Privacy abounds from this 2BR/2.5BA home on 8.05+/- acres that adjoins USFS land. The home offers main level living with a large eat in kitchen with island, living area with wood-burning fireplace, and large master bedroom with an en-suite bath. The lower level has extra living space: a family room, kitchenette, full bath, additional sleeping space, and a walk-out patio. Enjoy nature and "mountain time" as you relax on the large wrap around deck. Winter views from 3,000 feet.
Single-familyProperty Type
2004Year Built
8.05 acresLot Size
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Lorna Alexander• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty - CA
Listed by Teresa Seay• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty
Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Construction Materials: Stone, Vinyl Siding
Property Features
Has View
Accessibility Features: Accessible Entrance
Other Structures: Workshop
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Rolling Slope, Subdivided
Lot Size : 8.05
Lot Size Area: 8.05
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 8.05
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,477.60
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private, Well
Electric: Generator
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Location Information
Directions: From Highlands, NC, travel west on Highway 64 (Franklin Rd), then turn right on Walnut Creek Rd. Go approximately two miles and take a left on Ledford Branch Rd. Proceed approximately 1 mile, then take a right (at sign) on Laurel Ridge at yellow mailbox/number 96. Turn right and travel up hill; go left at fork. Follow signs to property at top of hill.
Subdivision Name: None
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,352
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 8.05 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2004
Year Renovated: —
County: Macon County
APN: 7524607038
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 27, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: HighlandsCashiersBoardOfRealtors
AttributionContact: 8285261717
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Mountain View Intermediate School
Public 5-6 • Assigned • 5.7mi
3/10
Macon Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 5.5mi
6/10
Macon Early College High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.8mi
7/10
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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
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 89° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
6 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 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 8.6 hours in
June and 4.5 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
8.6 hrs
4.5 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$484,000 – $586,000
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