Highlands Land

MLS Number 1003638

• Land
• Acreage 0.83
• Subdivision Highlands Cove

Take in breathtaking, top-of-the-world mountain views from this exceptional 0.83+/- acre homesite in Old Edwards Club at Highlands Cove. Featuring nearly level topography, this lot offers an outstanding building site for your custom mountain retreat. Situated at a high elevation, you'll enjoy cool summer temperatures, fresh mountain air, and spectacular long-range vistas. Community water and sewer are available, along with high-speed fiber optic internet. HOA-maintained roads and a gated entrance staffed 24 hours a day, 365 days a year provide convenience, security, and peace of mind. Membership is optional. Members of Old Edwards will have full use of Old Edwards Club amenities: full service dining room and bar, chimney terrace, 18-hole golf course, tennis, fitness, outdoor heated mineral pool plus all of the amenities at GlenCove: Organic community garden & farm, recreational lake with boathouse offering fishing, kayaking, canoeing and paddleboarding, hiking trails to Shortoff and Yellow Mtn National Forest, 12-hole par 3 golf course, recreation barn with bowling, pool tables, ping pong, kids arcade and state-of-the-art golf simulator lounge, 4-lane heated lap pool with kid's splash pool, playground, pickleball, bocce ball, multi-purpose court, fitness & wellness center with spa services, and a world-class short game golf area AND the amenities at Old Edwards Inn & Spa: access to a relaxed European style luxury spa, two additional pools, pool cabana, fitness center and fitness classes.

Listed by Jennifer Blake and Edmund Hillis of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty - OE

MLS Number 1002639

• Land
• Acreage 1.7
• Subdivision Highlands Cove

Excellent opportunity to own a home site that offers both privacy and beautiful long range mountain views! Rare find in Highlands Cove - two contiguous lots, 1.7 acres of usable land, centrally located to both GlenCove and Old Edwards Club amenities. This lot is a builders dream! Nearly level building site, property backs up to National Forest Land. Enjoy seamless connectivity with high-speed fiberoptic internet, and the convenience of community water and sewer service. Gated access manned 24/7, 365 days a year, underground utilities. Membership is optional. Members enjoy full access to Old Edwards Club's dining, 18-hole golf course, tennis, and heated mineral pool. At GlenCove, enjoy hiking trails, a recreational lake, 12-hole golf course, additional dining & food truck, bowling, fitness center, and more. Members also have access to Old Edwards Inn in downtown Highlands. Experience mountain living at its finest!

Listed by Suzanne Sinclair of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty - OE

MLS Number 1003129

• Land
• Acreage 3.95
• Subdivision Hardscrabble Ridge

Nestled in the prestigious Bowery area of Highlands, this expansive 3.95-acre lot offers a rare opportunity to build your dream home. Enjoy breathtaking views of Whiteside Mountain while relishing the perfect balance of in-town convenience and serene privacy. High Speed internet is available here. With its gentle topography, this lot provides an ideal setting for an effortless build. There is already a trail into the lot with easy access to view and see the building site. Don't miss this chance to own a premier property in one of Highlands most sought-after locations!

Listed by Jack Calloway and Cathy Garren of Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT

MLS Number 1003076

• Land
• Acreage 0.73

Back on the market to no fault of the property or seller. Don't miss out now that it is available again! Easy to build, cleared and almost flat lot located in town limits on a state maintained road with .73-acres! Just moments from the heart of Highlands, yet tucked away in a peaceful residential setting. The homesite, once occupied by a charming residence, is now a blank canvas-cleared and thoughtfully preserved to maximize the west-facing exposure, where each evening delivers captivating sunset views across the treetops. Mature greenery and native flora enhance the tranquil atmosphere, while the gently sloping terrain provides ease of access for future construction. Seller has full home plans available for serious buyers, these were used to create the "artist interpretation" photos. The previous septic and drainfield are still in place and a septic inspection was completed in December of 2024. Recommendation for repair or new septic, lot was evaluated and septic and drain field were said to be able to be relocated. Buyer and buyers agent need to reconfirm with county per the new house plans. Enjoy daily strolls into town, where acclaimed restaurants, boutique shops, galleries, and seasonal festivals await. This exceptional location offers the best of both worlds-charming neighborhood with immediate access to the vibrant culture and charm of Highlands.

Listed by Faye Wurm of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty - HF, Cristina Vives of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty

MLS Number 1003341

• Land
• Acreage 1.93
• Subdivision Highlands Cove

Top-of-the-world views inside the gates of Old Edwards Club at Highlands Cove. This combined homesite totals nearly 2 acres with one HOA fee and offers panoramic mountain views that are becoming increasingly rare to find. Community water, sewer, and high-speed fiberoptic internet available. The association maintains the roadways, and the front gate is manned 24/7, 365 days a year. Membership to Old Edwards Club is optional. Members enjoy access to an extraordinary collection of amenities, including an 18-hole golf course, 12-hole par-3 course, dining, wellness center with spa services, tennis, heated mineral pools, recreational lake with boathouse, hiking trails, and an entertainment barn featuring bowling, pickleball, bocce, billiards, golf simulator lounge, kids' arcade, and more.

