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119 Dolly Cowart Ln, Otto
$435,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26048615 MLS
Welcome to your own little slice of country charm in beautiful Otto, NC! Nestled on .60 acres, this inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers a wonderful blend of comfort, character, and outdoor living, with plenty of room to garden, entertain, create, and simply enjoy the peaceful surroundings. A new roof installed in 2026 adds valuable peace of mind for the next homeowner. Step inside to find beautiful hardwood floors, crown molding, a convenient coat closet, and a warm and welcoming living space centered around a ventless gas log fireplace. The kitchen features granite countertops, ample cabinetry, and a large pantry that provides plenty of storage for all your cooking and entertaining needs. Each of the three spacious bedrooms offers a large walk-in closet, while the primary bedroom adds a special touch with cedar racks in the closet. But it may be the outdoor living spaces that truly make this home shine. Imagine slow mornings with a cup of coffee or evenings gathered with friends on the enormous 9 x 34 screened-in porch, complete with tile flooring and plenty of space for comfortable seating and dining. From there, step onto the large 19 x 42 wood deck and take in the beauty of the property. The land offers a wonderful mix of usable space and natural beauty, with a level front yard that gently transitions to rolling terrain in the backyard. A peaceful stream meanders through the property, adding to the tranquil setting. For the gardener or fruit lover, the backyard is already home to blueberry bushes, raspberries, an apple tree, pecan tree, and grapevines an established little bounty just waiting to be enjoyed. There is no shortage of space for hobbies, projects, vehicles, and toys here! A detached 2-car garage provides excellent storage, while the oversized 20 x 16 workshop has its own electrical panel and a window unit for heating and cooling, making it a versatile space for woodworking, crafts, hobbies, or a home workshop. There is also a small storage shed, a carport, and a convenient 30-amp RV hookup. Adding a touch of history and nostalgia, the old fireplace chimney standing in the front yard remains as a charming reminder of days gone by and the stories this property has seen over the years. The electric water heater has been recently serviced. With its combination of spacious living areas, beautiful hardwood floors, abundant storage, multiple outbuildings, established fruit trees and plants, a flowing stream, new 2026 roof, and wonderful outdoor living spaces, this Otto property offers a rare opportunity to enjoy a slower pace of life while still having all the space you need for the things you love. Come relax, breathe in the fresh mountain air, and discover all the charm this special property has to offer! The home shares an additional driveway to the right of the home with the neighbor.

119 Dolly Cowart Ln, Otto

1341 Mason Br, Franklin
$320,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26048405 MLS
There's something special about a home that invites you to slow down the moment you arrive. Misty View Cottage is one of those places. Tucked into a peaceful, private mountain setting, this lovingly maintained 3-bed, 2-bath cottage combines the character of days gone by with thoughtful updates for comfortable living today. Imagine opening the windows to mountain air, hearing the nearby stream, and spending long mornings on the covered wraparound porch with nowhere you need to be. Established perennials return year after year, while a generous garden spot is ready for tomatoes, beans, flowers—or whatever you've been dreaming of growing. Inside, the home's history hasn't been erased. Original narrow-plank hardwood floors, wood doors, and an old-fashioned wood-burning cook stove give the cottage a character that simply can't be recreated. The spacious living room features a large picture window and fireplace with wood-burning insert—the kind of room made for a crackling fire on a cool mountain evening. With two living areas, there's plenty of room to spread out. The primary suite offers a large walk-in closet and spacious private bath. The home has been beautifully maintained and improved over the years, with updates including windows, vinyl siding, plumbing, electrical, covered wraparound porches, and the primary bedroom and bath addition. A newer central heating and air system features dual-fuel heat with both propane and electric, providing modern year-round comfort while preserving the cottage's vintage appeal. Outside, a 1940s-era shed with its own root cellar is a wonderful reminder of the property's past. A large two-section storage building and additional open-ended shed provide plenty of space for tools, gardening equipment and mountain-living necessities. Misty View Cottage isn't trying to be brand new—and that's exactly its charm. It's a well-cared-for mountain home where porches are meant to be used, gardens are meant to be planted, and the sound of the stream may just become your favorite part of the day. UNRESTRICTED PROPERTY

