Highlands Single Family Listings

MLS Number 1003457

• Residential
• Bedrooms 3
• Bathroom 4
• Acreage 0.75

Welcome to this new, beautifully designed treetop retreat in the desirable Highland Hills Subdivision, just minutes from downtown Highlands. Set on 0.75 acres, with a paved driveway. Step from the wide covered stone portico through the steel and glass door into the exceptional home with thoughtfully crafted living space. You'll be greeted by white oak floors throughout, an open floor concept with kitchen, dining room, living room and an ample deck in view of the front door. This home boasts 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and two luxurious primary suites, including a main-level primary for added convenience. High-end finishes include heated floors and automated under-cabinet vanity lighting in select bathrooms, while vaulted ceilings enhance the spacious upper level. The versatile floor plan offers two living areas with a wet bar/beverage center in the upstairs living space, a large bonus room that can serve as a media room, game room or both, and generous walk-in closets throughout. At the center of the home is a stunning chef's kitchen anchored by a 10-foot quartz waterfall island, flowing seamlessly into the dining and living spaces highlighted by a dramatic two-sided gas fireplace. Oversized sliding doors open to a spacious deck, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor living experience surrounded by lush greenery. Additional Highlights include, energy saving Dual Fuel heat using Propane and electric downstairs and an entirely separate central Heating and Air system for the second level, with a mini split in Bonus room, three separate laundry connection areas for convenience, beautiful landscaping created by Tate's Landscaping, a two-car garage and an encapsulated crawl space for added efficiency and peace of mind. Sale of house includes deeded access to Apple Lake, it is a short stroll to the lake where you can fish or bring your canoe/kayak. Half Mile Farm is across from the lake. Vacation rentals allowed. POA has an annual meeting soon and will be voting on paving entire subdivision. Listing Agent is Spouse of Builder.

Listed by Sarah Jakushev of Bald Head Realty

MLS Number 1003034

• Residential
• Bedrooms 4
• Bathroom 5
• Acreage 0.58

Introducing a thoughtfully designed new construction home package in the desirable Riverwalk community, offering a seamless blend of mountain character and modern livability. This home is offered as a new construction package, giving buyers the opportunity to own a brand-new residence customized to their liking in one of Highlands' most sought-after settings. The main level features a spacious primary suite along with an open-concept living area highlighted by vaulted ceilings, a fireplace, and direct access to a screened porch-perfect for enjoying the cool mountain air year-round. The kitchen is centrally positioned with ample workspace and connectivity to both indoor and outdoor living areas, while a mudroom and attached garage add everyday convenience. The lower level is designed for comfort and flexibility, offering additional guest bedrooms, a secondary living area, dedicated office space, and multiple outdoor decks that extend the living space into a private, natural setting. With four bedrooms and multiple gathering spaces, this home is ideal for full-time living or as a refined mountain retreat. Nestled along the gentle waters of the Cullasaja River, Riverwalk is a boutique Highlands community known for its serene setting, walkability, and close proximity to downtown. Residents enjoy easy access to shopping, dining, and outdoor recreation, all while being surrounded by the sights and sounds of the river and the natural beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Listed by John Muir of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty - HF

MLS Number 1003075

• Residential
• Bedrooms 5
• Bathroom 4
• Acreage 1.27

Located on a 1.27 acre view lot only minutes to downtown Highlands in the desirable Highlands Fall Country Club, this beautiful updated home has a prime view overlooking 3 holes on the golf course. The home offers the perfect location: fabulous views in a private setting with lush landscaping and terrain that slopes gently to the lake. RECENTLY RENOVATED including new shake roof and encapsulation, the home has 5 spacious bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. A short walk or golf cart ride brings you to the Club (membership Optional).Designed with both relaxation and entertaining in mind, the open floor plan features vaulted ceilings, stone fireplaces, and a beautiful wood floors. The updated kitchen has a lovely seating area and showcase new counter tops and a large Island that seamlessly flows into the living room. The master suite, located on the main level, offers privacy, while two additional bedrooms and a guest bath are located on the opposite side-perfect for family and guests. Upper and lower rear decks stretch across the length of the home, ideal for outdoor living and enjoying the peaceful views. The lower level features two ensuite bedrooms and a family room with a large bar area. Stone fireplaces on both levels enhance the homes welcoming atmosphere. Convenience is key with an oversized 2-car garage and a separate golf cart garage for added storage. The fully fenced yard is pet-friendly, and a generator ensures comfort during any power outages. A serene pond at the rear of the property adds to the tranquil surroundings and privacy. Perfect for both entertaining guest and quite moments in nature, this home is just 2 miles from downtown Highlands , shops and restaurants-a quick five-minute drive. With its prime location, stunning golf course views, and well-designed living spaces (furnishings available), this Highlands Falls Country Club property offers unparalleled lifestyle.

