1426 Fern Trail
Waynesville, NC 28786
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,844 sqft · $190/sqft
Highlights
About This Home
This property won't last long at this price, and rightly so. Bring your buyers with a dream for a solid home that can be personalized to be exactly what the buyers desire! It is a blank slate for your vision.
Nestled in the sought-after Balsam Forest community, this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the perfect blend of mountain tranquility and modern comfort. Surrounded by beautifully crafted homes, this property delivers both privacy and neighborhood appeal in one exceptional setting on approximately one and a quarter acres.
Step inside to a warm and inviting layout featuring a spacious living area that flows seamlessly into the kitchen and dining space—ideal for everyday living or entertaining. The primary suite provides a private retreat complete with a walk-in closet and en-suite bath with a chandelier and large tub, while two additional bedrooms offer flexibility for guests, family, or a home office.
Enjoy the outdoors from both sides of the home—take in stunning mountain views from the covered front porch, or relax on the open back deck overlooking peaceful natural surroundings. With the property backing up to the Blue Ridge Parkway, you’ll enjoy added privacy with no future development behind you.
Property Highlights:
3 Bedrooms | 2 Full Bathrooms
Primary suite with walk-in closet & private bath
Located in desirable Balsam Forest HOA
Paved road access & concrete driveway
Covered front porch with beautiful long-range views
Open back deck for outdoor living
Borders the Blue Ridge Parkway for added privacy
Septic system installed
Recently replaced well pump & water pressure tested for peace of mind
Conveniently located with easy access to Sylva, Waynesville, and the 23/74 bypass, this home offers the best of both worlds—quiet mountain living with quick access to town amenities.
Whether you're looking for a full-time residence or a mountain getaway, this property is a rare opportunity to enjoy privacy, views, and community all in one.
**Note: Great news! The furnace is working so the home is heated living space!! While the HVAC system was damaged, the heat portion is still productive. Seller has taken this into consideration when pricing the property.
**Stove doesn't work. Light in dining area is being replaced since it doesn't work.
**Seller has priced home to account for needed work and updates.
**No Short Term Rentals
Property Details
Interior Details
- Heating
- Other - See Remarks
- Sqftmain
- 1844
- Roomcount
- 9
- Sqftlower
- 0
- Sqftthird
- 0
- Sqftupper
- 0
- Exclusions
- Light in dining area is being replaced since it doesn't work
- Bedroommain
- 3
- Fullbathmain
- 2
- Halfbathmain
- 0
- Door Features
- French Doors
- Half Bathrooms
- 0
- Total Bathrooms
- 2
- Laundry Features
- Laundry Room
- Mainlevelgarageyn
- 0
- Sqftunheatedtotal
- 0
- Fireplace Features
- Living Room
- Sqfttotalpropertyhla
- 1844
Square Footage And Levels
- Levels
- One
- Above Grade Finished Area
- 1844
- Below Grade Finished Area
- 0
Parking And Garage
- Open Parking
- true
- Parking Features
- Driveway
- Parking Space(s)
- Open Parking Spaces
- 3
Exterior Features
- Construction Materials
- Hardboard Siding
Lot And Land
- Lot Features
- Adjoins Forest
- Wooded
- Views
- Lot Size Units
- Acres
Basement And Foundation
- Foundation Details
- Crawl Space
Waterfront And View
- View
- Long Range
- Mountain(s)
- Winter
Utilities
- Sewer
- Septic Installed
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected
- Water Source
- Well
Financial Information
- Citytaxespaidto
- No City Taxes Paid
Zoning And Restrictions
- Zoningspecification
- Res
Listed by Janet Frazier (229-315-9029) · Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Heritage (828-926-5200)
Location
- Address
- 1426 Fern Trail
- City
- Waynesville, NC 28786
- Community
- Balsam Forest
Schools
- Elementary
- Hazelwood
- Middle
- Waynesville
- High
- Tuscola
School assignments may change. Contact the school district to confirm.
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