788 Cowee Tunnel Road, Sylva, NC 28779
Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Paracle
Listed by: holly fletcher
Office: keller williams great smokies
MLS#:4376160
Source:CH
788 Cowee Tunnel Road,Sylva, NC 28779
$789,000
- 8.98 Acres
- Lots / Land
- Active
Price summary
- Price:$789,000
About this home
Rare opportunity to own over 8 acres of premier riverfront property along the stunning Tuckasegee River in Dillsboro—one 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 surroundings—ideal 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 pools—making 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 lifestyle—spend 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....
Contact an agent
Home facts
- Listing ID #:4376160
- Updated:August 13, 2026 at 01:22 PM
Structure and exterior
- Lot area:8.98 Acres
- Lot Features:Level, Private, Rolling Slope, Sloped, Views, Wooded
Schools
- High school:Smoky Mountain
- Elementary school:Fairview
Utilities
- Water:Well
- Sewer:Septic (At Site)
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$789,000
New listings near 788 Cowee Tunnel Road
- New
$315,000Active2 beds 2 baths2,051 sq. ft.901 Rufus Robinson Road, Sylva, NC 28779
MLS# 4413347Listed by: APPLE REALTY, LLC - New
$450,000Active3 beds 2 baths2,210 sq. ft.254 Ivory Lane, Sylva, NC 28779
MLS# 4411936Listed by: KELLER WILLIAMS GREAT SMOKIES - New
$455,000Active2 beds 2 baths1,393 sq. ft.374 Rio Bravo Drive, Sylva, NC 28779
MLS# 4412134Listed by: HOWARD HANNA BEVERLY-HANKS WAYNESVILLE - New
$250,000Active27.87 AcresTBD Indian Flats Drive, Sylva, NC 28779
MLS# 4402248Listed by: KELLER WILLIAMS GREAT SMOKIES - New
$250,000Active2 beds 2 baths938 sq. ft.477 Mountain Forest Estate, Sylva, NC 28779
MLS# 4409582Listed by: NC MOUNTAIN REAL ESTATE - New
$225,000Active2 beds 2 baths938 sq. ft.475 Mountain Forest Estate, Sylva, NC 28779
MLS# 4409586Listed by: NC MOUNTAIN REAL ESTATE - New
$775,000Active3 beds 2 baths2,338 sq. ft.1572 Brushy Fork Road, Sylva, NC 28779
MLS# 4404405Listed by: KELLER WILLIAMS ELITE REALTY
$55,000Active6.45 AcresTBD2 98 Hosta Drive, Sylva, NC 28779
MLS# 4398765Listed by: INNOVATION PROPERTIES LLC- New
$1,050,000Active1.54 Acres1781 High Line Road #63, Sylva, NC 28779
MLS# 4411132Listed by: BMP DAVID SOUTHWORTH REAL ESTATE LLC
$389,000Pending3 beds 1 baths934 sq. ft.27 Bartlett Street, Sylva, NC 28779
MLS# 4411231Listed by: APPLE REALTY, LLC