Estates & Multi Generation Homes in Western North Carolina

MLS Number 1000767

• Residential
• Bedrooms 7
• Bathroom 11
• Acreage 25.92

Perched atop a private 25+ acre mountaintop in exclusive Highlands, North Carolina, Sagee Manor is an extraordinary estate offering 360-degree panoramic views across the Blue Ridge Mountains and into South Carolina. Approached through a private gate, stately hand laid stone arch and a landscaped one-third mile drive, the estate combines old-world elegance with refined modern luxury. Designed as a world-class mountain retreat, it offers complete privacy and breathtaking natural surroundings. At the center is a stunning manor house featuring four bedrooms, four full and four half baths, elegant formal and informal living areas, a sunlit garden room, library, family room, wine cellar, and seven fireplaces. A sleeping porch invites peaceful nights with cool mountain air. A striking post-and-beam dining pavilion with dual fireplaces and a charming guest cottage-offering three bedrooms, three baths, kitchen, and porch-enhance the estate's entertaining potential. Outdoors, masterfully designed garden rooms and leisure spaces unfold across the landscape. The late Rosemary Verey, a renowned English landscape designer, created the cutting, herb, and vegetable gardens, complemented by native flora, meadows, and woodland trails ideal for walking or birdwatching. Amenities include a pool pavilion with heated pool, full bath and spa, croquet court framed by boxwoods, and a two-story stone overlook. A stone roundel pavilion offers sweeping views, while a tiered outdoor amphitheater invites gatherings under the stars. The estate is complete with a private helipad, lake with lake house, equipment buildings, and an on-site manager's office to ensure seamless operations. Adjacent outparcels are available to expand the sanctuary to 49 acres. Sagee Manor is more than a home-it is a legacy estate, a mountaintop sanctuary of rare beauty and exceptional privacy.

Listed by Liz Harris and Josephine Lovell of Cashiers Sotheby's International Realty

MLS Number 1000835

• Residential
• Bedrooms 7
• Bathroom 11
• Acreage 25.92

Perched atop a private 25+ acre mountaintop in exclusive Highlands, North Carolina, Sagee Manor is an extraordinary estate offering 360-degree panoramic views across the Blue Ridge Mountains and into South Carolina. Approached through a private gate, stately hand laid stone arch and a landscaped one-third mile drive, the estate combines old-world elegance with refined modern luxury. Designed as a world-class mountain retreat, it offers complete privacy and breathtaking natural surroundings. At the center is a stunning manor house featuring four bedrooms, four full and four half baths, elegant formal and informal living areas, a sunlit garden room, library, family room, wine cellar, and seven fireplaces. A sleeping porch invites peaceful nights with cool mountain air. A striking post-and-beam dining pavilion with dual fireplaces and a charming guest cottage-offering three bedrooms, three baths, kitchen, and porch-enhance the estate's entertaining potential. Outdoors, masterfully designed garden rooms and leisure spaces unfold across the landscape. The late Rosemary Verey, a renowned English landscape designer, created the cutting, herb, and vegetable gardens, complemented by native flora, meadows, and woodland trails ideal for walking or birdwatching. Amenities include a pool pavilion with heated pool, full bath and spa, croquet court framed by boxwoods, and a two-story stone overlook. A stone roundel pavilion offers sweeping views, while a tiered outdoor amphitheater invites gatherings under the stars. The estate is complete with a private helipad, lake with lake house, equipment buildings, and an on-site manager's office to ensure seamless operations. Adjacent outparcels are available to expand the sanctuary to 49 acres. Sagee Manor is more than a home-it is a legacy estate, a mountaintop sanctuary of rare beauty and exceptional privacy.

