Houses for Sale in North Carolina

MLS Number 1002403

• Residential
• Bedrooms 4
• Bathroom 7
• Acreage 0.76

This highly desirable home is loaded with Highlands Charm and has great curb appeal. The main house has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, there is a free-standing guest quarters with one bedroom, one bath. The dwellings are completely renovated and ready to move in. Updated with the old Highlands Charm of real stone fireplaces, wood floors and wood walls. The kitchen was professionally designed, and it has a wonderful exterior Carolina room with a fireplace. Lower level has additional storage and utility/Mechanical space. This one has rental income and is grandfathered for rental with the city, has ample parking and a usable yard.

Listed by W. Terry Potts of Country Club Properties, John Muir of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty - HF

MLS Number 1002404

• Residential
• Bedrooms 4
• Bathroom 6
• Acreage 0.76

Nestled on the slopes of Big Bear Pen Mountain and just a stone's throw from the bustling heart of downtown Highlands, NC, lies a gem of a property that's recently undergone a complete makeover. Introducing 656 Big Bear Pen Road: a stunningly renovated and professionally decorated haven (courtesy of Spruce Interiors) that promises comfort, style, and unparalleled mountain living. This exquisite property boasts a spacious four bedroom, five bath main home along with a charming one bedroom guest cottage, making it perfect for entertaining guests or indulging in some quiet time. The main residence is a marvel of modern design and rustic charm, featuring a grand great room with a large stone fireplace that invites cozy evenings and warm conversations. The heart of the home is undoubtedly the chef's kitchen, complete with a large island for gathering. The main level also houses the owner's suite, a guest bathroom, a cozy study/den for quieter moments, and a dining room for memorable meals. But the allure doesn't stop there. Step outside to the large covered porch with its own stone fireplace, or enjoy the tranquility from the deck off the back of the house. Upstairs, guests can enjoy their own private retreats in three beautifully appointed bedrooms, each with its own bathroom. The separate guest house offers additional space and independence; it has a living room with a kitchenette, bedroom, and a full bathroom. This property has not only been a beloved home but also a successful vacation rental, grandfathered by the town of Highlands, adding to its appeal as a wise investment or a personal escape. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of paradise at 656 Big Bear Pen Road.

Listed by John Muir of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty - HF, W. Terry Potts of Country Club Properties

MLS Number 1002568

• Residential
• Bedrooms 3
• Bathroom 4
• Acreage 0.3

Welcome to in-town-living at "Stone Cottage". Located in Holt Knob walkable to boutiques, restaurants, and food shops. Featured in one of Atlanta's premier design magazines. Perfectly designed for the person who loves to entertain 50 guests-or for the one who treasures quiet moments in a private mountain sanctuary. Located just 2 minutes from Main St. in Highlands and not in an HOA, this property offers both convenience & independence. Lovingly cared for by the same family for 10 years. Completely renovated in 2013 -the pride of ownership is evident in every thoughtful detail. Everything You Imagine - And More: From the vaulted, beamed ceilings in the living room to the dramatic floor-to-ceiling rock fireplaces, the main living space is both grand and inviting. The kitchen and baths are sleek and modern with Carrara marble, all beautifully appointed with Waterworks plumbing fixtures, faucets, and accessories, delivering timeless luxury and elevated design. Some bathrooms have heated floors. 2 Primary Suites.The first primary suite is privately situated in its own wing on the main level, offering direct access to the back porch with premium double-paned windows, HVAC and a stunning stone-clad wood-burning fireplace. Your personal retreat for cool mountain evenings.The 2nd Primary suite is located on the upper-level. With full bath and kitchenette-ideal for extended guest stays. Designed for Living & Entertaining:Formal dining room with it's own fireplace, for elegant dinner parties, or quiet dinners at home. Cozy library/den with its own fireplace-perfect for football Saturdays or quiet afternoons.Sleeping Loft + Built-in bunk room (3rd bedroom) with its own bath-is a magical space for kids to play & laugh. Off the bunk room is a loft that can double as an office, gym or an additional sleeping area.The oversized 2-car garage easily accommodates vehicles, outdoor gear, and storage needs. Outside, the beautifully landscaped yard is maintained to perfection, creating a setting as stunning as the home itself.Real cedar shake roof -inspected and maintained semiannually. Subzero refrigerator, Dacor gas range, Fisher-Pakel 2 drawer dishwasher, ice maker, full sized washer & dryer. Tankless water heater, newer septic tank, generator and 1,000 gal propane tank. Heated bathroom floors - all on Holt Knob off main Street. This house is everything you think it is: beautiful, impeccably maintained, and ready for its next chapter.