1341 Mason Br, Franklin

2694 Lakey Creek Rd, Franklin
$1,550,000
3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 26048387 MLS
Remarkable multi-dwelling homestead w/multiple outbuildings on 60 pristine acres with LONG RANGE MOUNTAIN views from the "Balcony of Heaven (see the VIDEO!) And backed up to USFS lands! Privacy Abounds! NO Expense was spared to make this beautiful Home & Cabin safe, secure & private with seemingly endless amenities. The Main Home 3br/3.5 bath is built very strong, energy efficient, and easy to maintain. A new roof was recently installed in 8/2024. The double car garage entrance has a single extra wide 17' heavily insulated door with remote opener. Floor trusses were used to eliminate the need for metal support posts in the basement/garage. The porch above the garage/basement entrance uses a full length steel "I" beam. This eliminated the need for vertical support posts which would obstruct the garage entrance. The exterior walls are of 2x6 construction and are fully insulated. The garage has 18 electrical outlets including a special freezer outlet, without a ground fault circuit, to prevent inadvertent power loss to the freezer. Pre-emptive RADON SYSTEM installed under the full basement floor, PVC piping to capture any possible radon gas and vent it directly outside. A small suction fan pulls a slight vacuum under the slab to capture and remove any radon gas occurrence! The house has a specifically ordered Square D brand 200 amp electrical box with added lightning protection. There are DUAL ZONE separate up and downstairs heat and AC units. Both have plenty of capacity to provide comfort regardless of outside temperatures. Propane is supplied by an owned 1000 gallon underground propane tank (up to a 2 year supply) The spring above the main house has a 1200 gallon tank and supplies gravity feed water of approximately 70psi. Valves allow for water to be used from one or both of the springs. Water is filtered and runs through a ultra-violet purification system. No chlorine, no chemical taste just pure mountain spring water. As part of the water system there are seven water hydrants (freeze resistant faucets) conveniently located about the property. A comprehensive, hard wired security system is installed, it's extremely reliable and monitored by a central security station. The area now also has an Ubiquiti 24/7 video surveillance system with AI. Starlink provides, internet, television and telephone communication. On the property is a three sided metal building with water and power that houses a travel trailer. There is an additional two bedroom one bath CABIN/COTTAGE that has been well maintained and has a new central heat and air conditioning system. It has satellite internet, TV and WIFI telephone. And an auxiliary gas wall heater with an owned 500 gallon propane tank ensures you are TEMPERATELY GOOD in any weather event. AMAZING LONG RANGE MTN VIEWS! The second spring near the cabin has a spring tank and pump. This spring is operational but not used because the gravity spring above the main house supplies an abundance of water. The cabin spring water is filtered, and purity is assured by the installation of a ultra-violet purification system. No chemical taste just pure mountain water. Beyond the cabin/cottage is a lane that leads up to an enclosed storage building with a garage door and two additional covered bays for vehicles, implements etc. Between the main home & cabin is a large POWERED outbuilding garage/workshop. It is built out of concrete block. The exterior is covered with foam insulating board and vinyl siding. It is a secure building with insulated attic storage, electricity, alarm system, commercial steel doors and an insulated double car overhead garage door. It also contains an office. Assuredly, this is one of the best "Thought Out" and planned property in all of Macon County! It has everything for the discerning buyer!

2694 Lakey Creek Rd, Franklin

400 Little Hogback Mtn, Highlands
$205,000
1 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26048342 MLS
Tucked away in the mountains between Franklin and Highlands, this charming cabin is ready for someone with a little vision to bring it back to life. The home offers 1 bedroom, 1.5 baths, and a bonus room currently being used as an additional sleeping space. Surrounded by the quiet of the mountains, a sweet little stream, and the potential for a beautiful mountain view with just a little tree trimming, this is the kind of place where the setting does a lot of the talking. Inside, you'll find warm wood floors and a beautiful stone fireplace that gives the home that classic mountain cabin feel. A metal roof is already in place, leaving the next owner the opportunity to focus on making the space their own. Outside, there is plenty of porch space to slow down, listen to the stream, and enjoy the fresh mountain air. The lower level offers even more potential, with a one-car garage and additional unfinished space that could remain a workshop or be finished to create more usable space. A double carport provides additional covered parking. Private and nicely situated between downtown Franklin and Highlands, the location offers the best of both worlds—peace and seclusion while still being within reach of restaurants, shopping, and everything both mountain towns have to offer. With a little love, vision, and some thoughtful updates, this charming mountain cabin could truly be brought back to life. Whether you're looking for a weekend escape, a mountain retreat, or a place to make your own, the setting, location, and potential make this one worth seeing.