Listed by Josephine Lovell and Liz Harris of Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT

MLS Number 103989

• Residential
• Bedrooms 5
• Bathroom 7
• Acreage 6.5

Welcome to Mullach, a magnificent estate perched at the summit of a mountain in Western North Carolina inside the secure gates of a country club. This luxurious home offers breathtaking 360-degree views of the surrounding mountains, immersing guests in the natural beauty that surrounds them. Every detail of Mullach has been meticulously crafted with impeccable quality. From the minute you step inside, you are greeted with a sense of elegance and sophistication. The main house and guest house have been completely updated, ensuring that guests enjoy modern amenities and comforts. Whether you are relaxing in the spacious living areas, baking in the gourmet kitchen, or unwinding in the luxurious bedrooms, Mullach offers a truly unforgettable experience. The estate's grandeur extends outdoors, where you can soak in the panoramic vistas from the expansive decks. The main home is one-level with every luxury provided for an elegant lifestyle. The moment you open the door, the drop-dead view greets you across the sophisticated living room and foyer defined with custom wood columns. The dining room is to the left on the way to the gourmet kitchen, breakfast nook and family room grounded by an impressive fireplace flanked by paneled walls that open to a wet bar on the left side and to the hallway leading to the primary suite on the right. An office and pantry lead to the 4 car and 2 golf cart garages. The media room with surround sound and theatre screen with coffered ceilings and acoustical walls is on the way to the primary bedroom. The sunroom surrounded by windows allow you to enjoy the view while reading a book or playing bridge. The tranquil primary bedroom provides another vantage point to be inspired by the sixty-mile view. The primary bath is unparallel in quality and luxury. The nearby office is quiet and private. The guest suite in the main and guest house welcome family and friends. This special estate is truly a unique find in any mountain area.

Listed by Josephine Lovell of Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT

MLS Number 1000479

• Residential
• Bedrooms 6
• Bathroom 6
• Acreage 2.32

Nestled within the prestigious Mountaintop Golf & Lake Club in Cashiers/Highlands, NC, this exceptional estate offers mountain chic luxury with breathtaking views of Whiteside Mountain, beautifully terraced lawns, and patios all showcasing the scenery. Crafted with the finest materials, the home boasts reclaimed wood and stone accents throughout on the ceilings, walls, and floors. Large floor-to-ceiling windows bathe the home in natural light, accentuating its exquisite craftsmanship. Four masonry stone fireplaces, custom doors, intricate trim details, and high-end finishes throughout create a sophisticated yet inviting atmosphere. The great room offers a striking stone fireplace, reclaimed wood beam details, and floor-to-ceiling windows. Entertaining flows seamlessly from the great room into the expansive kitchen and dining areas, and out to the adjoining covered and open stone patios, complete with a fireplace-ideal for enjoying mountain evenings. The terrace level is designed for exceptional entertainment, featuring a spacious family room, game room, sitting room, artist studio, and a covered stone patio with a built-in firepit.This residence includes six spacious bedroom suites, with a primary suite on the main level, four guest suites upstairs, and a bunk room suite on the terrace level-providing privacy and comfort for family and guests. The top level features a spectacular lookout with sweeping mountain views and a cozy sitting room with a bar, perfect for relaxation while soaking in the panoramic landscape. This estate is the ultimate blend of luxury, nature, and mountain living, both within the home and at the Mountaintop Golf & Lake Club. Mountaintop is an exclusive, by-invitation club offering a refined North Carolina mountain experience. Members enjoy world-class golf, lake recreation, and outdoor adventures in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The mountain lodge-inspired clubhouse features luxurious amenities including a fine-dining restaurant with golf course views, a spa, state-of-the-art fitness center, pool, tennis courts, and more. The Outdoor Pursuits center offers a range of activities for all ages, including croquet, indoor basketball, pickleball, volleyball, a playground, and a dog park. Just a short drive away, the Mountaintop Lake Club provides boat rentals, dining, private beach access, and fishing. Escape to the Cashiers/Highlands Plateau and experience the refined mountain lifestyle this home and club have to offer.

