Western North Carolina Luxury Homes

MLS Number 1001137

• Residential
• Bedrooms 4
• Bathroom 6
• Acreage 2.03

Perched high above Lake Toxaway, this exquisite new-construction residence offers one of the most captivating views in Western North Carolina, blending refined mountain living with every modern amenity. The thoughtfully designed four-bedroom home features a private elevator to all three levels, a gourmet chef's kitchen with adjoining prep kitchen and pass-through bar, and expansive decks for entertaining or quiet reflection. The spa-inspired owner's suite boasts heated floors, dual vanities, soaking tub, dual showers, and a private balcony with sweeping vistas. A home office, custom wine room, and smart-home integration add to the ease of daily living, while outdoor spaces invite connection-whether by the fireplace, in the hot tub, or around the gas fire pit. With a 3-car garage, EV charger, and customizable bonus room, every detail has been considered. Set within Lake Toxaway Estates, home to North Carolina's largest private lake, the property also qualifies for membership (based on availability and application) at the prestigious Lake Toxaway Country Club, where world-class amenities and social opportunities await. Just beyond your doorstep lies Panthertown Valley, the largest and highest plateau east of the Mississippi, with endless miles of scenic trails for hiking and exploration. Within the community itself, residents enjoy access to private trails, serene landscapes, and the unparalleled sense of escape that defines Lake Toxaway. This is a rare opportunity to own a brand-new home in one of the region's most coveted communities-where natural beauty, recreation, and luxury come together in perfect harmony.

Listed by John Heinitsh of Lake Toxaway Company

MLS Number 1002775

• Residential
• Bedrooms 6
• Bathroom 6
• Acreage 6.24

Windy Hill Lodge is an extraordinary mountain retreat set on 6.3 private acres at approximately 3,850 feet elevation within a gated community bordered by National Forest on three sides. The property offers sweeping long-range views across North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia, including iconic vistas of Whiteside, Yellow, Shortoff, and Big Terrapin Mountains, Rabun Bald, and the waters of Lakes Jocassee, Keowee, and Hartwell. Residents also enjoy access to a private 22-acre park with trails and the pristine Whitewater River, creating a rare combination of privacy, natural beauty, and outdoor recreation. This exceptional home-designed for hosting and extended stays, with exceptional flexibility beyond traditional bedroom count-features six well-appointed bedrooms and thoughtfully designed living areas that “sleep like a much larger home.” The upper level includes a custom bunk lounge with built-in sleeping niches and a whimsical treehouse-inspired hideaway, while the lower level offers a spacious flex studio with exterior access, full bath, and daybeds-ideal for guests, wellness, or private quarters. The expansive great room showcases a soaring 26-foot cathedral ceiling with exposed beams, rich oak floors, and a Tennessee fieldstone fireplace. Windows frame breathtaking mountain views and fill the home with natural light, while doors open to a covered porch with stone fireplace and outdoor dining-perfect for cool evenings and sunsets. The chef's kitchen suits entertaining and everyday living with granite countertops, large island, butler's pantry, and premium Dacor, GE Monogram, and KitchenAid appliances. A stand-alone bar with ice maker and refrigerator adds to the gathering appeal. The main-level primary suite is a private sanctuary with mountain and lake views, see-through gas fireplace, jetted tub, oversized steam shower, dual water closets, and cedar dressing room. Also on the main level are a guest bedroom with bath and a paneled library with fireplace. Upstairs includes a private guest suite with bath, sitting area, and wet bar. The lower level also provides two guest bedrooms with private baths, exercise and craft rooms, safe room, and a third garage with workshop. Additional features include a whole-house generator, central vacuum, four-zone HVAC, emergency water storage, mature landscaping, and extensive stonework-a rare opportunity to enjoy flexible, luxurious mountain living in the Blue Ridge.

