Discover the ease of mountain living just minutes from the heart of Cashiers. Set on 0.67 level, unrestricted acres in Sapphire, NC, this recently updated 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers an exceptional opportunity for a full-time residence, income-producing investment, or inviting mountain getaway. Thoughtfully refreshed for comfortable, low-maintenance living, the home features new flooring, countertops, a water filtration system, and a new septic system installed in 2024, along with a beautifully renovated bathroom and fresh interior & exterior paint completed in 2025. The open-concept layout creates an effortless flow from the living room into the spacious kitchen & dining area, while sliding glass doors open to the backyard, creating an inviting space for outdoor entertaining, relaxing, or enjoying the peaceful mountain surroundings. With convenient single-level living & no restrictions, the possibilities are wide open. Two comfortable bedrooms share a stylishly renovated hall bathroom featuring a beautifully tiled stand-up shower. Beyond the property, adventure is just minutes away at Gorges State Park, home to plunging waterfalls, rugged river gorges, sheer rock precipices, and more than 8,000 acres of temperate rainforest. Explore 26 waterfalls, the northern boundary of Lake Jocassee, and a portion of the 70-mile Foothills Trail. When it’s time to unwind, head into nearby Cashiers for boutique shopping, local dining, entertainment, and favorites like Groovin’ on the Green. Whether you’re searching for a smart investment, a convenient full-time home, or your own mountain escape, this updated Sapphire retreat puts you close to it all while offering the freedom to make it your own.
- Heating System:
- Heat Pump, Electric
- Cooling System:
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric, Heat Pump
- Fireplace:
- Electric, Primary Bedroom, Living Room
- Patio:
- Front Porch
- Parking:
- Driveway
- Exterior Features:
- Other - See Remarks
- Flooring:
- Laminate
- Interior Features:
- Open Floorplan, Storage
- Laundry Features:
- Main Level, Laundry Closet, In Hall
- Sewer:
- Septic Installed
- Utilities:
- Electricity Connected
- Waterfront Features:
- None
- Appliances:
- Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Hood, Filtration System, Washer, Electric Range
- Country:
- US
- State:
- NC
- County:
- Transylvania
- City:
- Sapphire
- Street:
- None
- Zipcode:
- 28774
- Street:
- Walter McNeely
- Street Number:
- 97
- Street Suffix:
- Road
- Longitude:
- W83° 2' 41.5''
- Latitude:
- N35° 6' 36.4''
- Directions:
- From the crossroads in Cashiers take US-64 towards Sapphire and go approx. 10.1 miles and turn RIGHT onto Whitewater Road. Go approx. 0.1 mile and turn LEFT onto Walter McNeely Road, and the house will be on the LEFT.
- Elementary School:
- Unspecified
- High School:
- Unspecified
- Middle School:
- Unspecified
- Office Name:
- Keller Williams Great Smokies
- Agent Name:
- Josi Watford
- TaxAnnualAmount:
- $0
- TaxAssessedValue:
- $0
- AssociationFee:
- $0
- Construction Materials:
- Wood
- Foundation Details:
- Crawl Space
- Levels:
- One
- Lot Features:
- Level, Wooded, Private
- Video Url:
- https://www.zillow.com/view-imx/e29b3b97-f8a0-4936-a4a3-e955e9a88b95?wl=true&setAttribution=mls&initialViewType=pano
- Virtual Tour:
- https://www.zillow.com/view-imx/e29b3b97-f8a0-4936-a4a3-e955e9a88b95?wl=true&setAttribution=mls&initialViewType=pano
- Water Source:
- Community Well
- List Agent Mls Id:
- R46356
- List Office Mls Id:
- NCM4340
- Listing Term:
- Assumable
- Mls Status:
- Active
- Modification Timestamp:
- 2026-09-15T23:56:05Z
- Originating System Name:
- Canopy
- Special Listing Conditions:
- None
- Status Change Timestamp:
- 2026-09-11T21:09:05Z
Residential For Sale
97 Walter Mcneely Road, Sapphire, North Carolina 28774
- Property Type :
- Residential
- Listing Type :
- For Sale
- Listing ID :
- 4424019
- Price :
- $319,900
- Bedrooms :
- 2
- Bathrooms :
- 1
- Square Footage :
- 1,165 Sqft
- Year Built :
- 1945
- Status :
- Active
- Full Bathrooms :
- 1
- Property Sub Type :
- Single Family Residence
- Roof:
- Metal















