Listed by Donald Collins of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty - CA

MLS Number 1003209

• Residential
• Bedrooms 6
• Bathroom 6
• Acreage 1.65

Just minutes from Main Street in Highlands, yet tucked just outside the town limits, this fully furnished mountain retreat offers the rare balance of convenience, privacy, and unforgettable mountain charm. Whether you're searching for a personal getaway, full-time residence, or income-producing investment, this property is ready to enjoy from day one and currently operates as a successful vacation rental with an excellent rental history. Set on 1.65 picturesque acres, the property feels like your own private mountain sanctuary. A peaceful pond, cascading waterfalls, flowing stream, and cozy firepit create the perfect backdrop for relaxing evenings under the stars. Surrounded by native landscaping, flowering gardens, and mature trees, every corner of the property invites you to slow down and take in the beauty of the mountains. A circular driveway welcomes you home and provides easy access and additional parking, while the spacious 3-car garage includes a charming 1-bedroom, 1-bath guest house above, making it ideal for hosting family and friends in comfort and privacy. Inside, warm mountain character meets spacious, functional living. The large eat-in kitchen serves as the heart of the home, anchored by a wood-burning fireplace that creates the perfect gathering space after a day spent exploring Highlands. With a total of three fireplaces throughout the home, inviting spaces for gathering and relaxing can be found on every level. The expansive primary suite offers a private office, large walk-in closet, and a relaxing ensuite bath designed for unwinding at the end of the day. A second bedroom on the main level, along with two additional upstairs bedrooms, provides plenty of room for overnight guests. The terrace level adds even more flexibility with a spacious family room, sleeping area, full bath, and direct access to the backyard oasis. A fenced yard offers the perfect place for pets to roam or for enjoying cool mountain mornings surrounded by nature. The expansive back deck is made for mountain living and perfect for summer cookouts, morning coffee, or simply relaxing to the soothing sounds of the stream and waterfalls below. Additional features, including an encapsulated crawl space and whole-home generator, provide comfort and peace of mind year-round. Less than 3 miles from downtown Highlands, you'll enjoy easy access to boutique shopping, fine dining, and entertainment while still feeling worlds away.

Listed by Sarah Strawn and Nicole Ernst of Keller Williams Great Smokies

MLS Number 1003227

• Residential
• Bedrooms 4
• Bathroom 5
• Acreage 4.24

A graceful "country-french-mountain-cottage" nestled upon 4+ wooded acres, with view of the mountains beyond! Does this sound like your cup of tea? Several outdoor decks face towards the view one with a screened-in porch and wood-burning fireplace. The entire upper floor is a Primary Suite with two sitting areas and a large outdoor deck in the tree-tops. Three additional Guest Suites (all with adjoining full baths) flank the upper and lower level family rooms both of which access covered decks and screening. The kitchen is a bonafide gathering spot with its roominess to help the chef with a recipe, enjoy coffee by the fire, or graze on hors d' oeuvres and a cocktail before dinner. A formal yet casual dining room is right there and serves 10-12 easily. Level ingress/egress and plenty of room to park multiple family and guests. Located near pristine Mirror Lake for canoeing, with an easy drive to Oak Steak House in one direction and Downtown Highlands in the other. Head out hiking on the trails around the property, or a short way to the Highlands Greenway, Pinky Falls, and Big Creek. If your lifestyle is in need of some peacefulness as well as a place that family & friends will flock to, this may be it! Highlands, NC. Come for weekend, and stay for a lifetime.

Listed by Patrick Gleeson and Deborah Gleeson of Christie's International Real Estate Highlands-Cashiers

MLS Number 1002246

• Residential
• Bedrooms 4
• Bathroom 6
• Acreage 0.56

Two expansive primary suites on the main level, each thoughtfully designed to capture stunning long-range views while offering the tranquility of a private spa. The bathrooms each have; spacious showers with imported European tile from Italy and Spain, premium fixtures, and each upper level bathroom has a private water closet. The Kitchen is part of the open-concept living area, where there is an under counter refrigerator/wine cooler, open shelving, and a show-stopping custom vent hood and stone backsplash. Wood flooring and reclaimed wood beams -expertly crafted and installed by local craftsman Taylor'd Designs of Cashiers, NC-add rustic elegance. The dramatic stone fireplace anchors the room, offering warmth and ambiance as you take in panoramic views that stretch to Clemson, South Carolina. A separate caretaker's suite offers exceptional flexibility, ideal for guests, extended family, a home office, or private gym. -Two-car garage -Generator -Views

Listed by Andrea Gabbard of Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT

MLS Number 1002729

• Residential
• Bedrooms 4
• Bathroom 4
• Acreage 0.43

An immaculate renovation just up the hill from Mirror Lake! Lots of lightness and brightness fills the rooms of this cottage and its extremely "livable" layout. All the comforts of being in Highlands are found on the main floor including the open plan Kitchen, Family Room, a front porch like none other, and Dining area. Three main floor Bedrooms grace the residence including the Primary. Custom cabinetry, closets, and appointments throughout. The "Livability" doesn't end here! Check out the oversized Guest Suite above the 2-car garage with kitchenette and outdoor decking. The yard gently slopes revealing the tree-lined lot and the fire pit area for all to gather round. Plenty of parking for parties, family, and overnight visitors. Stroll to Mirror Lake for a day of fly fishing or paddling, and take advantage of the nearby Highlands Greenway which connects you to downtown Highlands just minutes away. Highlands, NC. Come for the weekend, stay for a Lifetime!

Listed by Patrick Gleeson and Deborah Gleeson of Christie's International Real Estate Highlands-Cashiers

MLS Number 1002731

• Residential
• Bedrooms 4
• Bathroom 4
• Acreage 0.16

A Distinguished Mountain Estate in Highlands - Positioned just moments from the refined boutiques and acclaimed dining of downtown Highlands, this exceptional 4-bedroom, 4-bath residence captures the essence of elevated mountain living. Overlooking a private, tranquil pond, the property offers a rare blend of natural grandeur and sophisticated design. Thoughtfully conceived with both architectural presence and livability in mind, the home's grand living room is defined by soaring ceilings, dramatic vertical volume, and a statement stone fireplace that anchors the space with warmth and scale. Expansive windows invite the landscape indoors, creating a seamless dialogue between refined interiors and the surrounding beauty. The kitchen and adjoining dining area are tailored for elegant entertaining and effortless daily living alike, offering an open yet intimate flow ideal for hosting. Every detail reflects comfort without compromise. The primary suite is a private sanctuary, complete with its own screened terrace - an intimate retreat suspended among the treetops. A second screened outdoor living room located just off the kitchen, is enhanced by a striking fireplace, serves as a year-round extension of the home, perfect for curated gatherings or quiet evenings enveloped in cool mountain air. Located in one of the Southeast's most coveted high-elevation enclaves - RIVERWALK. Whether envisioned as a legacy mountain home or an exclusive seasonal escape, this is a property of rare distinction - where luxury, privacy, and proximity converge. 30 day rentals are allowed.

Listed by Andrea Gabbard of Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT

MLS Number 1003162

• Residential
• Bedrooms 3
• Bathroom 5
• Acreage 0.36

This totally renovated mountain retreat is a perfect blend of elegance and comfort, with 3,200 sf of seamless single-level living. Just a two-minute golf cart ride from the Highlands Falls clubhouse, swimming pool, croquet courts, and a fitness center, you can enjoy lunch, dinner, and a game of bridge or mahjong any time you want. Since you are just outside the Highlands Falls gates, you pay a much-reduced HOA fee. From the expansive deck, you will enjoy panoramic views of the lake and the 8 th and 9 th holes of Highlands Falls golf course with Big Bearpen Mountain in the background. Totally updated with comfort and function in mind, this beautifully renovated home lets you enjoy one-level living at its best. The spacious open concept living space combines charm and warmth with mountain chic. It features custom-milled shiplap walls in the main living areas and antique barnwood trim in several rooms, including the kitchen and coffee bar, adding to the home's charm and uniqueness. The primary suite boasts two spacious walk-in closets and heated tile floors in the ensuite bath. The bath includes a large shower, a beautiful granite-topped double sink vanity, and a private water closet. Two charming guest rooms, each with its own ensuite bathroom, are thoughtfully located on the opposite wing, providing privacy and seclusion for visitors. There is a powder room in the guest hall for guests' convenience. A spacious family room, currently used as an office, has 25-foot ceilings and barnwood beams. This room could be used as a game room or TV viewing area. Additional sleeping space could be added with a Murphy bed if desired. It could also function as a separate suite, since it has its own bathroom with a shower. Laundry and additional storage are also located here. The house has multiple areas for entertaining or seating, where adults and children can be separated yet still together. The massive windows in the sunroom, most of which are screened, can give the feeling of a screened-in porch, making the room a true four- season area. The cozy living room with a wood-burning fireplace is inviting in the fall and winter. There is an attached oversized two-car garage opening into the family room, providing easy access in inclement weather. The heated and cooled lower level provides golf cart storage and additional climate-controlled storage in an encapsulated space. The outdoor firepit area provides enjoyment on chilly evenings.

Listed by Joe Deckman of Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT