Welcome to Big Foot Trail, an extraordinary mountain estate where handcrafted luxury, unmatched privacy, and exceptional investment potential come together on 13.32 acres in the heart of Western North Carolina. Just minutes from Cataloochee Valley, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and only 10 minutes to I-40, this remarkable Red Cedar log home offers over 4,000 square feet of timeless craftsmanship surrounded by rushing creeks, towering hardwoods, open pasture, and peaceful mountain beauty.
From the moment you arrive, you'll discover a property unlike any other. Expansive covered porches wrap around nearly every side of the home, inviting you to relax and enjoy the sights and sounds of nature. A charming footbridge crosses the creek, offering the perfect place to pause, explore, and enjoy the peaceful setting. Inside, the breathtaking great room is anchored by soaring 23-foot ceilings, massive timber beams, and walls of glass that fill the home with natural light. Built for both comfort and efficiency, the home features poured concrete walls, spray foam insulation, and two soapstone wood stoves that provide exceptional year-round energy performance.
The spacious main level primary suite opens directly onto the covered porch overlooking the pond and cascading waterfalls, creating a private retreat unlike any other. The luxurious primary bath features an oversized custom tile shower and an expansive dressing room. An open concept kitchen with breakfast bar flows seamlessly into the dining and living areas, making entertaining effortless. A guest bedroom, additional baths, flexible bonus room, and an expansive finished lower level provide incredible versatility for recreation, hobbies, media space, or additional guest accommodations.
Step outside to experience what truly sets this property apart. Wander beside the creek, enjoy the pond with its charming waterfall feature, relax around the fire pit, or explore the beautiful mix of pasture and mature forest. A freshwater spring, old barn, and separate bonus cabin create even more possibilities for personal enjoyment or flexible use as a caretaker's cottage, studio, or private office.
For buyers seeking more than just a home, this property presents an exciting opportunity. The 13.32-acre tract offers privacy and usable terrain with potential for future expansion, while an additional 30-plus adjoining acres may also be available separately. With its separate access points and varied topography, the additional acreage could provide opportunities for expanded recreational use or future hospitality concepts, including luxury cabins, treehouse accommodations, glamping sites, or a private mountain retreat, subject to buyer due diligence, permitting, and county approvals.
Perfectly positioned near the entrance to Cataloochee Valley, one of the most sought-after destinations within Great Smoky Mountains National Park known for its elk, hiking, and scenic beauty, this exceptional property places outdoor adventure at your doorstep while remaining conveniently accessible to Interstate 40, Waynesville, Maggie Valley, Asheville, and the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Whether you're searching for an extraordinary private mountain estate, a multigenerational retreat, or a one-of-a-kind investment with room to grow, Big Foot Trail is a rare offering where luxury, nature, and opportunity meet.
Satellite internet is available. Furniture, tools, and four-wheelers are negotiable.
Active
$1,999,000
4501 Cove Creek Rd, Waynesville, NC 28785
2beds
4,199sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2022
13.32 Acres Lot
$1,884,600 Zestimate®
$476/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Old barnOpen pastureExpansive finished lower levelFreshwater springMassive timber beamsSeparate bonus cabinFlexible bonus room
- 71 days
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Thomas Mallette MRE@BHGHeritage.com,
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Heritage
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4409308
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 5
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Basement
Bathroom full
- Level: 2nd Living Quarters
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bonus room
- Level: Main
Bonus room
- Level: Basement
Bonus room
- Level: 2nd Living Quarters
Dining area
- Level: Main
Great room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Play room
- Level: Basement
Recreation room
- Level: Basement
Heating
- Central, Electric, Heat Pump, Wood Stove, Other
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Propane Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Vinyl, Wood
- Doors: Insulated Door(s)
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Basement Garage Door,Basement Shop,Daylight,Exterior Entry,Interior Entry,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Fireplace features: Great Room, Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,182
- Total interior livable area: 4,199 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,182
- Finished area below ground: 2,017
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Wrap Around
- Exterior features: Other - See Remarks
- Fencing: Fenced,Barbed Wire
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
- Waterfront features: Other - See Remarks, Creek, Pond, Creek/Stream
Lot
- Size: 13.32 Acres
- Features: Pasture, Pond(s), Private, Wooded, Views, Waterfall, Other - See Remarks
Living quarters
- Secondary features: Guest House,Separate Living Quarters,Other - See Remarks
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Other
- Parcel number: 7790752576
- Zoning: NONE
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Log, Stone Veneer
- Foundation: Other - See Remarks
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2022
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Satellite Internet Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: NONE
Location
- Region: Waynesville
- Elevation: 3500 Feet
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $476/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $714,500
- Annual tax amount: $4,811
- Date on market: 7/31/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 71 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Gravel, Paved
Estimated market value
$1,884,600
$1.79M - $1.98M
$4,187/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/31/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,999,000-23.1%$476/sqft |
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| 9/20/2024 | Listing removed | $2,600,000$619/sqft |
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| 7/31/2024 | Listed for sale | $2,600,000+1055.6%$619/sqft |
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| 11/6/2015 | Sold | $225,000-47.1%$54/sqft |
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| 1/31/2005 | Sold | $425,000$101/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,811 +4.8% | $714,500 |
| 2024 | $4,589 +25.7% | $714,500 +21.3% |
| 2023 | $3,652 +28.2% | $589,000 |
| 2022 | $2,848 | $589,000 +25.1% |
| 2021 | $2,848 +3.1% | $470,800 +11.6% |
| 2020 | $2,762 +79.4% | $421,700 +79.4% |
| 2019 | $1,539 +6% | $235,000 +6% |
| 2018 | $1,452 -11.9% | $221,700 |
| 2017 | $1,649 +0% | $221,700 -14.5% |
| 2016 | $1,648 | $259,200 |
| 2015 | $1,648 -24.2% | $259,200 -23.9% |
| 2014 | $2,173 +12.4% | $340,500 +6.7% |
| 2010 | $1,934 +17.1% | $319,110 |
| 2008 | $1,651 | $319,110 |
| 2007 | -- | $319,110 |
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Neighborhood: 28785
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Jonathan Valley
- Middle: Waynesville
- High: Tuscola
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.