400 Little Hogback Mtn, Highlands

416 Meadowview Trl, Franklin
$649,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 26047898 MLS
Picture your mornings here: sipping coffee on the timber-frame screened porch, listening to the bold, rushing creek below, and enjoying complete privacy all around. Set on over two acres in a quiet, gated mountain community, this custom three-bedroom, three-bath home is truly unique?offering ownership on both sides of the creek, a level yard, mature blueberry bushes, and the rare seclusion of an adjoining lot. The sellers have invested more than $80,000 in thoughtful improvements and the purchase of the neighboring lot, creating an even more private mountain retreat. Updates include new flooring throughout and beautifully crafted timber-frame screened porches that extend your living space outdoors, making the most of the peaceful natural setting. Built in 2012 with low-maintenance Hardi Plank siding, the home blends mountain character with comfortable, everyday living. Inside, soaring wood-planked cathedral ceilings draw your eye upward, while a slate-tiled fireplace anchors the main living area. The kitchen features granite countertops, rich cherry cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and artisan tile details. Main-level living is easy with a spacious primary suite and laundry on the first floor. Upstairs, a second primary suite with its own ensuite bath offers privacy for family or guests, while a large bonus room provides flexible space for a home office, media room, game room, or additional sleeping area. The lower level adds even more functionality with a garage and dedicated work area, plus an extra parking area?perfect for additional vehicles, hobbies, storage, or mountain gear. Community amenities are an added bonus: enjoy the pool, sauna, fitness equipment, and a spacious billiards room. Some places you visit. This is the kind of place you'll want to call home. Check it out for yourself : https://youtu.be/Z-U4GP7iSOw?si=SBlM84EnUXdznfDY

416 Meadowview Trl, Franklin

25 W River Run Dr, Franklin
$694,500
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26047565 MLS
BRAND-NEW CREEKFRONT HOME ON NEARLY 2 ACRES! Imagine sipping your morning coffee on the covered porch, spending a lazy afternoon beside the creek, and ending your day gathered around a beautiful stone fireplace. Welcome to 25 W River Run, where luxury, comfort, and the natural beauty of Western North Carolina come together! Nestled on 1.99 acres in Franklin's desirable River Run community, this stunning newly completed custom home offers approximately 150 feet of frontage along beautiful Cartoogechaye Creek—with direct access to the water from your own backyard! Love a little adventure? Put your tube in at nearby Parker Meadows Recreational Complex and float your way home! Step inside this gorgeous 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offering over 2,000 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space. Soaring vaulted ceilings and a dramatic floor-to-ceiling stacked stone wood-burning fireplace with blower create a warm and inviting atmosphere. The open-concept floor plan flows beautifully into a chef-inspired kitchen featuring quartz countertops, stone backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and a spacious island with seating—perfect for entertaining or enjoying a quiet evening at home. The desirable split-bedroom layout offers privacy for family and guests, while the oversized two-car garage provides plenty of room for vehicles and outdoor gear. Enjoy relaxing on the spacious covered front porch or rear deck, surrounded by the sights and sounds of nature. Whether you're searching for a full-time residence, a luxurious mountain getaway, or a peaceful place to enjoy retirement, this property offers the best of mountain living without the wait of building. Conveniently located near Parker Meadows and just a short drive to downtown Franklin's shopping, restaurants, and amenities. NEW CONSTRUCTION. PRIVATE CREEK ACCESS. NEARLY 2 ACRES. This isn't just another beautiful home—it's a lifestyle waiting to be enjoyed. Schedule your private showing and discover what makes this creekfront retreat so special!

25 W River Run Dr, Franklin

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