Listed by Grace Battle of Cashiers Sotheby's International Realty

MLS Number 1003264

• Residential
• Bedrooms 4
• Bathroom 6
• Acreage 0.94

On the shores of Lake Glenville, Deer Run Cottage emerges as poetry written in timber and native stone, a love letter to the landscape that holds it. The main level unfolds with the kitchen, dining room, and living room merging against the backdrop of mountain and lake views. Through floor-to-ceiling windows, the lake becomes a piece of art that changes with every hour and every season. On the main floor, the primary bedroom with its fireplace-feels like sleeping inside a painting. Wake to water, sleep to stars, dream to the gentle percussion of waves finding the shore. Three distinct outdoor spaces grace the main level, each with its own personality. The covered porch whispers of long dinners and longer conversations. The open deck calls to sun worshippers and star gazers. The screened sleeping porch off the primary suite promises afternoon naps. The upper level holds two rooms: one with a queen bed and a bathroom with a clawfoot tub, and a bonus room with its window seat. The lower level bedrooms open like jewelry boxes onto the lakefront porch. Four bedrooms, two flex rooms, and five and half baths allow space for family and friends to gather or scatter as mood and moment demand. Numbers cannot capture the real equation: how a building becomes a feeling, how architecture becomes memory, how a cottage becomes the place dreams are made of. From the private dock, to the sandy beach, or separate stone steps to a wading rock perfect for children or dogs, cool summer afternoons come alive with the thrill of lake adventures. Whether you're paddling across the pristine waters, taking the boat out for a sunset cruise, or simply diving into the crystal-clear depths, Lake Glenville becomes your personal playground at this elevated paradise. Deer Run Cottage understands human nature: we need both connection and solitude, grandeur and intimacy, civilization and wilderness. Here, morning coffee tastes better, because gazing at the view has replaced screen time. Sleep comes easier because the water sings lullabies through open windows. In a world of manufactured experiences, Deer Run Cottage offers something increasingly rare: authenticity. Luxury that whispers rather than shouts, elegance that simply exists rather than poses, beauty that rewards attention rather than demands it. Some places you visit. Some places visit you back. Deer Run Cottage belongs to the latter. Come see for yourself! *Broker is relation to Seller*

Listed by Ben Love of Keller Williams Great Smokies

MLS Number 1001680

• Residential
• Bedrooms 3
• Bathroom 5
• Acreage 10

Located less than 2 miles from town, this one-of-a-kind generational estate is composed of 10 acres, with a top quality 3 bedroom 4 1/2 bath home has over 5,000 sf with roughed in rooms for additional living area below. Beautiful grounds feature gardens, trails, potting shed, greenhouse, and lovely water features. Enter the front foyer to a vaulted, country French Living room with Dalle de Bourgogne French limestone floors, a fireplace, and stunning wrought iron doors to access the patio and drink in the stunning, layered, southern vistas. Open dining with adjacent Chefs Kitchen of the highest quality appliances and finishes. Primary suite flows into the opposite wing of the house with a double bath and full office library. There is an elevator and a stairwell that leads to 2 guest bedroom suites, and a bonus room complete the upstairs. A rear porch with pet fence and a 2-car garage complete this family home. Additional goodies are a generator, push button multi control lighting systems, pure well water, huge boulders and landscape walls. Shown by appointment only.

Listed by W. Terry Potts of Country Club Properties

MLS Number 1003770

• Residential
• Bedrooms 4
• Bathroom 6
• Acreage 1.25

Nestled on a private, wooded homesite overlooking the first fairway of Mountaintop Golf & Lake Club, this beautifully designed four-bedroom home with a bonus bunk room offers the perfect blend of mountain comfort, privacy, and convenience. Ideally located within walking distance of the clubhouse and Mountaintop's premier amenities, this property provides an exceptional lifestyle in one of the area's most sought-after communities. Designed for both entertaining and everyday living, the main level features an inviting open floor plan with a spacious great room centered around a wood-burning fireplace, seamlessly flowing into the kitchen and dining areas. The primary bedroom suite and a private guest suite are also conveniently located on the main level, along with the laundry room, and powder room. Expansive glass doors open to an oversized covered, screened porch where you can relax and enjoy the peaceful wooded setting and views of the first hole. The lower level is equally impressive, offering a generous second living room and recreation area, two additional guest bedroom suites, a spacious bonus bunk room, and access to a second large covered, screened porch-providing ample space for family and guests to gather or spread out in comfort. A private circular driveway, attached two-car garage, and desirable golf course setting complete this exceptional mountain retreat. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence or a vacation getaway, this home offers the ideal combination of privacy, functionality, and easy access to the outstanding amenities of Mountaintop Golf & Lake Club, including the Tom Fazio golf course, the Lake Club at Lake Glenville, Activity Center, tennis/pickleball courts, spa, pool/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 - Frank Allen,Cashiers

