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328 Wilds Cv, Franklin
$245,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26048588 MLS
Welcome to 328 Wilds Cove Road, Franklin, NC, where country charm meets modern comfort! This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home sits on 1.17 unrestricted acres in the peaceful Burningtown community of Franklin, offering the freedom to enjoy mountain living without HOA restrictions. Step inside and you'll fall in love with the warm, inviting country style, highlighted by a brand-new certified wood-burning stove—the perfect place to gather on cool mountain evenings. Thoughtful updates throughout make this home truly move-in ready, while ceiling fans throughout provide year-round comfort. The spacious kitchen comes complete with a brand-new refrigerator and dryer, plus a 2-year-old washer, making everyday living easy. Both bathrooms feature attractive tile, adding style and durability. Outside is where this property truly shines. Relax with your morning coffee on the welcoming front deck or unwind on the covered side porch while listening to birds sing and watching deer and rabbits wander through the neighboring fields. The fenced side yard provides a great space for children or pets, while the established fenced garden is ready for your vegetables and flowers. A natural spring helps keep the garden thriving, and you'll enjoy harvesting fresh fruit from the mature, producing plum and pear trees already established on the property. Whether you're searching for your first home, a peaceful retirement retreat, a mini homestead, or an affordable mountain getaway, this property offers the perfect combination of comfort, privacy, and country living. Conveniently located just minutes from downtown Franklin, you'll enjoy easy access to shopping, restaurants, hiking, waterfalls, fishing, and all the outdoor recreation that makes Western North Carolina so desirable. If you've been searching for an updated home in Franklin, NC, unrestricted property, mountain living, country home with acreage, mini farm potential, homestead property, move-in ready home, or a wood-burning stove with established gardens and fruit trees, this charming home checks all the boxes. Come experience the peaceful mountain lifestyle you've been dreaming of at 328 Wilds Cove Road!

328 Wilds Cv, Franklin

303 Highlands Mountain Clb Unit 303, Highlands
$475,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 1003868 MLS ⋅ Highlands Mtn Club BLDG.
Welcome to Highlands Mountain Club, one of Highlands' most desirable communities! This charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath condominium offers an exceptional opportunity to enjoy mountain living just minutes from downtown Highlands. Residents enjoy outstanding amenities, including a recently renovated clubhouse, tennis court, and swimming pool, along with a warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Seasonal gatherings and social events at the clubhouse make it easy to connect with neighbors and enjoy the Highlands lifestyle. This well-maintained upper-level unit features an ideal split-bedroom floor plan, providing privacy for both owners and guests. The spacious primary suite includes a large walk-in closet and access to a covered porch through sliding glass doors. The guest bedroom is situated on the opposite side of the living area and also opens to the expansive deck. Carpeted floors run throughout the home, creating a warm and inviting feel. Central heating and air conditioning have been added for year-round comfort, although the cool mountain breezes are often all you'll need during the summer months. Additional storage beneath the stairs provides valuable extra space and is even utilized by some owners as a home office. Conveniently located just a short drive from downtown Highlands, you'll enjoy easy access to boutique shopping, fine dining, entertainment, the public library, the renowned museum, and the area's vibrant arts center. Don't miss this opportunity to own an affordable mountain retreat in a sought-after community with exceptional amenities and a true sense of neighborhood.

303 Highlands Mountain Clb Unit 303, Highlands

30 Chestnut Walk, Highlands
$357,000
1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 1003748 MLS
Tucked away on a quiet street just moments from downtown Highlands, this charming 1-bedroom, 1-bath cabin offers an ideal blend of comfort, convenience, and character. A rare opportunity to own a true *in-town* retreat, you'll enjoy the ease of walking to local shops, acclaimed restaurants, the Highlands Performing Arts Center, parks, and nearby hiking trails—no car needed. Thoughtfully updated by the current owner, the home has seen meaningful improvements including professional repairs to prior water intrusion, a fresh coat of paint on both the exterior and roof, and a beautifully enhanced outdoor living space. The fenced-in patio and stone fireplace create the perfect nook for relaxing evenings, entertaining guests, or providing a secure space for your pup. Inside, you’ll find warm wood finishes and D-log siding that deliver an authentic mountain-cabin feel. The layout is efficient and welcoming, with all the essentials for low-maintenance living or a peaceful weekend escape. Just across the lane is the community’s shared chimney garden, adding charm and green space just steps from your door. Ownership includes the home and a 1/29th share in the Chestnut Cottages LLC, which holds title to the land—an uncommon arrangement that offers simplicity and shared stewardship. Affordable, adorable, and incredibly well-located, this special cottage doesn’t come along often. Schedule your showing before it’s gone! [One-time transfer fee- $1,500] *Hotwire Fiber is available within the community*

30 Chestnut Walk, Highlands

55 Dolly Ln, Highlands
$1,675,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 1003714 MLS
Presenting an ownership opportunity that checks almost all the boxes! Newly renovated; move-in ready; family friendly; income property potential (no rental restrictions); wooded views from 2 outdoor decks; 2 fireplaces; perfect balance of indoor & outdoor living; 2 garages/workspace/multiple parking spots; storage galore; close to downtown Highlands, yet very private on 1+ acres; walk to Mirror Lake; and affordable. What’s not to like? A multi-level architectural plan provides private living “suites” on two separate floors both with dedicated entries, updated kitchens, primary bedrooms with full baths, and spacious family/living/dining functionality. Designed with an open floor plan, windows everywhere provide plenty of daylight. A lofted den or office area overlooks everything just outside the upper-level primary bedroom suite. Make your way outside and true Highland’s living begins. Be captivated by the timber beams of a large, vaulted deck replete with fireplace and grilling area. This is where you’ll log most of your time. Grab a book, early morning coffee, and you can invite friends for a Saturday night cocktail party under the stars. What makes 55 Dolly Lane so special is it’s “functionality” for so many. You can 100% customize a lifestyle that best suits your needs. If your priority is family…check! Separate In-Law living area…check! Multi Family ownership…check! Rent/Income…check! Quietude, Solitude, but Convenient to Highlands…check! Don’t miss this “must-see” property! Highlands, NC…come for a visit, stay for a lifetime!

55 Dolly Ln, Highlands

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