Listed by Liz Harris of Cashiers Sotheby's International Realty

MLS Number 1000598

• Residential
• Bedrooms 6
• Bathroom 8
• Acreage 1.22

A unique custom lakefront Lodge built on nearly flat lot. Designed by Al Platt, with almost 200 feet of shoreline. "The Lodge" has a very private gated entrance and features a huge backyard with an easy pathway to the lake and boathouse. It is located directly across the wide part of the lake from The Greystone Inn. Owners have maintained mature landscaping to keep the yard private from the lake. This extraordinary estate home feels like a classic gentleman's Lodge. The gated driveway entrance leads to a side entry garage and circular driveway that goes through a double porte-cochere at the main entrance. The wide covered entry features Tennessee Orchard stone. A formal paneled foyer welcomes you to the voluminous great room with floor to ceiling stone fireplace and coffered ceilings. From here you can access the kitchen, dining room or step outside to the roofed patio. There are 6 spacious suites; 3 of which are on the main level. The primary suite is separate from the central living area and is very peaceful. It has a tray ceiling, a large dressing room, and stunning picture windows in the front and lake side of the sitting area. There is a private office off the great room overlooking the lake. This property is perfect for a large family or a corporate retreat. There are decks on 2 levels for entertaining and cooking out. There is a large roofed area by the outdoor stone fireplace which opens into the spacious formal dining room that seats 10 comfortably. The open deck is perfect for sunning and offers additional seating for parties. The lower level has an inviting family room with stone fireplace and pool table. It also has a wall of sliding glass doors and walk-out to patio and yard on the lakeside. There is a also kitchenette and full bath. Off the circular drive is a secondary entrance with mud room. A large butler's pantry and desk area are a few steps away from the kitchen and breakfast room. With views into the dining room, great room and front entry, the kitchen is central to the living areas of this home. The upper level has 3 roomy suites and an office and loft/library. Being offered furnished with some exclusions. Sellers own a 29.8-acre parcel directly across Cold Mountain Rd with 4000 sq. ft. post and beam “Cabin”. Perfect for overflow or corporate retreat. Will be offered furnished for $3.9M. Some amenities are only available through Club Membership.

Listed by Kathryn Balistreri of Balistreri Realty

MLS Number 1001023

• Residential
• Bedrooms 5
• Bathroom 10
• Acreage 1.3

The Mountain Laurel, located at 41 Chimney Point is a premier lakefront estate that epitomizes privacy, exclusive and refined craftsmanship crafted by esteemed builder John Lupoli, the home showcases old world elegance sitting on over 1.3 acres with over 300 feet of Shoreline. The home has too many features to list, but among them include plaster walls, multiple stone fireplaces, an elevator to all floors and expansive outdoor living spaces. The gourmet kitchen is equipped with custom cabinetry, a Lacanche Cote D'Or oven, brass apron and prep sinks and two walk-in pantries. In addition, a covered breezeway connects a double carport, one car garage with a game room, theater, full bath and kitchenette above. This estate offers a serene retreat with breathtaking lake and mountain views, providing an unparalleled living experience in Western North Carolina.

Listed by William D. Heinitsh of Lake Toxaway Company

MLS Number 106456

• Residential
• Bedrooms 4
• Bathroom 7
• Acreage 1.12

One of Lake Toxaway and Western North Carolina's most magnificent legacy homes, this masterfully crafted 4BR, 5.5BA estate is situated on two prime lakefront point lots with 326 feet of lake frontage on fabled Lake Toxaway. Situated very close to the Lake Toxaway Country Club, Greystone Inn, Marina, and all amenities Lake Toxaway offers, this Old World Estate offers the finest appointments including extensive stone work, large, spacious rooms, three wood burning masonry fireplaces, chef's kitchen, expansive master suite with en-suite paneled library, gracious guest suites upstairs, bonus room with full bath over a two car garage, generator, golf cart garage, extensive outdoor entertaining spaces including a covered dining porch, firepit, large stationary dock, two stall boat house, and one of the most spectacular lake and mountain views in the mountains of North Carolina. This home is a rare opportunity and a must see.

