Single Family

MLS Number 1003294

• Residential
• Bedrooms 3
• Bathroom 3
• Acreage 1.36

Discover refined mountain living in the heart of Chinquapin, a private gated community designed for those who crave both outdoor peace and adventure. This beautifully crafted home showcases exceptional quality and thoughtful design, highlighted by an oversized screened porch complete with a massive stone fireplace - the ultimate outdoor living space for cool mountain evenings year-round. Enjoy viewing wildlife in the open meadow in the morning and evenings with your coffee or wine. Offering three bedrooms, three bathrooms, a spacious loft, sunroom, two-car garage, and dedicated UTV storage, the home blends contemporary elegance with mountain comfort. Expansive meadow views create a peaceful backdrop, while the elevation of over 4,000 feet delivers the mild temperatures and refreshing climate the Plateau is known for. Life at Chinquapin centers around the outdoors. Residents enjoy miles of hiking and biking trails, trout fishing, pickleball courts, disc golf, a driving range, and gathering spaces like The Outpost Clubhouse, where seasonal community events bring neighbors together. Just beyond the gates, Panthertown Valley offers over 6,300 acres of protected wilderness with endless opportunities for hiking, biking, horseback riding, waterfall exploration, and more. Move immediately into a lock-and-leave mountain retreat, fully ready to enjoy today. This is a rare opportunity to experience the very best of Chinquapin from day one.

Listed by Kathryn Nicholson of Silver Creek Real Estate Group,Inc.

MLS Number 1002662

• Residential
• Bedrooms 3
• Bathroom 4
• Acreage 7.84

Do not miss this move in condition, spectacular house located off Buck creek road on Western Rhodes Road. 3 bedrooms, plus additional flex spaces. Multiple fireplaces. Open Great room concept with custom kitchen, plank wood floors, stone fireplace in the Great room that flows onto a covered porch with hot tub spa. Primary bedroom on main and upper floors, plus guestrooms complete with baths. Outbuilding. Trails lend to your privacy and to explore your own kingdom.

Listed by W. Terry Potts of Country Club Properties

MLS Number 1003762

• Residential
• Bedrooms 3
• Bathroom 4
• Acreage 0.14

Located less than a mile from downtown in the highly desirable Shelby Place community, this beautifully appointed home offers the perfect combination of in-town convenience, luxury, and peaceful mountain living. Residents enjoy community pickleball courts and bocce ball while being just minutes from shopping, dining, and all that downtown has to offer. Surrounded by professionally designed landscaping, the home is nestled in a tranquil setting where a picturesque creek, lush gardens, and frequent hummingbird visits create a private outdoor oasis. Multiple outdoor living spaces invite you to relax and entertain, including creekside seating where you can enjoy the soothing sounds of flowing water in a peaceful, quiet environment. Inside, the thoughtfully designed floor plan offers exceptional comfort and quality throughout. The main level features a spacious primary suite with a luxurious spa-inspired bath complete with a soaking tub, walk-in shower, and double vanity. The laundry room and attached garage are conveniently located on the main level, and the garage has been upgraded with a Tesla EV charger. One of the home's most inviting spaces is the enclosed upper-level porch, offering comfortable outdoor seating and a stunning outdoor fireplace-perfect for enjoying cool mountain evenings year-round. The lower level is equally impressive, featuring beautiful hardwood stairs that leads into a spacious family room designed for gathering with family and friends. Bedroom two offers the privacy of its own en-suite bath with a walk-in shower and direct access to the outdoor deck. A generously sized third bedroom provides comfortable accommodations for family or guests. This meticulously maintained home has been extensively upgraded with premium features, including a whole-house generator with a new oversized propane tank, an Aqua Sana whole-house water filtration system, Hunter Douglas PowerView motorized shades, two new televisions, professionally designed landscaping and hardscaping, a custom privacy fence, three Ring security cameras with integrated floodlights, a hot water heater booster and numerous thoughtful improvements throughout.This is an exceptional turnkey opportunity for buyers seeking a move-in-ready mountain home.

