Western North Carolina Luxury Homes

MLS Number 1002257

• Residential
• Bedrooms 5
• Bathroom 5
• Acreage 9.79

A truly one-of-a-kind mountain sanctuary, this 9.79-acre retreat is a must-see to fully appreciate its beauty, serenity, & unmatched sense of escape. Just minutes from the center of Cashiers, this mind-body-&-soul oasis lies within the private, paved community of Josh's Trail & enjoys its own exclusive gated entrance, offering the perfect blend of convenience & seclusion. At the heart of the property is a charming main home featuring 2 bedrooms, a bonus lofted area, an additional bonus room, 1 full bathroom, & a warm kitchen & dining space. The cozy living room invites you to unwind beside the wood-burning fireplace, while the kitchen & dining area below create an intimate atmosphere enhanced by a gas fireplace. A private guest suite with a full ensuite bathroom is connected via an open-air walkway, giving visitors comfort and privacy. Step outside and immerse yourself in the true essence of this retreat. Enjoy the outdoor shower, unwind in the hot tub, or melt stress away in the sauna. A striking double-sided outdoor fireplace anchors the expansive gathering area, complemented by a built-in grill-perfect for hosting while overlooking mountain views & the soothing stream-fed pond. Thoughtfully crafted forest trails wind through the property, complete with a bridge, solar lighting, & views of your own private waterfall cascading into the pond. Mature native plants line the pathways, creating a magical setting for morning strolls or twilight walks. A spacious fenced dog area ensures your four-legged companions have room to roam, & nearly every doorway opens to a deck where you can relax in the cool mountain air. A secondary guest house adds even more flexibility, offering a kitchenette, lofted living area, & half bath. The separate bedroom-accessible exclusively through its own outdoor entrance-features an ensuite bathroom & a luxurious copper soaking tub on the deck, creating a spa-like experience immersed in nature. All this, just minutes from dining, boutique shopping, & entertainment in the heart of Cashiers. Don't miss the chance to own this peaceful, private, & restorative mountain escape.

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

MLS Number 1003780

• Residential
• Bedrooms 2
• Bathroom 4
• Acreage 0.16

Few settings capture the Lake Toxaway lifestyle as immediately as this two-bedroom, four-bath lakefront pedestal home. The dock is just beyond the back door, reached across a gentle lawn, while views extend over the water to the surrounding mountain ridgelines. From sunrise on the deck to evenings beneath the covered lakeside porch, the home is designed around an effortless connection to the landscape. Inside, the living room makes a memorable impression with vaulted tongue-and-groove ceilings, exposed beams, a fireplace, and an expansive wall of windows framing the lake. Warm wood floors and natural textures create a relaxed atmosphere, while the room is equally comfortable for quiet evenings or lively gatherings. The kitchen offers granite countertops, a generous island with seating, stainless steel appliances, and an open connection to the dining area beneath another vaulted, beamed ceiling. The primary suite includes an adjoining sunroom currently used as an office, where windows capture the lake and mountains from multiple angles. A private balcony extends from the sunroom, creating an intimate perch for morning coffee or a quiet pause above the water. The suite includes a full ensuite bath, while the guest bedroom also enjoys its own private bath. Two additional full baths bring the home's total to four and add convenience across its levels. The finished walkout lower level offers a kitchenette, full bath, tiled flooring, built-in storage, and sliding glass doors opening to the covered patio, lawn, and lake. Ideal as a recreation room, secondary gathering space, or guest retreat, it supports relaxed lake days with ease. Although the setting feels peacefully removed, the property is approximately 20 minutes from Sapphire Valley Resort and downtown Cashiers, 30 minutes from Brevard, and 40 minutes from Highlands. Nearby hiking trails and waterfalls invite exploration, while dining, shopping, art, music, and events such as the Cashiers Plein Air Festival and Groovin' on the Green enrich the experience. Whether envisioned as a private mountain escape, a full-time lakefront residence, or a property with potential for short-term rental use subject to applicable rules and regulations, this home offers direct water access, flexible living space, and exceptional scenery. Experience the setting in person and discover a retreat where the water is more than a view-it is part of everyday life.

