The Mountain Lake Lifestyle You’ve Been Dreaming About
One of Lake Nantahala’s greatest draws is how wild and pristine it remains. With the vast majority of the surrounding shoreline protected from development, the lake offers a peaceful mountain setting without the traffic, noise, or premium price tag often associated with larger, more populated lakes.
Perched above the lake, this beautifully furnished log cabin offers sweeping lake and mountain views and easy access to everything that makes Lake Nantahala special. A public fishing pier and boat access are approximately 1/10 mile away, with the marina and café just 1.5 miles away. Spend summer days on a pontoon, tubing, paddling, swimming, or fishing for kokanee salmon, walleye, bass, and trout, then come home to relax on the expansive decks and take in the views.
Inside, warm wood finishes, a fireplace, and inviting gathering spaces create a true four season mountain retreat. The home is currently operating as a short term rental through Vacasa, offering flexibility as a personal getaway, second home, or investment property.
Updates include a new furnace in 2023, fully encapsulated crawlspace with permanent dehumidifier in 2022, and extensive décor updates in 2022. Designer furnishings convey, including many Natuzzi pieces, making this a truly turnkey opportunity.
Western North Carolina lake life, incredible views, easy water access, and room to breathe, without the typical lakefront cost.
Active
Price cut: $26K (11/3)
$599,000
135 Ridge Top Dr, Topton, NC 28781
3beds
2,329sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2004
0.42 Acres Lot
$592,400 Zestimate®
$257/sqft
$33/mo HOA
What's special
Beautifully furnished log cabinWarm wood finishesDesigner furnishings conveyExpansive decksFour season mountain retreatEasy water accessIncredible views
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Sadie Carlson sadie@lookingglassrealty.com,
Looking Glass Realty,
Kelly Spencer,
Looking Glass Realty
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4418835
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Heating
- Central, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Microwave, Propane Water Heater, Refrigerator with Ice Maker, Washer/Dryer, Other
- Laundry: In Kitchen
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
- Doors: Screen Door(s)
- Has basement: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,329
- Total interior livable area: 2,329 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,273
- Finished area below ground: 0
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Tri-Level
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Long Range, Mountain(s), Water, Year Round
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Boat Ramp – Community, Boat Slip – Community, Paddlesport Launch Site - Community
- Body of water: Nantahala Lake
Lot
- Size: 0.42 Acres
- Features: Hilly, Sloped, Wooded, Views
Details
- Parcel number: 6515041541
- Zoning: R4
- Special conditions: Subject to Lease
- Horse amenities: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Log
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2004
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Community Well
- Utilities for property: Propane, Satellite Internet Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: El Shaddai Estates
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $400 annually
Location
- Region: Topton
- Elevation: 2500 Feet
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $257/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $446,230
- Date on market: 8/27/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 69 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
$592,400
$563,000 - $622,000
$2,128/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/3/2026 | Price change | $599,000-4.2%$257/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4418835 Report a problem | ||
| 8/27/2026 | Price change | $625,000-3.8%$268/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4418835 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $650,000+23.8%$279/sqft |
Source:  Mountain Lakes BOR #158393 Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2024 | Listing removed | $525,000+16.7%$225/sqft |
Source: NGBOR #308538 Report a problem | ||
| 12/11/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: NGBOR #308538 Report a problem | ||
| 10/7/2022 | Sold | $450,000-14.3%$193/sqft |
Source:  Hive MLS #98509866 Report a problem | ||
| 7/8/2021 | Pending sale | $525,000$225/sqft |
Source: NGBOR #308538 Report a problem | ||
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