Waynesville Real Estate

Waynesville Real Estate

Welcome to Waynesville, North Carolina – a charming mountain town that beautifully marries small-town warmth with breathtaking natural beauty. Nestled in the heart of the Smoky Mountains, Waynesville boasts a vibrant arts scene, rich history, and an abundance of outdoor activities, making it a perfect destination for those seeking a peaceful yet engaging lifestyle.

With a population of just over 9,000 residents, Waynesville exudes a friendly community atmosphere where neighbors become friends. Stroll through the historic downtown area, where you’ll find an array of unique shops, galleries, and delightful eateries. The town hosts numerous festivals throughout the year, celebrating everything from local crafts to seasonal flavors, providing ample opportunities to connect with fellow residents and immerse yourself in the local culture.

For nature lovers, Waynesville is a true paradise. Surrounded by the stunning Blue Ridge Parkway, you can explore miles of hiking trails, enjoy scenic drives, and experience the vibrant colors of the changing seasons. The nearby Great Smoky Mountains National Park offers endless opportunities for adventure, from hiking and camping to wildlife watching.

Waynesville is also conveniently located just a short drive from Asheville, giving residents easy access to the city’s renowned breweries, restaurants, and cultural attractions while still enjoying the tranquility of mountain living.

Whether you’re looking for a cozy cottage, a spacious family home, or a charming cabin, Waynesville has a diverse real estate market to suit your needs. Discover the magic of Waynesville – where every day feels like a vacation in the mountains!

Newest Listings in Waynesville

$459,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4410129 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Step into a storybook cottage retreat, thoughtfully restored while preserving its timeless charm and character. Tucked among towering trees and mature landscaping, this one-of-a-kind property is where nature, creativity, and comfort come together. Inside the main home, vintage details blend beautifully with modern updates. Warm wood floors, stone accents in the kitchen, and reclaimed doors create an inviting atmosphere filled with nostalgic charm. Relax on the porch and take in beautiful views of Mt. Lyn Lowery, or wander across the road with your morning coffee to enjoy the peaceful creekside setting—perfect for meditation, reading, or simply cooling off in the shade. The detached studio expands the property's possibilities, offering an inspiring space for artists, a private home office, hobby room, fitness area, or entertaining guests. Rich in character and thoughtfully designed, it provides the flexibility to fit a variety of lifestyles. A fenced side yard offers room for pets to play, while multiple porches invite you to slow down and embrace the mountain lifestyle. Whether you're searching for a magical mountain getaway, a creative retreat, or a full-time residence surrounded by nature, this enchanting property is truly unlike anything else.

404 Red Bank Road, Waynesville

Listing courtesy of Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Waynesville. mcelroy.ellege@howardhannatate.com
$1,999,000
2 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 4409308 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome to Big Foot Trail, an extraordinary mountain estate where handcrafted luxury, unmatched privacy, and exceptional investment potential come together on 13.32 acres in the heart of Western North Carolina. Just minutes from Cataloochee Valley, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and only 10 minutes to I-40, this remarkable Red Cedar log home offers over 4,000 square feet of timeless craftsmanship surrounded by rushing creeks, towering hardwoods, open pasture, and peaceful mountain beauty. From the moment you arrive, you'll discover a property unlike any other. Expansive covered porches wrap around nearly every side of the home, inviting you to relax and enjoy the sights and sounds of nature. A charming footbridge crosses the creek, offering the perfect place to pause, explore, and enjoy the peaceful setting. Inside, the breathtaking great room is anchored by soaring 23-foot ceilings, massive timber beams, and walls of glass that fill the home with natural light. Built for both comfort and efficiency, the home features poured concrete walls, spray foam insulation, and two soapstone wood stoves that provide exceptional year-round energy performance. The spacious main level primary suite opens directly onto the covered porch overlooking the pond and cascading waterfalls, creating a private retreat unlike any other. The luxurious primary bath features an oversized custom tile shower and an expansive dressing room. An open concept kitchen with breakfast bar flows seamlessly into the dining and living areas, making entertaining effortless. A guest bedroom, additional baths, flexible bonus room, and an expansive finished lower level provide incredible versatility for recreation, hobbies, media space, or additional guest accommodations. Step outside to experience what truly sets this property apart. Wander beside the creek, enjoy the pond with its charming waterfall feature, relax around the fire pit, or explore the beautiful mix of pasture and mature forest. A freshwater spring, old barn, and separate bonus cabin create even more possibilities for personal enjoyment or flexible use as a caretaker's cottage, studio, or private office. For buyers seeking more than just a home, this property presents an exciting opportunity. The 13.32-acre tract offers privacy and usable terrain with potential for future expansion, while an additional 30-plus adjoining acres may also be available separately. With its separate access points and varied topography, the additional acreage could provide opportunities for expanded recreational use or future hospitality concepts, including luxury cabins, treehouse accommodations, glamping sites, or a private mountain retreat, subject to buyer due diligence, permitting, and county approvals. Perfectly positioned near the entrance to Cataloochee Valley, one of the most sought-after destinations within Great Smoky Mountains National Park known for its elk, hiking, and scenic beauty, this exceptional property places outdoor adventure at your doorstep while remaining conveniently accessible to Interstate 40, Waynesville, Maggie Valley, Asheville, and the Blue Ridge Mountains. Whether you're searching for an extraordinary private mountain estate, a multigenerational retreat, or a one-of-a-kind investment with room to grow, Big Foot Trail is a rare offering where luxury, nature, and opportunity meet. Satellite internet is available. Furniture, tools, and four-wheelers are negotiable.