Listed by Douglas Treadwell of Mountain Life Real Estate,LLC

MLS Number 1003781

• Residential
• Bedrooms 3
• Bathroom 4
• Acreage 0.89

It's called Forest Trail for a reason. Surrounding the prestigious Cold Springs Saddle & Tennis Club - and this residence - are national forest, hiking trails, a well-stocked trout stream and lake, plus the pristine horse pastures. Beyond the trees stands the crown jewel of the community - a home reimagined through a comprehensive, designer-led renovation. Light pours through fresh, open rooms dressed in curated, high-end finishes: wide-plank white oak floors, honed soapstone, crisp white shiplap, and beamed ceilings, all in a palette that feels warm, current, and quietly luxurious. Outside, an equally tasteful landscape plan - quintessentially "Highlands Style" - blends into the sloping terrain, which gives way to a rare, large flat backyard set just off the home's two expansive covered balconies. With generous living space that flows effortlessly from hearth to covered deck, this home lives as beautifully as it looks - across two full levels, inside and out. The main level is a true retreat: a stone fireplace, a chef's galley kitchen with custom banquette, dining for twelve if needed, an open family room, a double garage, a full covered deck, guest quarters, and a serene primary suite. The bright, airy lower level opens with a grand club room - big enough for a full media lounge and a pool table - that spills onto a large lower-level balcony and out to the backyard for a game of croquet, plus another large bedroom and a bonus flex room or easily transformed into an optional 4th bedroom. Furniture does not convey, however; it is negotiable. Walk to the canoe and kayak dock, fly fish from the island, keep your horses on-site in a private stable, and experience quietude like never before - all just ten minutes and under three miles from downtown Highlands.

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

On the Atlanta side of Highlands. A house where you can bring everyone. Two primary suites on the main level. Three additional sleeping areas. Private Guest Accommodations. Long range mountain views. Two-car garage. Generator. Minutes from downtown Highlands. The Kitchen is part of the open-concept living area, where you and your family can enjoy football season while preparing snacks/ drinks/ dinners during the big game. REAL wood flooring adds rustic elegance. The 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. Did we mention the views (-;

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

MLS Number 1002734

• Residential
• Bedrooms 4
• Bathroom 5
• Acreage 0.49

Set within the gated community of Pilots Knob, this thoughtfully designed four-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bathroom mountain home captures expansive, layered, long-range views of the surrounding Blue Ridge landscape from multiple rooms, while offering the comfort and functionality ideal for both everyday living and hosting guests. The main level centers around an open-concept living space where the kitchen, dining area, and great room flow together effortlessly. The kitchen features a breakfast bar and pantry, with an adjoining dining area for relaxed meals or entertaining. A wood-burning fireplace with a gas starter anchors the living room, creating a warm focal point on cool mountain evenings. Expansive glass pocket doors open the great room fully to the covered deck, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor living experience and framing the sweeping mountain vistas beyond. The primary suite is conveniently located on the main floor and includes a spacious bath with a double vanity, a private water closet, and a spa-style wet room with a soaking tub. Additional bedrooms, two on the upper level and one on the lower, provide comfortable accommodations for guests, while the large basement den and bonus room offer flexible space for recreation, media, or a game room. Outdoor living is equally inviting, with the covered deck and lower patio positioned to take full advantage of the ever-changing mountain views. A grilling area creates the perfect setting for gathering under endless stars after a day exploring the Plateau. Residents enjoy paved roads, community green space, a pond, a shared fire pit, and elevations above 4,000 feet, which provide refreshingly cool summer temperatures and a peaceful mountain setting. Rentals are permitted in the community, creating excellent potential for those seeking a vacation home with income-producing opportunities. The Big Ridge area is just minutes away from the pristine waters of Lake Glenville for boating, fishing, and swimming. It is a short drive from the vibrant dining, boutique shopping, and year-round events of Cashiers and Highlands. Easy drives to local airports - 45 minutes to Jackson County Airport or 90 minutes to Asheville Regional Airport - make travel to your mountain getaway simple. Whether enjoyed as a full-time residence, mountain retreat, or investment property, this home delivers the best of elevated living in one of Western North Carolina's most scenic settings.

Listed by Daniel Allen of Silver Creek Real Estate Group,Inc.

MLS Number 1002992

• Residential
• Bedrooms 3
• Bathroom 4
• Acreage 7.05

Stunning Cedar Creek Mountain Home close to Cashiers NC (5 minutes) and Country Clubs, featured in books by Lynn Monday & Southern Living Magazine with many elevated design choices like shiplap walls, oak floors, screen porch, new luxury custom eat-in kitchen 2019, the spacious great room has wood floors, shiplap walls, antique beams, high ceilings, a stone fireplace all ideal for entertaining, new 2nd bedroom suite in 2019. 3 stone fireplaces, Laurel Creek waterfall view & soothing sounds. 2 car garage and encapsulated crawlspace. wood and field stone exterior, Professionally decorated with antiques and mountain décor. This property is very unusual to have 7 gated acres close to town, waterfall views for cool summer living.

Listed by Elizabeth Paul of Betsy Paul Properties,Inc.

