Discover the charm of this beautifully furnished mountain cottage, ideally situated among the trees in the heart of Bear Lake Reserve. With its inviting treehouse feel, warm pine hardwood floors, tongue-and-groove ceilings, and comfortable Great Room, this special retreat offers the perfect blend of rustic elegance and mountain comfort. The screened-in back porch, complete with a stone fireplace, creates an ideal setting to unwind and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. A spacious primary suite with a private ensuite bath adds to the comfort and appeal. Thoughtfully updated and well maintained, the cottage features a new roof and porch gutter (2024), two heat pumps installed after 2022, a whole-house generator (2022), fresh interior and cabinet paint (2024), new carpet with premium padding (2024), updated toilets (2023), and new ceiling fans in the living room and primary bedroom (2024). Additional improvements include exterior painting (2020), a refrigerator (2019), and a dishwasher (2022). Enjoy the best of mountain resort living with hiking trails and catch-and-release trout fishing within walking distance. Bear Lake Reserve offers an exceptional array of amenities, including lake access, pools, fitness facilities, saunas, retail, and the Lake Club, where you can relax with a glass of wine or enjoy a chef-prepared meal. Whether you're seeking a mountain getaway, a full-time residence, or a place to create lasting memories, this beautifully appointed cottage offers a unique opportunity to experience the distinctive lifestyle of Bear Lake Reserve. Come discover this remarkable lake and mountain community firsthand—you may never want to leave!
Active
$565,000
48 Allspice Ct, Tuckasegee, NC 28783
3beds
1,851sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2006
0.8 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$305/sqft
$1,247/mo HOA
What's special
Inviting treehouse feelBeautifully furnished mountain cottageTongue-and-groove ceilingsWarm pine hardwood floorsScreened-in back porchComfortable great room
- 580 days
- 221
- 18
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Bernard Gilchrist brgrealestate@gmail.com,
Sundog Realty, Inc.
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4232075
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom half
- Level: Main
Great room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Heating
- Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Wood Stove
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump, Multi Units
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Main Level, Washer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Doors: French Doors, Insulated Door(s)
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Has basement: No
- Fireplace features: Great Room, Insert, Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,851
- Total interior livable area: 1,851 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,851
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Screened
- Pool features: Community, In Ground
- Spa features: Community
- Waterfront features: Beach - Public, Boat Slip – Community, Paddlesport Launch Site - Community, Pier - Community
- Body of water: Bear Creek Lake
Lot
- Size: 0.8 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 7586529407
- Zoning: R1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Arts and Crafts,Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Wood
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2006
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Community Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Underground Power Lines, Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Clubhouse, Elevator, Fitness Center, Game Court, Gated, Golf, Lake Access, Picnic Area, Pond, Putting Green, Sauna, Street Lights, Tennis Court(s), Walking Trails, Other
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Bear Lake Reserve
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $1,247 monthly
- HOA name: Craig Smith
- HOA phone: 828-256-3455
Location
- Region: Tuckasegee
- Elevation: 2500 Feet
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $305/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $300,700
- Annual tax amount: $1,610
- Date on market: 3/15/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 580 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Gravel, Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $565,000-1.7%$305/sqft |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26040170 Report a problem | ||
| 3/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $575,000+4.5%$311/sqft |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26040170 Report a problem | ||
| 10/28/2024 | Listing removed | $550,000$297/sqft |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26038094 Report a problem | ||
| 10/17/2024 | Listed for sale | $550,000+96.4%$297/sqft |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26038094 Report a problem | ||
| 11/15/2016 | Sold | $280,000+12.4%$151/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3209249 Report a problem | ||
| 8/14/2015 | Sold | $249,000$135/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #NCM533358 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,610 +27% | $479,177 +59.4% |
| 2024 | $1,268 | $300,700 |
| 2023 | $1,268 | $300,700 |
| 2022 | $1,268 +7.5% | $300,700 |
| 2021 | $1,180 -2.5% | $300,700 +1.5% |
| 2020 | $1,209 | $296,130 |
| 2019 | $1,209 | $296,130 |
| 2018 | $1,209 | $296,130 |
| 2017 | $1,209 +2.5% | $296,130 |
| 2015 | $1,180 -24.9% | $296,130 -44.3% |
| 2011 | $1,572 | $531,370 |
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Neighborhood: 28783
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Cullowhee Valley
- Middle: Cullowhee Valley
- High: Smoky Mountain
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.
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