Listed by Art Fisher of Fisher Realty Highlands

MLS Number 1000388

• Residential
• Bedrooms 8
• Bathroom 13
• Acreage 2.1

Only once in a decade does a property such as Brookside come onto the market! Adjacent to High Hampton in Cashiers, North Carolina, set two easily accessible acres with exceptional water features and an elegant Estate home. There quite simply are no comparables. Secluded from public view, the home was artfully designed with functional living spaces that take full advantage of the landscaped gardens and the sounds of cascading Fowler Creek, which meanders through the Estate. The 8,343 square-foot home encompasses eight bedrooms, twelve bathrooms, five fireplaces, six HVAC units, and two elevators providing elegant access to the North and South apartment wings. Close to Cashiers and walkable to High Hampton and its amenities. Offered furnished (few exceptions) and decorated, the home bustles with museum-quality furniture and significant collectibles curated over a lifetime of travel. Heart pine floors and custom designer carpets form the backdrop for each room's themed character (For details see “Seller's Notes” and “Three Video Links” in the documents section). While the home boasts multiple gathering and private living venues, the vaulted Great Room is particularly remarkable. From its massive gas-fired stone fireplace to its bespoke display cabinet for a rare porcelain collection, it's a feast for the eye. In temperate weather, the double French doors expand the space farther onto the Three Season Porch, which overlooks and welcomes the soft sounds of the cascading creek below. All in all, Brookside is a remarkable home on an even more remarkable private oasis. The experience of a visit will not soon be forgotten.

Listed by Brenda Beye of Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT

MLS Number 1000818

• Residential
• Bedrooms 4
• Bathroom 6
• Acreage 3.84

Sited like a beacon overlooking the quaint town of Highlands, this majestic home named “Chetolah” quietly reigns as a humble monarch. “Chetolah,” from Cherokee, is said to mean “a place of rest,” was built in 1892 by Highlands' second mayor, Henry Martin Bascom, who came to Highlands to regain his health. He established a series of businesses on the corner of Main and Fourth Streets. He and his family prospered here. The Bascoms accumulated nearly 20 acres of land for their new home on Satulah Mountain, which afforded dramatic views and lots of space to rest. The Bascom's daughter, Louise, left Highlands to attend college in Salt Lake City, where she met her future husband, George Watson Barratt. Louise and Watson moved to New York after college. She worked for several New York-based magazines, including Harper's. Watson became the design director for the Shubert Theatre Company of New York, where he designed sets and costumes, and even wrote for the theatre. When Louise's mother became ill, she and Watson left New York and moved into Chetolah to care for Mrs. Bascom. Later, Louise became ill and died; Watson returned to New York to be close to friends there. He created a life estate for a friend, who lived in the family home until her death, at which time the estate was sold and the funds were used to create the Louise-Bascom Gallery, located in the Hudson Library Building on Main Street. The Bascom-Louise Gallery later became The Bascom: A Center for the Visual Arts, in Highlands. Chetolah has been cared for by four families over the past several decades. Under the design leadership of the celebrated designer, Darren Whatley, the home was completely rebuilt from the foundation up and from the inside out. Four bedrooms in the manor house with extra bonus rooms for offices and quiet space, the guest house has two spacious bonus rooms with a full kitchen, bathroom and living room. Given the extensive renovations and refurbishing in 2018-2019, the home will be a comfortable place of rest for many years to come. This incredible estate on almost four acres walking distance to town is impossible to replicate or find. A very fortunate family will enjoy this legacy property for generations.

