4900 Preserve Road

Sylva, NC
$ 3,995,000 Beds 4 Baths 6 Sq 6,625 Virtual Tour
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Enter into a home unlike any other in Western North Carolina, where reclaimed history and forward-thinking design come together on a private two-acre homestead at 4,320 feet. Wrapped on every side by conservation land, with western views that stretch toward the horizon and shift with the light all day long, this is a home that feels less built than discovered, as if from the mountain itself. At the heart of the home is its reclaimed sinker cypress, found throughout the structural timbers and beyond. Recovered from river bottoms by the legendary "swamp men," whose work has been featured on the History Channel, this cypress spent more than a century submerged in water before being rediscovered. That century underwater transformed the wood, giving it a density, color, durability and richness that simply cannot be replicated and a story that few homes can tell. Douglas fir, heart pine and cypress carry that craftsmanship to the siding, soffits, fascia, trim, doors, floors and porches, while reclaimed white oak cabinetry and high-end Marvin window sash frames continue it inside. Locally sourced mica, feldspar and quartz form the rock walls, sidewalks and exterior stone features that root the home firmly in its mountain setting. This is also one of the most thoughtfully engineered homes you will find anywhere in the region. LEED Gold Certified and Energy Star Qualified, it runs on a sophisticated geothermal and solar thermal system providing radiant floor heat and domestic hot water, supported by a south-facing solar PV and hot water collector grid with an inverter. An ERV fresh air system keeps indoor air exceptionally clean, rainwater harvesting sustains the landscaping and an EcoShake roof of recycled wood shake shingles reinforced with vinyl and cellulose fiber tops it all off. Should the grid ever go down, a whole-home Generac generator, bedroom LP heatilators, a floor-to-ceiling wood burning fireplace, a pellet stove and a manual wellhead pump ensure the home keeps running without interruption. Four ensuite bedrooms, a private office, an exercise room, a cedar sauna, a wine cellar, an elevator and a dog shower round out a layout built for comfort and everyday life, while thoughtful accessibility features, including an ingress and egress ramp, elevator access to all floors and a curbless shower, make this home as livable as it is beautiful. Upstairs, the guest suites open onto Juliet balconies, framing the views from the moment you wake. Go outside and the experience continues. A screened porch with a built-in grill, a screened deck, an outdoor shower, an outdoor fireplace and a stone and brick paver veranda overlook a rare flat, fenced backyard and a sprawling terrace level made for gathering. A fully functional professional greenhouse rounds out the grounds, ready for whatever you choose to grow. Above the garage, a newly renovated ensuite guest suite offers a private retreat for visitors, while the terrace level features a beautifully appointed second kitchen, newly completed by Clark and Leatherwood, opening the door to true multigenerational living. All of this sits within Balsam Mountain Preserve, one of Western North Carolina's most acclaimed mountain communities. Thousands of acres of protected forestland, miles of hiking trails, an Arnold Palmer Signature golf course, an equestrian center, a wellness center and a clubhouse with fine dining and panoramic views await just beyond your door, alongside a vibrant calendar of community life built around conservation and connection. This is a home that must be experienced in person to be fully understood and once you do, it is impossible to forget.

Single Family

  • Price
  • $ 3,995,000
  • City
  • Sylva
  • Bedrooms
  • 4
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 5
  • County
  • JACKSON
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 2
  • Area
  • Jackson County
  • Lot Size
  • 2.04 Acres
  • Zip
  • 28779
  • Sqr Footage
  • 6,625
  • Year Built
  • 2008
  • Style
  • Post and Beam
  • MLS#
  • 4393548
Listed By: Premier Sotheby’s International Realty; 919-622-4082
Data Source: Canopy MLS

