Alarka Homes with Custom Style

Alarka Homes with Custom Style

Welcome to Alarka, a hidden gem nestled in the scenic landscape of Bryson City, North Carolina. This enchanting region boasts a harmonious blend of natural beauty and charming community spirit, making it an ideal destination for those seeking a tranquil retreat or a vibrant place to call home. Surrounded by the majestic peaks of the Great Smoky Mountains, Alarka offers breathtaking views and an abundance of outdoor activities, from hiking and fishing to kayaking on the pristine waters of Fontana Lake.

What truly sets Alarka apart is the unique architectural character of its homes. Here, you’ll find residences that reflect a custom style, designed to harmonize with the stunning natural surroundings. Whether you’re drawn to rustic log cabins, contemporary mountain retreats, or classic Southern homes, Alarka’s real estate offerings cater to diverse tastes and lifestyles. Each property tells its own story, showcasing exquisite craftsmanship, thoughtful layouts, and high-quality materials that create a warm and inviting atmosphere.

Living in Alarka means embracing a lifestyle that celebrates both adventure and relaxation. Enjoy the close-knit community spirit while being just a stone's throw away from the vibrant culture of Bryson City, where charming shops, delightful eateries, and local events await. With its captivating landscapes and custom-style homes, Alarka invites you to discover a place where every day feels like a vacation. Come explore this enchanting region and find the perfect home that reflects your unique style and aspirations. Your dream lifestyle in the heart of the Smokies awaits!

Newest Alarka Homes with Custom Style

$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
$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
$950,000
3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 26047402 MLS
NEW landscaping was just completed, enhancing the natural beauty of this mountain retreat, creating an even more inviting outdoor experience. Imagine hiking a trail created on your lot & ending each day in the hot tub as the sun sets across the layered mountains or gathering around the firepit next to your own private waterfall. Built in 2023 with 3 BRs, 3.5 baths, Little Bear blends mountain charm with modern comfort in one of Bryson City's most beautiful, gated communities. Enjoy coffee or wine on the deck while the kids play in the yard or spend your days exploring nearby hiking trails, Fontana Lake, the Nantahala River & the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The thoughtfully designed floor plan features a main-level primary suite with ensuite bath & walk-in closet, plus a spacious upstairs BR, loft sleeping area & office nook. The lower level offers a double bunk room, full bath & open game/media room. Offered turnkey & currently part of the Watershed Cabins rental program, Little Bear has earned a 5-star guest rating. Also incl a whole-house generator, Zito high-speed internet with Starlink backup, Hardie Board siding & exterior uplighting. Videos available @thelilbearnc

1105 Falls View Dr, Bryson City
$460,000
2 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 26047216 MLS
Cabin-style home with a modern twist, featuring spacious living areas and numerous upgrades, ideally situated on the mountainside with beautiful mountain views. Conveniently located near town and close to West Elementary School, this home offers the perfect balance of mountain charm and modern comfort. Main level features an expansive primary suite with dual closets and a large en suite bathroom. Custom kitchen is designed for both functionality and entertaining, offering a bar area and dining space. Living room showcases hardwood flooring, huge windows while the welcoming front foyer. A versatile area on the main level provides flexible space to meet a variety of needs. Laundry room is conveniently located on the main level.Upper level offers one oversized room with a large closet and halll/private bathroom. Another large bonus room with large ensuite bathroom and closet. A spacious family room with beautiful wood walls provides a warm, inviting gathering space—ideal for a game room. Generous storage . Multiple outdoor areas perfect for relaxing and enjoying mtn living, a manageable grassy yard, and a storage building. Offering both convenience and the charm of mtn living

280 Kenner Dr, Bryson City
$525,000
3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 26046705 MLS
High elevation, long-range views, and real privacy without feeling lost in the woods. This fully furnished 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath log-sided cabin sits on 4.88 acres in an upscale gated community at about 3,100 feet. You get cooler summer temps, a paved driveway, flat yard, and a creek with a small waterfall on the lower part of the property, all roughly 20 minutes from Bryson City, the Nantahala River, and Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Inside, the great room features soaring tongue-and-groove ceilings, hardwood floors, a stone gas fireplace, and plenty of natural light. The kitchen offers stainless appliances, an island with breakfast bar, and a generous dining area. Main-level living includes a large primary bedroom with walk-in closet and en-suite bath with dual vanity. Upstairs you'll find an open loft plus a second primary suite with its own en-suite bath and walk-in closet. The full basement adds a third bedroom with en-suite bath, laundry, den, and game room. Outdoor living spaces include a private rear deck with covered hot tub, dining and grilling area, a covered front porch with rocking-chair views, side yard with fire pit, lower-level patio, and paved driveway.

