Highlands Land

MLS Number 101409

• Land
• Acreage 9.76

A 'WALK-TO-TOWN' wonderland of overgrown cow pasture and Old Growth forest. The 'Old Edward's family homesite' land was purchased by C.B. Edwards from Sam Kelsey in 1878. The property remains owned by those heirs. Being 'Private Property' it was spared the cutting of Kelsey's Primeval Forest in 1946. Now, 144 years later, Turkey's Foot, Princess Pine, various mosses, and ferns still cover the gentle forest floor, animal paths lead here, there and everywhere. A grouping of Wild Plum trees in full fruit were recently discovered....and delicious. The big trees are stunning and the proximity to town most notable. Wouldn't it be wonderful to own your very own Nature Preserve inside Highlands city limit. Property adjoins HCLT Kelsey Trail. This much land in R2 opens up many possibilities. Public sewer has already been installed under the path of unopened Poplar Street which fronts this parcel. Public water is also available. BE BEAR WISE!!!

Listed by Ellie Hogan of Country Club Properties - Main (8285265010)

MLS Number 1002906

• Land
• Acreage 34.37

Only 4 miles from downtown Highlands (on the Atlanta side of Highlands). This is a rare 34 +/- acre property with incredible long range views of the Blue Valley. Endless residential/business opportunities abound for this highly visible location from the road traffic coming to and from Highlands. One of the last large tracts with beautiful views for your retail, restaurant or hotel. Enjoy the beautiful Blue Valley views from this property with several building sites for development or build your dream home. This 34+/- acre lot has one of the best long range views in the area. Enjoy easterly sunrise views from the edge of the Blue Valley with vistas that stretch from the NC mountains all the way into South Carolina and Georgia. This property backs to the Nantahala National Forest. Enjoy the various nearby hiking trails including the famous Bartram Trail. There is also a small spring on the property. There are two ways to easily access the property from Turtle Pond Rd to Hickory Knut Gap Road where the property is gently sloping. There is also an easy access gravel road (slightly steep) past the Lick Log Mill Store off of Hwy 106 (Dillard Rd.) You will have views of Little Scaly Mountain and Kettle Rock. Enjoy the cool breezes at an elevation of +/-4000. A well has been drilled and capped.

Listed by Sheryl Wilson of Highlands Sotheby's International Realty

MLS Number 1003215

• Land
• Acreage 12.47

This opportunity is rare. Over 12 acres just a few minutes (1.5 miles to the middle of town) to Main Street Highlands in the desired Bowery Road neighborhood. Partial pasture. Long-standing forest. Rolling topography with up to four house sites. Potential short- and long-range views. Privacy. Easy building sites. Charming possibilities abound. As an estate lot or small, prestigious development, this property will entice the most distinguished and discerning buyers. The new owner of this property will possess a part of Highlands history. On one corner of the property sits an old well house, one of only a few still remaining in Highlands. An old house from the 1920s sat on the pasture area but had to be dismantled because sadly, it was not in salvageable condition. Plans and pictures are available, however, if someone wants to recreate and enhance this part of history. The new owner also has exciting possibilities. As indicated, the parcel can be divided into four estate-sized lots, but an owner may want to consider other options. A preliminary rendering of how the parcel can be utilized is available. Perhaps, after validating with the necessary financial and Land Trust officials, the owner could utilize one or two spots for new homes and take advantage of tax benefits by retaining the remainder as a quiet, beautiful community area that will then be forever preserved for the enjoyment of future generations of families who appreciate and value the distinct benefits of Highlands. Regardless how a buyer may choose to proceed, the options are mesmerizing.Please check with the listing agents for other ideas about maximizing this beautiful place. As one of the most unique places in the Southeast, Highlands, celebrating its 150th anniversary this year, offers an array of entertainment and activities. Great restaurants. Active church communities. Live professional-level theater. Music ranging from headliner chamber music to bluegrass in the Park. Hiking trails galore. (In fact, the property is a fairly easy walk to the Town trail system.) Popular country clubs with respected golf courses just a short drive away. This is a little picturesque part of paradise!

Listed by Spencer Kirkpatrick of Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT

MLS Number 1001337

• Land
• Acreage 0.99
• Subdivision Highlands Falls Cc

Highlands Falls CC One of the finest View lots in the club, this .99-acre lot is in the new section of the club on Falcon Ridge and has a wonderful view of Whiteside Mountain and beyond into the valley below and all the way to South Carolina. Gentle Building lot, water, sewer, and a full set of plans ready to start your dream home and retirement lifestyle. This is a one-of-a-kind lot that includes plans for a Magnificent Garrell designed home.

Listed by W. Terry Potts of Country Club Properties

MLS Number 1000034

• Land
• Acreage 18.92

A truly extraordinary and rare opportunity - 18.92 breathtaking acres, almost entirely surrounded by United States Forest Service land, offering unparalleled privacy and natural beauty. This remarkable property boasts cleared pastureland, interior roads, gently rolling wooded areas, and picnic pavilion with captivating views to the south and west. Access is UNIQUELY PRIVATE, as the USFS road access is exclusively to USFS tract and this parcel. A pristine stream runs almost the full length of the property, featuring multiple waterfalls and ideal locations for trails, gazebos, or serene overlooks by the water. Electricity is already on-site, previously servicing an old home, with easy availability to support multiple potential homesites. This property is perfect for creating a private retreat or a dream home immersed in nature but less than 3 miles from Main Street. Un-zoned and unrestricted. Deer and turkey abound!

