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Discover 15 beautiful acres in desirable Scaly Mountain, offering the combination of privacy, usable land, and a convenient location in the heart of the mountains. With much of the property sitting at an elevation of over 3,700 feet, you'll enjoy the cool mountain air and peaceful setting that make this area so special. Unlike many larger mountain tracts, this property features gently sloping, usable terrain, giving you plenty of possibilities for a homesite, gardens, outdoor living areas, trails, or simply room to spread out and enjoy your own private mountain retreat. A natural spring on the property adds even more character to this beautiful wooded acreage. Tucked away in a quiet, attractive area, the property feels wonderfully private without putting you too far from everything you love about Western North Carolina and North Georgia. Build your full-time mountain home, create a seasonal escape, or hold onto a special piece of land for the future. Ideally located approximately 15 minutes from Highlands, 30 minutes from Franklin, and 30 minutes from Clayton, GA, you'll have easy access to shopping, dining, hiking, waterfalls, and endless mountain adventures while still coming home to your own peaceful 15 acre retreat. Beautiful land, great elevation, privacy, and location; this mountain property is worth seeing in person!

236 Beck Rd, Scaly Mountain

$1,295,000

1 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 1003338 MLS

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

$3,500,000

1003169 MLS

Discover the extraordinary at Lloyd's Cove—an expansive 125-acre paradise that has remained in the same family for over a century. This breathtaking high-elevation mountain farm offers the ultimate in privacy and unspoiled natural beauty. Wander through rolling, sunlit meadows, explore sparkling creeks and pure mountain springs, and take in sweeping, panoramic vistas of Fish-Hawk Mountain to the north and Big Scaly Mountain to the south. Experience nature up close, with deer, bear, wild hogs, and wild turkeys often gracing the pastures. What truly sets this property apart is its remarkable amount of usable land—over 80% of its acreage is accessible and ready for your vision, a rare find in mountain properties. The offering is crowned by a charming, hand-built log home with stunning views from every window. Enjoy the seclusion, tranquility, and safety of a remote sanctuary for your family, all while being just a short 20-25-minute drive from the vibrant communities of Highlands and Dillard. Opportunities like this are exceedingly rare—don’t miss your chance to own a once-in-a- lifetime piece of mountain paradise!

1575 Lloyd Cove Rd, Scaly Mountain

$282,500

26037535 MLS

Discover 34.52 Unrestricted Acres Adjoining USFS Land in Scaly Mountain, NC! This is an amazing opportunity to own a large land tract with views, streams, small waterfalls, old logging roads and several gentle areas to camp or build. Old logging roads and hiking trails have just been cleared through the property and over to the Forest Service boundary where over 2,000 acres are waiting to be explored. Bring your hiking shoes and come experience the unparalleled natural beauty.Underground power along the road and a new gravel access drive has just been installed. No Restrictions, No HOA, No Zoning and ready for your dreams. Whether you're thinking of camping/hunting land, premium RV site, tiny homes, vacation rentals or a custom estate home, this unrestricted acreage provides the flexibility you desire. Conveniently located at the peaceful end of Chastain Rd with only one property owner beyond yours to ensure privacy. Don't miss this extraordinary opportunity to buy unrestricted & south facing land adjoining the Nantahala National Forest in the highly desirable Scaly Mountain area. Search the address on YouTube to see the two videos & make plans to see this one before it's gone!

880 Chastain Rd, Scaly Mountain

none None Highland Gap Road, Scaly Mountain

$375,000

1002490 MLS

19.09 acres with several building spots to choose from. Cascading stream and 3400 ft. elevation! Road roughed in. Property is in Middle Creek, bordered by USFS. Within hiking distance to a 600 ft. waterfall (no trail). Private. A Must See! Tons of potential!

none None Highland Gap Road, Scaly Mountain

$6,250,000

1002427 MLS

Rare ownership opportunity for 211+ unrestricted, high elevation, prime development property in the heart of Scaly Mountain with approximately 800' of Highway 106 frontage. This subdividable wooded land tract has good topo for building and boasts views, abundant nature, streams, and privacy. It's a canvas ready for a vision to develop or a protective enclave to surround yourself in...and only 7 miles into Highlands' downtown and its abundance of cultural activities, country clubs, world class restaurants and events.