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

MLS Number 1000688

• Residential
• Bedrooms 4
• Bathroom 5
• Acreage 1.04

Overlooking the scenic 4th hole, this stunning 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath retreat is perfect for entertaining. The heart of the home is the expansive living room featuring a massive native stone fireplace and reclaimed timber trusses. The kitchen boasts stainless appliances, granite countertops, and ample storage space. The main level flows to the screened porch with a second fireplace, offering year-round enjoyment. Beautiful wide plank oak floors and custom mushroom board ceilings add rustic charm throughout, while wainscoting and thoughtful detailing elevate spaces throughout the home. The illuminated stairway leads to the upper-level bedrooms, a bonus room, and exercise room. The cobblestone paver driveway leads to the home's entrance with abundant parking, a 2-car carport, and natural boulder landscape. Set in a serene, golf-side setting, this home is the perfect backdrop for unforgettable gatherings and everyday relaxation. In today's increasingly expensive building environment, turnkey living offers a smarter, more effortless path-no delays, no surprises, just immediate access to the lifestyle you've been seeking. Membership to Lake Toxaway Country Club is based on application and availability.

Listed by Ross Hyett of Lake Toxaway Company

MLS Number 1002033

• Residential
• Bedrooms 4
• Bathroom 4
• Acreage 0.06

In-town living within strolling distance to the boutiques, fine dining, and cultural charm of Highlands, North Carolina, is among the most sought-after lifestyles on the Plateau. Equally as desirable as a long-range mountain vista or lakefront retreat, this rare offering combines walkability, gated privacy, and refined mountain elegance in the prestigious Satulah Village, developed by the acclaimed Old Edwards Inn and Spa. From the moment you arrive, the home's timeless architecture-accented with stone and bark-radiates mountain sophistication. The welcoming foyer opens into a beautifully appointed living room anchored by a stately fireplace, flowing seamlessly into the chef's kitchen and dining area designed for effortless entertaining. A second great room provides an additional gathering space for quiet evenings or lively weekends with family and friends. Step outside and experience an enchanting private sanctuary. The lush backyard, enhanced by a tranquil waterfall, creates an inviting outdoor living area perfect for al fresco dining or afternoon relaxation amid the cool Highlands breeze. The upper level offers two elegantly furnished guest suites and a spacious bonus room ideal for a media lounge, fitness studio, or additional guest quarters. Offered fully furnished and move-in ready, this is a rare opportunity to own a property that embodies the best of Town and Leisure's Top Small Mountain Town. Enjoy an effortless blend of sophistication and small-town charm-where the cultural richness of Highlands meets the relaxed spirit of Mayberry RFD, all elevated to a luxury mountain lifestyle.

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

MLS Number 1003722

• Residential
• Bedrooms 3
• Bathroom 4
• Acreage 0.46

Welcome to Longcliff, a stunning mountain village on the Highlands Cashiers Plateau. This walkable community boasts breathtaking views, event lawns, wellness amenities, a 44-acre nature preserve, and a market with a cafe, all inviting you to create your modern mountain legacy. Longcliff features a unique mix of refined luxury homes, including house-and-lot packages on pre-paired homesites with architecturally optimized mountain design plans. Options also include Gorges View Townhomes and Camp Longcliff Townhomes. This Ravenrock 3B design is a proposed build, offering buyers the unique opportunity to personalize select finishes and design elements to reflect their individual style and preferences. Offering long-range views, an open floor plan, top end appliances and lighting, hardwood floors, tile, covered front porch, large folding doors open to deck with stone fireplace. Stop by our Discovery Center to learn more. Current pricing represents our founders' special and based on Ravenrock floorplan, ask about the details. AI GENERATED MODEL IMAGES ARE FOR REPRESENTATION ONLY. DETAILS, FINISHES, AND LANDSCAPES WILL BE DIFFERENT THAN SHOWN. SEE PLANS AND ELEVATIONS FOR CONSTRUCTION INFORMATION.

Listed by Lori Philips of Premier Sotheby's International Realty

MLS Number 1002909

• Residential
• Bedrooms 4
• Bathroom 5
• Acreage 1.44

Some homes borrow their setting; this one was built into it. On 1.44 private acres in Burlingame, a stone-and-wood residence stands directly above the Horsepasture River, close enough that moving water carries through the gardens in every season. At the front of the property, a custom waterfall drops nearly sixty feet through a planted grade into a stone pond, a piece of the landscape arranged as deliberately as any room indoors. A fire pit, a gazebo, and terraced gardens follow the contours of the land, and a whole-home generator stands behind it all. The house comes furnished. Indoors, the scale answers the land. A twenty-five-foot cathedral ceiling rises over the living room's stone fireplace, cherry cabinetry, and a built-in wet bar. Brazilian Rosewood runs underfoot through a formal dining room, where tall windows hold the garden and waterfall, and into a kitchen fitted with cherry cabinets, two dishwashers, and instant hot water. A breakfast room looks over the rear gardens and the river. The main-level primary suite keeps its own fireplace, two walk-in closets, double vanities, a glassed shower, and a soaking tub; a sun room and a private library sit nearby on the same floor. The lower level opens to three more bedrooms, each with a private bath, alongside a second living room, an exercise room, a workshop, and a generous arts-and-crafts room. Decks on both levels step down with the gardens toward the water, where the river runs clear over stone. Two three-car garages and a golf cart bay handle the practical side. Burlingame Country Club sits a short drive away, with golf, croquet, tennis, and pickleball on its grounds, and membership remains optional. The Cashiers crossroads is about twelve minutes out by Highway 64. A Landmark broker can arrange a closer look.

Listed by David Jones of Landmark Realty Group - Frank Allen,Cashiers

MLS Number 1003600

• Residential
• Bedrooms 5
• Bathroom 5
• Acreage 0.97

A rare 2-home Highlands retreat just 4 minutes from Main Street, this exceptional offering was originally built by renowned local craftsman Ralph Thomas and thoughtfully updated for modern mountain living. Privately set among the trees near the Mirror Lake area, the property spans approximately one acre across two lots and offers an uncommon blend of craftsmanship, flexibility, privacy, recreational access, and income-producing potential. Together, the residences provide approximately 4,500 square feet of interior living space, five bedrooms, five full baths, multiple flexible guest rooms and office spaces, two laundry/utility areas, four full-size refrigerators, and abundant indoor-outdoor living space. More than 2,000 square feet of decking includes a 400-square-foot cathedral-style screened porch, permanent seating areas, two fire pits, an outdoor stove, and peaceful spaces for gathering, dining, or relaxing beneath the tree canopy. The setting is both private and convenient, with winter mountain views, summer forest-canopy vistas, and more than 130 trees planted along the perimeter in 2020 to enhance the secluded feel. A private paved driveway provides access within a quiet enclave adjoining Mirror Lake, while nearby gravel roads, waterfalls, streams, hiking trails, Skyline Lodge, and downtown Highlands place the best of the Plateau close at hand. The primary residence underwent a comprehensive renovation in 2020 while preserving its original Adirondack camp character. Original wormy chestnut cabinetry and wood flooring remain, complemented by Bosch and Liebherr appliances, updated baths, a screened outdoor living area with electric screens, a metal roof, and replacement windows and doors throughout. Additional features include two wood-burning fireplaces, a gas river-rock fireplace, two garages with space for three vehicles, workshop areas, guest parking, high-speed internet service with fiber-optic availability, and a generator serving both homes. The second residence has been upgraded to strengthen rental appeal and has generated up to $60,000 annually in long & short-term rental income. Located outside the Town of Highlands limits, the property benefits from the absence of municipal rental restrictions, offering flexibility for personal use, guest accommodations, or investment income. With two distinct homes, refined updates, original craftsmanship, outdoor living, and proven rental performance, this is a truly distinctive Highlands property.

Listed by Douglas Treadwell of Mountain Life Real Estate,LLC

MLS Number 1002510

• Land
• Acreage 45

45 +/- acres with 1,000ft highway frontage in Otto, NC. Beautiful mountain views, joins the Little Tennessee River, numerous build sites, pasture, 3 wells on property, several septic systems and underground power established. 2 paved access roads from Highway 441. Previously set up for 40-60 cabin/RV sites. The perfect opportunity for a large homestead with private acreage for outdoor enthusiasts plus tremendous commercial potential to start or grow an onsite business.

Listed by Marsha Ramey of Poss Realty Group - Clayton