1948 Historic charmer with modern upgrades, with a walkable Waynesville lifestyle! A charming pollinator garden and mature landscaping greet you from the covered front porch. Inside, the home balances 1948 character with real livability. The kitchen features a huge island with storage and a Bosch dishwasher, opening into a spacious addition with vaulted ceilings. Three bedrooms include a generous primary suite added in 2006, plus a laundry room with sink and newer, functional windows throughout for efficiency and ease. Outdoor living is front and center: relax on the covered front porch overlooking the pollinator garden, or unwind on the cozy screened rear porch. The yard is fully fenced in back, offering gardening and entertaining space, with a separately fenced front yard adding privacy and flexibility for pets or play. A separate studio guest house with full bathroom, cooktop, refrigerator and microwave provides flexibility and income producing potential! All of this within walking distance to downtown Waynesville, including coffee shops, restaurants, galleries, and shopping. Plus, the Blue Ridge Parkway is just minutes away. A rare combination of historic character, garden-ready acreage, and small-town walkability.