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    • $1,000,000

    1584 Shortoff Rd, Highlands, NC 28741

    2beds
    1,788sqft
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    $5,881/mo
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    Residential, Cabin
    Built in 1978
    1.04 Acres Lot
    $926,400 Zestimate®
    $559/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Stone fireplaceSeparate outbuildingOpen loftFlexible loft adds versatilityExposed timber beamsShiplap wallsFreshly stained exterior
    This Highlands mountain home has an unexpectedly lovely feel. The grounds are planted for butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds, with a natural, native gardening approach. In spring and summer, when everything is in bloom, the property feels like a private botanical garden—colorful, alive, and whimsical. Covered and open-air spaces, plus a fire pit, invite you to enjoy the gardens and mountain setting year-round. Inside, this distinctive one-and-a-half-story chink-style log cabin is filled with warmth, craftsmanship, and storybook charm. Key amenities include a stone fireplace, exposed timber beams, pine hardwood floors, shiplap walls, and a striking mountain laurel-style staircase leading to an open loft. The kitchen offers butcher block countertops, white cabinetry, a gas range, and a walk-in pantry. Two bedrooms are on the main level, with a third upstairs featuring vaulted ceilings, skylights, and stained glass. A flexible loft adds versatility. A beautiful primary suite addition offers soaring ceilings, abundant windows, natural light, and a spa-inspired bath. A separate outbuilding, freshly stained exterior, whole-house generator, and crawlspace encapsulation are recent upgrades that add value and peace of mind. This Highlands property has a personality all its own—a mountain home surrounded by a garden meant to be experienced, not perfected—where rustic character, natural beauty, and thoughtful details come together in a way that feels both timeless and unique. Short-term rentals are allowed.
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    Listed by:

    Kristie Brennan,

    Vignette Realty, LLC

    Source: Carolina Smokies MLS,MLS#: 26048528

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bathrooms: 2
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: First
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: First
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Second
      Heating
      • Electric, Wood, Propane, Heat Pump
      Cooling
      • Central Electric, Heat Pump
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Gas Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas/Propane Water Heater
      Features
      • Bonus Room, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Large Master Bedroom, Living/Dining Room, Main Level Living, Primary w/Ensuite, Primary on Main Level, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Flooring: Hardwood, Pine
      • Doors: Doors-Insulated
      • Windows: Insulated Windows, Skylight(s)
      • Basement: Crawl Space
      • Attic: None
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Stone
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,788
      • Total interior livable area: 1,788 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: No Garage, None-Carport
      Features
      • Levels: One and One Half
      • Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
      • Exterior features: Rustic Appearance
      Lot
      • Size: 1.04 Acres
      • Features: Elevation over 3000, Level Yard, Private
      Details
      • Additional structures: Storage Building/Shed
      • Parcel number: 7541787714
      • Other equipment: Generator

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Log,Cottage,Cabin
      • Property subtype: Residential, Cabin
      Materials
      • Log, Wood Siding, Board & Batten Siding
      • Roof: Metal
      Condition
      • Year built: 1978

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: Shared Well

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: Highlands

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $559/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $745,850
      • Annual tax amount: $2,353
      • Date on market: 9/18/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
      • Road surface type: Paved, Gravel

        Estimated market value

        $926,400

        $815,000 - $1.07M

        $2,328/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        9/18/2026Listed for sale$1,000,000+163.2%$559/sqft
        Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26048528 Report a problem
        11/13/2019Sold$380,000-40.3%$213/sqft
        Source: HCMLS #89694 Report a problem
        1/31/2018Sold$636,000$356/sqft
        Source: HCMLS #85813 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$2,276 +23%$745,850 +24.6%
        2024$1,850 -8.1%$598,440 -9.2%
        2023$2,013 +17.4%$658,980 +76.3%
        2022$1,715 $373,720
        2021$1,715 +5.8%$373,720
        2020$1,620 $373,720
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        Neighborhood: 28741

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