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Tucked along the Atlanta side of Scaly Mountain and less than ten minutes from downtown Highlands, this nearly 11-acre unrestricted property offers a rare blend of privacy, flexibility, and mountain adventure. Featuring a unique barndominium with a charming one-bedroom bungalow, and a separate one-bedroom guesthouse, the property presents endless possibilities for a family retreat, vacation rental compound, artist’s escape, or multi-generational mountain haven. A gentle stream winds through the property, highlighted by a small waterfall and several beautiful streamside building sites that invite additional homes, cabins, or gathering spaces. The land itself is usable and inviting, with room to explore, relax, and create your own vision in the mountains. The barn is far more than storage. It offers an ideal setting for children’s activities, a workshop, hobby space, collector’s garage, fitness area, or an inspiring artist studio filled with natural mountain ambiance. Perfectly positioned for both tranquility and recreation, the property is just moments from Highlands Outpost, where tubing, trout fishing, and the mountain roller coaster create year-round fun, while the nearby Highlands Aerial Park zipline adventures add even more excitement to the lifestyle. Whether you are seeking a private estate, an income-producing opportunity, or a legacy property to enjoy for generations, this unrestricted mountain retreat is filled with potential.

46 Lightning Bug Trl, Scaly Mountain

$760,000

4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 1003117 MLS

If you’ve been searching for a home with true character, 125 Pines Road delivers. Set on 8.72 gently rolling acres, this ranch-inspired mountain residence offers privacy, charm, and room to live expansively. Inside, the den is anchored by a striking stone fireplace with an intricately hand-carved mantel. The owner’s suite is a private retreat, featuring a gas fireplace, dedicated laundry, access to a crow’s nest office, and an adjoining greenhouse. Two guest bedrooms share a Jack-and-Jill bath with beautifully preserved vintage blue tile. Outdoor living is thoughtfully designed, with multiple decks surrounding the home, including one with a private water feature—an ideal setting for quiet mornings or evening gatherings. A short stroll past the flower garden leads to a light-filled guest cottage with a private bedroom, full bath, and inviting sunroom. At the far end of the property, a detached barn provides covered parking and ample storage for equipment, vehicles, or recreational use. The land offers space for gardens, animals, and exploration, with year-round mountain views completing this unique and character-rich offering.

125 Pines Rd, Scaly Mountain

$850,000

1 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 104187 MLS

Bring your vision and imagine the possibilities on this beautiful ridge-top property in Scaly Mountain, with easy access on the Atlanta side of Highlands. This property includes four different lots for a total of 12 acres, with multiple homesites to be utilized as you see fit. Plentiful flat land allows for easier development, gardening, or other uses. At 3,759 feet in elevation, you'll enjoy stunning views from multiple vantage points, fueling your imagination for developing this unique tract of land. Only ten landowners and four other homes currently exist within this small community. Stay in the one-bedroom guest house as you build your dream home, or convert the bottom level (with a two-car garage and half bathroom) to expand the current living space. A living area, full bathroom, and kitchen on the upper level include propane heat and electric air conditioning and heat. The owner hand-milled poplar wood for the ceiling, yellow heart pine for the walls and floor, reclaimed heart pine for the cabinets, and black walnut for the trim throughout the interior. Two wells and a three-bedroom septic system are already installed on the property. Plus, a barn with running water and electricity could be converted into a living space or utilized as a party barn. This property could become a legacy homestead for several homes or multiple other uses. There is no HOA and only minimal restrictions apply. An annual fee provides for road maintenance and is comparatively low for the area.

