Western North Carolina Homes with a Guest House or In-Law Suite

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NC Homes for Sale with a Guest House / In-Law Suite

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789 Chapel Cove Circle Franklin NC 28734

Franklin, NC789 Chapel Cove Circle

Price$899,000

Est. Mortgage: $/month

MLS Number 1002678

  • Residential
  • Bedrooms 3
  • Bathroom 4
  • Acreage 1.35

Million dollar long-range views from almost every room that greet you the moment you step into this home, along with a rock fireplace. This one level living home, also has a finished lower level, perfect for an in-law suite or for guests. The gourmet kitchen serves as the heart of the home, boasting a large eat-in island, walk-in pantry, granite countertops, gas cooktop with double ovens, & stainless appliances, inc. wine fridge, plus a breakfast nook & formal dining room. Beautiful 10 ft. ceilings & hickory wood floors flow throughout the main living areas. The expansive primary suite opens to a private sunroom with its own gas fireplace, leading out to the porch to take in those seven-layer mtn. views. The ensuite offers a ceramic tile walk-in shower, dual vanities, a whirlpool tub, & a large walk-in closet. A second bedroom with a private bath, an office, laundry, & 2-car garage complete the main level. Downstairs, a massive family room opens to its own porch with Mtn. views, along with a large bedroom, full bath, craft room, & ample storage. The exterior has a built-in generator, small fenced yard, firepit, & mature landscaping. + Close to town, paved roads!

Listed by Sheila Myers of The Village Realty Group of Highlands-Cashiers

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Federal 30-year interest rate: 6.65% last updated on Aug 20, 2026
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308 Woodsy Pine Trail Glenville NC 28736

Glenville, NC308 Woodsy Pine Trail

Price$829,000

Est. Mortgage: $/month

MLS Number 1003265

  • Residential
  • Bedrooms 3
  • Bathroom 2
  • Acreage 2.97

Privacy, polish, and 2.97 usable acres minutes from Cashiers and Lake Glenville. A paved drive lined with stone walls and Japanese maples leads to this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home set on two combined lots in The Knolls of Cedar Creek, backing to a 50-plus acre tract that keeps the setting quiet. The back deck catches a peek-a-boo winter view of Lake Glenville, which sits just down the ridge with 26 miles of shoreline five minutes away. Downtown Cashiers is 10 to 12 minutes. Inside, two levels of living space read as turn-key. The main floor opens to a vaulted, knotty pine great room with a wood-burning fireplace, hardwood floors, and an updated kitchen with granite counters, stainless appliances, kitchen island, breakfast bar, and stone-tile backsplash. The eat-in dining area connects to the covered deck. The primary suite sits on the main level with a walk-in closet and jetted tub. Downstairs, a fully finished walkout lower level adds a game room sized for a pool table, a granite bar, a family room, a private office behind glass-paneled French doors, and a bonus room currently used as exercise space. A workshop, mechanical, and utility rooms tuck the systems away. Outside: front porch, covered deck, lower patio with fire pit, and gentle, landscaped grounds with mature rhododendron and native plantings. The second lot leaves room to add a guest house, garage or workshop. Starlink high-speed internet stays with the home. Recent updates touch the kitchen, baths, flooring, and basement. Listed below recent appraisal. A strong year-round home in one of the best-positioned pockets between Cashiers and Lake Glenville.

Listed by Donald Collins of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty - CA

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Federal 30-year interest rate: 6.65% last updated on Aug 20, 2026
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270 Whitewater Church Road Sapphire NC 28774

MLS Number 1001881

  • Residential
  • Bedrooms 3
  • Bathroom 3
  • Acreage 1.34

Gentleman's Farm Retreat less than 9 miles from the Cashiers, NC & Sapphire, NC main area. Arrive home in the naturally air conditioned mountain elevation, gather fresh eggs from the chicken coop, and sip coffee by the stone fireplace in your private mountain farmstead. Rabbit Hutches, raise your own animals and vegies, farm to table small and easy to manage. Discover a rare opportunity to own a custom-crafted 3BR/3BA mountain estate on 1.2 +/- acres of unrestricted land. Perfectly positioned just one hour from major interstates and the Asheville Airport, this property offers the freedom from HOAs and privacy of a gentleman's farm with the convenience of modern living. The Residence Step inside to soaring cathedral ceilings, rustic locust tree posts, and artisan details throughout. The main-level primary suite opens to a private deck and features a spa-inspired shower with dual rain showers, body jets, and a Toto Bidet Washlet. A gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances, oversized island, gas range, and vintage bark cabinetry flows seamlessly into the grand family room with its stone fireplace and timber mantel. Upstairs, a guest ensuite, vaulted bonus room with balcony, loft sitting area, and a hidden cupola retreat create inviting spaces for family and friends. The Grounds A Porte co-chère entrance welcomes you with style, while the circle drive, detached utility room, and fiberoptic internet ensure everyday ease. An additional 1,800 sq ft dried-in structure is ready to be finished as a guest house, studio, or office. Outdoors, enjoy terraced gardens, fenced pastures for animals, chicken coop, water feature, and firepit. The property rests on the historic Montvale School site. The Lifestyle Minutes from state parks and waterfalls-and walking distance to three waterfalls-this one-of-a-kind gentleman's farm offers endless opportunities for gardening, homesteading, or creating your dream mountain retreat. Easy out to 281 during winter!! Pop down to SC cheap gas and easy shopping.

Listed by Laura Schiele of Sapphire Valley Real Estate

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Federal 30-year interest rate: 6.65% last updated on Aug 20, 2026
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203 Star Dance Ridge Sylva NC 28779

Sylva, NC203 Star Dance Ridge

Price$559,900

Est. Mortgage: $/month

MLS Number 1003852

  • Residential
  • Bedrooms 3
  • Bathroom 3
  • Square Feet 2,458
  • Acreage 2.34

Experience mountain living in this charming Cullowhee chalet, perfectly blending rustic character with recent modern updates. Situated to capture potential mountain views, the home welcomes you with soaring vaulted ceilings finished in tongue-and-groove wood, a dramatic stone fireplace and hearth, and beautifully refinished hardwood floors that flow through the main living areas. Thoughtfully updated throughout - new luxury vinyl plank and carpet, plus fresh interior and exterior paint - the home feels move-in ready. The practical newer metal roof provides long-term peace of mind. An open wrap-around deck off the living area invites morning coffee and evening sunsets in a peaceful, wooded setting. The main level features two comfortable bedrooms and easy-access living space, while upstairs you'll find a spacious loft plus a private master suite with an ensuite bathroom - ideal as a quiet retreat, home office, or guest space. The lower level is a finished half-basement with a full bathroom and generous storage areas, offering flexible space for a media or game room, workshop, or in-law suite. Convenient to WCU, dining, shopping and breweries, call today to book your showing!

Listed by Bernie Gilchrist of Sundog Realty

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Federal 30-year interest rate: 6.65% last updated on Aug 20, 2026
* All Figures are estimates. Check with your bank or proposed mortgage company for actual interest rates.
This product uses the FRED® API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis.

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