Private mountain retreat on 10.22 unrestricted acres with gated access, short range mountain views, and the sounds of nearby Alarka Creek. Offering exceptional privacy and usable acreage, this property presents a great opportunity for a family compound, mountain homestead, or investment property with room for future expansion. The home features 2 bedrooms, 2 bonus rooms, 2 full baths, 2 separate living areas, a full kitchen plus kitchenette, and a cozy floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace. The flexible layout easily accommodates extended family, guests, or multi-generational living. Outdoor spaces are designed to maximize the mountain setting, including a spacious deck, large screened porch, and firepit area for gathering and entertaining. The acreage provides ample space for hiking trails, gardens, recreation, or potential for additional cabins. Just minutes from downtown Bryson City, this property offers convenient access to restaurants, breweries, shopping, Fontana Lake, and Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Whether as a private retreat, full-time home, vacation getaway, or investment property, this mountain retreat offers privacy, flexibility, and being sold furnished!