MLS Number 1003111

• Residential
• Bedrooms 4
• Bathroom 6
• Acreage 5.07

Beautiful custom home located behind the gates of Pinchot! Ownership of this home allows for the opportunity to apply for a membership into the adjacent Mountaintop Golf and Lake Club. Sitting on a private 5.07+/- acre pasture lot, this home offers breathtaking long-range mountain views. The main level of the home features an expansive Great Room with cathedral ceilings, a large window wall, and stacked-stone wood burning fireplace. Also on the main level, you'll find a cozy den with its own fireplace and private balcony, a gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances and brand-new countertops, a large dining area with ample seating for 10+, a private office with built-in bookshelves, a beautiful covered porch overlooking the mountains and the pasture below, and the primary bedroom suite which includes a 3rd stacked-stone fireplace, two large walk-in closets, and an oversized bath complete with soaking tub, shower, and separate his/hers vanities! The upper level of the home features three guest bedroom suites, one of which offers a 4th fireplace and private balcony. The lower level of the home features a second oversized living area with a 5th fireplace, a large open-air deck, a home theater, full bath, and two additional bonus rooms which could be used for a variety of purposes including a fitness room, rec room, bunk room, or extra sleeping area! On the exterior, you'll find an attached 3-car garage, beautiful landscaping, a freshly painted exterior, and a BRAND NEW ROOF coming soon! The prestigious community of Pinchot is located less than 3 miles from the center of Cashiers and offers larger acreage homesites with pasture lands (maintained by the POA) and expansive long-range views. And, of course, membership into Mountaintop 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 - Frank Allen,Cashiers

MLS Number 1002536

• Residential
• Bedrooms 6
• Bathroom 6
• Acreage 3.85

This rare property affords the ultimate in Highlands living - breathtaking views, exceptional living spaces, privacy, close proximity to downtown, and superior style. Located inside the gates of the prestigious Ravenel Ridge community and only minutes from quaint Main Street of Highlands, this distinctive European-style home is in a class of its own. With its gated entrance leading through an inviting porte-cochere, you arrive in the courtyard. Through the windows, you see the incredible view of Whiteside Mountain. The inviting foyer leads to the living room, dining area, expertly outfitted kitchen with the sunroom around the corner and the luxurious primary bedroom on the opposite wing of the home. With the guest suites all upstairs which can be reached with the elevator, you have a picture-perfect home for entertaining. The large decks and terraces span the length and side of the home. This is an incredible home and setting to enjoy Highlands at its finest. The quaint town of Highlands, NC is both rustic and refined - a hidden jewel just 2 hours north of Atlanta surrounded by the Nantahala National Forest and situated atop a plateau at an elevation of 4118 feet. Experience mother nature's four seasons, experience scenic drives and hiking trails; stroll beneath Dry Falls, drive under Bridal Veil Falls or view Whitewater Falls - the tallest east of the Rockies at 411 feet. Visit Highlands for the ultimate mountain experience and see why Southern Living chose Highlands a top 5 Small Town Getaway.

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

MLS Number 1003738

• Residential
• Bedrooms 5
• Bathroom 6
• Acreage 2.07

Discover refined mountain living in this beautifully crafted 5BR/5.5BA retreat located in High Hampton, perfectly situated on 2.01 private acres in Cashiers, NC. Boasting striking curb appeal, the home features a distinctive board-and-batten and poplar bark exterior, a two-car carport, and private biking trails connecting directly to neighborhood common areas. Inside, the great room impresses with vaulted, beamed ceilings, wooden shiplap walls, designer lighting, and an open layout flowing into the dining area and chef's kitchen-complete with a generous island, stainless steel appliances, and a 48" Wolf range. Relax in the cozy keeping room with its own fireplace, or step onto the covered, screened porch anchored by a stone wood-burning fireplace, offering year-round outdoor living. Take in peaceful views of the masterfully designed landscape by renowned garden designer Mary Palmer Dargan, or grill on the additional side porch. Right off the back porch are views of Rock Mountain. The home also features a full-house water purification system. Two main-level bedroom suites offer private baths and ultimate flexibility, including a primary suite with access to a private balcony. Upstairs, a spacious landing living area leads to three additional ensuite bedrooms, including a custom bunk room. The yard offers an abundancy of privacy and the circle driveway offers ample parking for guest. A seamless blend of mountain character, exceptional craftsmanship, and absolute comfort! This mountain retreat has been freshly repainted and a new Brava cedar shake composition roof was just installed along with custom fitted copper gutters, This home is available for the opportunity to apply for membership to the Club at High Hampton.

