1277 Highgate Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
- $3,800,000
- 6
- BD
- 7
- BA
- Sold Price
- $3,800,000
- List Price
- $3,995,000
- Status
- CLOSED
- MLS#
- 104632
- Bedrooms
- 6
- Bathrooms
- 7
- Full Baths
- 6
- Half Baths
- 1
- Parcel Size
- 2.46
- Style
- Log
- Year Built
- 2005
- Days on Market
- 54
Property Description
“He is the happiest, be he king or peasant, who finds peace in his home.” — Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. Discover ultimate peace and privacy at this magnificent estate bordering the National Forest. As you approach via the circular drive, you're greeted by a moss-covered lawn and a serene natural waterfall feature. Dahlias sway in welcome as you near the front door. The inviting “dog trot” porch, with its impressive stone fireplace, wraps around the back of the house, creating perfect spaces for conversation, dining, and games. This stunning log home, featuring authentic chinking and heart pine floors, serves as the perfect backdrop for beautiful antique pieces and plush textures that define its design. The homeowners collection of unique artifacts, gathered from her extensive travels, adorns this fully furnished mountain retreat. The inviting great room, anchored by a large stone fireplace, opens to the dining area and farmhouse kitchen. The primary suite occupies one wing of the home, complete with another stone fireplace and a spacious ensuite bath. An additional guest suite is located on the main level. Upstairs, you'll find three large bedrooms, while the western-themed terrace level boasts another great room, a bedroom, a bath, and ample storage. The logs used in the home's construction, some spanning up to twenty feet, exhibit the artistry of the Black Forest. Unique for a mountain estate, this property features a large, flat yard amidst steep elevations. Just a stone's throw from downtown Highlands—named the Best Small Mountain Town in the United States by Travel + Leisure in 2024—you'll enjoy five-star restaurants, world-class shopping, art galleries, and a multitude of outdoor activities. This is truly a legacy home, ready for a discerning family to cherish and enjoy.
Additional Information
- County
- Macon
- Area
- Highlands
- Subdivision
- Highgate
- HOA
- Yes
- Acreage Features
- Nature Preserve Adjacent, Cleared, Level
- Appliances
- Built-In Oven, Built in Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Disposal, Ice Maker, Microwave, Propane Cooktop, Wine Cooler, Washer
- Exterior Finish
- Frame, Log, Stone
- Basement Description
- Exterior Entry, Finished, Interior Entry, Walkout
- Sewer/Septic
- Private Sewer
- Financing Options
- Cash
- Interior Features
- Ceiling Fans, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Exterior Features
- Garden, Water Feature
- Fireplace Description
- Living Room, Master Bedroom, Outside, Wood Burning
- Flooring
- Wood
- Heating
- Multi-Fuel
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Roof
- Metal
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Listing courtesy of Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT. 8285268300
Selling Office: ALLEN TATE/PAT ALLEN REALTY GROUP.