$699,000

Tucked into the heart of Maggie Valley, this log cabin has been a much-loved second home for its owners and a favorite with guests as an established short-term rental, and it's easy to see why. You get the seasonal mountain views you came here for and a location you can reach year-round, without the white-knuckle drive up a steep mountain road. The centerpiece is a two-story stone gas fireplace that rises through the main living area and sets the tone the moment you enter. The kitchen features updated cabinetry, countertops, appliances and more, all while keeping the cabin's character intact, so it works just as well for a quiet dinner for two as it does for a full house after a day on the trails. Upstairs, a loft is perfect for a reading nook, home office and more. Downstairs, a cozy entertainment room adds a spot for movie night and the covered deck is where the evenings tend to end, rain or shine. Four sleeping areas, including three bedrooms per the septic permit and three and a half baths with updated vanities, mean nobody draws the short straw. The cabin is already up and running as a rental and ready to welcome its next guests. Because the sellers have also kept it for their own getaways, a buyer who opens up the calendar has room to grow, though an equally compelling option would be to move right in yourself and keep the enjoyment personal. Many furnishings are negotiable with an offer, so you can enter right in. From here, the Blue Ridge Parkway, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Cataloochee Ski Area are all close by and Asheville Regional Airport is only a 45-minute drive. Whether you're coming here to unplug or putting the cabin to work, Sherwood Mountain is ready when you are.