Features

General

Living Area 6206
Sewer Septic Installed
Heating Active Solar,Central,Geothermal,Propane,Radiant Floor,Zoned
Cooling Central Air,Geothermal,Humidity Control,Zoned
Utilities Propane,Solar,Underground Power Lines,Underground Utilities,Other - See Remarks
Roof Metal,Wood Rafters,Wood Trusses,Other - See Remarks
Appliances Bar Fridge,Dishwasher,Disposal,Double Oven,Dryer,ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer,ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer,Freezer,Gas Range,Microwave,Refrigerator,Solar Hot Water
HOA Fee 1995
Garage Spaces 3
Patio/Porch Features Balcony,Covered,Deck,Front Porch,Patio,Rear Porch,Screened,Side Porch
Architectural Style Post and Beam
Construction Materials Metal,Stone,Wood,Other - See Remarks
Year Built 2008
View Long Range,Mountain(s),Year Round
Levels One and One Half
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Parcel Number 7672-91-2323
Elevation 4000
Community Features Clubhouse,Fitness Center,Game Court,Gated,Golf,Helipad,Outdoor Pool,Picnic Area,Pond,Putting Green,Recreation Area,Tennis Court(s),Walking Trails
Assoc Fee Paid Per Quarterly
County Jackson
New Construction No
Property Type Residential
HOA Yes
Subdivision Name Balsam Mountain Preserve
Garage Y/N Yes
Other Structures Greenhouse
Full Baths 5
Directions Meet agent at Balsam Mountain Preserve sales office located directly off Preserve Rd before gate on the left. Follow agent to home from that location. The community has two gates. Make sure to come t
High School Unspecified
City Sylva
Association Name Balsam Mountain Preserve Community Association
Senior Community Y/N No
Lot Size Units Acres
Carport Y/N No
Elementary School Unspecified
Middle/Junior High School Unspecified
Additional Parcels Y/N No
Builder Name Clark & Leatherwood
Standard Status Active
CAR_HOASubjectTo Required
Construction Type Site Built
Restrictions Architectural Review,Manufactured Home Not Allowed,Modular Not Allowed,Short Term Rental Allowed,Signage,Square Feet
Tax Assessed Value 4263339
Listing Terms Cash,Conventional

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Breakfast Bar,Built-in Features,Central Vacuum,Elevator,Entrance Foyer,Kitchen Island,Pantry,Sauna,Storage,Walk-In Closet(s),Walk-In Pantry,Wet Bar
Basement Daylight,Finished
Fireplace Features Gas,Great Room,Living Room,Pellet Stove,Wood Burning
Basement (Y/N) Yes
Window Features Insulated Window(s)
Fireplace Y/N Yes
Above Grade Finished Area 3977
Half Baths 2
Laundry Features Mud Room,Inside,Laundry Room,Lower Level,Main Level,Multiple Locations
Total Bedrooms 4
Below Grade Finished Area 2229
Total Baths 7
SqFt Main 2524
SqFt Garage 1628
SqFt Upper 1453
Bedroom 1

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities Elevator,Outdoor Shower,Rainwater Catchment,Sauna,Other - See Remarks
Fencing Back Yard,Fenced
Parking Features Driveway,Attached Garage,Garage Door Opener,Garage Faces Front,Garage Faces Side,Keypad Entry
Lot Features Green Area,Level,Private,Rolling Slope,Wooded,Views,Other - See Remarks
Water Source Well
Lot Size Area 2.04
Foundation Details Basement
Road Surface Type Asphalt,Gravel,Paved,Other
Other Parking 2 car garage on main. 1 car garage with workspace in basement. large driveway
Door Features Insulated Door(s),Pocket Doors,Sliding Doors
Other Equipment Generator
Road Responsibility Private Maintained Road,Road Maintenance Agreement
Horse Amenities Arena,Barn,Boarding Facilities,Equestrian Facilities,Hay Storage,Horses Allowed,Paddocks,Pasture,Riding Trail,Tack Room,Trailer Storage,Wash Rack
Main Level Garage YN Yes

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

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$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Hickory, NC office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Unspecified Elementary School
Middle School Unspecified Middle School
High School Unspecified High School

Price History

7/7/2026 Listed $4,395,000
8/31/2026 10% - $3,995,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 28779

Price
AVG $1.1M
$4M
Year Built
AVG 1991
2008
Visits
AVG 188
51
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4900 Preserve Road Sylva, NC is a Single Family Home for sale at $3995000 with 6625 sqft and a lot size of 2.04 Acres Acre(s). 4900 Preserve Road Sylva has 4 bedrooms, 5 baths and was built in 2008. The property's zip code is 28779 which is in Sylva, NC

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