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    • $795,000

    270 Whitewater Church Road, Sapphire, NC 28774

    3beds
    --sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2008
    1.34 Acres Lot
    $760,500 Zestimate®
    $--/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Water featureLoft sitting areaRustic locust tree postsGourmet kitchenSoaring cathedral ceilingsPrivate mountain farmsteadCircle drive
    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.
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    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: March 24, 2026 at 11:16am

    Listed by:

    Laura Schiele,

    Sapphire Valley Real Estate

    Source: HCMLS,MLS#: 1001881Originating MLS: Highlands Cashiers Board of Realtors

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Main
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Upper
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Upper
      Den
      • Level: Upper
      Dining room
      • Level: Main
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      Heating
      • Central, Gas, Wood
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Electric
      Appliances
      • Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Disposal, Gas Oven, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
      • Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
      Features
      • Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Sound System, Storage, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Natural Woodwork, Walk-In Closet(s), Workshop, Wired for Sound
      • Flooring: Stone, Tile, Wood
      • Basement: Crawl Space
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: Insert, Stone, Wood Burning Stove
      Interior area
      • Living area range: 2501-3000 Square Feet

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Attached, Circular Driveway, Detached, Gravel, Other, Paved, Parking Lot
      • Carport spaces: 1
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Side Porch, Balcony
      • Exterior features: Balcony, Dog Run, Garden, Gas Grill, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Storage, Water Feature
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Trees/Woods
      • Waterfront features: None
      • Body of water: Laurel Creek
      Lot
      • Size: 1.34 Acres
      • Features: Level, Partially Cleared, Rolling Slope, Subdivided, Wooded, Flat
      • Topography: Level,Sloping,Terraced
      Details
      • Additional structures: Residence, Shed(s), Workshop
      • Parcel number: 8500021653000
      • Zoning description: Residential

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Craftsman
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Frame, Wood Siding
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 2008

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: Private, Well
      • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Fiber Optic Available, Propane, Water Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Fishing, Trails/Paths
      • Subdivision: None
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Sapphire

      Financial & listing details

      • Tax assessed value: $373,040
      • Annual tax amount: $4,291
      • Date on market: 9/30/2025
      • Cumulative days on market: 182 days
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        Estimated market value

        $760,500

        $722,000 - $799,000

        $3,218/mo

        Price history

        Price history
        DateEventPrice
        9/30/2025Listed for sale$795,000-19.7%
        Source: HCMLS #1001881 Report a problem
        3/1/2025Listing removed$990,000
        Source: HCMLS #106052 Report a problem
        9/6/2024Listed for sale$990,000+9800%
        Source: HCMLS #106052 Report a problem
        9/26/2011Sold$10,000
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

        Public tax history

        Public tax history
        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$2,456 $373,040
        2023$2,456 $373,040
        2022$2,456 +0.8%$373,040
        2021$2,437 +5.8%$373,040 +12.7%
        2020$2,304 +0.7%$331,010
        2019$2,287 +22.2%$331,010
        2018$1,872 +32.1%$331,010
        2017$1,417 $331,010
        2016$1,417 -4.8%$331,010 -9.8%
        2015$1,489 $366,920
        2014$1,489 $366,920 +4.4%
        2013-- $351,440
        2012-- $351,440
        2011-- $351,440
        2010-- $351,440

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        BuyAbility℠ payment

        Est. payment
        $4,243/mo
        Principal & interest
        $3938
        Property taxes
        $305
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