4501 Cove Creek Road, Waynesville

Listing courtesy of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Heritage. MRE@BHGHeritage.com
$525,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4377937 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Located in Lake Junaluska with easy access to Waynesville or Maggie Valley and a 30 minute drive to Asheville NC! This fully renovated home offers the perfect blend of mountain charm and modern comfort. With versatile living spaces—including two primary suites—it’s ideal for hosting guests or multi-generational living. When the current owner is not using the home it was a successful STR. The main level showcases an open floorplan with tongue-and-groove ceilings and large wood beams, a stunning kitchen, a rustic stone fireplace and seamless access to a covered front or back porch. Upstairs, a loft retreat and private suite provide a cozy escape, while the lower level adds flexible space for gathering, working, or extended stays. The lower level offers a kitchenette and comes with a covered porch as well. This home was recently upgraded with the instillation of 3 mini-spit heating/cooling systems. Most furnishings may convey, making this a rare turnkey opportunity in one of the area’s most sought-after locations. Seller is a Licensed NC Realtor. The renovation work was not permitted by the seller.

139 Kammerer Drive, Waynesville

Listing courtesy of Premier Sotheby’s International Realty. 828-273-0671
$248,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4409225 MLS ⋅ COMING SOON Status
Nestled in the heart of Waynesville, this beautifully maintained first-floor condo offers the perfect combination of comfort, convenience, and mountain charm. This move-in-ready home offers 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, combining comfort, convenience, and an exceptional location just minutes from Lake Junaluska and downtown Waynesville. The thoughtfully designed floor plan features a bright, inviting living room, a spacious dining area, and a roomy, light filled kitchen with abundant cabinetry and a large pantry. The primary suite includes a private en-suite bath and generous closet space, while the second bedroom and full bathroom provide the perfect setup for guests, family, or a home office. The building has also been enhanced with new exterior siding, adding lasting curb appeal. Enjoy peaceful mornings or relaxing evenings on the front or back porch, while taking in year-round mountain views. Nestled in a quiet community, yet so close to Lake Junaluska's amenities, such as, a walking trail, tennis courts, boating, and fishing. Such easy access to shopping, dining, medical facilities, the Blue Ridge Parkway, Cataloochee Ski Area, and Cherokee, making this an ideal low maintenance full-time residence, or mountain retreat.

75 Nazarene Way, Waynesville

Listing courtesy of Southern Sky Realty. dani@southernskyrealty.net
$575,000
5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4409581 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome to your mountain retreat! Back on the market with a significant price improvement to align with today's market, this distinctive 5-bedroom, 3-bath log cabin offers the perfect blend of rustic mountain charm, thoughtful updates, and everyday convenience. Featuring a newly upgraded 5-bedroom septic system permit, this unique home offers a flexible floor plan ideal for a primary residence, vacation getaway, or investment property. Enjoy beautiful mountain views from the expansive wraparound deck while remaining just minutes from shopping, dining, and local attractions. Since purchasing the home, the owners have invested extensively in both maintenance and improvements, providing peace of mind for the next owner. Updates include new plumbing for the main-level bathrooms and laundry room, refinished flooring throughout with stripped and stained hardwoods on the main level and newly stained upper-level floors, replacement of all interior trim. The exterior has also been meticulously maintained with professional power washing, caulking, and staining using a natural oil-based finish, preserving the beauty and integrity of the log home. Combining timeless cabin character with extensive recent improvements, this move-in-ready mountain retreat offers an exceptional opportunity to enjoy mountain living without sacrificing comfort or convenience.

770 Shelton Cove Road, Waynesville

Listing courtesy of Premier Sotheby’s International Realty. 813-309-9530
$599,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4409921 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Experience refined mountain living in the prestigious Waynesville Inn and Golf Club area. Perfectly positioned to capture breathtaking long-range mountain views, this exceptional home blends timeless character with inviting elegance. Rich wormy chestnut walls create warmth and sophistication, while expansive windows bathe the home in natural light. A thoughtfully designed addition features soaring vaulted ceilings, a stunning great room with its own private entrance, and a versatile loft ideal as a home office, library, guest retreat, or potential fourth bedroom. A dedicated workshop with access to an exterior storage shed offers space for hobbies and projects. Recent updates include fresh interior paint, landscaping, and maintenance, allowing you to move right in. Enjoy peaceful mornings overlooking the 17th green from the front of the home, then unwind on the private back patio after a day on the golf course. Additional parking with easy access from Surrey Road adds everyday convenience, all just minutes from downtown Waynesville's shopping, dining, and amenities.

279 Longview Drive, Waynesville

Listing courtesy of Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Waynesville. krista.valentine@allentate.com
$1,195,000
3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 4409862 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Fall in love at first sight with this charming mountain retreat, perfectly situated in the Balsam Mountains of Western North Carolina. This home offers an irresistible connection to nature, where wildlife sightings—including turkeys, elk, deer, and hawks—are a regular occurrence. The exterior appeal begins with a charming covered stone front porch and a gorgeous beveled glass entry that floods the home with natural light. Step inside to find stunning red oak flooring throughout the main level. The living room serves as the heart of the home, featuring a soaring ceiling and a magnificent floor-to-ceiling stacked stone fireplace with gas logs and a rustic artisan mantle. Large windows flank the fireplace, framing the lush landscape. The kitchen is a cook’s dream, equipped with a Sub-Zero built-in refrigerator, a Jenn-Air gas range with an electric oven, granite countertops, center island, and custom lighting. The adjoining dining room features a wall of windows and is pre-plumbed for a future wet bar. The spacious primary suite offers an elegant bath with a tiled shower, a relaxing garden tub, and an expansive double vanity, two closets plus a private exterior door leading directly to the back deck. A second bedroom on the main level includes a full en-suite bath. The lower level provides additional living space with a large bedroom with sitting area, a full bath, and a family/recreation room that opens to a cozy private deck. Outdoor living is exceptional, with back decks that capture the soothing sounds of a nearby rushing, bold creek. With modern updates including a new roof, HVAC, and water filtration system (2025), plus a whole-house generator and dual 320-gallon buried propane tanks, this home is as efficient as it is beautiful. Residents also enjoy access to a community picnic pavilion, perfect for social gatherings. Come experience this exceptional mountain haven just 15 minutes from historic, award winning downtown Waynesville, NC.

515 Flying Hawk Trail, Waynesville

Listing courtesy of Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Waynesville. ellen.sither@allentate.com
$450,000
2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4409822 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Well-maintained and updated property in the Junaluska Oaks subdivision. Recent updates include new flooring, new water heater, updated kitchen, and renovated bathrooms. Main level includes spacious living room with wood-burning fireplace, a family room, dining area, kitchen, and convenient half bath. Upstairs, you’ll find two bedrooms, including a primary suite, along with two full baths and a laundry room. Wrap-around covered porch and back deck provide a great outdoor space for entertaining. Basement garage provides ample space for a workshop or storage. Less than 10 minutes to downtown Waynesville, shopping and amenities, and medical centers. 3 minutes to highway access and 30 minutes to Asheville.

218 Junaluska Oaks Drive, Waynesville

Listing courtesy of CENTURY 21 Mountain Lifestyles. travis@c21mountainlifestyles.com
$840,000
5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 4402099 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Don't miss this incredibly versatile property located at the newly redesigned Waynesville Country Club. This exceptional property offers beautiful mountain and golf course views - just minutes from shopping, dining and all the charm that historic Downtown. The main level features a spacious 3-bedroom, 2-full bath layout with newly renovated kitchens and baths. This main level also includes a designated laundry room, sun drenched sitting room and French doors from the living area onto the large porch. Blending modern updates with mountain comfort. The lower level of this home has been converted into 2 seperate 1-bedroom apartments. Each with their own private outside entrances. The apartments provide excellent opportunities for rental income, guest suites, or multigenerational living. With a total of 3,607 heated square feet, this unique property offers all the flexibility and investment potential one can find at this unbeatable location. Enjoy the perfect combination of mountain serenity, golf course living, and the convenience to everything Waynesville has to offer.

