Highlands Homes with Garage Faces Side Parking

Welcome to Highlands, a charming town nestled in the heart of Macon County, North Carolina. Known for its stunning natural beauty and small-town charm, Highlands offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

If you're in the market for a home in Highlands, you'll be pleased to know that many properties feature garage faces side parking. This convenient feature not only provides easy access to your vehicle but also adds to the overall aesthetic appeal of the home.

Whether you're looking for a cozy cabin in the woods or a spacious family home, Highlands has something to offer every homebuyer. Imagine waking up to breathtaking mountain views, exploring scenic hiking trails, and enjoying the vibrant local arts and culture scene.

With its friendly community, top-notch schools, and abundance of outdoor recreational opportunities, Highlands is the perfect place to put down roots and create lasting memories. Come and discover why Highlands is not just a destination, but a way of life.

Newest Highlands Homes with Garage Faces Side Parking

$1,125,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4403878 MLS ⋅ 2,184 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Tucked away on approximately 1 acre of elevated, wooded privacy, this inviting 4-bedroom, 3-full bath mountain retreat offers the perfect blend of comfort, seclusion, and Highlands charm. Ideally located near Mirror Lake and prestigious Half-Mile Farm, this property provides a peaceful setting while remaining just minutes from downtown Highlands' shopping, dining, and outdoor recreation. The spacious floor plan features a large great room with plenty of space for gathering with family and friends. The well-designed one level layout offers four comfortable bedrooms and three full baths, making it ideal as a full-time residence, seasonal getaway, or use as a short term vacation rental due to its location just outside of Highlands' town limits. Step outside to the covered deck, where you can relax year-round while enjoying the tranquil wooded surroundings and cool mountain air. A unique smoker storage shed adds character and versatility, offering possibilities for outdoor entertaining and preserving a mountain tradition. Additional home highlights include crown molding throughout, a large 2-car garage, ample parking, and a private setting that captures the beauty and serenity of the Highlands plateau. Whether you're seeking a peaceful escape or a mountain home close to some of Highlands' and Cashiers most desirable destinations, this property presents an exceptional opportunity to experience the best of Western North Carolina living.

141 Dolly Lane, Highlands

Listing courtesy of MOUNTAIN LIFE REAL ESTATE, LLC. john@mountainlifere.com

$2,950,000

5 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 4395002 MLS ⋅ 4,164 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status

A rare two-home Highlands retreat just four minutes from Main Street, this exceptional offering was originally built by renowned local craftsman Ralph Thomas and thoughtfully updated for modern mountain living. Privately set among the trees near the Mirror Lake area, the property spans approximately one acre across two lots and offers an uncommon blend of craftsmanship, flexibility, privacy, recreational access, and income-producing potential. Together, the residences provide approximately 4,500 square feet of interior living space, five bedrooms, five full baths, multiple flexible guest rooms and office spaces, two laundry/utility areas, four full-size refrigerators, and abundant indoor-outdoor living space. More than 2,000 square feet of decking includes a 400-square-foot cathedral-style screened porch, permanent seating areas, two fire pits, an outdoor stove, and peaceful spaces for gathering, dining, or relaxing beneath the tree canopy. The setting is both private and convenient, with winter mountain views, summer forest-canopy vistas, and more than 130 trees planted along the perimeter in 2020 to enhance the secluded feel. A private paved driveway provides access within a quiet enclave adjoining Mirror Lake, while nearby gravel roads, waterfalls, streams, hiking trails, Skyline Lodge, and downtown Highlands place the best of the Plateau close at hand. The primary residence underwent a comprehensive renovation in 2020 while preserving its original Adirondack camp character. Original wormy chestnut cabinetry and wood flooring remain, complemented by Bosch and Liebherr appliances, updated baths, a screened outdoor living area with electric screens, a metal roof, and replacement windows and doors throughout. Additional features include two wood-burning fireplaces, a gas river-rock fireplace, two garages with space for three vehicles, workshop areas, guest parking, high-speed internet service with fiber-optic availability, and a generator serving both homes. The second residence has been upgraded to strengthen rental appeal and has generated up to $60,000 annually in long & short-term rental income. Located outside the Town of Highlands limits, the property benefits from the absence of municipal rental restrictions, offering flexibility for personal use, guest accommodations, or investment income. With two distinct homes, refined updates, original craftsmanship, outdoor living, and proven rental performance, this is a truly distinctive Highlands property.

85 & 95 Ralph Thomas Road, Highlands

Listing courtesy of MOUNTAIN LIFE REAL ESTATE, LLC. doug@mountainlifere.com

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