History abounds in this Charming Farmhouse set on 8+ unrestricted acres owned by the same family since built in 1954! Step back in time when supper at Grandma's was a common event and family conversations took place around the kitchen table. Gorgeous property with Cowee Valley pastoral views. Nice mixture of fenced pasture, woods and easy, paved to the door access on state maintained road. One level living w/ no steps to enter home. Original, rich wood doors & hardwood flooring under carpet and kitchen vinyl. 2 BRs, 2 BAs + a Bonus Room w/ closet. Gas log brick fireplace and built-ins for storage. Lots of windows for natural light. Spacious outbuilding, powered workshop, add'l storage room & lean-to. Convenient carport across from main entrance. Large laundry room off kitchen w/ built in cabinets & a partial basement (outdoor access only). Amazing property is a homesteader's delight! There's room for a barn, garden & more. Hand dug well w/ access in the laundry room, new pressure tank 2024. A beautiful property in a great location! If you love vintage charm, there's so much potential here! Roll up your sleeves and make it your own!
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8.32 Acres
Year renovated
1975
Sq. Ft.
1,266
Year built
1954
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Macon County
APN
6587681410
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 27, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Has Carport
# of Carport Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Carport, Detached, Paved
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Electric, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
Furnished: Unfurnished
Appliances: Dryer, Electric Oven, Freezer, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Carpet, Other, Wood
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Masonry
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Details: Exterior Entry, Partial
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Property Features
Other Structures: Shed(s), Workshop
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Wooded
Lot Size : 8.32
Lot Size Area: 8.32
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 8.32
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $750.72
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Utilities: Other, See Remarks
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Location Information
Directions: From Franklin, go north on Hwy. 28 for 5.5 miles, veer right on Cowee Creek Rd. Shortly, turn RT on Cowee School Rd, go 1/3 of a mile, home on left at paved driveway.
Subdivision Name: None
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,266
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8.32 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1954
Year Renovated: 1975
County: Macon County
APN: 6587681410
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 27, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: HighlandsCashiersBoardOfRealtors
AttributionContact: 8283690000
Around this home
Schools
Iotla Elementary
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 2.3mi
8/10
Macon Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 7.1mi
6/10
Franklin High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.8mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 21 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
Franklin, NC • 28734
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
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