Listed by Jennifer Blake of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty - OE

MLS Number 1003007

• Land
• Acreage 2.1

Just a few minutes from Main Street Highlands, you'll find this parcel which is waiting for you to craft into your own personalized Highlands estate. With a good view, in a great neighborhood, and near the greenway trail for hikes all over Highlands, this property, consisting of two adjacent lots for a total of 2.10-acres, offers you the chance to make your dream come true. The location can hardly be better. Just a five-minute drive away, you'll find perhaps the most unique town in the Southeast, boasting fine restaurants, shops, galleries, churches-all at high elevation which offers comfortable temperatures even on days when nearby towns hit the 90s. You can enjoy music in the park on summer Saturday nights or high-end chamber music featuring some of the best talent from around the world. You can watch live theater or hone your art skills by attending workshops at the Bascom Center. If you're inclined, you can investigate the great clubs and golf courses in the area. Or you can just sip something on your porch, enjoying the life you live.

Listed by Spencer Kirkpatrick of Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT

MLS Number 1001868

• Land
• Acreage 0.77
• Subdivision Highlands Cove

Premier View Lot in Highlands Cove, Old Edwards Club. Discover a truly spectacular +- .77 acre homesite in the prestigious Highlands Cove community. Perfectly situated around 4,500 feet above sea level to enjoy cool summer breezes at this elevation. This rare cul-de-sac lot combines breathtaking long-range mountain views with a gentle topography-ideal for a main and lower terrace level home design without the steep slopes often found with similar vistas. Imagine the potential of a future wall-of-glass view. From the back of the property, enjoy dramatic views of Whiteside Mountain, while the front showcases sweeping mountain range panoramas that stretch for miles. Located on a newer road within Highlands Cove, this lot offers both seclusion and convenience in one of the area's most sought-after neighborhoods. No worries about expensive foundations or septic surprises. This lot will have a private sewer connection. Existing survey is available. Less tree removal required. Are you ready to escape the summer heat and have windows-open weather? Highlands Cove features 24-hour manned gated access, beautifully maintained roadways, and an enclave of high-end custom homes, all just minutes from both Highlands and Cashiers. Ownership includes the option of membership to Old Edwards Club, providing access to world-class amenities: Championship 18-hole golf course, Full-service dining and bar, Tennis courts, State-of-the-art fitness center, Heated outdoor mineral pool. Membership also extends to GlenCove by Old Edwards, with unmatched lifestyle amenities such as: Organic garden & farm, Recreation lake with boating, kayaking, canoeing, and fishing. Extensive hiking trails including Shortoff and Yellow Mountains. 12-hole Par 3 golf course. Recreation barn with bowling, arcade, golf simulator, and more Lap pool, kids' splash pool, playground, pickleball & bocce courts.Wellness center with spa services, and World-class short game golf facility. Additionally, members enjoy privileges at the Old Edwards Inn & Spa, featuring a European-style luxury spa, two pools, fitness center, and fitness classes. Limited lots currently on the market in Highlands Cove and this one has the most amazing view of all. Your friends will be wowed and envious. This premier lot presents a rare opportunity to build your custom home in Highlands Cove versus paying premium for existing inventory. Come embrace the unmatched lifestyle of the Highlands-Cashiers plateau.

Listed by Steve Sheppard and Wes Sheppard of Howard Hanna Allen Tate - Cashiers

MLS Number 1002781

• Land
• Acreage 4.18

This 4.18-acre tract is within minutes of Highlands Town Center and perched atop Kettle Rock, an exclusive enclave of estates that share a commitment to privacy, low density development and preservation of the indigenous flora and fauna. This gently rolling parcel sits above 4,000 ft of elevation, offers exceptional Blue Valley views, and provides an expansive envelope within which to construct a cozy mountain retreat or a family compound that will be treasured for generations. There are very few remaining properties of this caliber in Highlands. Don't miss this opportunity! Come explore Highland's acclaimed casual and fine dining, world-class shopping, legendary waterfalls, and a multitude cultural and entertainment offerings year-round. Travel & Leisure recognized Highlands as “America's Best Small Mountain Town” in 2023 and Outside magazine ranked Highlands as one of the top ten small adventure towns in the world for 2025!

