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400 Trailwood Ln, Scaly Mountain
$2,999,000
3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 1004315 MLS
Welcome to Fern Mist, a private 11+ acre mountain estate where breathtaking views, beautifully cultivated grounds, and thoughtful design come together just minutes from Highlands. With interiors by acclaimed Atlanta designer Stephen Pararo, the residence blends sophistication with the warmth of mountain living. A gated, paved drive winds past an orchard, gardens, and wildflowers before arriving at the home, perfectly positioned to capture expansive 180-degree, long-range mountain views. Inside, vaulted, beamed ceilings, warm wood floors, and three stone fireplaces bring character to the light-filled interiors. The open living and dining areas flow into a chef's kitchen featuring an expansive island, a 48-inch six-burner gas range with double steam ovens, two dishwashers, a Sub-Zero refrigerator, refrigerator drawers, an ice maker, and a built-in coffee station. The main-level primary suite is a true retreat with an eye-level stone fireplace, a walk-in closet, and a luxurious bathroom with a marble steam shower. A dedicated office sits just off the main living and dining area. Downstairs, two ensuite guest bedrooms offer privacy and direct access to the lower covered porch and grounds. Outdoor living is woven into every part of Fern Mist. Expansive wraparound porches, including covered, screened, and open-air spaces, invite you to enjoy the magnificent views. A cascading waterfall and pond lead to a flagstone fire pit with a gas starter. Beautiful rock walls terrace the property, complementing stone pathways, lush landscaping, and landscape moonlighting. Two outbuildings add exceptional versatility. One serves as a private workout studio and "she-shed," while the larger workshop features a wood-burning stove, a lounge area with a television, a workspace, and additional storage. Fiber internet, a 20-kW generator, and zoned dual-fuel heating provide modern conveniences. Fern Mist is more than a mountain home. It is a true Plateau estate, offering remarkable privacy, magnificent views, and an extraordinary Highlands lifestyle.

400 Trailwood Ln, Scaly Mountain

25 Hemlock Rdg, Highlands
$2,999,000
4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 1002454 MLS
MOVE IN READY! This Ideally positioned home in the coveted Riverwalk community and within walking distance of downtown Highlands, this exceptional new construction residence offers refined mountain living with a thoughtful blend of luxury, comfort, and versatility. The main home features four bedrooms and four-and-a-half baths, complemented by a private guest suite located above the garage - perfect for hosting family and friends. At the heart of the home is a chef’s kitchen appointed with a large center island, custom cabinetry, quartzite countertops, and premium Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances, seamlessly flowing into the open-concept main living area. Here, a striking wood-burning fireplace with gas starter anchors the space and can easily be converted to full gas, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere year-round. Hardwood floors extend throughout the home, adding timeless elegance and continuity. Designed for both entertaining and everyday enjoyment, the main living space includes a well-placed wet bar with easy access from the living room and the expansive screened porch. The porch itself is a true extension of the home, featuring a wood-burning fireplace with gas starter, infrared ceiling heaters, and large sliding glass doors that invite the outdoors in, ideal for four-season mountain living. The upper level offers two beautifully appointed guest suites along with a third bedroom or flexible space that can serve as a bunk room, game room, gym, or home office. The additional guest suite above the garage includes a private exterior entrance and a spacious studio-style layout, providing excellent accommodations for guests, extended family, or a private retreat. Additional home features include a mud room/ laundry room, Half bath, full Sonos sound system throughout house, an alarm system and fully encapsulated crawl space. Set in one of Highlands’ most desirable communities, this home combines new construction quality, luxury finishes, and an unbeatable location close to the charm, dining, and shopping of downtown Highlands - an exceptional opportunity for refined mountain living.