Listed by Kyle McKim of Weichert Realtors Highland Properties

MLS Number 103103

• Residential
• Bedrooms 1
• Bathroom 1
• Acreage 67

Nestled in the captivating valley between The Divide and The Crest, this unique 67.92 acre property offers a harmonious blend of serenity, adventure, and beauty. Less than half a mile from Panthertown Valley, hidden just off West Christy Trail in Sapphire Valley, this breathtaking estate extends a warm invitation to those seeking both peace and excitement. The heart of the property features a beautiful one-room furnished cabin, elegantly appointed and ready for immediate relaxation. Nearby, camping shelters with fire pits and manicured hiking trails provide ample opportunities for exploration and enjoyment of the outdoors. A defining feature of this estate is the 1700-foot bold cascading stream that runs the length of the property, surrounded by an enchanted forest adorned with a beautiful fern floor. Dramatic views of the rock face are visible from various vantage points, enhancing the already stunning natural surroundings. For the explorative soul, a Boulder Garden awaits your discovery, and a well-located picnic pavilion with a fire pit at the base of the stream trail serves as an ideal spot for gathering with family and friends. Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the property's commitment to conservation, as a portion of the land is protected by a conservation easement. This crucial element ensures the future of several endangered species of amphibians and plants, aligning perfectly with the area's abundant wildlife. Optional membership provides the ability to join Sapphire Valley amenities, enhancing the living experience with additional leisure options. Secluded, protected, and imbued with a peaceful ambiance, the moss-covered roads guide you through an environment that feels worlds away, yet is readily accessible. Whether envisioned as a perfect family estate or as a small six-home subdivision or company retreat, this property is ready to welcome its new steward. Embrace the possibility of living in harmony with nature.

Listed by Ken Fernandez of Howard Hanna Allen Tate - Sapphire (8285073156), Nancy Warriner of Howard Hanna Allen Tate - Cashiers

MLS Number 102696

• Land
• Acreage 67

Nestled in the captivating valley between The Divide and The Crest, this unique 67.92 acre property offers a harmonious blend of serenity, adventure, and beauty. Less than half a mile from Panthertown Valley, hidden just off West Christy Trail in Sapphire Valley, this breathtaking estate extends a warm invitation to those seeking both peace and excitement. The heart of the property features a beautiful one-room furnished cabin, elegantly appointed and ready for immediate relaxation. Nearby, camping shelters with fire pits and manicured hiking trails provide ample opportunities for exploration and enjoyment of the outdoors. A defining feature of this estate is the 1700-foot bold cascading stream that runs the length of the property, surrounded by an enchanted forest adorned with a beautiful fern floor. Dramatic views of the rock face are visible from various vantage points, enhancing the already stunning natural surroundings. For the explorative soul, a Boulder Garden awaits your discovery, and a well-located picnic pavilion with a fire pit at the base of the stream trail serves as an ideal spot for gathering with family and friends. Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the property's commitment to conservation, as a portion of the land is protected by a conservation easement. This crucial element ensures the future of several endangered species of amphibians and plants, aligning perfectly with the area's abundant wildlife. Optional membership provides the ability to join Sapphire Valley amenities, enhancing the living experience with additional leisure options. Secluded, protected, and imbued with a peaceful ambiance, the moss-covered roads guide you through an environment that feels worlds away, yet is readily accessible. Whether envisioned as a perfect family estate or as a small six-home subdivision or company retreat, this property is ready to welcome its new steward. Embrace the possibility of living in harmony with nature,

Listed by Ken Fernandez of Howard Hanna Allen Tate - Sapphire (8285073156), Nancy Warriner of Howard Hanna Allen Tate - Cashiers

MLS Number 1003480

• Residential
• Bedrooms 3
• Bathroom 3
• Acreage 0.13

Imagine parking your car for the summer and walking everywhere from this beautifully furnished three bedroom, three bath cottage down town. Legend has it that this was an original Bug Hill cottage, added onto over the years. It has been recently re-imagined in luxury mountain style. This home is fully ready for you and your toothbrush - enjoy the good life ASAP. Or, do you want an air bnb? B-3 zoning allows lots of options for rental, office and other business use. The property borders town of Highlands property and enjoys privacy all around despite being in the middle of the action.