28 Wake Street, Waynesville

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Great Smokies. ladyshawpaints@yahoo.com
$426,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4409488 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Located just a 10-minute walk from vibrant downtown Waynesville, this delightful 1,070+ sq ft two-bedroom, two-bath cottage/bungalow perfectly blends timeless mountain charm with modern comfort and unbeatable convenience. Step inside to discover MANY updates with inviting open floor plan that flows seamlessly between living spaces, illuminated by natural light streaming through vinyl windows. The updated kitchen boasts new SS appliances and cabinets, countertops & back splash flows effortlessly into the main living area, complemented by durable laminate flooring throughout. Both bathrooms have been thoughtfully refreshed, with the updated primary bath offering walk in shower. This home sits on a level, easy-to-maintain lot featuring a brand-new full rear yard vinyl privacy fence, creating a private sanctuary for morning coffee or evening gatherings. Outside, the side yard has expansive 10' x 23' covered side porch with its charming gazebo invites you to unwind while soaking in the fresh mountain air with all vinyl privacy fence . Additional conveniences include a practical carport for vehicle protection and a spacious 12' x 18' outbuilding with electricity ideal for extra storage, a hobby workshop, or gardening tools. Nestled in the heart of beautiful Waynesville and just minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway, this property delivers the quintessential Western North Carolina lifestyle. Enjoy effortless access to boutique shops, renowned restaurants, cultural events, and world-class outdoor recreation. Whether you're seeking a full-time residence, a weekend getaway, or an income-producing investment, this move-in-ready bungalow is short-term rental approved and ready for its next chapter. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a slice of mountain living in one of Haywood County's most desirable locations.

151 Meadow Street, Waynesville

Listing courtesy of Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Waynesville. brian.noland@allentate.com
$455,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4409422 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Pre-inspected, one owner home, on .6 acres with Mountain views, extremely private, yet only a few minutes to shopping and downtown Waynesville. This 3 bed, 2.5 bath home has plenty of room for everyone. Main level has hard-wood floors, a huge primary bedroom with gorgeous floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace with gas logs, plenty of windows, and a large ensuite bathroom. Living room, office, large kitchen, dining area and sitting room with floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace with gas logs. Walk-out finished basement has 2 bedrooms, a family room with propane stove, full bath, library and laundry room. Large wrap-around deck, plenty of storage inside and out. Natural, low-maintenance landscaping with backyard waterfall feature. Priced to allow you to put your personal touches on this solidly built home. Sellers are offering a $10,000 credit for exterior wall repair. Buy with confidence, pre-inspected with corrections made, radon tested below llimits, septic tank pumped. Come make this mountain top treehouse your own.

212 Torda Trace, Waynesville

Listing courtesy of Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Waynesville. 828-550-1389
$574,900
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4408965 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Mountain elegance meets turnkey convenience in the desirable Utah Mountain Estates. Situated on approximately 0.85 beautifully landscaped acres, this architecturally distinctive home offers breathtaking long-range mountain views, timeless design, and is being offered fully furnished, making it the perfect move-in-ready mountain retreat, primary residence, or second home. Step inside to discover a dramatic great room with soaring tongue-and-groove vaulted ceilings, a stunning floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, and expansive windows that fill the home with natural light while showcasing the surrounding mountain scenery. The open-concept floor plan seamlessly connects the living room, dining area, and spacious kitchen, creating an inviting space for entertaining or relaxing after a day in the mountains. The main-level primary suite provides comfort and privacy, while two additional bedrooms offer plenty of room for family, guests, or a home office. Extensive recent improvements add tremendous value and peace of mind, including a new roof (2023), new garage door (2024), chimney professionally serviced with a new firebox and cap (2025), mini-split heating and cooling systems installed in the lower-level bedrooms, a new well pressure tank and pump, an electrical panel upgraded with a generator connection option, and new blinds in the downstairs bedrooms. Outdoor living is every bit as impressive, with expansive decks, beautifully landscaped grounds, and peaceful mountain surroundings that invite you to unwind while taking in the fresh mountain air and scenic views. Located just minutes from downtown Waynesville, access to i-40, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, shopping, dining, and outdoor recreation, this exceptional property offers the perfect combination of privacy and convenience. Offered fully furnished and truly turnkey, all you need to bring is your suitcase to begin enjoying the mountain lifestyle from day one. Homes offering this combination of architectural character, thoughtful updates, spectacular views, and move-in-ready convenience are a rare find.

80 Strickland Drive, Waynesville

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Great Smokies. matthewwells@kw.com
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