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    • $1,995,000

    226 Sky lake Drive, Highlands, NC 28741

    3beds
    --sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1982
    0.36 Acres Lot
    $1,847,600 Zestimate®
    $--/sqft
    $92/mo HOA

    What's special

    Totally renovated mountain retreatExpansive deckLaundry and additional storagePrivate water closet
    This totally renovated mountain retreat is a perfect blend of elegance and comfort, with 3,200 sf of seamless single-level living. Just a two-minute golf cart ride from the Highlands Falls clubhouse, swimming pool, croquet courts, and a fitness center, you can enjoy lunch, dinner, and a game of bridge or mahjong any time you want. Since you are just outside the Highlands Falls gates, you pay a much-reduced HOA fee. From the expansive deck, you will enjoy panoramic views of the lake and the 8 th and 9 th holes of Highlands Falls golf course with Big Bearpen Mountain in the background. Totally updated with comfort and function in mind, this beautifully renovated home lets you enjoy one-level living at its best. The spacious open concept living space combines charm and warmth with mountain chic. It features custom-milled shiplap walls in the main living areas and antique barnwood trim in several rooms, including the kitchen and coffee bar, adding to the home's charm and uniqueness. The primary suite boasts two spacious walk-in closets and heated tile floors in the ensuite bath. The bath includes a large shower, a beautiful granite-topped double sink vanity, and a private water closet. Two charming guest rooms, each with its own ensuite bathroom, are thoughtfully located on the opposite wing, providing privacy and seclusion for visitors. There is a powder room in the guest hall for guests' convenience. A spacious family room, currently used as an office, has 25-foot ceilings and barnwood beams. This room could be used as a game room or TV viewing area. Additional sleeping space could be added with a Murphy bed if desired. It could also function as a separate suite, since it has its own bathroom with a shower. Laundry and additional storage are also located here. The house has multiple areas for entertaining or seating, where adults and children can be separated yet still together. The massive windows in the sunroom, most of which are screened, can give the feeling of a screened-in porch, making the room a true four- season area. The cozy living room with a wood-burning fireplace is inviting in the fall and winter. There is an attached oversized two-car garage opening into the family room, providing easy access in inclement weather. The heated and cooled lower level provides golf cart storage and additional climate-controlled storage in an encapsulated space. The outdoor firepit area provides enjoyment on chilly evenings.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Joe Deckman,

    Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT

    Source: HCMLS,MLS#: 1003162Originating MLS: Highlands Cashiers Board of Realtors

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 5
      • Full bathrooms: 4
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Bedroom 1
      • Level: Main
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Main
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Main
      Bathroom 1
      • Level: Main
      Bathroom 2
      • Level: Main
      Bathroom 3
      • Level: Main
      Bathroom 4
      • Level: Main
      Bathroom 5
      • Level: Main
      Dining room
      • Level: Main
      Great room
      • Level: Main
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      Laundry
      • Level: Main
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      Office
      • Level: Main
      Sunroom
      • Level: Main
      Heating
      • Central, Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
      Appliances
      • Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Gas Range, Humidifier, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Washer
      • Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, ElectricDryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Closet, Main Level, Laundry Room
      Features
      • Wet Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, His and Hers Closets, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Multiple Closets, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Workshop
      • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Tile, Wood
      • Basement: Exterior Entry,Encapsulated,Garage Access,Heated,Bath/Stubbed,Storage Space,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: Living Room, Masonry, Wood Burning
      Interior area
      • Living area range: 3001-3500 Square Feet

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 4
      • Parking features: Additional Parking, Asphalt, Attached, Garage, Golf Cart Garage, Garage Door Opener, Kitchen Level, Garage Faces Side
      • Garage spaces: 2
      • Carport spaces: 2
      • Covered spaces: 4
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Patio & porch: Deck
      • Exterior features: Fire Pit, Outdoor Grill, Private Yard, Storage, Propane Tank - Leased
      • Pool features: Association, Community
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Golf Course, Lake, Mountain(s)
      • Has water view: Yes
      • Water view: Lake
      • Waterfront features: Lake
      Lot
      • Size: 0.36 Acres
      • Features: Close to Clubhouse, Corner Lot, Front Yard, On Golf Course, Sloped Up, Views
      • Topography: Sloping
      Details
      • Additional structures: None
      • Parcel number: 7540789291
      • Zoning description: Residential

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Contemporary
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Block, Frame, Wood Siding
      • Foundation: Block
      • Roof: Asbestos Shingle
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1982

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: Generator
      • Sewer: Sewer Applied for Permit, Septic Tank
      • Water: Private, Well
      • Utilities for property: Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, High Speed Internet Available, Propane, Phone Connected, Water Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Fishing, Golf, Pickleball, Pool, Putting Green, Tennis Court(s)
      • Security: Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
      • Subdivision: Highlands Falls Cc
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • Amenities included: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Golf Course, Gated, Meeting Room, Pickleball, Pool, Sauna, Tennis Court(s)
      • HOA fee: $900 annually
      • HOA name: Highlands Falls Community Association
      • Second HOA fee: $200 annually
      • Second HOA name: Valley Vista
      Location
      • Region: Highlands

      Financial & listing details

      • Tax assessed value: $847,160
      • Annual tax amount: $2,569
      • Date on market: 4/25/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 419 days
      • Road surface type: Asphalt

        Estimated market value

        $1,847,600

        $1.76M - $1.94M

        $5,871/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        4/25/2026Listed for sale$1,995,000
        Source: HCMLS #1003162 Report a problem
        4/13/2026Listing removed$1,995,000
        Source: HCMLS #1001037 Report a problem
        10/27/2025Price change$1,995,000-13.1%
        Source: HCMLS #1001037 Report a problem
        10/3/2025Price change$2,295,000-3.4%
        Source: HCMLS #1001037 Report a problem
        6/24/2025Price change$2,375,000-5%
        Source: HCMLS #1001037 Report a problem
        5/29/2025Listed for sale$2,500,000+626.7%
        Source: HCMLS #1001037 Report a problem
        12/30/2016Sold$344,000-13.8%
        Source: HCMLS #83425 Report a problem
        11/25/2016Pending sale$399,000
        Source: Pat Allen Realty Group, Inc. #83425 Report a problem
        10/4/2016Price change$399,000-6.1%
        Source: Pat Allen Realty Group, Inc. #83425 Report a problem
        7/2/2016Price change$425,000-12.4%
        Source: Pat Allen Realty Group, Inc. #83425 Report a problem
        3/28/2016Listed for sale$485,000+67.2%
        Source: Pat Allen Realty Group, Inc. #83425 Report a problem
        8/21/1998Sold$290,000
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$2,569 $847,160
        2024$2,569 +0.5%$847,160
        2023$2,557 +3.8%$847,160 +54.6%
        2022$2,464 $548,020
        2021$2,464 +6%$548,020
        2020$2,326 +31.4%$548,020 +32.4%
        2019$1,770 $413,820 -21.2%
        2018$1,770 -10.8%$524,990
        2017$1,984 $524,990
        2016$1,984 $524,990
        2015$1,984 +1.2%$524,990 -20.7%
        2014$1,961 $662,020
        2013$1,961 $662,020
        2012-- $662,020
        2011-- $662,020
        2010-- $662,020
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 28741

        Getting around

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        Car-Dependent
        33 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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