Listed by Dinah Davis of Christie's International Real Estate Highlands-Cashiers

MLS Number 1001779

• Residential
• Bedrooms 4
• Bathroom 4
• Acreage 2.45

This stunning home sits on a private 2.45 ac. lot with lots of flat parking areas and beautiful landscaping designed for a Master Gardener. Well built custom home with many upgrades plus loads of extra storage. 4 BRS/3.5 BA. Whole house generator (45kw). Koi pond with waterfall in large, fenced backyard. Extensive landscape lighting. Additional smaller fenced run (enclosure) for children or pets. Alarm system and surveillance cameras. Oversized garage with epoxied floors and room for golf cart. Kitchen has separate breakfast room/keeping room with gas fireplace. Island with prep sink and built in U-line icemaker. GE profile refrigerator and microwave. New Bosch dishwasher, Thermador gas range plus food warmer. Walk-in pantry with lots of counter space and roll out shelves has full size freezer and lots of extra storage space. Great room has high ceilings with floor to ceiling stone fireplace (gas or wood), custom cabinets & bookcases. Exquisite built in bar with U-line wine cooler and refrigerator. Custom tall French doors open out to large, screened porch with stone fireplace and seating/dining areas overlooking the pond. Spacious foyer entry features curved staircase and opens to a large formal dining room. Elegant powder room with copper sink and wainscotting. Roofed front and rear decks have Ironwood timber flooring. Primary suite on the main level has a private den adjacent. Jetted tub, bidet & heated floor, huge walk-in closet, separate shower & vanity in bath. Both master suites include their own separate sitting rooms. Perfect for live-in relatives or caretaker. Additional suite upstairs also has jetted tub & walk in closet. 2 extra guest rooms on upper level. 2 heat pumps (one replaced in 2023). Dog grooming and potting shed has large sink and is connected to garage walkway. Encapsulated crawl space with dehumidifier has 30 year warranty. Furnishings negotiable. This home is located just a short walk to the Lake Toxaway Nature Park, which features hiking trails, playground, picnic tables, gazebo and restrooms. The Lake Toxaway Community has many amenities including 24 hour security, trails, and parks in addition to the lake and marina. Residents can utilize the Greystone Inn for dining and entertainment. This pristine lake is stocked annually. It is the largest privately controlled recreation lake in North Carolina. Application can be made for Lake Toxaway Country Club Membership if so desired.

Listed by Kathryn Balistreri of Balistreri Realty

MLS Number 106294

• CommercialSale Commercial Sale
• Property Type Commercial Sale
• Property SubType Multi Family
• Acreage 0.8

This is an outstanding investment property with unlimited potential It is located on the corner of Monte Vista Road and Hwy. 64 East In downtown Cashiers. The existing building has two apartments upstairs and a nice office space on the ground floor providing instant income. An average of 3500 vehicles pass this location a day giving it unbelieveable exposure! There is room for three more businesses with parking on this property. This property has a sewer allotment of 455 Gals. a day.

Listed by James Hair of Sapphire Valley Real Estate (8287430466)

MLS Number 1003620

• Residential
• Bedrooms 4
• Bathroom 5
• Acreage 1.84

Nestled along the shores of one of Highlands most scenic lake settings, 1921 Franklin Road is a rare opportunity to own a beautifully renovated historic hunting lodge that blends timeless mountain character with elevated luxury living. Rich in Highlands history and thoughtfully updated, this distinctive property captures the spirit of an era when Highlands was known as a private retreat destination for outdoor enthusiasts and discerning travelers alike. Inside, the home features warm wood details, inviting gathering spaces, and carefully curated renovations that preserve its historic charm while offering modern comfort and sophistication. Expansive windows frame breathtaking lake views, creating a peaceful backdrop throughout the home. Step outside to enjoy your own private dock - perfect for quiet mornings on the water, sunset gatherings, fishing, kayaking, or simply embracing the natural beauty that surrounds the property. The setting offers exceptional privacy while remaining conveniently close to downtown Highlands dining, shopping, and cultural attractions. Adding to the uniqueness of this offering, additional adjoining lots are available for purchase, creating a rare opportunity to expand the estate, preserve privacy, or create a multi-generational mountain retreat. A truly special Highlands property where history, luxury, and lakefront living come together in one unforgettable setting.

Listed by Kasie Campbell of Poss Realty Group - Clayton

MLS Number 1002743

• Residential
• Bedrooms 2
• Bathroom 2
• Acreage 5

Short-Term Rental Allowed! New 2 Bed Septic Permit Near Garage on the Property! Welcome to "Secret Waters," a truly remarkable opportunity that promises to captivate and inspire. As you pass through the gates, you are welcomed by the magnificent tower house that stands proudly before you, accompanied by the soothing sound of cascading waters that invite exploration. This exceptional property features two incredible elements: an architecturally designed tower house with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, and a stunning natural wonder crafted by Mother Nature herself. At the heart of Secret Waters is a breathtaking waterfall that flows elegantly beside the home, creating a serene and picturesque backdrop. No detail has been overlooked in this luxurious venue, which showcases exquisite cherry millwork, sleek granite surfaces, and expansive glass walls that frame awe-inspiring views from the top floor. The enchanting grounds beckon visitors to meander across numerous bridges spanning the tranquil waters, including a swinging bridge and an exciting zip line, ensuring an unforgettable experience. Spanning 5 lush acres, this property offers plenty of space for additional accommodations, including a detached two-car garage. A 2-bedroom septic permit has been established near the garage, providing the perfect opportunity to create a family compound or a lovely event space. Furthermore, this property is a new, current short-term rental (STR) that is already showing success, making it an excellent investment opportunity. Inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright's design principles, this property lets you launch your luxury venture from day one. Don't let this extraordinary opportunity slip away. Your secret oasis awaits!

Listed by Craig Berry and Vanessa Moore of Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT