
Land for Sale in Sapphire, North Carolina
Transylvania County, Sapphire, NC 28774
A spacious 1.64-acre lot featuring gently rolling terrain and 336 feet of Horsepasture River frontage, designated as a Wild and Scenic River. A path has been cleared from the road to approximately 40 feet above the river, with additional shoreline access available by following the survey blaze between Lots 2 and 3. Located on Turkey Roost Road, one of the last streets on the north side of Burlingame to be developed, this property offers a desirable setting for a riverfront home within a well-established community. Burlingame is a family-focused mountain community set at approximately 3,000 feet in Sapphire, North Carolina, offering a lifestyle that balances natural beauty, recreation, and connection. Winding roads, parks, hiking trails, fishing ponds, and trout waters create an inviting setting for time outdoors, while homes range from golf-course residences to riverfront and mountain-view retreats. At the heart of the community is Burlingame Country Club, featuring dining, social spaces, an 18-hole championship golf course, fitness facilities, tennis, pickleball, croquet, and a heated pool. Club membership is by invitation and is not required for property ownership, allowing residents to enjoy Burlingame's relaxed, welcoming lifestyle at their own pace.
Location
- County
- Transylvania County
- Community
- Burlingame
- Elevation
- 3,058 feet
Directions
Highway 64 to Sapphire. Turn at the Upper Whitewater Road entrance to Burlingame. Follow road approx. 1 mile bearing right onto Boiling Springs Road. Go up hill then .5 miles to left onto Turkey Roost Road. Lot is on the left and is marked with pink survey tape. Just beyond 'Cobb' lot sign.
Property details
- Acreage
- 1.64 acres
- MLS #
- HCBOR 1002396
- Posted
Property taxes
- 2025
- $865
Expenses
- Home Owner Assessments Fee
- $1,500 annually
Parcels
- 8501-49-5564-000
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Land
Lot
- View
- River
- Waterfront
- River Front
- Features
- Rolling Slope, Steep Slope
Structure
- Water
- Public
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 10, 2026 | New listing | $195,000 | — | HCBOR |





