Listed by John Dotson of Preferred Properties

MLS Number 1003395

• Land
• Acreage 30.04

For those seeking privacy, acreage, and the freedom to create something truly personal in the mountains of Western North Carolina, this 30+/- unrestricted acre tract offers a rare and exciting opportunity. Offered as a portion of a 33.35+/- acre parcel, the property is privately tucked at the end of the road and bordered on two sides by USFS land, giving it a peaceful, protected feel while remaining approximately 15 minutes from Highlands and 30 minutes from Cashiers. The land unfolds with a private pond, native rhododendron, wooded trails, gentle natural beauty, and several potential homesites where long-range mountain views may be opened with thoughtful tree limbing or clearing. A trail has already been cleared so the property can be toured with ease, allowing you to walk the land, take in the setting, and visit the charming old one-room cabin built when the current owner was a child. The cabin is not livable and is conveyed at no value, but it adds a nostalgic sense of history and character to the property. With no HOA and no restrictions, the possibilities are unusually broad. Create a private mountain retreat designed around the views, develop multiple homesites, establish a quiet compound, enjoy the land for hunting or camping, explore timber or agricultural use, or hold it as a legacy property in a highly desirable mountain market. The combination of acreage, privacy, pond frontage, USFS adjacency, and potential view sites makes this offering especially compelling. Beyond the property, the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau offers a celebrated lifestyle shaped by cool mountain air, outdoor adventure, cultural events, boutique shopping, dining, music, and year-round community gatherings. Spend the day exploring nearby trails and waterfalls, then enjoy Highlands events such as Saturday Music on Pine, Bear Shadow Concerts, and Chamber activities, or Cashiers favorites like Groovin' on the Green, the Plein Air Festival, and seasonal social events. This is more than land; it is a canvas for an elevated mountain life, with room to dream, build, gather, explore, and preserve.

Listed by Douglas Treadwell and Heather Ball of Mountain Life Real Estate,LLC

MLS Number 1001274

• Land
• Acreage 2.95
• Subdivision Hardscrabble Ridge

This property must be seen to be fully appreciated. While minutes away from Main Street it offers the privacy so many are seeking. Highspeed internet is available. You can reconnect with nature as well as being close to everything Highlands has to offer. The churches, extraordinary shops, restaurants, The Performing Arts Center, The Bascom, Highlands Playhouse, The Chamber Music Festival, The Hudson Library, Nature Center/Botanical Gardens and much more are awaiting you in Highlands. And for another treat the eclectic community of Cashiers is only ten miles from Highlands.

Listed by Jack Calloway and Cathy Garren of Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT

MLS Number 1002193

• Land
• Acreage 3.48

This lot has been in the Harbison family for generations (yes, THAT Harbison). 3.48 acres, just outside town limits and includes Satulah Falls. This is one of those lots that everyone thought would never be offered- and now, YOU can have this little slice of heaven. There is an expired septic permit (2006) for a 4 bedroom home.

Listed by Jeannie Chambers of Chambers Realty & Vacation Rentals

MLS Number 1002576

• Land
• Acreage 9.91

Discover the rare opportunity to own 9.91 unrestricted acres in the highly sought-after Whiteside Cove. Sitting between the base of Black Rock and Whiteside Mountain, this exceptional property offers magnificent rock face views and an inspiring natural backdrop for your dream estate. A cleared homesite is already in place, saving you time and allowing you to immediately envision your future home perfectly positioned to capture the breathtaking scenery. A storage building on the property adds convenience as you plan and build. Ideally located between Cashiers and Highlands, this tract offers the perfect balance of privacy and accessibility. Enjoy easy access to some of the area's most celebrated hiking trails, waterfalls, and outdoor adventures-all just minutes away. Whether you're seeking a private mountain retreat or a legacy property to build your forever home, this unrestricted acreage provides endless possibilities in one of the Plateau's most stunning settings.

Listed by Sam Lupas of Landmark Realty Group - Frank Allen,Cashiers

MLS Number 106288

• Land
• Acreage 3.2
• Subdivision Sagee Woods

The last/only intact subdividable Sagee lot? Very buildable maintained property with several house-placement options. Two frontages: Bowery Road and Sagee Woods. 3.14 acres with stream. Total privacy. Purchased in 2005. Two 3-bedroom septic permits(renewal in process). City water available and existing fire hydrant. Topographical survey available. Ancient Hemlocks treated 3 times. Drive installed.

Listed by W. Terry Potts of Country Club Properties (8285262520)

MLS Number 1002658

• Land
• Acreage 1.98
• Subdivision Ravenel Ridge

Located within the gated community of Ravenel, this 1.98-acre mountain homesite offers a compelling opportunity to create a private retreat just minutes from the heart of Highlands. Surrounded by the quiet beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the setting is both serene and naturally refined, with mature woods providing privacy and a strong sense of place. Ravenel is known for its thoughtful balance of preserved landscape and understated amenities, including tennis courts, trails, and a scenic picnic area designed for relaxed mountain living. The community offers a feeling of seclusion while remaining effortlessly connected to town. A short drive leads to downtown Highlands, where award-winning dining, boutique shopping, art galleries, and year-round outdoor recreation define the lifestyle. Whether envisioned as a primary residence or a seasonal escape, this homesite delivers a rare combination of privacy, convenience, and enduring appeal. An exceptional canvas for a timeless mountain residence in one of Highlands' most desirable gated enclaves.

Listed by Jochen Lucke of Silver Creek Real Estate Group,Inc.