A little about me

Diane began her real estate career more than 30 years ago in Florida before making Bryson City home over two decades ago. Today, she is a leading listing specialist in Western North Carolina’s Smoky Mountain and Lake markets, consistently ranking among the top 10% of her peers with a proven track record of delivering exceptional results.

As the founder of Good Life Real Estate Co, Diane set out to offer a higher level of representation—one defined by strategic marketing, refined presentation, and a boutique, client-focused experience. Her approach is thoughtful and tailored, recognizing that no two properties—or clients—are ever the same.

To further elevate the experience she delivers, Diane partnered with Real Broker, LLC, bringing a forward-thinking, technology-driven platform to her clients. This combination of innovative fintech and high-touch service allows her to position properties more effectively, reach buyers more strategically, and navigate transactions with greater efficiency.

Diane understands that selling a home is both a financial and personal decision. With deep local knowledge and decades of experience, she carefully evaluates market timing, buyer demand, and property positioning to protect her clients’ equity and maximize return.

Known for her steady guidance and attention to detail, Diane is committed to creating a seamless, well-managed process—ensuring her clients feel confident, informed, and exceptionally well represented every step of the way.

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  1. Photo of 415 Hyde Town Rd - Lot #56 Rd, Stecoah, NC 28771 (MLS # 26047020)
    $89,000
    Photo of 415 Hyde Town Rd - Lot #56 Rd, Stecoah, NC 28771 (MLS # 26047020)
    Photo of 415 Hyde Town Rd - Lot #56 Rd, Stecoah, NC 28771 (MLS # 26047020)
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    415 Hyde Town Rd - Lot #56 Rd, Stecoah, NC
    415 Hyde Town Rd - Lot #56 Rd
    Stecoah, NC
    • 0 Beds
    • 0 Baths
    • 0 Home (sqft)
    • 0 Baths
    • 6,099 Lot (sqft)
  2. Photo of 321 Hwy 28 South, Bryson City, NC 28713 (MLS # 26046991)
    $295,000
    Photo of 321 Hwy 28 South, Bryson City, NC 28713 (MLS # 26046991)
    Photo of 321 Hwy 28 South, Bryson City, NC 28713 (MLS # 26046991)
    321 Hwy 28 South, Bryson City, NC
    321 Hwy 28 South
    Bryson City, NC
    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,288 Home (sqft)
    • 2 Baths
    • 24,830 Lot (sqft)
  3. Photo of 356 Walnut Cove Ridge, Bryson City, NC 28713 (MLS # 26046922)
    $795,000
    Photo of 356 Walnut Cove Ridge, Bryson City, NC 28713 (MLS # 26046922)
    Photo of 356 Walnut Cove Ridge, Bryson City, NC 28713 (MLS # 26046922)
    356 Walnut Cove Ridge, Bryson City, NC
    356 Walnut Cove Ridge
    Bryson City, NC
    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,071 Home (sqft)
    • 3 Baths
    • 2.28 Lot (ac)
  4. Photo of 221 Connection Circle, Robbinsville, NC 28771 (MLS # 26046900)
    $795,000
    Photo of 221 Connection Circle, Robbinsville, NC 28771 (MLS # 26046900)
    Photo of 221 Connection Circle, Robbinsville, NC 28771 (MLS # 26046900)
    221 Connection Circle, Robbinsville, NC
    221 Connection Circle
    Robbinsville, NC
    • 3 Beds
    • 5 Baths
    • 3,137 Home (sqft)
    • 5 Baths
    • 4.24 Lot (ac)
  5. Photo of 441 Franklin Grove Rd, Bryson City, NC 28713 (MLS # 26046887)
    $335,000
    Photo of 441 Franklin Grove Rd, Bryson City, NC 28713 (MLS # 26046887)
    Photo of 441 Franklin Grove Rd, Bryson City, NC 28713 (MLS # 26046887)
    441 Franklin Grove Rd, Bryson City, NC
    441 Franklin Grove Rd
    Bryson City, NC
    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 0 Home (sqft)
    • 3 Baths
    • 41,382 Lot (sqft)
  6. Photo of 24/26 Butterfly Path, Bryson City, NC 28713 (MLS # 26046727)
    $52,500
    Photo of 24/26 Butterfly Path, Bryson City, NC 28713 (MLS # 26046727)
    Photo of 24/26 Butterfly Path, Bryson City, NC 28713 (MLS # 26046727)
    24/26 Butterfly Path, Bryson City, NC
    24/26 Butterfly Path
    Bryson City, NC
    • 0 Beds
    • 0 Baths
    • 0 Home (sqft)
    • 0 Baths
    • 4.77 Lot (ac)
  7. Photo of 00 East Alarka Rd - The Falls, Bryson City, NC 28713 (MLS # 26046629)
    $1,450,000
    Photo of 00 East Alarka Rd - The Falls, Bryson City, NC 28713 (MLS # 26046629)
    Photo of 00 East Alarka Rd - The Falls, Bryson City, NC 28713 (MLS # 26046629)
    00 East Alarka Rd - The Falls, Bryson City, NC
    00 East Alarka Rd - The Falls
    Bryson City, NC
    • 0 Beds
    • 0 Baths
    • 0 Home (sqft)
    • 0 Baths
    • 240.00 Lot (ac)
  8. Photo of 1012 Alarka Highlands, Bryson City, NC 28713 (MLS # 26046598)
    $350,000
    Photo of 1012 Alarka Highlands, Bryson City, NC 28713 (MLS # 26046598)
    Photo of 1012 Alarka Highlands, Bryson City, NC 28713 (MLS # 26046598)
    1012 Alarka Highlands, Bryson City, NC
    1012 Alarka Highlands
    Bryson City, NC
    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 826 Home (sqft)
    • 1 Bath
    • 2.43 Lot (ac)
  9. Photo of 415 Hyde Town Rd Lot 24 Rd, Stecoah, NC 28771 (MLS # 26045417)
    $175,000
    Photo of 415 Hyde Town Rd Lot 24 Rd, Stecoah, NC 28771 (MLS # 26045417)
    Photo of 415 Hyde Town Rd Lot 24 Rd, Stecoah, NC 28771 (MLS # 26045417)
    415 Hyde Town Rd Lot 24 Rd, Stecoah, NC
    415 Hyde Town Rd Lot 24 Rd
    Stecoah, NC
    • 0 Beds
    • 0 Baths
    • 0 Home (sqft)
    • 0 Baths
    • 7,406 Lot (sqft)
  10. Photo of 146 W. Stecoah Heights, Robbinsville (Graham), NC 28771 (MLS # 26045270)
    $325,000
    Photo of 146 W. Stecoah Heights, Robbinsville (Graham), NC 28771 (MLS # 26045270)
    Photo of 146 W. Stecoah Heights, Robbinsville (Graham), NC 28771 (MLS # 26045270)
    146 W. Stecoah Heights, Robbinsville (Graham), NC
    146 W. Stecoah Heights
    Robbinsville (Graham), NC
    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,364 Home (sqft)
    • 2 Baths
    • 1.84 Lot (ac)