Alarka Real Estate

Alarka Real Estate

Welcome to Alarka, a hidden gem nestled in the picturesque mountains of North Carolina, just a stone's throw from the charming town of Bryson City. This enchanting region boasts a unique blend of natural beauty, rich history, and a close-knit community that captures the essence of Southern Appalachian living.

Alarka is renowned for its stunning landscapes, featuring lush forests, rolling hills, and the serene waters of the Tuckasegee River. Outdoor enthusiasts will find an abundance of recreational opportunities, from hiking the scenic trails of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park to fishing in crystal-clear streams. The area is also a haven for wildlife, making it a perfect backdrop for nature lovers and photographers alike.

The vibrant community of Bryson City, located just minutes away, offers a delightful mix of local shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions. Here, you can enjoy the warm hospitality of the locals while indulging in delicious Southern cuisine or exploring the rich history of the region at the Swain County Heritage Museum.

Alarka is not just a place to live; it’s a lifestyle. With its breathtaking views and tranquil atmosphere, it’s ideal for those seeking a peaceful retreat or a family-friendly environment. Whether you’re looking to build your dream home or invest in a vacation getaway, Alarka offers a unique opportunity to embrace the beauty and charm of Western North Carolina.

Discover the magic of Alarka, where the mountains meet the sky, and every day feels like a breath of fresh air. Come and experience the warmth and wonder of this remarkable region for yourself!

Newest Listings in Alarka

$169,500
26047993 MLS
Bryson City, NC - In the East Alarka Mountain Range, Bartlett Glen Cove Subdivision. Well established subdivision with just a few homes left to be built, we are sharing some very beautiful mountain views. LOT 38 has a western, long-range mountain view. Walking paths. Picnic area and a historic barn. Development only twelve minutes to downtown Bryson City. Fifteen minutes to the Nantahala Gorge, HWY 28 and Cherokee. This lot is suitable for a second home or year-round living. Reasonable restrictions associated with development. $750/yr improved BGC HOA fees. Owners are licensed North Carolina REALTORS. All-wheel drive required on gravel mountain roads. No Drive-byes, appointment required.

532 High Mountain Vw, Bryson City
$189,000
26047990 MLS
Bryson City, NC - In the East Alarka Mountain Range, Bartlett Glen Cove Subdivision. Well established subdivision with just a few homes left to be built, we are sharing some very beautiful mountain views. LOT 28 has a western, long-range mountain view, water system is ready at the lot. Walking paths. Picnic area and a historic barn. Development only twelve minutes to downtown Bryson City. Fifteen minutes to the Nantahala Gorge, HWY 28 and Cherokee. Site has home pad in place. This lot is suitable for a second home or year-round living. Reasonable restrictions associated with development. $750/yr improved BGC HOA fees. Owners are licensed North Carolina REALTORS. All wheel drive required.

204 Eagle Crest Way, Bryson City
$139,000
26047989 MLS
Bryson City, NC - In the East Alarka Mountain Range, Bartlett Glen Cove Subdivision. Well established subdivision with just a few homes left to be built, we are sharing some very beautiful mountain views. LOT 41 has a western, long-range mountain view, water system is ready at the lot. Walking paths. Picnic area and a historic barn. Development only twelve minutes to downtown Bryson City. Fifteen minutes to the Nantahala Gorge, HWY 28 and Cherokee. Site has home pad in place. This lot is suitable for a second home or year-round living. Reasonable restrictions associated with development. $750/yr improved BGC HOA fees. Owners are licensed North Carolina REALTORS.

686 High Mountain Vw, Bryson City
$175,000
26047967 MLS
Discover the perfect setting for your mountain dream home on this exceptional 5.51-acre homesite in the prestigious gated community of The Falls. A long, meandering driveway leads through the forest to a recently excavated building site, saving time and expense while offering the ideal canvas for your custom retreat. This homesite has extraordinary westerly mountain views—the same breathtaking sunsets The Falls is known for, that could be expanded with selective clearing. Enter the community through its signature cascading waterfalls and enjoy beautifully paved roads, underground utilities, and a thoughtfully designed neighborhood featuring distinctive custom homes and exceptional craftsmanship. The Falls is renowned for its spectacular western vistas, privacy, and unspoiled natural beauty, creating one of Western North Carolina's premier mountain communities. Just minutes from downtown Bryson City, Fontana Lake, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Deep Creek, and the Nantahala Outdoor Center, you'll enjoy easy access to hiking, boating, fishing, rafting, dining, and shopping. Build your legacy in a community where nature, quality, and mountain living come together.

Lot 50 Falls View Dr, Bryson City
$365,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26047951 MLS
A Modern, Chic Cottage - renovated, beautifully furnished, and turnkey! This stylish 2BR/2BA mountain retreat is an AirBnB Superstar and offers the perfect blend of modern design and peaceful seclusion. Nestled among the trees, the home feels like a private treehouse with oversized windows that bring the outdoors in. The open floor plan features a stunning kitchen with granite countertops, island seating, stainless appliances, shiplap walls, coffered ceilings, and beautiful hardwood floors. Enjoy morning coffee on the deck overlooking the forest or gather around the fire pit after a day exploring Bryson City and the Smokies. The lower-level bedroom and full bath have a private exterior entrance, offering flexibility as a guest suite, office, game room, or potential lockout rental. A level yard, paved driveway, attached carport, and unrestricted acreage add to the appeal. Enclose the carport for additional living space! Conveniently located just one minute from Hwy 74 and only minutes to downtown Bryson City, the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad, hiking, rafting, and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Move-in or rental ready!