233 Sunset Pt, Bryson City
$340,000
1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 26046598 MLS
Tucked away on 2.43 private acres in the Alarka Highlands community, the ALARKA HIGHLANDS BUNGALOW offers a rare mountain setting with the soothing sounds of a rushing creek & a private path leading to your OWN SECLUDED WATERFALL. The spacious deck is the perfect place to relax with a fireplace for gatherings & a perfectly placed hot tub for a spa-like escape beneath the trees. A nearby firepit is just off the deck for cozy evenings under the stars. The home features a bright open studio-style layout where the kitchen, living area & sleeping space flow together in one inviting room. Large picture windows fill the space with natural light & frame the surrounding woods, while a stone fireplace anchors the living area with warmth & rustic charm. Alarka Highlands offers a community pavilion & tennis courts for owners to enjoy. Offered fully furnished & turnkey & already set up as a STR. It's about 25 miles from the entrance to Great Smoky Mountains Nat'l Park & the charming shops and eateries of Bryson City. This is the first home inside of the community with a paved road to the door. Alarka Highlands Bungalow is the affordable Smoky Mountain investment you've been waiting for.

1012 Alarka Highlands, Bryson City
$630,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 26045377 MLS
Escape to 3,500 feet elevation and enjoy the peaceful charm of this fully furnished/turnkey 3BD/2.5BA mountain cabin on approx. 2 acres (being surveyed before closing). With nearly 3,000 sq ft of living space, this home offers room to breathe—inside and out. Recent updates include a new GE gas range and a new hot tub! The oversized 1,100" sq ft garage with workshop is perfect for hobbies, and one door is extra tall for lifted vehicles. Built with SIPs panels for energy efficiency and wrapped in beautiful hemlock siding, this home is solid and smart. Relax in the hot tub or gather around the firepit beneath a wisteria-covered canopy. Mature trees and a serene setting make this the ideal mountain escape—whether full-time or just when you need a reset. Easy year round access! Seller has Frontier landline, Starlink internet (WIFI calling with Starlink). Additional adjoining acreage is available for purchase. Seller willing to add an additional 3 acres (making it a total of 5 Acres) with full price offer!

620 Mason Br, Bryson City
$599,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 26043165 MLS
Price reduced, and the Seller owns an adjoining 4.89 acres that they are willing to sell at an attractive price if you want more land! Why endure the hassle and expense of building when you can purchase this nearly new home, constructed in 2023! This fantastic property is situated on 5.71 acres at an elevation of 3,500 feet, offering a stunning Southwest view that can be improved with minimal tree trimming. The wooded lot provides end-of-the-road privacy and cooler summer temperatures. This unique two-and-a-half-level home features three bedrooms and three bathrooms, a vaulted ceiling, and a wood-burning fireplace. You'll also find a game room, distinctive fixtures, live-edge granite countertops, and a beautifully tiled stone shower in the primary bathroom. Step outside and choose from four covered porches to relax on, or gather around the fire pit for a cozy evening. This property offers ample space for growth and exploration. Most of the furniture is included in the asking price! Given the layout, this would be an ideal home for converting the first level into a mother-in-law suite or separate living quarters. The location is just 20 minutes from Bryson City.

241 Golden Hawk Dr, Bryson City
$1,075,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 26042092 MLS
Custom Craftsman-Style Mountain Home – 353 Bartlett Glen Cove, Bryson City, NC Experience breathtaking long-range mountain views from this custom 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath, 3,274 sq ft Craftsman/woodland-style retreat in scenic Bryson City. A large covered porch and thoughtfully designed interiors highlight the home's rich oak and stone detailing, soaring 1-story vaulted ceilings, and hardwood floors throughout. Custom Levelor battery-operated window treatments combine elegance with convenience. The gourmet kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a wine fridge. The main-level primary suite includes a luxurious bath with heated floors and a double-headed steam shower. A fully finished basement offers a wet bar with dishwasher—perfect for entertaining. Outdoor living is equally impressive, with landscaped stone walkways, a stone patio, and a mulched path leading to a private gazebo and walking trail with a charming footbridge. Additional features include an attached garage, security cameras inside and out, and Alexa integration. This home is ideal as a year-round residence or mountain getaway. Owners are licensed North Carolina REALTORS.

353 Bartlett Glen Cove Dr, Bryson City
$370,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26042648 MLS
Charming Mountain Home with Creek on 1.93 Acres on East Alarka Nestled in the peaceful East Alarka community, this spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and natural beauty. Set on 1.93 acres with a picturesque creek running through the property, you'll enjoy the soothing sounds of nature right outside your door. Built in 1980 and offering approximately 1,794 square feet of living space, this home features a thoughtful split-level (or two-story) layout with plenty of room for family or guests. The bright Florida room provides an ideal spot to relax year-round, while the cozy wood stove adds warmth and charm to cooler mountain evenings. The home is equipped with both central heat and air, an attic fan, and multiple heating options—including a gas heater and wood stove—for year-round comfort. The kitchen features a gas cooking stove, and the property is served by a private well. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the usable land, creek frontage, and ample storage with a one-car garage and a two-bay shed. This retreat offers a peaceful setting with convenient access to Bryson City making it an ideal full time residence or mountain retreat.

70 Green Valley Acres, Bryson City
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