MLS Number 1004036

• Residential
• Bedrooms 3
• Bathroom 3
• Acreage 1.44

Welcome to Wild Blue Yonder, a beautifully situated mountain retreat on 1.44 acres overlooking the breathtaking expanse of Blue Valley. Thoughtfully positioned at over 4,100 feet in elevation to capture sweeping, panoramic views of the rolling mountains, this exceptional property combines privacy, gracious living, and the natural beauty of the Highlands Plateau. The property features a spacious main residence with an attached two-car garage, along with a charming guest cottage offering its own one-car garage. An elevator provides convenient access from the main house garage to the primary living level, making the home well suited for comfortable, easy living. Designed to embrace its spectacular setting, the main residence offers inviting indoor and outdoor spaces for both everyday enjoyment and entertaining. The living and dining areas open to a covered deck where the mountain vistas take center stage, while a generous outdoor patio with a fireplace creates the perfect gathering spot for cool mountain evenings. The main level includes the primary suite with a private office area, living room, kitchen, family room with bar, and laundry room. The thoughtful floor plan provides the convenience of main-level living while maintaining wonderful spaces for family and guests. One of the property's most distinctive features is a hidden bridge leading to the private guest cottage. Overlooking a tranquil koi pond and the surrounding mountains, the cottage offers a living room with fireplace, kitchen, full bath, and two bedrooms-creating a delightful and secluded retreat for overnight guests. Beautifully landscaped grounds showcase native mountain flora and complement the home's natural surroundings. A circular driveway provides easy access and ample guest parking, while a generator adds additional peace of mind. Located within the gated King Mountain Club, Wild Blue Yonder offers access to an impressive collection of community amenities, including a clubhouse, large outdoor swimming pool, tennis courts, stocked trout pond, and a full-time onsite manager. With its commanding Blue Valley views, separate guest accommodations, exceptional outdoor living spaces, and desirable gated-community amenities, Wild Blue Yonder embodies the privacy, beauty, and relaxed elegance of Highlands mountain living.

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

MLS Number 1003794

• Residential
• Bedrooms 3
• Bathroom 6
• Square Feet 8,000
• Acreage 0.42

Welcome to 147 Teague Estates Road, an extraordinary three-bedroom Highlands residence with multiple flex spaces, nestled along the banks of Buck Creek in an enchanting wooded setting. Offering a rare combination of refined mountain luxury, expansive living, and exceptional privacy, the property adjoins U.S. Forest Service land along its entire rear boundary, creating a protected natural backdrop and an enduring sense of seclusion. A substantial addition introduced a lavish primary retreat complete with separate baths and dressing closets, a private sitting room and a dedicated office. Designed for memorable entertaining, the dramatic great room offers grand proportions, space for a grand piano and a striking see-through fireplace that serves as an elegant architectural focal point. A spiral staircase ascends to an impressive game room and bar, with direct access to a private studio guest cottage. Outdoors, expansive decks, a covered creekside gazebo, mature landscaping and softly illuminated gathering spaces create a captivating sanctuary beneath the trees, all enhanced by the sights and sounds of Buck Creek. Completing this remarkable property is a heated and cooled six-car garage, ideally suited for an automobile collection, private workshop or exceptional storage. With creek frontage, versatile living spaces, guest accommodations and protected forest as its backdrop, this one-of-a-kind retreat offers an uncommon opportunity to experience privacy, natural beauty and distinctive Highlands mountain living.

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

MLS Number 1003676

• Residential
• Bedrooms 2
• Bathroom 3
• Acreage 37.98

This 37+ acre mountain estate offers exceptional privacy, versatility, and natural beauty at over 3200'. The Cherokee named the area “Shi yo” meaning friendly place. With game trails, abundant sun, and water, it provided the Cherokee with a summer hunting ground as evidenced with numerous artifacts found on property. With unrestricted zoning and bordered by the Nantahala National Forest these three unrestricted parcels have many variable uses. Gently rolling pastures, mature forest, a serene pond, abundant wildlife, and five excellent wells provide an outstanding foundation for the new owner. It has been used by the owner for their own private enjoyment; however, there are numerous options the new owner can choose from - a working farm, equestrian property, or there is plenty of space to build your personal mountain dream home to enjoy or you can develop it! A short hike or horseback ride leads to the scenic Thompson River, adding to the property's unique appeal. The residence features a flexible layout with 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a large bonus room with lots of natural light, and spacious living areas which could be used as multigenerational suites. The main suite includes an open-concept great room with a wood-burning fireplace, sunroom, separate dining room, a commercial gas stove in the eat-in kitchen, along with one bedroom and two full baths. The attached suite offers its own kitchen, one bedroom, one full bath, a spacious office, and a private deck overlooking the pasture and pond. Modern infrastructure includes underground utilities including fiber optic, and a 3-zone HVAC system. Beneath the home, two garage bays provide covered parking, while the expansive lower level-accessed by two full-view garage doors-serves as ATV storage, a workshop, potting shed, or entertaining area. Additional structures include a heated, detached 2-car garage and a barn/workshop suitable for horses or hobby farming. Located minutes from Sapphire/Cashiers' dining, golf, and resort amenities, close to Gorges State Park, and an easy access to Highlands and Brevard. Travel times are convenient-just over an hour to Greenville, SC, under an hour to Asheville airport, and under three hours to Atlanta. This property combines gently rolling land, prime elevation, and exceptional versatility, making it one of Sapphire's most compelling large-acreage opportunities. Owner is a licensed NC Realtor Available 3.55A. not contiguous but very close on Whitewater Rd. (Rd.frontage)

Listed by Dorothy Swearingen of NCMountainLife.com