Experience a wonderful opportunity to discover this unforgettable, riverfront cottage, privately nestled within the lush, verdant landscapes of the Western North Carolina Mountains in Highlands. This newly remodeled, two-bedroom, two-bathroom sanctuary offers an open-concept, single-level floor plan that is bursting with natural light and features a cozy, picturesque river view right in your own backyard.
This remarkable and tranquil property overflows with charm, both inside and out. You will be naturally drawn to the rear screened porch, where the soothing sounds of the cascading river provide a serene backdrop for your morning coffee or evening beverages. For the outdoor enthusiast, a scenic private walkway leads from your back door directly to the water’s edge, perfect for fly fishing, kayaking, or soaking in the mountain sun from the lower riverside deck.
With ample parking for visiting friends and family and the rare potential to expand the home's footprint, this retreat must be seen to be truly appreciated. This is mountain living at its absolute finest.
Under contract
Price cut: $100K (8/7)
$799,000
45 Gantes Gulch Road, Highlands, NC 28741
2beds
--sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1972
1.7 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 90 days
- 51
- 4
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Cole Fuhrman,
Christie's International Real Estate Highlands-Cashiers
Source: HCMLS,MLS#: 1003440Originating MLS: Highlands Cashiers Board of Realtors
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bathroom 1
- Level: Main
Bathroom 2
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Heating
- Central, Gas, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Washer/Dryer Stacked, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Closet, Main Level, Stacked
Features
- Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Crawl Space,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas, Gas Log
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Additional Parking
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch
- Exterior features: Fire Pit, Satellite Dish
- Has view: Yes
- View description: River
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River
- Waterfront features: River Front, River Access
- Body of water: Cullasaja River
Lot
- Size: 1.7 Acres
- Features: Borders National Forest, Front Yard
- Topography: Sloping
Details
- Parcel number: 7521493395
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Metal,Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1972
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer Applied for Permit, Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Propane
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Near National Forest, Other
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Highlands
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $288,290
- Annual tax amount: $1,036
- Date on market: 6/12/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 91 days
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,401/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/24/2026 | Contingent | $799,000 |
Source: HCMLS #1003440 Report a problem | ||
| 8/7/2026 | Price change | $799,000-11.1% |
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| 6/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $899,000+413.7% |
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| 9/21/2018 | Sold | $175,000 |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,037 | $288,290 |
| 2024 | $1,037 +1.2% | $288,290 |
| 2023 | $1,025 +7% | $288,290 +60.1% |
| 2022 | $958 +3.2% | $180,020 |
| 2021 | $928 +5.2% | $180,020 |
| 2020 | $883 +5.6% | $180,020 +4.6% |
| 2019 | $836 | $172,130 |
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Neighborhood: 28741
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