6507 Dillard Rd, Scaly Mountain

$220,621

103370 MLS

13.44 acres that's a short, easy walk to the park on beautiful Osage Lake in Rocky Knob subdivision, Scaly Mountain NC. A gated community with green space for picnics, fishing, kayaking, canoeing and relaxing on scenic Osage Lake. Elevation of approximately 3500 feet above sea level. Frontage on cascading Watkins Creek. Rhododendron, lush foliage and forest. A superb homesite on property that borders U.S. Forest. Conveniently located to fantastic restaurants and shopping in Highlands, NC. Only 3.5 miles to Sky Valley Golf Course. Other recreational and outdoor activities are just minutes away including a zip line, snow tubing, mountain roller coaster, and hiking trails to peaks and waterfalls. This is a special opportunity to build on beautiful acreage in a great location.

Lakeside Rd, Scaly Mountain

$114,000

98773 MLS

Unrestricted parcel priced well below assessed value. Approx. 3300 Ft above sea level. Creek meanders through property, and large rock formations will make attractive features for an estate or small home community. 20 minutes to Highlands, 16 minutes to Dillard. Buyer is advised to confirm all information in this listing with their own independent sources.

1624 Shoal Creek Rd, Scaly Mountain

$93,500

104715 MLS

Well has been installed, septic has also already been installed! Serene 3.02 acre tract with building site and mountain views with minimal clearing. Driveway and parking has already been cut for your convenience and the lot has been priced to sell. Highland Gap is a beautiful community, well maintained, high elevation with cool temperatures, and just minutes from Highlands/Cashiers/Clayton/Franklin. Located on a quiet street, this lot offers a peaceful mountain setting and mountain views. CLOSE TO HIKING, SNOW TUBING, ZIP LINING, VINEYARDS, WORLD RENOWNED RESTAURANTS, SHOPPING, SPA'S, ART GALLERIES, FISHING, SWIMMING, BOATING, PARKS, PLAYGROUNDS, PUBLIC POOL ETC... Everything wanted in mountain living.

Tbd Highland Gap Rd, Scaly Mountain

$2,250,000

4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 101643 MLS

Lodge-like home on almost 20 acres bordering U.S. National Forest at 3000' overlooking cascading Shoal Creek. Large great room with massive stone fireplace, heart pine floors, heavy beams held together by plate steel brackets. 4 stunning bedroom suites, uniquely separated for privacy. Bonus area for office or 5th sleeping area. Large Family/Entertainment room on the terrace level. Multiple glass doors bring in the light and open the home to expansive porches, decks, and patios. A kitchen for gathering that will accommodate several chefs at one time. Large stainless gas range/oven, hood, Sub Zero refrigerator. Multiple places to dine for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and parties, inside and out. Absolutely gorgeous woodwork with an exceptional amount of heart pine. Triple car carport with 800 sf partially finished 2nd floor. Generator, Central vacuum, alarm system and much more. Fenced, dog friendly yard, extensive professional landscaping, paved drive lined by heavy stones, gated drive. Acres and acres to roam adjacent to US National Forest.

580 Natural Bridge 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.

6923 Dillard Rd, Scaly Mountain

$1,050,000

105762 MLS

You are less than 20 minutes from Highlands, NC and Clayton, GA with all of the unique amenities each community offers. Some of the best hiking in the area is only minutes away. Atlanta is approximately two hours driving time. There is a good mix of cleared and wooded land to enjoy. Sightings of turkey and deer are common. It has a 60 gpm well shared with two other properties. Underground electric is to the crest of the property. The combination of privacy, close to many amenities, gently sloping land, and beautiful views is a rare combination today.

Tbd Hale Ridge Rd, Scaly Mountain

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