315 Bear Cv, Bryson City
$95,000
26047924 MLS
Welcome to Baines Mountain, where peaceful mountain living collides with nature's best qualities. Lush woods separate beautiful homes in this quiet community and wildlife visitors can be spotted passing through. This lot has a house site that has grown over with time but after some clearing and tree trimming, has the potential to boast excellent mountain views. There is already a well on location and the Baines Mountain area is home to some of Bryson City's most successful vacation rentals, being just a 15-minute drive from downtown Bryson City. The HOA and its restrictions are reasonable and ensure that this community and the homes located within it remain beautiful for all owner's benefit.

Friendship Walk, Bryson City
$95,000
26047829 MLS
Rare find in the Great Smoky Mountains! This parcel has no building restrictions and boarders over 4000 acres of United States Forest Service. Privacy meets high elevation living at this serene location. Winters views currently but with tree clearing this location could boast long range mountain views. This would be an excellent place to build your dream home if you enjoy wildlife, mountain views, and privacy all while being only 15-20 minutes from downtown Bryson City.

00 Turkey Ridge Rd, Bryson City
$449,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26047796 MLS
Versatile Mountain Retreat with Guest Suite, Workshop & Acreage — Minutes from Bryson City. Tucked away on 3.41 private acres, this well-maintained mountain home offers a rare combination of space, flexibility, and income potential, feeling peacefully secluded while remaining just minutes from downtown Bryson City, outdoor recreation, and the Smokies. The ground-level main living area features a comfortable, open layout ideal for full-time living or a second-home retreat, while the upper level—with its own separate exterior entry—offers an in-law suite or potential rental, providing excellent flexibility for visiting family, multi-generational living, or income opportunities. Unlike many similarly priced homes in Swain County, this property also includes ample garage and workshop space—perfect for hobbies, storage, or outdoor gear—along with level parking, easy access, and usable acreage with opportunities to enhance views and outdoor living areas. Offered turnkey and furnished, 1333 Pigeon Creek Rd delivers exceptional value for buyers seeking a private mountain residence, an income-producing opportunity, or a flexible layout that adapts to changing needs.

1333 Pigeon Crk, Bryson City
$1,069,000
3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 26047758 MLS
Experience luxury mountain living in this extraordinary custom log home offering 4,000+ SF, 3BR/3.5BA, and breathtaking panoramic long-range views. Soaring vaulted ceilings and floor-to-ceiling JELD-WEN windows and doors fill the open-concept living area with natural light and stunning mountain scenery. The main level features a beautifully appointed kitchen with granite countertops, spacious dining area, cozy propane fireplace, solid hardwood floors, and a luxurious primary suite with spa-inspired ensuite bath. Expansive TREX decking is perfect for relaxing and taking in the views. Upstairs, the oversized loft with solid hardwood flooring offers flexible space for guests, an office, or game room. The finished lower-level features COREtec luxury flooring, spacious recreation room, guest accommodations, full bath, and a large premium Scandia sauna. Additional features include dual Trane heat pumps, Honeywell Home climate control, and a whole-house Generac generator. A true Smoky Mountain sanctuary! Ask how financing may qualify you for an additional 1% preferred lender credit toward closing costs or a rate buydown.

92 Cherahala Ln, Bryson City
$140,000
26047682 MLS
Life is just better at the top of the mountain! Total Privacy and Peacefulness await you on this Unrestricted 16.486 acres. At over 3,500 ft elevation, you will enjoy cooler weather and beautiful long-range mountain views! Centrally located between Bryson City and the Nantahala River. Potential for several homesites, and overhead power is at the base of the property. USFS land is also a short distance away. Wildlife is all around you. Enjoy watching the deer, turkey, and birds. If you are looking to build a private and peaceful getaway or full-time residence, this property is a must-see!

Big Bench Rd, Bryson City
$547,900
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26047645 MLS
Waterfall Whisper - Located in Bartlett Glen Cove in Bryson City, NC, this charming two-bedroom, two-bath cabin is nestled in the woods and within walking distance to a nearby waterfall. The property will convey a deeded pedestrian easement to the waterfall. The home features a spacious open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area highlighted by a stone fireplace with propane gas insert. The kitchen is appointed with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops, complemented by hardwood flooring and tile baths throughout. The primary bath offers a large custom walk-in tile shower with dual shower heads. An open loft on the second level includes a king bed, seating area, coffee nook, and access to a private outdoor balcony. Outdoor living spaces include a screened side porch and an uncovered front deck. Additional features include Louisiana-Pacific SmartSide siding, community amenities such as walking trails, picnic area, historic barn, and Sky Box for homeowners' use. The property is currently operating as a vacation rental on VRBO and Airbnb under the name “Waterfall Whisper.” All-wheel drive is required. Owners are NC-licensed REALTORS.

319 Majestic Mountain Vw, Bryson City
$35,000
26047601 MLS
Discover the perfect mountain retreat with this exceptional 4-acre lot, boasting stunning south to southwest views at an impressive 2,850 ft elevation. Enjoy the convenience of paved access right to your driveway, with both the homesite and driveway already excavated and ready for your vision. This property offers a minimum building requirement of just 600 sq. ft., giving you flexibility to design your ideal mountain getaway. The views will be impressive with selective tree trimming; you'll easily unlock even more breathtaking panoramas—just take a look at the photos, captured 250 ft above the homesite to showcase the full potential. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the easy access to prime trout fishing, as well as the nearby attractions of Bryson City, the Nantahala Gorge, Fontana Lake, and all the wonders of the region. An expired 3-bedroom septic permit is on file, and a power pole is already on the property. Opportunities like this are rare—especially at this price point. Come see for yourself why this is the best mountain view lot without breaking the bank!

Lot 70 Eagles Roost Road, Bryson City
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