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This 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom single family at 478 Hickory Knut Gap Road in Highlands, NC is listed for $5,800,000. Built in 1972, on a 44.91 acres lot.

Agent Description

Stunning panoramic Blue Valley Views! This beautiful home features 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 four bedroom, three and one half bath residence is perfectly positioned just minutes from Highlands, Scaly Mountain and Dillard, GA.

Expansive windows and glass doors capture breathtaking, long-range, layered mountain views. With its southeastern exposure, the home is filled with a warm morning light. The main level is designed for effortless living and entertaining, featuring an open great room and dining area.

The chef's kitchen flows seamlessly into adjacent gathering spaces, creating an inviting environment for hosting or quiet evenings at home. The primary suite on the main level is spacious and features an expansive bathroom. You are greeted at the lower level with an entrance foyer designed for gathering, with a generous family room, two additional bedrooms, a full bathroom and a bonus room that could be used as an office or playroom.

There are two covered decks with ample space for entertaining and enjoying the beautiful evening views. Enjoy the hot tub located on the upper deck. A two-car garage adds everyday functionality with a separate guest apartment above. The home offers the rare combination of refined mountain living and everyday convenience, with dining, boutique shopping, and outdoor recreation all within easy reach.

The house and the +/-10.54 acreage are being sold with an adjoining +/-34.37 acre property with incredible long range views of the Blue Valley. Endless residential and business opportunities abound for this combined, highly visible property location. One of the last large tracts with beautiful views for your retail, restaurant or hotel.

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. Enjoy the cool breezes at an elevation of +/-4000.

Key Features

  • Built in 1972
  • 44.91 acre lot
  • 2 stories
  • Fireplace

Property Details

2 stories
3 full, 1 half
1972

Amenities

FireplaceViewA/C

Monthly Cost Estimate

$31,020/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$4,195
Interest$25,133
Insurance$1,692

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

478 Hickory Knut Gap Road

Highlands, NC 28741

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

EntranceFoyerOpenFloorplan

Property Details

Flooring

Wood

Views

Mountains

Pool Features

DeckPorch

Parking

Garage

Heating

Electric (Heating)

Cooling

Electric

Appliances

BuiltInGasOvenDryerDishwasherGasRangeMicrowaveRefrigeratorWaterHeaterWasher

Questions & Answers

This 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom single family at 478 Hickory Knut Gap Road is listed at $5,800,000. The estimated monthly payment is $25,133 based on 20% down at 6.5% interest.

Key features include: Built in 1972, 44.91 acre lot, 2 stories, Fireplace. Interior Features: EntranceFoyer, OpenFloorplan.

This property is listed by Sheryl Wilson and can be reached at 8283370706 or sherylwilsonnc@gmail.com.

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Sheryl Wilson

Agent at Highlands Sotheby's International Realty

(828) 337-0706

Listed by Highlands Sotheby's International Realty

MLS# 1002881· Source: listhub· Updated 18 days ago

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478 Hickory Knut Gap Road, Highlands, NC 28741

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