Listed by Clif Gottwals of Christie's International Real Estate Highlands-Cashiers

MLS Number 1003495

• Land
• Acreage 5.56

Rare opportunity to own a fully prepared, build-ready mountain lot in the coveted city of Highlands, NC - with long-range westward views, US National Forest as your permanent backyard, and absolutely no deed restrictions to limit your vision. Perched at over 4,000 feet of elevation, this 5.56-acre parcel on Buck Creek Road is unlike anything else available on the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau. The heavy lifting is already done: a four-bedroom septic system, private well, underground electric, professional site work, and selective tree trimming have all been completed. A gravel driveway ascends approximately 200 feet from the road to a commanding build site, positioning your future home to capture sweeping long-range views to the west - the kind that turn golden at sunset and make mountain living feel like the reward it should be. With US National Forest land bordering the rear of the property, privacy and views are protected in perpetuity. No neighbors can build behind the property - ever. A wet weather waterfall adds the quiet soundtrack of a true mountain retreat, and at 4,200+ feet of elevation, cool summer temperatures make this a natural escape from the heat of the lowlands - just 2.5 hours from Atlanta. Best of all, no deed restrictions means you bring your own builder, your own plans, and your own timeline. Whether you envision a custom mountain home, a private family retreat, or a legacy investment in one of Western North Carolina's most sought-after communities, this lot delivers the canvas. All of this, just 10 minutes and 5.5 miles from the shops, restaurants, and culture of downtown Highlands via paved roads the entire way. Build-ready lots with views, National Forest borders, no deed restrictions, and this elevation are exceptionally rare in Highlands. This is the one you've been waiting for.

Listed by Rachel Wavra of Silver Creek Real Estate Group,Inc.

MLS Number 1002110

• Land
• Acreage 7.63

Located on the desirable Atlanta side of Highlands, this 7.63-acre parcel offers a private wooded setting with incredible long-range mountain views. Sitting at an elevation of approximately 4,000 feet, the property enjoys a cool, refreshing climate year-round. The natural landscape features mature hardwoods and native rhododendron, creating a serene and picturesque environment for your future mountain retreat. With only light restrictions in place, you'll have the flexibility to design and build your ideal home while maintaining the peaceful character of the area. Enjoy easy access to downtown Highlands, where fine dining, boutique shopping, and endless outdoor adventures await. This rare offering combines privacy, convenience, and stunning mountain vistas-an exceptional opportunity to own a beautiful piece of Highlands, NC.

Listed by Sam Lupas of Landmark Realty Group - Frank Allen,Cashiers

MLS Number 1003744

• Land
• Acreage 0.82
• Subdivision Highlands Cove

Unique opportunity to enjoy both sunrise and sunset views of long and short range vistas in the distance. This .82 +/- acre homesite is located in Old Edwards Club at Highlands Cove halfway between the charming towns of Highlands and Cashiers. Centrally located within the community and convenient to all of the amenities. You can access this lot from Windrush Trail and Forest Edge Lane. Enjoy the security of a 24/7 gated community while relishing the tranquility and beauty of this unique mountain retreat. HOA maintains community roadways and includes water and sewer. High speed fiberoptic internet available. Membership is optional. Members of Old Edwards will have full use of Old Edwards Club amenities: full service dining room and bar, chimney terrace, 18-hole golf course, tennis, fitness, outdoor heated mineral pool plus all of the amenities at GlenCove: Organic community garden & farm, recreational lake with boathouse offering fishing, kayaking, canoeing and paddleboarding, hiking trails to Shortoff and Yellow Mtn National Forest, 12-hole par 3 golf course, recreation barn with bowling, pool tables, ping pong, kids arcade and state-of-the-art golf simulator lounge, 4-lane heated lap pool with kid's splash pool, playground, pickleball, bocce ball, multi-purpose court, fitness & wellness center with spa services, and a world-class short game golf area AND the amenities at Old Edwards Inn & Spa: access to a relaxed European style luxury spa, two additional pools, pool cabana, fitness center and fitness classes.

Listed by Jennifer Blake of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty - OE

MLS Number 1003223

• Land
• Acreage 0.98

Just moments from the heart of Highlands, this exceptional .98-acre homesite along coveted Bowery Road offers a rare blend of privacy, natural beauty, and effortless walkability. Positioned just a stone's throw from a scenic stretch of the Highlands Greenway Trail, you can step from your future front door and stroll into town for dining, shopping, and the vibrant lifestyle that defines Highlands. The property's gentle slope away from the road creates an ideal canvas for a wide range of architectural possibilities, whether you envision a refined mountain cottage, a contemporary retreat with expansive glass, or a classic Highlands-style residence nestled into the landscape. The topography allows for thoughtful design elements such as a walk-out lower level, terraced outdoor living spaces, or gardens that blend seamlessly with the natural surroundings. Surrounded by the quiet beauty of native hardwoods and mountain flora, yet just a short walk to Main Street, this setting offers the best of both worlds, peaceful seclusion with immediate access to everything that makes Highlands so special. A truly rare opportunity to create a custom home in one of the Plateau's most desirable in-town locations.

Listed by Judith Michaud of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty