770 Shelton Cove Rd, Waynesville, NC, 28785
About This Home
Welcome to your mountain retreat! Back on the market with a significant price improvement to align with today's market, this distinctive five-bedroom, three-bath log cabin offers the perfect blend of rustic mountain charm, thoughtful updates and everyday convenience. Featuring a newly upgraded five-bedroom septic system permit, this unique home offers a flexible floor plan ideal for a primary residence, vacation getaway or investment property. Enjoy beautiful mountain views from the expansive wraparound deck while remaining just minutes from shopping, dining and local attractions. Since purchasing the home, the owners have invested extensively in both maintenance and improvements, providing peace of mind for the next owner. Updates include new plumbing for the main-level bathrooms and laundry room, refinished flooring throughout with stripped and stained hardwoods on the main level and newly stained upper-level floors, replacement of all interior trim. The exterior has also been meticulously maintained with professional power washing, caulking and staining using a natural oil-based finish, preserving the beauty and integrity of the log home. Combining timeless cabin character with extensive recent improvements, this move-in-ready mountain retreat offers an exceptional opportunity to enjoy mountain living without sacrificing comfort or convenience.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Not Bike FriendlySchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1987
Materials
- Construction materials: Wood
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Electric Oven,Electric Water Heater,Gas Oven,Washer/Dryer
- Laundry features: In Basement,Utility Room,Laundry Room
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Interior Entry,Partially Finished
Bathroom Full
- Level: Main
Bathroom Full
- Level: Main
Bedroom S
- Level: Main
Bedroom S
- Level: Basement
Bedroom S
- Level: Basement
Bedroom S
- Level: Upper
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bonus Room
- Level: Upper
Bonus Room
- Level: Upper
Dining Room
- Level: Main
Features
- Open Floorplan,Walk-In Closet(s)
- Door features: Screen Door(s)
- Flooring: Concrete,Tile,Wood
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Finished area below ground: 1,409
- Finished area above ground: 2,748
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Baseboard,Electric,Propane
- Cooling features: Ceiling Fan(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,748
- Total interior livable area: 4,157 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Basement
Living Room
- Level: Main
Primary Bedroom
- Level: Main
Recreation Room
- Level: Basement
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 7698619553
- Zoning: Res
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck,Wrap Around
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Long Range,Mountain(s)
Lot
- Lot size: 0.29 Acres
- Features: Cleared,End Unit,Level,Views
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway,Shared Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Cold Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Landslide
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Haywood County and North Carolina
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,907 | $34,884 |
| Home Insurance * | $195 | $2,340 |
| Property Taxes | $336 | $4,032 |
| Electricity | $387 | $4,646 |
| Total | $3,825 | $45,900 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
North Carolina FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-31 | Listed for sale | $575,000 |
| 2025-11-08 | Listing removed | $675,000 |
| 2025-09-10 | Price change | $675,000 |
| 2025-03-31 | Listed for sale | $690,000 |
| 2024-10-25 | Listing removed | $675,000 |
| 2024-05-25 | Listed for sale | $675,000 |
| 2023-10-21 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2023-08-22 | Price change | $690,000 |
| 2023-06-21 | Listed for sale | $699,000 |
| 2022-02-24 | Sold | $300,000 |
| 2019-08-21 | Listing removed | $235,000 |
| 2019-06-26 | Price change | $235,000 |
| 2019-04-29 | Listed for sale | $239,999 |
| 2018-08-13 | Listing removed | $304,100 |
| 2018-06-28 | Price change | $304,100 |
| 2018-06-21 | Price change | $304,200 |
| 2018-06-14 | Price change | $304,300 |
| 2018-06-07 | Price change | $304,400 |
| 2018-05-31 | Price change | $304,500 |
| 2018-05-24 | Price change | $304,600 |
| 2018-05-17 | Price change | $304,700 |
| 2018-05-11 | Price change | $304,800 |
| 2018-05-04 | Price change | $304,900 |
| 2018-04-28 | Listed for sale | $305,000 |
| 2008-02-15 | Sold | $200,000 |
| 2007-04-17 | Sold | $233,000 |
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