Turnkey Short-Term Rental Gem Near Smoky Mountains – High ROI A-Frame Cabin
Elevate your investment portfolio with this high-performing, fully renovated A-frame cabin, a premier short-term rental (STR) investment property with a proven track record since its 2023 transformation. Offering a perfect blend of modern design and rustic charm, this turnkey Airbnb and VRBO income property is primed for maximum occupancy and immediate cash flow. The property features 792 square feet of meticulously designed, heated living space, including a bright 528 sq. ft. main level and a 264 sq. ft. finished upper loft that captures the exact aesthetic modern vacationers look for. Every detail has been updated for low-maintenance hosting and maximum guest comfort, featuring a new high-efficiency heat pump and central air conditioning system. Outside, the expansive 1.25-acre lot offers the privacy guests crave, while the 220 sq. ft. wood deck provides the perfect footprint for adding a hot tub—the number one amenity for boosting daily rental rates.
Location is the primary driver for a successful vacation rental investment, and this property is perfectly positioned to capture year-round tourism traffic near the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Guests are just minutes from bucket-list outdoor adventures, including the world-famous motorsports destination Tail of the Dragon at Deals Gap, and the engineering marvel of Fontana Dam. The property also offers effortless access to the pristine waters of the Cheoah River, Calderwood Lake, Lake Santeetlah, and Lake Fontana, making it a haven for water sports and hiking enthusiasts. Furthermore, its strategic regional positioning ensures a scenic drive to the charming tourism hub of downtown Bryson City, NC, as well as Robbinsville, NC, and Maryville, TN, drawing a steady stream of regional travelers.
This Smoky Mountains real estate investment offers the rare security of a gated community combined with the highly lucrative, investor-friendly benefit of no HOA fees or restrictive rental caps. Guests can enjoy stunning views of a tranquil community lake, perfect for peaceful mornings spent soaking in the natural beauty of the area. Whether you are looking to expand your portfolio with a proven passive income property, capitalize on tax-advantaged real estate, or acquire a hybrid personal retreat, this updated A-frame delivers the ultimate combination of charm, location, and turnkey infrastructure. Don't miss out on this high-yield mountain property—schedule your private acquisition viewing today.
Active
$375,000
820 Shuler Lake Rd, Robbinsville, NC 28771
2beds
792sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1979
1.25 Acres Lot
$352,200 Zestimate®
$473/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fully renovated a-frame cabin
- 51 days |
- 579 |
- 44 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Preston Mayfield ncmountainre@kw.com,
Keller Williams Professionals
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4340679
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Laundry Closet, Main Level
Features
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Has basement: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 792
- Total interior livable area: 792 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 792
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Circular Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Year Round
Lot
- Size: 1.25 Acres
Details
- Additional parcels included: 563600303414, 563600301783
- Parcel number: 563600302574
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: Undisclosed
- Other equipment: Other - See Remarks
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: A-Frame,Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1979
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Shared Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Sunset Cove
Location
- Region: Robbinsville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $473/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $105,050
- Annual tax amount: $546
- Date on market: 5/1/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 51 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
$352,200
$335,000 - $370,000
$1,299/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $375,000+307.6%$473/sqft |
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| 4/3/2023 | Sold | $92,000-23.3%$116/sqft |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26029303 Report a problem | ||
| 1/23/2023 | Contingent | $120,000$152/sqft |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26029303 Report a problem | ||
| 1/20/2023 | Listed for sale | $120,000+80.5%$152/sqft |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26029303 Report a problem | ||
| 7/13/2005 | Sold | $66,500$84/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $546 | $105,050 |
| 2023 | -- | $105,050 |
| 2022 | $378 -23.3% | $105,050 |
| 2021 | $493 +62.3% | $105,050 +65.3% |
| 2020 | $304 | $63,560 |
| 2019 | -- | $63,560 |
| 2018 | -- | $63,560 |
| 2017 | -- | $63,560 |
| 2016 | -- | $63,560 |
| 2015 | -- | $63,560 |
| 2014 | -- | $63,560 |
| 2013 | -- | $63,560 -3.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $66,100 |
| 2011 | -- | $66,100 |
| 2010 | -- | $66,100 |
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Monthly payment
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28771
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NACherokee Extension High SchoolGrades: K-12Distance: 27.2 mi
- 4/10Swain County Middle SchoolGrades: PK,6-8Distance: 27.2 mi
- 4/10Swain County High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 26.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Cherokee
- Middle: Swain
- High: Swain
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- North Carolina
- Swain County
- Robbinsville
- 28771
- 820 Shuler Lake Rd