25 Hemlock Rdg, Highlands

227 Sherwood Forest Rd, Highlands
$2,500,000
7 Beds ⋅ 9 Baths ⋅ 1000881 MLS
Come fall in love with this beautifully crafted new construction home, designed for luxurious mountain living with timeless style & high-end finishes. Built with precision & quality in every detail, the home features stunning triple-clad European glass doors & windows for peace & quiet, blending durability with elegant design. The main level offers an open, light-filled floor plan with soaring ceilings & a stunning wood-burning fireplace with gas starter. The beautifully tiled gourmet kitchen is equipped with premium Thermador appliances, including a wifi controlled Thermador oven/range, a walk-in pantry with a custom thick cedar sliding door, & seamless flow into the sophisticated dining area. Step outside to a generous northwestern facing covered rear porch with a second wood-burning fireplace, plus an open grilling deck with a built-in gas line for outdoor cooking & relaxing. Soak in the glorious sunsets then meander to the private primary suite, a true serene escape, showcasing a spa-style bath with a show-stopping large framed-glass shower & soaking tub. Two additional guest suites with ensuite baths with heated floors, a spacious laundry room, powder room & a mudroom complete the main floor. Upstairs, you'll find a private & generous guest suite with a full bath with heated floors, a cozy loft perfect for a morning relaxation & a bonus room that would function beautifully as a home office or yoga space. The expansive lower level includes a second living area with a large & beautifully tiled kitchenette, custom wine cellar, game area or dining space, powder room & three guest suites—each with private baths with heated floors. A spacious lower-level deck opens to a gentle & open, pet-friendly yard—perfect for frolicking furry friends or a firepit for stargazing & s’mores. Additional highlights include a 3-car garage with a finished bonus room above—ideal for an office, studio, or gym & an encapsulated crawlspace. The home is offered partially furnished (some exclusions apply) with curated designer pieces from Dutchman’s of Highlands. Smart home features include a whole-home audio system, custom smart TV wiring, & a fully integrated camera system, all easily controlled from your smartphone. Located just minutes from downtown Highlands with a trailhead just up the street for nature exploring, this remarkable residence offers the perfect blend of mountain charm & modern luxury & is ready for you to move-in, relax & enjoy the perfect season on the plateau.

227 Sherwood Forest Rd, Highlands

55 High Point Vw, Scaly Mountain
$1,150,000
3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 104262 MLS
Mountain Views and a Large Kitchen!! This property has endless opportunities for creating a family legacy of weekends and summers with grandchildren and friends. Enjoy gentle horse rides on the gravel and paved roads that intertwine in this natural setting - where you can listen to the sound of the wind in the trees.This 3.56 acre property unfolds over the hillside with long range mountain views all the way to Georgia. The heart of the home has vaulted eastern pine clad ceilings centered by a gas (w/remote starter), Tennessee stacked-stone fireplace that can easily be converted to wood-burning. The main floor has 10' ceilings throughout. The downstairs and garage have 9' ceilings. There are 3 bedroom suites on the main level with an additional bedroom suite and/or gym on the lower level. Hardwood Acacia (Walnut) floors, 8' Mahogany interior and exterior doors on the main level, with cedar and hardie-board exterior finishes. The main bedroom suite has a steam shower and tub. The lower level also includes a second living room/kitchenette area that is plumbed along with a wine storage area. An attached 4 car garage has room for all your gear: bicycles, kayaks, canoes, even a side-by- side. This would also be the perfect space for a car collector/enthusiast.Lots of gardening space. Extras include: a tankless hot water heater, encapsulated crawl space and a 24ftX36ft, 2/3 stall horse barn that has water and electric. Vacation Rentals are allowed. The owner states that the sq footage is 2900sqft +/- on the main level, 960sqft+/- on the lower level, and 1,000sqft+/- in the garage (check with your own source). This home has active outdoor security cameras- No drive-bys

55 High Point Vw, Scaly Mountain

2514 Buck Knob Rd, Scaly Mountain
$1,450,000
3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 104233 MLS
This new construction 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath custom masterpiece is for all who are looking for a safe & peaceful place with stunning views. It is built using only the BEST! Featuring Pella Impervia windows, Bonelli 4 panel aluminum multi-stacking sliding door, Timber tech composite decking, 2x6 framing, Nichiha exterior siding, metal standing seam roof. This home has 2 living rooms, gym/office area all on 5.53+/- acres with long range views from the front AND the back covered porches. The perfect space for 2 people or a house full of family and friends. The main floor, with 2 bedroom suites and 1/2 bath, has extensive long range views from every window in the house. Enjoy sitting at the kitchen island talking to friends with a crackling fire in the living room fireplace. Venture out onto the large back deck and relax around your personal fire-pit-table. The terrace level includes the 3rd bedroom, a full bath, a wet bar, and a large room perfect for your office, media room or exercise room. Walk out onto the flat back yard overlooking long range view of Rabun Gap. On clear days you can see (50 mile+/- views of NC & GA) all the way to Clingman's Dome & Mount LeConte in the Great Smoky Mountain National Park! Bring your 'side x side' off-road vehicle - for years of fun and family memories on the surrounding roads and trails. Star-link internet equipment is pre-installed. Cell phones work from this location without wifi booster. Lots of basement storage with space (wine cellar etc). Wood burning fireplace with gas starter in the upper living room. Tankless hot water heater. 150 year old reclaimed wooden shelving in the kitchen and wet bar. The old wooden beam mantle in the living room adds to the charm and beauty of this home. Energy efficient passive solar design.

2514 Buck Knob Rd, Scaly Mountain

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