Listed by Josephine Lovell of Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT

MLS Number 1000431

• Residential
• Bedrooms 6
• Bathroom 8
• Acreage 4

Tucked away on four breathtaking acres just a short walk from downtown Highlands North Carolina, this exceptional estate is a rare blend of historic legacy and refined mountain luxury. Once part of the famed 30,000-acre Ravenel holdings of Charleston, SC, the property dates back over a century and has quietly witnessed generations of memories made beneath towering trees. Built circa 1922 by the Evins family and lovingly cared for by just four owners in 123 years, the estate has been masterfully restored by renowned builder John Underwood and reimagined by architect Sam Edgens for modern living. A gated entrance and laurel-lined drive lead to a stunning three-story mountain colonial offering approx. 6,500 sq ft. Inside, original oak and antique chestnut floors-harvested from the land-massive stone fireplaces, handcrafted millwork, and more than 60 windows showcase timeless craftsmanship. In-floor hydronic heating on the first and second floors offers year-round comfort. The chef's kitchen, complete with fireplace, is ideal for casual mornings or elegant entertaining. Spa-inspired baths, generous gathering spaces, and timeless finishes complete the interior. The third floor is a flexible haven for a bunkroom, media space, or studio. Outdoor living is extraordinary, featuring both open and covered stone patios, including one with a 4-foot Rumford-style fireplace perfect for dining al fresco or relaxing under the stars. A generator with dedicated propane tank ensures peace of mind. A beautifully updated guest cottage features wide-plank floors, exposed beams, and a cozy stone fireplace. Additional accommodations above the detached garage make it perfect for guests or a caretaker. The grounds are an enchanting sanctuary, with a sparkling heated pool, in-ground spa, and an activity barn featuring an autobelay climbing wall, exercise equipment, a 30-ft batting cage (or add a golf simulator), and bike rack. Trails and century-old stone walls wind through gardens of rhododendrons, azaleas, and hydrangeas, while expansive lawns invite play and relaxation. Just steps away, the Rhododendron Trail offers direct access to Ravenel Lake, the Highlands Nature Center, Sunset Rock, and the heart of town. Peaceful and private, yet close to everything-this is not just a home, but a legacy, beautifully preserved and ready for its next chapter.

Listed by Judith Michaud and Mitzi Rauers of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty

MLS Number 1000252

• Residential
• Bedrooms 5
• Acreage 0.65

Nestled within the prestigious Mountaintop Golf and Lake Club, this stunning 5- bedroom, 5.5-bath estate offers unparalleled luxury with breathtaking views of the 6th and 7th fairways, a tranquil pond, and Yellow Mountain. Designed by renowned architect Stan Dixon and featured in Atlanta Homes Magazine, this home combines timeless elegance with functional living spaces. The main level boasts an expansive great room flanked with two separate wood burning fireplaces, a cozy sitting room, a chef's kitchen complete with a Viking range and Subzero refrigerator, a magnificent primary bedroom suite, and a large screened porch with a wood-burning fireplace and outdoor dining area - ideal for relaxing or entertaining while taking in the stunning landscape. Throughout the home, large windows frame the panoramic views, bringing the beauty of nature indoors. Upstairs, two luxurious bedroom suites provide privacy and comfort, while the lower level offers two additional bedroom suites, a spacious second living room, as well as a bonus room. The home also features a 3-bay garage. This remarkable property is a true masterpiece, offering an exceptional blend of sophisticated design and mountain living at its finest. And, of course, membership into Mountaintop Golf and Lake Club includes the world-class Tom Fazio golf course, the Lake Club at Lake Glenville, spa facilities, Outdoor Pursuits programs, Activity Center, tennis courts, pool and fitness complex, and full-time member services to assist you in any way when you are home in the mountains.

Listed by Sam Lupas of LANDMARK REALTY GROUP,LLC - FA

MLS Number 1001137

• Residential
• Bedrooms 4
• Bathroom 6
• Acreage 2.03

New Home Under Construction with one of the most beautiful views in WNC. If you are looking for the new home with four bedrooms, a view to die for, and all of home amenities, you have found it. Located in Lake Toxaway Estates which brags of the largest private lake in North Carolina, this home meets the eligibility requirement to apply for membership to the Lake Toxaway Country Club, one of the best in the state. This new home is also within walking distance to Panthertown Valley, the largest and highest plateau east of the Mississippi, in additional to miles of hiking trails located within Lake Toxaway Estates.

Listed by John Heinitsh of Lake Toxaway Company