Clay County Real Estate

Clay County Real Estate

Welcome to Clay County, North Carolina, a hidden gem nestled in the stunning Appalachian Mountains. This picturesque county, known for its breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural heritage, is an ideal destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat or a vibrant community to call home.

Clay County boasts a wealth of natural beauty, with rolling hills, lush forests, and sparkling rivers that provide endless opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you’re hiking the scenic trails of the Nantahala National Forest, fishing in the pristine waters of Lake Chatuge, or simply enjoying a picnic amidst the stunning fall foliage, the county offers a perfect backdrop for a life well-lived.

Beyond its natural allure, Clay County is steeped in history and tradition. The charming town of Hayesville serves as the county seat and is home to a friendly community that welcomes newcomers with open arms. Here, you’ll find delightful local shops, cozy cafes, and vibrant farmers' markets that showcase the best of North Carolina’s produce and crafts.

For those interested in cultural experiences, Clay County hosts several annual festivals and events that celebrate its rich heritage. From arts and crafts fairs to music festivals, there’s always something happening that brings the community together in a spirit of joy and camaraderie.

With affordable real estate options and a slower pace of life, Clay County is perfect for families, retirees, and anyone looking to escape the hustle and bustle of urban living. Discover the charm and warmth of Clay County, where every day feels like a vacation! Your dream home awaits in this serene slice of North Carolina.

Newest Listings in Clay County

$68,500
100603325 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
What an incredible opportunity to buy a lot in a well established neighborhood. Being just minutes from Hayesville, NC as well as Lake Chatuge this one is in a location that checks the boxes. Just across the street from the river front common area this lot is positioned for you to easily take advantage of all that this community has to offer.

Lt 23 Lt 23 Mcglamery Farm Dr, Hayesville
$995,777
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 100603051 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 1,651 SqFt. ⋅ 1963 Year Built
Welcome to 1306 Hot House Road in Hayesville, NC, home of the sought-after Chunky Gal Stables. This rare 14.87± acre unrestricted property offers the perfect blend of mountain living, equestrian amenities, and outdoor adventure. The beautifully renovated 3 bedroom, 2 bath home features stunning mountain views, a private patio with a hot tub, and a firepit, creating the ideal setting to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Recent updates include a 2024 metal roof, updated PEX plumbing, and a fully encapsulated crawl space, providing added value and peace of mind. Equestrians and hobbyists alike will love the impressive 6-stall horse barn complete with power and a 1 bedroom, 1 bath apartment. An RV hookup with water, septic, and power adds even more flexibility. Additional improvements include a large workshop, carport/hay storage, chicken coop, and multiple outbuildings. The land is truly special, featuring a large fenced pasture, a pond stocked with sunfish, two beautiful creeks, mature timber, and direct access to the Nantahala National Forest. Ride horses, hike, or explore miles of trails and waterfalls right from your property. Properties offering this level of privacy, usability, and access to the outdoors are becoming increasingly difficult to find. Whether you're seeking a horse farm, mountain retreat, family compound, or investment opportunity, this one is a must-see. The Mountains Are Calling--Are You Listening?

1306 Hot House Rd, Hayesville
$579,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 100603038 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 3,000 SqFt. ⋅ 2002 Year Built
Still searching for a place that offers both comfort and convenience, where you and your family can truly feel at home? Look no further than this 3000 sq ft home that sits on nearly 5 acres of unrestricted (RV's, horses, farmland), offering a balance of spaciousness and modern living. Features include seasonal long range mountain views, all usable land, and a high-yield well suitable for additional building sites. Step into this stunning 3-bed, 2.5-bath home and be greeted by 3/4 inch solid hickory wood flooring that flows seamlessly throughout the main level. The primary bedroom and bath are conveniently located on this floor, providing ease and accessibility. The main level also features laundry, a guest bathroom, and a living room where you can gather around the cozy fireplace. The kitchen, equipped with an island is adjacent to the dining area, perfect for family meals and entertaining guests. Ascend to the upper level to find two additional bedrooms and a bathroom. Meanwhile, the lower level, with a separate entrance expands your living space with a bonus room, office, and a family room with a large storage closet. Relax and enjoy the outdoors on the covered front porch or the screened-in rear porch. A one-car basement garage and RV-sized carport have you covered! The manicured lawn and fenced-in area for pets provides a safe and beautiful environment for your furry friends. The stand-alone shed offers additional storage or workspace, while the private, paved road access, and Blue Ridge Mountain EMC security system ensures easy and secure entry to your property. Don't miss the opportunity to make this your forever home.

334 Avery Scroggs Rd, Hayesville
$30,000
100602667 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Discover a beautiful, wooded lot in the Shooting Creek Trails Subdivision, offering community water and a shared picnic area. Enjoy abundant wildlife, natural surroundings, nearby U.S. Forest Service land, and seasonal mountain views. Eagle Fork Winery is close by, while the charming towns of Hayesville and Franklin, North Carolina, and Hiawassee, Georgia, remain within easy reach. Build your dream home in this private Western North Carolina retreat.

Lot 20 Ubeen Around The, Hayesville
$24,000
100602151 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Wooded Lot located in the beautiful Mountain Harbour Community in Hayesville, NC. Mountain Harbour offers a lifestyle that blends relaxation, recreation, and community. Residents enjoy access to an 18-hole golf course, stunning clubhouse, swimming pool, fitness center, and a full calendar of social activities. The on-site grill goes far beyond the basics, serving a variety of delicious meals that make it a favorite gathering spot. Conveniently located near Hayesville where you will find easy access to local shops, dining, Peacock Performing Arts Center and community events. Just minutes away Lake Chatuge offers endless opportunities for boating, skiing, fishing, and lakeside relaxation. In the mountains of western North Carolina you will find peace and tranquility, beautiful vistas, golfing, dining, festivals, concerts, scenic train rides, white water rafting, hiking, biking and so much more. Conveniently located only about two hours from Atlanta and Chattanooga, this property offers the perfect balance of peaceful mountain living with easy access to major cities.

81a-82a 81a-82a Licklog Rd, Hayesville
$375,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 100602084 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 2,240 SqFt. ⋅ 1989 Year Built
At the end of a quiet gravel road, 10.4 wooded acres meet the USFS, creating the kind of private mountain setting that is becoming harder and harder to find. Surrounded by forest with protected land extending beyond your own, this cabin-style home feels tucked away from it all while still keeping Hiawassee, Hayesville, and Lake Chatuge within easy reach. Inside, warm wood finishes give the home its classic mountain character, with all three bedrooms and three baths located on the main level for an easy everyday layout. Downstairs, finished living space adds flexibility for a game room, home office, hobbies, guest overflow, or whatever fits your needs, along with laundry hookups and a one-car garage offering additional storage. Covered porches stretch along the home, creating plenty of space to enjoy the quiet, wooded surroundings, while a detached building offers even more room for a workshop, equipment, or storage. Whether you're looking for a full-time home, a place to escape to the mountains, or a property with long- or short-term rental possibilities, there's plenty of flexibility here to make it work for you. Approximately 10 minutes from Hiawassee, 15 minutes from Downtown Hayesville, and convenient to Lake Chatuge, you can feel tucked into the mountains without giving up easy access to town!

2930 Upper Bell Cr, Hayesville
$140,000
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 100601630 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 670 SqFt. ⋅ 1994 Year Built
Investment Opportunity!! Just 5 minutes from the shores of Lake Chatuge and 5 miles from the Jack Rabbit Hiking Trails, this 2BR/1BA mobile home on .40 acres puts you right in the heart of Western NC mountain living. The property has good bones and plenty of space to work with, including a large covered front porch, a screened back porch, and a bonus outbuilding with additional living space and a second bathroom. Bring your vision and your contractor. Sold as-is, cash buyers.

578 Shady Grove Ln, Hayesville
$344,900
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 100601520 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 1,344 SqFt. ⋅ 2024 Year Built
Escape to the beauty of the mountains without giving up the comforts of a well-designed, energy-conscious home. Tucked into a peaceful setting, this inviting property combines a warm mountain aesthetic with modern finishes. Inside, the open-concept living area welcomes you with soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, durable luxury-style flooring, and a beautifully appointed kitchen. Crisp white cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless-steel appliances, and a large island. The open layout makes entertaining, gathering, and everyday living effortless. The spacious primary suite comes with a generous walk-in closet featuring an impressive built-in organization system. The ensuite bath delivers is equipped with dual vanities, granite countertops, and a beautifully tiled walk-in shower. Additional bedrooms provide flexibility for guests, family, hobbies, or a home office. Behind the walls, thoughtful upgrades add another level of comfort and efficiency. Closed-cell spray foam insulation in the attic helps reduce energy costs, while the fully conditioned attic, whole-house dehumidifier, and ERV system provide improved indoor comfort and continuous fresh outdoor air exchange. These are the kinds of upgrades you may not see at first glance--but you'll appreciate every day. Step outside and the mountain setting truly takes center stage. The home sits surrounded by mature trees and open grassy areas, offering a wonderful blend of privacy, usable yard space, and natural beauty. The covered front porch creates a welcoming spot to enjoy your morning coffee, while the surrounding landscape provides plenty of room to relax, garden, play, or simply soak in the peace and quiet. Mountain character, modern convenience, energy-conscious construction, and a beautiful natural setting come together here in a home designed for enjoying the best of WNC living. Conveniently located to Blairsville and Blue Ridge GA, Whitewater rafting, vineyards, Harrah's VR Casino, and Murphy NC!

90 Paisley Pass, Hayesville
$830,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 100601383 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 1,983 SqFt. ⋅ 1984 Year Built
Yellow Door Cabin offers private mountaintop living on 29.7 acres across four parcels in the Blue Ridge Mountains. This four-bedroom, three-bath home has been refurbished with a new standing-seam roof, updated flooring, remodeled baths, high-efficiency heating and cooling, fiber internet, well and septic. Two wraparound decks frame sweeping valley and sunset views above a koi pond. Finished basement and upper-level landing with office space add flexibility. Two storage sheds, pump house, gravel drive and Argentine grill. No HOA. The region offers the Tail of the Dragon, off-road motorcycle routes, whitewater rafting, mountain biking, golf, spa and equestrian amenities, and a dedicated hunting stand. Turnkey, with furnishings negotiable.

289 Bethabara Rd, Hayesville
$449,800
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 100601197 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 2,467 SqFt. ⋅ 1999 Year Built
Discover the space, flexibility, and privacy this unique property with TWO HOUSES on almost two acres has to offer! With paved road frontage, a gravel driveway leads to the 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom main house, where you can park right at the front deck that has steps and a ramp for alternative access. Step inside to the foyer with a convenient coat closet to your right, and into the spacious Great Room with wood floors that continue through most of the main level, a closet, and an attached full bathroom with a step-in shower. Double glass doors open from the dining area to the full-length back porch overlooking the private, fenced backyard and barn. The adjacent galley kitchen offers lots of cabinets, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances. An arched doorway leads to the formal dining room, spacious enough for a large table and gatherings. Just off the dining room is the main-level Master Suite, with a double-door reach-in closet and en suite bathroom with a walk-in shower and freestanding soaking tub. Downstairs, the lower level has an optional private apartment or additional living space, secured by an exterior door with a coded lock. This area includes a second Master Suite with a spacious bedroom, large walk-in closet, and full en suite bathroom, plus a third bedroom with glass doors opening to the lower patio and deck. Separately, the mechanical/laundry room includes a utility sink and washer and dryer included! A spacious single-car garage has shelving, a roll-up door, a second utility sink, and exterior access. Outside, the 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom guest house that was remodeled in 2020 has its own shaded, fenced yard. Inside is a living room, a kitchen with large dining area, a bedroom with double-door reach-in closet and a water filtration system, and a full bathroom with tiled walk-in shower and washer and dryer that are included as well! For peace of mind, the main house roof was replaced in 2022. Fiber Optic internet adds modern convenience, and with flexible living arrangements, rental potential, abundant outdoor space, and a separate guest house, this property offers endless possibilities!

11 Turkey Trl, Warne
$575,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 100600545 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 2,420 SqFt. ⋅ 2008 Year Built
A True Nantahala River Mountain Retreat Welcome to 89 Wilderness Drive, a beautiful mountain retreat tucked into Rainbow Springs, a private gated community nestled along the Upper Nantahala River in the heart of Western North Carolina. This is more than a home - it is an opportunity to own a piece of one of the region's most spectacular outdoor destinations. The Nantahala River is nationally recognized as one of Trout Unlimited's ''100 Best Trout Streams in America'', making this an exceptional setting for anglers and nature lovers alike. Above 3500', the River is known for its cold, clear mountain water and outstanding trout fishing, with opportunities to catch trophy sized rainbow, brown and brook trout. Set on 1.56 wooded acres, this spacious 2,420 s.f. home offers 3 bedrooms & 2.5 baths, providing plenty of room for family and friends. A welcoming fireplace adds warmth and character, while the spacious porches and deck invite you to enjoy mountain views and the sounds of the river nearby. The magic of Rainbow Springs is the setting, surrounded by the Nantahala National Forest, 3.5 miles of Nantahala River, as well as access to Nantahala Lake. Opportunities for fishing, kayaking, boating, hiking, wildlife watching and simply getting away from it all abound in this low density community. Imagine starting your morning with coffee on the porch, heading down to the river for a day of fishing, launching your boat on Nantahala Lake, or exploring the miles of mountain trails nearby. At the end of the day, return home to trout on the grill in the peace & privacy of your own mountain retreat. For the buyer who values privacy, pristine mountain surroundings, exceptional trout fishing, and direct access to some of Western North Carolina's best outdoor recreation, 89 Wilderness Drive is a rare opportunity. Come experience the beauty, privacy, cool mountain air, and extraordinary lifestyle of the Nantahala River for yourself.

89 Wilderness Dr, Hayesville
$247,800
1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 100600519 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 1,156 SqFt. ⋅ 1940 Year Built
Enjoy the charm of a 1940s home with the benefit of major recent updates, fiber-optic internet, and having approximately 300 square feet of heated and cooled bonus space upstairs. Enjoy quick access to Hwy. 64 without the road noise, plus BRMEMC Full of period charm and thoughtfully updated for modern living, this inviting home features a front-gabled façade, deep covered porch, and distinctive oval porch door that reflects its original character. Inside, new LVP flooring flows through the living room and bedroom, while the kitchen offers white cabinetry, a decorative panel ceiling, and a brand-new dishwasher. Major improvements completed within the last two years include a new roof, new washer and dryer, and a new bath vanity and sink; giving the next owner the benefit of meaningful updates already in place. Extending the full length of the home beneath a vaulted, board-lined ceiling, the upstairs flex-space offers generous standing room along with a built-in window seat, open shelving, clothing-hanging area, built-in drawers, and useful eave storage. Use it as a home office, creative studio, hobby room, dressing area, guest overflow space, or whatever best fits your lifestyle. Outside, the level half-acre yard includes a 10' x 10' shed and fruit and nut trees. Please note: the existing fencing is temporary and does not indicate the property boundaries; the lot extends beyond the fenced area. The home is connected to county water. Conveniently located minutes from Lake Chatuge, approximately 15 minutes to Georgia, 20 minutes to Murphy, and about 30 minutes to Tennessee--an ideal location in the three-state area.

253 Truett Camp Rd, Hayesville
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