85 Back Bone Way, Sylva, NC 28779

$2,300,000
3
BD
5
BA
2,760
SqFt

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Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Great Smokies. stefanie@conleyrogerswnc.com

Sold listing courtesy of BMP David Southworth Real Estate LLC

Sold Price
$2,300,000
List Price
$2,500,000
MLS#
4258215
Status
CLOSED
Days on Market
120
Property Type
Residential
Architectural Style
Rustic
Year Built
2007
Closing Date
Oct 09, 2025
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
5
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
2
Lot Size
71,874
Lot Size Area
1.65
Living Area
2,760
Sq Ft Total
2760
County
Jackson
Subdivision
Balsam Mountain Preserve
Special Conditions
None

Property Description

Perched at 4,600’ on a private ridgeline, this Al Platt-designed home in Balsam Mountain Preserve offers stunning sunrise and sunset views in a conservation community where 3,200 of 4,400 acres are permanently protected. With heart pine floors reclaimed from the Ivey Cotton Mill, oversized windows, and radiant heat on the lower level, the home blends rustic charm with thoughtful design. The main-level layout includes 3 bedrooms with ensuite baths and a bonus room/office with its own half bath, connected by a breezeway for privacy and flexibility. Outdoor living shines with a screened porch with wood-burning fireplace, wrap-around deck, and flagstone patio—all surrounded by native landscaping. The small, close-knit neighborhood encourages connection and shared appreciation for the land. Enjoy access to Balsam Mountain Preserve’s amenities including golf, equestrian center, nature center, dining, and more. This is more than a home—it’s a lifestyle rooted in nature and community.

Additional Information

Hoa Fee
$1,945
Hoa Fee Paid
Quarterly
Community Features
Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Game Court, Gated, Golf, Helipad, Outdoor Pool, Putting Green, Recreation Area, Stable(s), Tennis Court(s), Walking Trails
Fireplace
Yes
Interior Features
Attic Other, Garden Tub, Open Floorplan, Split Bedroom, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
Floor Coverings
Carpet, Tile, Wood
Equipment
Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Filtration System, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Foundation
Basement
Main Level Rooms
Primary Bedroom
Laundry Location
Mud Room, Main Level
Heating
Central, Electric, Heat Pump, Propane, Radiant Floor
Water
Well
Sewer
Septic Installed
Exterior Construction
Cedar Shake, Wood
Roof
Metal, Wood, Other - See Remarks
Parking
Attached Garage
Driveway
Gravel, Paved
Lot Description
Paved, Private, Views, Other - See Remarks
Elementary School
Scotts Creek
Middle School
Scotts Creek
High School
Smoky Mountain
Total Property HLA
2760
Master on Main Level
Yes

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