On 2.5 acres! Porch goals by a noisy stream. C. 1918 cabin in North Carolina. $159,000.
This is a cabin in Bryson City, North Carolina that the listing says was started in 1918. It has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and an open loft, all on 2.5 acres. The owner has looked after it for almost 30 years and has added to it along the way.
611 Davis Branch Rd, Bryson City, NC 28713 — $159,000
Curb Appeal
The cabin sits back in the trees with a metal roof and board-and-batten siding. A porch runs most of the way around it, and the listing calls it almost wrap-around.
- Cabin, built 1918
- Metal roof
- Board and batten siding
- Almost wrap-around porch
A Cabin With History
The listing says the cabin holds a lot of mountain history and has been added to and upgraded over the years. It started in 1918, and the work since then has been done a piece at a time.
- Started in 1918
- Same owner for almost 30 years
- Additions over the years
What the Owner Updated
During their time here, the owner put on a new roof and stripped the old siding. Insulation and bald cypress siding went on in its place.
A veteran carpenter replaced the flooring inside. He also added tongue-and-groove to the ceiling and hung ceiling fans.
- New roof
- Insulation added
- Bald cypress siding
- New flooring (hardwood and vinyl)
- Tongue-and-groove ceiling
- Ceiling fans
Living Room and Layout
The living room has a vaulted ceiling. The kitchen and living area share an open floor plan, and the main living is all on the first floor.
- Vaulted ceiling in the living room
- Kitchen and living area combined
- Open floor plan
- Main level living
Bedrooms, Bath, and Loft
Both bedrooms and the one bathroom are downstairs. The washer and dryer are in the bathroom, and both are included. Upstairs is an open loft, which the listing also tags as a bonus room.
- 2 bedrooms
- 1 full bath
- Washer and dryer in the bathroom
- Open loft upstairs
Heat and Utilities
Heat comes from wood and propane. There is no air conditioning. The sewer is a septic tank, and cell service is available. The kitchen comes with an electric range and a refrigerator.
- Wood and propane heat
- No cooling
- Septic tank
- Cell service available
- Electric range and refrigerator
The Land and the Stream
The lot is 2.5 acres, and the listing calls it unrestricted and very usable. That leaves room for gardens or a mini farm. A very noisy stream runs along the property.
- 2.5 acres
- Unrestricted
- Stream along the property
- No garage or carport
Location and Schools
The address is on Davis Branch Road in Swain County. Swain County West Elementary (K-5) is about 1.2 miles away and has a GreatSchools rating of 5. Swain County Middle School is about 4.5 miles away.
- Swain County West Elementary, K-5, 1.2 miles
- Swain County Middle School, 4.5 miles
- Cherokee Extension High School, 4.7 miles
- Property tax about $485 a year
It was listed on September 25, 2026 at $159,000. The tax assessed value is $90,480. This is a good fit for someone who wants a small, simple mountain cabin with room to garden and a stream to listen to. It has no garage and no air conditioning, so plan around that.
Full Listing Description
Welcome to the essential Appalachian Cabin!!! This cabin holds a lot of mountain history. It was started in 1918 and has been added to and upgraded over the years. The current owner has enjoyed and lovingly cared for this property for almost 30yrs. During this time, a new roof was put on, old siding was stripped, insulation and bald cypress siding were added.
Inside a veteran carpenter changed out the flooring, added tongue-and-groove to the ceiling & beautiful ceiling fans. Cabin has vaulted ceiling in living room, 2 bedrooms and one bath downstairs that also houses the washer/dryer. Upstairs is an open loft.
Outside you have 2.5 unrestricted & very usable acres for outdoor enjoyment, a mini farm or gardens. A very noisy stream runs along the property. An almost wrap-around porch allows for slowing down to enjoy nature and the peace and quiet this property is known for.
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