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 646 Fontana Ridge Road, Bryson City, NC 28713 (MLS # 26046841)
    $449,000
    Photo of 646 Fontana Ridge Road, Bryson City, NC 28713 (MLS # 26046841)
    Photo of 646 Fontana Ridge Road, Bryson City, NC 28713 (MLS # 26046841)
    646 Fontana Ridge Road, Bryson City, NC
    646 Fontana Ridge Road
    Bryson City, NC
    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,260 Home (sqft)
    • 2 Baths
    • 3.23 Lot (ac)
  2. Photo of 688 Butterfly Path Rd, Bryson City, NC 28713 (MLS # 26046727)
    $52,500
    Photo of 688 Butterfly Path Rd, Bryson City, NC 28713 (MLS # 26046727)
    Photo of 688 Butterfly Path Rd, Bryson City, NC 28713 (MLS # 26046727)
    688 Butterfly Path Rd, Bryson City, NC
    688 Butterfly Path Rd
    Bryson City, NC
    • 0 Beds
    • 0 Baths
    • 0 Home (sqft)
    • 0 Baths
    • 4.77 Lot (ac)
  3. Photo of 785 Fontana Ridge Road, Bryson City, NC 28713 (MLS # 26046712)
    $600,000
    Photo of 785 Fontana Ridge Road, Bryson City, NC 28713 (MLS # 26046712)
    Photo of 785 Fontana Ridge Road, Bryson City, NC 28713 (MLS # 26046712)
    785 Fontana Ridge Road, Bryson City, NC
    785 Fontana Ridge Road
    Bryson City, NC
    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 0 Home (sqft)
    • 3 Baths
    • 1.06 Lot (ac)
  4. 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)
  5. 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)
  6. 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)
  7. Photo of 95 West Round Top Rd, Almond, NC 28702 (MLS # 26045351)
    $565,000
    Photo of 95 West Round Top Rd, Almond, NC 28702 (MLS # 26045351)
    Photo of 95 West Round Top Rd, Almond, NC 28702 (MLS # 26045351)
    95 West Round Top Rd, Almond, NC
    95 West Round Top Rd
    Almond, NC
    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,750 Home (sqft)
    • 3 Baths
    • 1.76 Lot (ac)
  8. 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)
  9. Photo of 621 Round Top Road, Almond, NC 28702 (MLS # 26043136)
    $39,000
    Photo of 621 Round Top Road, Almond, NC 28702 (MLS # 26043136)
    Photo of 621 Round Top Road, Almond, NC 28702 (MLS # 26043136)
    621 Round Top Road, Almond, NC
    621 Round Top Road
    Almond, NC
    • 0 Beds
    • 0 Baths
    • 0 Home (sqft)
    • 0 Baths
    • 1.76 Lot (ac)
  10. Photo of 30 Dakota Way, Bryson City, NC 28713 (MLS # 26042917)
    $207,900
    Photo of 30 Dakota Way, Bryson City, NC 28713 (MLS # 26042917)
    Photo of 30 Dakota Way, Bryson City, NC 28713 (MLS # 26042917)
    30 Dakota Way, Bryson City, NC
    30 Dakota Way
    Bryson City, NC
    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 384 Home (sqft)
    • 1 Bath
    • 18,296 Lot (sqft)