Tucked along the edge of the Nantahala National Forest — offering protected privacy and no future development beyond — this charming mountain cottage is just four miles from Highlands Main Street and conveniently located off Dillard Road.
Designed for easy mountain living, this single-level home features an open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area centered around a cozy fireplace. Just beyond, a covered back porch opens to the peaceful, wooded setting — perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation.
The home includes two bedrooms and two bathrooms, along with a versatile bonus room. The gentle, nearly level yard at approximately 3,900 feet in elevation offers exceptional usability — rare for a Highlands-area property.
Updates include a new HVAC system, encapsulated basement, fresh exterior paint, and a roof replacement in 2022. A large circular driveway provides ample parking and easy access.
With no HOA and no deed restrictions, this property offers flexibility for personal use, a second home, or a short-term rental investment. Enjoy close proximity to hiking, waterfalls, and outdoor recreation, as well as Highlands’ renowned dining, boutique shopping, and arts scene.
A true mountain retreat — comfortable and ready to enjoy from day one, with the chance to personalize over time.
Sold for $600,000
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$600,000
255 Turtle Pond Road, Highlands, NC 28741
2beds
--sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1978
0.96 Acres Lot
$600,000 Zestimate®
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$3,152 Estimated rent
Home value
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$570,000 - $630,000
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Encapsulated basementCozy fireplaceSingle-level homeVersatile bonus roomPeaceful wooded settingNew hvac systemFresh exterior paint
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Listed by:
Rachel Wavra,
Silver Creek Real Estate Group, Inc.
Bought with:
Clif Gottwals, 312893
Christie's International Real Estate Highlands-Cashiers
Source: HCMLS,MLS#: 1003082Originating MLS: Highlands Cashiers Board of Realtors
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Primary bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom 2
- Level: Main
Bonus room
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Central, Multi-Fuel
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Crawl Space,Exterior Entry,Encapsulated
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Circular Driveway, Gravel
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Covered, Wrap Around
- Exterior features: Outdoor Grill
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.96 Acres
- Features: Borders National Forest, Back Yard, Level, Flat
- Topography: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 7429466729
- Zoning description: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1978
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Satellite Internet Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Near National Forest
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Highlands
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $483,600
- Annual tax amount: $1,518
- Date on market: 4/16/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 87 days
- Road surface type: Gravel
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/29/2026 | Sold | $600,000-7.7% |
Source: HCMLS #1003082 Report a problem | ||
| 7/13/2026 | Pending sale | $650,000 |
Source: HCMLS #1003082 Report a problem | ||
| 6/22/2026 | Contingent | $650,000 |
Source: HCMLS #1003082 Report a problem | ||
| 4/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $650,000-7% |
Source: HCMLS #1003082 Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/2024 | Listing removed | $699,000 |
Source: HCMLS #104147 Report a problem | ||
| 4/19/2024 | Listed for sale | $699,000+29.4% |
Source: HCMLS #104147 Report a problem | ||
| 7/6/2023 | Sold | $540,000+0% |
Source: HCMLS #101907 Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/2023 | Pending sale | $539,900 |
Source: HCMLS #101907 Report a problem | ||
| 4/24/2023 | Contingent | $539,900 |
Source: HCMLS #101907 Report a problem | ||
| 4/19/2023 | Listed for sale | $539,900 |
Source: HCMLS #101907 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,518 | $483,600 |
| 2024 | $1,518 +32% | $483,600 +34.1% |
| 2023 | $1,150 +8.4% | $360,540 +62.6% |
| 2022 | $1,062 | $221,770 |
| 2021 | $1,062 +5.6% | $221,770 |
| 2020 | $1,006 +1.3% | $221,770 |
| 2019 | $993 -0.8% | $221,770 -11.9% |
| 2018 | $1,000 | $251,630 |
| 2017 | -- | $251,630 |
| 2016 | -- | $251,630 |
| 2015 | -- | $251,630 -21.5% |
| 2014 | $977 | $320,510 |
| 2013 | $977 | $320,510 |
| 2012 | -- | $320,510 |
| 2011 | -- | $320,510 |
| 2010 | -- | $320,510 |
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Neighborhood: 28741
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