About this home

Experience refined mountain living in this exquisite Mountain Laurel Cottage, nestled within the pristine gated community of Bear Lake Reserve. Thoughtfully designed with both elegance and comfort in mind, this exceptional home welcomes you with a grand foyer that opens seamlessly into a spacious open-concept floor plan. A beautifully appointed powder room along the entryway offers convenience for guests. The main living area showcases soaring vaulted ceilings and a magnificent floor-to-ceiling stacked stone fireplace, creating a warm yet sophisticated atmosphere perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The gourmet kitchen is equally impressive, featuring stunning granite countertops, an expansive breakfast bar, and an open design that allows effortless connection with family and guests alike. A dedicated laundry and mudroom with an additional exterior entrance provides the perfect transition after a day spent enjoying the natural beauty of the surrounding mountains and trails. Upstairs, you'll find two inviting guest bedrooms and an additional full bath, offering comfort and privacy for family and visitors.As a resident of Bear Lake Reserve, enjoy access to an extraordinary collection of luxury amenities including swimming, hiking trails, championship golf, pickleball, tennis, fine dining, and a vibrant lakeside clubhouse, along with activities and camps for children. Discover the perfect blend of mountain charm and upscale living. Schedule your private showing today

Facts and features

Schools

• Cullowhee Valley School

  elementary · K-8 · 7.0 mi

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• Smoky Mountain High

  high · 9-12 · 10.5 mi

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• Blue Ridge Virtual Early College

  middle · 7-12 · 7.9 mi

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• Blue Ridge School

  elementary · K-6 · 7.9 mi

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• Jackson County Early College

  high · 9-12 · 10.4 mi

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• Fairview Elementary

  elementary · K-8 · 10.5 mi

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Price history

• Jun 24, 2026 · Price Changed$499,000
• Jun 24, 2026 · Price Changed$499,000
• Jun 8, 2026 · Listed$525,000
• May 23, 2026 · Listed$525,000
• Apr 6, 2024 · Listing Removed—
• Sep 8, 2023 · Listed$465,000
• Aug 14, 2021 · Listing Removed—
• Aug 18, 2020 · Listed$349,000

Tax history

• 2026$1,657 tax · $494,251 assessed
• 2025$1,657 tax · $494,251 assessed
• 2023$1,336 tax · $318,910 assessed
• 2022$1,336 tax · $318,910 assessed
• 2021$1,245 tax · $318,910 assessed
• 2020$1,092 tax · $265,480 assessed
• 2019$1,092 tax · $265,480 assessed
• 2018$1,092 tax · $265,480 assessed

Home value

$493,195

• Quantarium$493,195
• Cotality$484,200
• Collateral Analytics$494,000

Where it is