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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

437 High Point Dr, Scaly Mountain
$590,000
2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 1004312 MLS
Back on the market by zero fault of seller/property. Tucked away on 2 private acres in the highly desirable gated Rocky Knob neighborhood, located in the mountains of Scaly Mountain, NC this beautifully maintained 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath retreat offers the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and mountain charm. The inviting interior features warm living spaces, a cozy fireplace, and abundant windows that bring in natural light while showcasing the peaceful wooded surroundings. Designed for relaxed mountain living or elegant weekend escapes, the home provides a tranquil setting just a short drive from the shopping, dining, and culture of Highlands, NC and Clayton, Ga. Whether you're seeking a full-time residence or a refined mountain getaway, this property captures the essence of life in the Southern Appalachians.

437 High Point Dr, Scaly Mountain

168 Rockledge Rd, Scaly Mountain
$475,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 1003776 MLS
Private natural estate at the end of the road. Named for the impressive natural rock ledge that graces the property, Rockledge is a peaceful mountain retreat where privacy, nature, and comfort come together on 2.22 beautifully wooded acres. Tucked away at the end of a paved road, this charming 3-bedroom, 3-bath home offers the serenity you've been searching for. The open-concept great room and kitchen are anchored by a warm stone fireplace, while expansive glass doors invite the outdoors in, opening from the great room and every bedroom onto spacious wraparound covered decks on two levels. Whether enjoying your morning coffee, entertaining friends, or simply listening to the sounds of nature, every space is designed to embrace the mountain setting. Surrounded by native forests with minimal lawn maintenance, you'll spend less time working and more time enjoying the outdoors. Just bring a leaf blower, and you're ready to relax. Adventure awaits just beyond your doorstep. Some of the area's finest hiking trails, scenic cycling routes, trout streams, and rivers in both North Carolina and Georgia are located less than a mile away. Golf enthusiasts will appreciate Sky Valley Resort, just two miles from the property. Nearby Scaly Mountain offers everyday conveniences, post office, and a modern fire department with a complimentary fitness facility for local property owners. Outdoor recreation abounds with year-round tubing, zip-lining, and the exhilarating mountain coaster known as The Screamer. Only seven miles from charming downtown Highlands, you'll enjoy easy access to award winning restaurants, boutique shopping, galleries, and the vibrant mountain lifestyle that has made Highlands one of the Southeast's most desirable destinations. Rockledge is more than a home—it's a place to slow down, breathe deeply, and experience the quiet beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains while remaining close to every adventure and amenity the Highlands Plateau has to offer.

168 Rockledge Rd, Scaly Mountain

162 Hickory Ridge Rd, Scaly Mountain
$850,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 1003793 MLS
Light and bright, this beautiful custom mountain home welcomes you with soaring ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, and an open floor plan that fills every room with natural light. The spacious kitchen features a large island and granite countertops, perfect for entertaining, while the finished basement adds even more room to gather. Bamboo hardwood floors, tongue-and-groove pine ceilings, and a stone fireplace bring warmth and character throughout. Alpine siding and trim complete the home's mountain craftsman feel. This three-bedroom, three-bathroom home also offers an attached one-car garage with workshop and a detached two-and-a-half-car garage with additional storage — plenty of room for vehicles, gear, and projects. Step outside to expansive covered and open decks surrounded by peaceful mountain scenery. Tucked away on Hickory Ridge Road, a unique residential neighborhood (not a subdivision) with no through traffic and no deed restrictions, this quiet, private setting is one where neighbors know one another. The neighborhood has easy-to-navigate roads, plenty of green space, and cooler mountain air that makes it easy to unwind. Scaly Mountain sits on the Atlanta side of Highlands, putting you close to a wealth of outdoor pursuits, fine dining, and award-winning vineyards. Sky Valley Country Club, Highlands Outpost, and Highlands Aerial Park are all within 4 miles. You're approximately 15 minutes to Highlands, NC for upscale shopping, dining, and cultural events, and about 20 minutes to Clayton, GA, known for its charming downtown and restaurants. Whether you're looking for a vacation retreat or a full-time mountain residence, this home offers the perfect blend of comfort, craftsmanship, and location.

162 Hickory Ridge Rd, Scaly Mountain

476 Winfield Farm Rd, Scaly Mountain
$2,495,000
4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 1003340 MLS
A true traditional Highlands' farmhouse, built in 1993, sits on the Atlanta side of Highlands just about 12 minutes from downtown and enjoys beautiful views of Scaly and King mountains. Screened from the road by a mature evergreen hedge, it offers a sense of privacy and a gracious approach. A wide porch wraps around three sides of the home, with decking laid on a true north–south axis and the Continental Divide running through the middle of the house. In the evenings, the North Star is centered in the view from the porch, with the Big Dipper pointing directly to it. The porch provides two comfortable seating areas plus an outdoor dining space overlooking the Hosta garden. Inside, high ceilings and two fireplaces create airy, welcoming living spaces. The vaulted living room is a standout, featuring beams salvaged from Charlotte’s original train station for distinctive historic character. The main level includes an owner’s bedroom and bath, as well as a conveniently located half-bath off the entrance hall. Upstairs are three additional bedrooms and three baths, a library area, and a separate office. From the office and the two front-facing bedrooms you can see the farm’s pastures and Scaly Mountain, while the third bedroom opens to a balcony overlooking the rear terrace and garden area. A two-car garage connects to the main house via a covered breezeway, with the parking area screened from the back gardens by hydrangeas and evergreens. The property also offers a potting shed designed by Atlanta architect Tom Ventulett and a separate tool house. Extensive gardens showcase a wide variety of conifers, a raised fenced vegetable garden, terraced beds with dahlias and other flowers for cutting, and a wooded Hosta trail leading to an orchard with about a dozen apple and pear trees. Near the gardens and orchard, a croquet court enclosed by an evergreen hedge provides a spacious, level setting for recreation or tented outdoor events.

