

Acreage8.98
Water FrontYes
Property ViewLong Range, Mountain(s), Water,

Exterior

Lot FeaturesLevel, Private, River Front, Rolling Slope, Sloped, Wooded, Views

Utilities

UtilitiesCable Available, Electricity Connected

Other

List AorCanopy Realtor Association

Taxes

Property88910

Area Information

StateNC
CountyJackson
CitySylva
Zip Code28779
AreaJackson
School DistrictSmoky Mountain
Elementary SchoolFairview
High SchoolSmoky Mountain
Listing VS Median (in 28779)
Price:
$789,000
low | high
Med:
$465,000
91.06463878327% of Average
On site:
108
low | high
Med:
414
26.086956521739% of Average
Sourced by Back At You

Market Activity 28779

Request a showing

Request a showing

Contact


Additional Information


Showing Information


Submit Form

Required Field
By submitting, you agree to receive promotional texts and/or calls from Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage at the number provided. Message/data rates may apply. Consent is not a condition of purchase, and you can opt out anytime by replying STOP. Privacy Policy

 Listings courtesy of Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID.

Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of August 20, 2026 at 2:33:18 AM PDT All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.

The Digital Millennium Copyright Act of 1998, 17 U.S.C. § 512 (the “DMCA”) provides recourse for copyright owners who believe that material appearing on the Internet infringes their rights under U.S. copyright law. If you believe in good faith that any content or material made available in connection with our website or services infringes your copyright, you (or your agent) may send us a notice requesting that the content or material be removed, or access to it blocked. Notices must be sent in writing by email to DMCAnotice@MLSGrid.com.

“The DMCA requires that your notice of alleged copyright infringement include the following information: (1) description of the copyrighted work that is the subject of claimed infringement; (2) description of the alleged infringing content and information sufficient to permit us to locate the content; (3) contact information for you, including your address, telephone number and email address; (4) a statement by you that you have a good faith belief that the content in the manner complained of is not authorized by the copyright owner, or its agent, or by the operation of any law; (5) a statement by you, signed under penalty of perjury, that the information in the notification is accurate and that you have the authority to enforce the copyrights that are claimed to be infringed; and (6) a physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or a person authorized to act on the copyright owner’s behalf. Failure to include all of the above information may result in the delay of the processing of your complaint.

Contact

Learn More About This Property

StateNC
CountyJackson
CitySylva
Zip Code28779
AreaJackson
School DistrictSmoky Mountain
Elementary SchoolFairview
High SchoolSmoky Mountain
Listing VS Median (in 28779)
Price:
$789,000
low | high
Med:
$465,000
91.06463878327% of Average
On site:
108
low | high
Med:
414
26.086956521739% of Average
Sourced by Back At You
Listing Updated: August 5, 2026 at 8:45:52 AM PDT