You will be immediately impressed by this completely renovated "rustic-chalet" style getaway! Thanks to the Owner and Lehotsky & Sons builders, a diamond has been created from what was once a piece of coal. Located in the highly sought after Bright Mountain community on the sunny side of Lake Glenville, all of interiors are tastefully update. Think "new construction" in a vintage A-Frame style dwelling. From the Timber-Chinked walls, to the rough sawn flooring, new windows and doors, all mechanical including HVAC units, structural engineering, encapsulated, with landscape upgrades including boulder walls, parking areas, foundation improvements and a comprehensive drainage plan. Inside, the stone fireplace improvements, rock work, designer lighting fixtures, custom cabinetry and high end appliances in the kitchen. All bathrooms all have designer tile work, and the decking has been retained. Captivating Lake Glenville views accompany your morning coffee or evening cocktail hours with friends and family. In summary, this is a 4BR/5BA masterpiece that lives large but is not overwhelming. It 'flows". .. from the driveways to the entry, to the vaulted living-kitchen-fireplace-deck areas, to the upper "honeymoon suite" primary bedroom, to the main floor guest suites, to the lower-level multi purpose living environment. Meanwhile, this property brings the outside in, thanks to the surrounding hills, pastures, lakes, mountains, and streams that bless it. Culowhee and Cashiers are the true blend of living in solitude but being close to everything (just 11 minutes from the Cashiers Crossroads)!
Single-familyProperty Type
1975Year Built
1.09 acresLot Size
Listed by Patrick Gleeson• Christie's International Real Estate Highlands-Cashiers
Bought with Beth Townsend• Cashiers Sotheby's International Realty
Est. $3,998 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 453 Bright Mountain Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Jun 29, 2026
Sold
$1,241,000
HCMLS #1002528
Jun 29, 2026
Sold
$1,240,400
Jun 15, 2026
Pending
—
May 14, 2026
Contingent
—
Jan 29, 2026
Listed
$1,375,000
HCMLS #1
Sep 18, 2025
Price Changed
$1,425,000
HCMLS #94481
Apr 23, 2021
Sold
$280,000
Aug 25, 2020
Listed
$375,000
+24
Bright Mountain home with a long range lake view. A great home in its prime and is now in need of some major TLC. This is a home fit for large gatherings and is only 12-15 minutes to downtown Cashiers. The Lake view and privacy gives this home great mountain charm. The cathedral ceiling in the great room is the highlight inside this open living space that is filled with a lot of natural light. There are 4 bedrooms and 5 baths with a bonus downstair (lower level) that could be a game room or extra sleeping space, This home is close to hiking trails and public lake access. Two entrances to the home offer plenty of parking. Bright Mountain is quiet community and has a great sense of community. If you are looking for a project, this is the home to consider as it is priced with projects in consideration. The voluntary HOA will allow for short term rentals. This is the diamond in the rough you always hear about!
Public Records
Mar 31, 2006
Sold
$500,000
Public Records
Nov 25, 2003
Sold
$155,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,032 (−2.4%)
$155,680 + $1,038,074
$1,193,754
2025
$4,130 (+246.7%)
$155,680 + $1,038,074
$1,193,754
2024
$1,191 (+12.9%)
$126,540 + $130,214
$256,754
2023
$1,055 (−20.1%)
$126,540 + $97,070
$223,610
2022
$1,320 (−21.2%)
$126,540 + $161,780
$288,320
2021
$1,675 (−2.7%)
$126,540 + $161,780
$288,320
2020
$1,721
$126,540 + $272,540
$399,080
2019
$1,721
$121,080 + $279,550
$400,630
2018
$1,721 (+2.4%)
$121,080 + $279,550
$400,630
2017
$1,681
$121,080 + $279,550
$400,630
2016
$1,680 (+10.5%)
$121,080 + $279,550
$400,630
2014
$1,521
$91,720 + $414,180
$505,900
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.09 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,392
Year built
1975
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Jackson County
APN
7563-16-4411
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 9, 2026.
Mar 25, 2022 • Final
Residential remodel
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: Gravel, Parking Lot
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 5
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Ductless
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Ductless
Interior Features
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), High Speed Internet
Furnished: Unfurnished
Appliances: Gas Oven, Refrigerator
Flooring: Tile, Wood
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Basement, Living Room, Masonry, Wood Burning
Directions: Please take N. Norton Rd past Trillium a short distance. Then take a RIGHT into Bright Mountain Subdivision (big sign is present). Follow uphill and winding, stay RIGHT to 453.
Subdivision Name: Bright Mountain
Community Information
Community Features: None
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,392
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 1.09 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1975
Year Renovated: —
County: Jackson County
APN: 7563-16-4411
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 9, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: HighlandsCashiersBoardOfRealtors
Around this home
Schools
Blue Ridge School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 2.2mi
5/10
Blue Ridge Virtual Early College
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi
4/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 90° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Cullowhee, NC • 28723
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Sun exposure
69/ 100
Moderate sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be some shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$1.36M – $1.65M
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