Discover a rare opportunity in the scenic Turtle Pond area with this versatile 3.75-acre property encompassing five beautiful, wild trout creekfront parcels along picturesque Turtle Pond Creek and Piney Knob Fork Creek. Surrounded by natural beauty, the property offers an exceptional combination of mountain, meadow, and creek views, along with privacy and exciting possibilities for future use.
Stroll down to the creek and cross over to your own private meadow and picnic area, where a welcoming firepit with seating, plus 2 other firepits, create the perfect setting for gathering with family and friends. A spacious deck overlooks the gently laying grounds, providing an ideal vantage point for enjoying the peaceful mountain setting and soothing sounds of the creek. The home features two spacious private bedroom suites plus an additional upstairs bedroom. A full basement with a propane heater offers tremendous potential for expansion and could be transformed into a game room, home theater, bar, additional family room, sleeping quarters, or generous storage space. Four additional lots enhance the property's privacy while also providing opportunities for additional homes or a family compound. One of the lots already has a septic system and well in place, adding even more flexibility for future development. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the neighborhood's proximity to U.S. Forest Service lands, providing access to miles of hiking and exploration throughout the surrounding area. Turtle Pond is known for its scenic mountain setting while offering convenient access from both Highway 64 and Highway 106.
Whether envisioned as a private mountain retreat, family compound, or property with future development potential, this unique creekfront offering provides endless possibilities in one of the area's most naturally beautiful settings. This house is only 4 miles to Downtown Highlands.
For sale
$1,250,000
48 Mountain Brook Way, Highlands, NC 28741
3beds
--sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1998
3.75 Acres Lot
$1,245,600 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Peaceful mountain settingScenic mountain settingSurrounded by natural beautyWelcoming firepit with seatingAdditional upstairs bedroom
- 6 days
- 777
- 21
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Josephine Lovell,
Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT,
Cathy Garren,
Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT
Source: HCMLS,MLS#: 1004042Originating MLS: Highlands Cashiers Board of Realtors
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Electric Range, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Workshop
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Full,Concrete,Storage Space,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Great Room
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Additional Parking, Asphalt
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Porch
- Exterior features: Fire Pit, Satellite Dish
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Creek/Stream
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Creek/Stream
- Waterfront features: Creek
- Body of water: Turtle Pond Creek
Lot
- Size: 3.75 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Cleared, Corners Marked, Gentle Sloping, Meadow, Native Plants, Private, Rolling Slope, Views, Level
- Topography: Level,Rolling
Details
- Parcel number: 7520550037
- Zoning description: Residential
- Other equipment: Satellite Dish
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1998
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Community/Coop
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Near National Forest
- Subdivision: Highlands Glen
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Highlands
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $537,690
- Annual tax amount: $2,460
- Date on market: 8/28/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 6 days
Estimated market value
$1,245,600
$1.18M - $1.31M
$4,010/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,250,000+212.5% |
Source: HCMLS #1004042 Report a problem | ||
| 12/30/2021 | Sold | $400,000-11.1% |
Source: HCMLS #97723 Report a problem | ||
| 12/5/2021 | Pending sale | $450,000 |
Source: HCMLS #97723 Report a problem | ||
| 11/23/2021 | Price change | $450,000-9.5% |
Source: HCMLS #97723 Report a problem | ||
| 10/19/2021 | Listed for sale | $497,000+255% |
Source: HCMLS #97723 Report a problem | ||
| 12/31/2012 | Sold | $140,000-25.9% |
Source: HCMLS #76105 Report a problem | ||
| 11/26/2012 | Price change | $189,000-5% |
Source: Keller Williams Realty #51140 Report a problem | ||
| 9/14/2012 | Price change | $199,000-43.1% |
Source: Keller Williams Realty #51140 Report a problem | ||
| 6/11/2011 | Price change | $349,500-12.4% |
Source: JOHN CLEAVELAND REALTY #57268 Report a problem | ||
| 11/23/2010 | Listed for sale | $399,000 |
Source: John Cleaveland Realty, A Division Of Country Club Properties #57268 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,674 | $537,690 |
| 2024 | $1,674 +0.7% | $537,690 |
| 2023 | $1,662 +4.7% | $537,690 +56.2% |
| 2022 | $1,588 | $344,240 |
| 2021 | $1,588 +5.8% | $344,240 |
| 2020 | $1,501 +0.9% | $344,240 |
| 2019 | $1,488 | $344,240 -17.7% |
| 2018 | $1,488 -6.9% | $418,060 |
| 2017 | $1,599 | $418,060 |
| 2016 | $1,599 | $418,060 |
| 2015 | $1,599 -16.3% | $418,060 -10.8% |
| 2014 | $1,910 | $468,860 |
| 2013 | $1,910 | $468,860 |
| 2012 | -- | $468,860 |
| 2011 | -- | $468,860 |
| 2010 | -- | $468,860 |
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