476 Winfield Farm Rd, Scaly Mountain

111 Wrights Rd, Scaly Mountain
$217,500
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 1002544 MLS
Nestled among the trees in Scaly Mountain, this mountain home offers a rare opportunity to create a personalized retreat in a highly convenient Highlands-area location. Situated on a 0.74-acre wooded lot with a private driveway, the property provides a peaceful, secluded setting with peekaboo mountain views and excellent outdoor potential. The main level features two bedrooms and one full bathroom, along with a comfortable living area highlighted by a gas fireplace. The kitchen includes stainless steel appliances, a gas range, and a breakfast bar, creating a functional space for everyday living or entertaining. The walkout basement adds exceptional flexibility, offering two additional bonus rooms, a second full bathroom, extra living space, a wood-burning stove, a laundry room, and ample storage. This level expands the home’s usable square footage and presents multiple options for guest space, recreation, or home office use. Generous deck space enhances the home’s indoor-outdoor living potential, while a separate storage outbuilding provides room for tools, gear, or outdoor equipment. Ideally located just 10 minutes from downtown Highlands, under 5 minutes from Highlands Outpost and the Highlands Aerial Park, and with easy access off Dillard Road, this property blends privacy, location, and opportunity in one of the area’s most desirable mountain settings. Whether envisioned as a vacation home, short-term rental, or full-time residence, this Scaly Mountain property offers the chance to enjoy the mountain lifestyle with close proximity to hiking, dining, shopping, and year-round outdoor recreation. Virtually staged and renovated photos are included to showcase the potential of the property.

111 Wrights Rd, Scaly Mountain

71 Peek And Peak Ln, Scaly Mountain
$562,500
2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 1000097 MLS
One of the most photogenic homes on the market. Come see this fabulous Log cabin overlooking a small, private pond with 2 full bedrooms, a sleeping loft, and 3 bathrooms. It has a beautiful, stacked rock fireplace, plus, real wood floors, walls, and ceilings in the living room, giving you that cozy mountain vibe. Spacious, open living dining room with attached kitchen has a gas range and stainless-steel appliances. There is a large loft bedroom with a full bathroom and sitting area overlooking the room below. The lower level has a bedroom, living room, full bathroom, plus, an efficiency kitchen where your guests can have complete privacy. There is a spiral staircase leading to the lower area and also exterior doors if you need two separate spaces. Located in a peaceful neighborhood within walking distance to Sky Valley Golf Club, but actually over the state line into NC. This Private oasis offers daily visits from the local deer and other wildlife every day. It comes with a hot tub and porch swing on the wrap around deck, paved parking for several vehicles, and includes 2 RV hookups. Sky Valley offers lots of amenities with membership that include golf, tennis courts, pickleball, croquet, fitness club, and a restaurant. No membership required to walk the trails, visit the waterfall, and enjoy the beautiful natural scenery Sky Valley has to offer. This home is only 20 minutes from Highlands, NC and Clayton, GA. Several wineries, waterfalls, hiking trails, within a few minutes.

71 Peek And Peak Ln, Scaly Mountain

724 Browns Mountain Rd, Scaly Mountain
$625,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 105807 MLS
Discover your perfect mountain retreat within this charming cabin! Nestled at 3,700 feet elevation in the serene landscapes of Scaly Mountain, this beautifully maintained home offers incredible, western-facing views in a quiet neighborhood. Take in stunning sunsets as you enjoy an evening beverage on your large, covered front porch, or enjoy the tranquil mountain views upon awakening in the downstairs bedroom. With two bedrooms on the main level and one ensuite bedroom on the lower level, you'll enjoy plenty of privacy. This home is full of classic mountain ambiance, with a homey kitchen, gorgeous wood floors, and a pine ceiling. And on chilly evenings, you can cozy up by the wood-burning fireplace. Outside, a gently sloped grassy yard provides room for recreation or gardening, and mature landscaping surrounds the home with a woodsy aesthetic. The one-car garage means you don't have to get out into winter weather, or use it for convenient storage. Also, there is a large (16' x 24') standalone shed for additional storage.

724 Browns Mountain Rd, Scaly Mountain

580 Natural Bridge 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

230 Raven Ridge Rd, Scaly Mountain
$685,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 102997 MLS
As one of the highest homes in Scaly, overlooking Ford Mountain and Rabun Bald, this stunning modern farmhouse is the perfect blend of mountain charm and modern convenience. The open-concept floor plan is flooded with natural light, and the large windows offer breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains. The exterior and main level have been completely remodeled with a brand-new kitchen featuring top-of-the-line appliances, custom cabinetry, and granite countertops. Both the primary and guest bedrooms are on the main level, along with the laundry. Downstairs, the large unfinished basement has the potential to double the home's square footage, with space for up to two additional bedrooms. The spacious garage has plenty of space for two cars and a workshop as well. Other notable features include a large backyard with a fire pit, a wrap-around covered porch, and an additional circular driveway. This home is in the quiet community of Scaly Mountain, NC, which is just 15 minutes to both Highlands, NC, and Clayton, GA. Enjoy all the Blue Ridge Mountains have to offer - hiking, waterfalls, shopping, adventures, and more!

230 Raven Ridge Rd, Scaly Mountain

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