333 Martins Trl, 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

$7,462,000

5 Beds ⋅ 9 Baths ⋅ 102666 MLS

This magnificent shingle and stone country estate in the mountains of Western North Carolina is conveniently located just 2 hours from Atlanta and 9 miles from the charming town of Highlands, NC. Designed by Tim Greene, this home gracefully nestles among 37 acres of old hardwoods at an elevation of 3,750'. This rural setting offers pastoral and long range m ountain views for seclusion and privacy within minutes from shopping and gourmet dining. Enjoy your coffee on the breakfast porch welcoming the rising sun and cocktails on the patio capture exquisite afternoon sunsets. Each setting allows enjoyment of the beautiful gardens thoughtfully designed by Alex Smith Garden Design to enhance the boulder outcroppings and stone walls. There is 1 1/2 stocked pond for fishing, canoeing, swimming or just relaxing on the dock. The home has 5 bedrooms plus on bonus room, each with ensuite bathrooms. The master suite on the main level has his/hers dressing rooms and baths. Upstairs are 3 guest bedrooms and a second upstairs boasts a large recreation room, a bunk room and an additional bedroom, each with its own bath. These spaces are ideal for an office, workout area, or just overflow for guests and grandchildren. The large kitchen and adjoining butlers bantry/office are equipped with top of line appliances for entertaining for a few or a crowd. A large screened porch and adjoining patio are ideal for expanding dining and entertaining space. There are 5 wood burning fireplaces for the cool mountain evenings. Pegged oak floors throughout, handhewn antique beams and custom finishes add to the timeless charm and cottage appeal. The decor and details which adorn the interiors were orchestrated by nationally recognized Charleston designer, Amelia Handegan. An attached two car garage has built in cabinets for your storage needs. An equipment "barn" sits tucked among large rhododendrons, boxwoods and hydrangeas which adorn the property. This is truly and exceptional property!

747 Mcconnell Rd, Scaly Mountain

$200,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 103311 MLS

Opportunities abound to update these three structures to create an ultimate multiple-structure, many use compound. On the property is a 1940s block house, a 1/1 cabin, and a two story 26' x 37' equipment barn. About 10 minutes from downtown Highlands, on the Atlanta side. Hear the annual Bear Shadow from your porch. Renovate the structures, create a studio apartment in the barn, bring your RV and enjoy all that the plateau has to offer at almost 4,000' elevation.

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Homes with Barn in Scaly Mountain, NC

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Homes with Barn

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Active Listings

Sold (Past 6 Mo.)

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pricing

Avg. List Price

$778,389

$1,085,000

Cost / Sq. Ft.

$906

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Living Area

546 ft²

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Avg. Beds

2.6

2.5

Avg. Baths

3.1

3.5

Days on Market

334

168

Homes with Barn in Scaly Mountain: Market Data

Data as of October 20, 2026 (MLS snapshot; listings below update live)

Jon Tharp Homes' review of MLS data as of October 20, 2026 shows 2 active listings for Scaly Mountain homes with barn. Listings like these do not come up often in Scaly Mountain. These listings made up about 5% of the 44 active listings in Scaly Mountain, across every property type. With so few listings, setting up a listing alert is the easiest way to learn of the next one.

Homes with Barn in Scaly Mountain, NC, October 20, 2026
Measure	Value
Active listings	2
All active listings in Scaly Mountain, every property type	44

Homes with Barn in other cities

Buncombe County: 46 active, median $797,000
Jackson County: 46 active, median $522,450
Haywood County: 40 active, median $589,000
Henderson County: 29 active, median $920,000
Macon County: 24 active, median $862,000

Market questions

How many Scaly Mountain homes with barn are for sale?

There were 2 Scaly Mountain homes with barn for sale as of October 20, 2026, based on Jon Tharp Homes' review of MLS data.

How do Scaly Mountain homes with barn stack up against other cities?

As of October 20, 2026, there were 2 Scaly Mountain homes with barn for sale. In the same search, Buncombe County had 46 homes with barn for sale at a median list price of $797,000, Jackson County had 46 homes with barn for sale at a median list price of $522,450 and Haywood County had 40 homes with barn for sale at a median list price of $589,000.

How do Scaly Mountain homes with barn compare with all active listings in Scaly Mountain?

As of October 20, 2026, there were 2 Scaly Mountain homes with barn for sale, out of 44 active listings in Scaly Mountain across every property type.

Listing data courtesy of Carolina Multiple Listing Services, Inc.

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