Listed by Grace Battle of Cashiers Sotheby's International Realty

MLS Number 1001976

• Residential
• Bedrooms 4
• Bathroom 5
• Acreage 6.27

Perched high above Cashiers at over 4,500 feet, this extraordinary estate offers a rare chance to embrace the very best of mountain living. Commanding over six private acres within the gated community of Big Sheepcliff, the property showcases sweeping vistas that stretch across Cashiers and into South Carolina and Georgia, all just minutes from town. Meticulously remodelled from top to bottom, the residence blends timeless elegance with modern luxury. Antique timber accents infuse warmth and authenticity throughout, while majestic masonry fireplaces anchor the expansive great room, family room, and formal dining room. The chef's kitchen, with its generous scale and top-of-the-line appliances, is ideal for both everyday living and elegant entertaining. The main-level primary suite is a serene retreat, featuring a double-sided fireplace that warms both the bedroom and the lavish bath, along with a private porch to enjoy the views. A generously sized guest en-suite on this level also boasts sweeping mountain views. Two separate upstairs wings of the home offer private guest or family accommodations featuring private sitting rooms, large bedrooms and en-suite bathrooms. Beyond the home, there is ample land to build a guest house and complete a true family compound. For the outdoor lover, stone patios, terraced stone gardens, a spacious Carolina porch centered on a fireplace, a grilling terrace, and a stone firepit sitting area all invite you to savor cool mountain breezes and unforgettable long-range views. Every detail reflects refined mountain living-private, timeless, and filled with natural beauty.

Listed by Liz Harris of Cashiers Sotheby's International Realty

MLS Number 1003107

• Residential
• Bedrooms 4
• Bathroom 5
• Acreage 3.02

Enjoy sweeping mountain vistas from this immaculate, custom luxury home on Ravenel Ridge! Views of Whiteside, Fodderstack, and Chimneytop mountains greet you at every turn. Gracious entertaining begins in the living room, where floor-to-ceiling windows let in abundant natural light, and a stone fireplace creates an intimate ambiance. The well-designed kitchen boasts Thermador appliances, two disposals, a dedicated hot water heater, and a huge island, where everyone will want to gather. Adjacent to the kitchen is a covered Trex porch perfect for grilling or lounging out of the weather. The main level owner's suite provides a tranquil retreat. It features a stone fireplace, ensuite bath, dressing areas, and automatic shades that cover a wall of windows. The upper level hosts a family/game room, an office, and large beautifully appointed guest quarters. One large guest suite has two bed rooms, along with large closets and bath. Enjoy Huge views from the other gorgeous guest room with ensuite bath. The terrace level of the home has very high ceilings, making it suitable for a golf practice space, theater, or hobby room. There is a half bath on this level, plus walk-in wood shop and storage space. Enjoy as is, or make a large wine cellar. A climate conditioned two-car garage with ample storage above adds to the convenience of this splendid home. Ravenel is an established, upscale gated community with lots of green space and park like venues. Make this home your own and discover the everyday pleasure that comes from living in this stunning mountain community.

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

MLS Number 1002591

• Residential
• Bedrooms 3
• Bathroom 6
• Acreage 1.66

Not often do you find the amenities that this new construction, Sagee Mountain home provides. With a convenient location approximately one mile from the bustling and picturesque Highlands village, the home additionally provides the ideal true mountain feel your area home deserves. Look over the back yard to a stunning 50-mile vista of the layered hills below, which includes Satulah, Fodderstack and a range of expansive mountains. A lovely natural creek and waterfall ranges over the property boundary line with its sounds and visibility available from most areas of the house. There is a lovely, terraced backyard and outbuilding rustic cabin with a new roof which lend themselves to gardening and further personal improvements. The house is new with a semi-open floor plan with everything you need on the main level. There is a wonderful stone fireplace that graces the Great Room and a wall of windows to soak in the expansive view. Walk onto a covered Carolina room (you will live out there all summer) that has another wonderful stone fireplace. The screened area connects to the large deck and Great Room. The Primary Suite is on the main level, with a bath fit for royalty. This bath includes his and her water closets, his and her sink areas, heated floor, sculpted tub and a steam shower. The main level additionally contains two powder rooms making guest entertaining and visitor comfort very convenient. The guest lower level, accessed by a wide and beautiful easy use staircase, has two separate bedrooms, each with its own en-suite bath. Then, there is an additional den area that has its own separate bathroom and can serve as an additional third bedroom on the guest lower level. No Jack and Jill here. A two-car spacious garage is only steps from the kitchen door, by way of a covered walkway. Appliances include three beverage/wine refrigerators, one Sub Zero Refrigerator/Freezer (kitchen) one Liebherr Refrigerator/Freezer (Butler's Pantry). The garage has unfinished extensive upper-level space that may serve as an additional guest area or an art studio. This is one of the nicest, best located, Mountain View, creek and waterfall homes on the market. The location of the home is within the city, which provides all city services, including water and twice a week trash pick-up. And this home Includes the modern convenience of a dedicated fiber optic line run to the house for internet service.

Listed by W. Terry Potts of Country Club Properties