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Off market jul 2024 for $937K

$1,039,843

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $6,179/mo

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1209 Hickory Hill Rd, Highlands, NC 28741

About this home

"Hickory Hill '' is the quintessential Highlands lake cottage having been carefully renovated to preserve its 1940's roots and charm with milled beadboard walls/ceilings, stone fireplace and patina'd wood floors. This lake view cottage is just steps away from Mirror Lake and within walking distance to Highland's town center. From the private courtyard, you enter into the foyer/dining area that invitingly flows into the main living area which features a vaulted ceiling and original stone fireplace. The cozy kitchen has been updated to preserve its vintage charm while providing all of the modern amenities you need. Hickory Hill features two (2) large lower level bedrooms with updated ensuite bathrooms and a large upper level sleeping loft. A screened porch and an open grilling deck along the back of the house provide several options from which to enjoy the view of Mirror Lake. This home is being offered exquisitely furnished and appointed for turn-key use. Hickory Hill offers potential use and enjoyment as a private mountain retreat and/or as an income property. Hickory Hill is an active income property with exceptional guest reviews and strong revenue performance. Rental history, rates, guest reviews and a list of minor furnishing exclusions are available upon request.

Single-familyProperty Type

1940Year Built

3,484 sq ftLot Size

Listed by Clif Gottwals • Christie's International Real Estate Highlands-Cashiers

Listed by Doug Helms • Christie's International Real Estate Highlands-Cashiers

Contact: 8284825022

Bought with Michael Cox • Betsy Paul Properties, Inc.

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•Source:HCMLS #104489

Redfin Estimate

$1,039,843

$102K since sold in July 2024$5,000 since October

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This home's estimate is 31.4% higher than the average sale price ($791K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD OCT 2, 2026
$975,000
A
1 bed2 baths— sq ft
286 Mirror Lake Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
SOLD SEP 30, 2026
$1,200,000
B
3 beds3 baths1,468 sq ft
464 Franklin Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
SOLD MAY 26, 2026
$855,000
C
2 beds2 baths— sq ft
48 Holt Knob Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
SOLD JUL 8, 2026
$370,000
D
2 beds1 bath— sq ft
348 Chowan Dr, Highlands, NC 28741
SOLD SEP 1, 2026
$590,000
E
3 beds2 baths— sq ft
181 Cherokee Dr, Highlands, NC 28741
SOLD OCT 9, 2026
$757,500
F
2 beds2 baths— sq ft
180 Country Club Dr, Highlands, NC 28741

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Market trends in 28741, NC

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-list price

94.4%

0.0% MoM

Median sale price

$1.4M

$174K MoM

Avg. days on market

78d

10 days MoM

Recently sold homes

5 MoM

New listings for sale

NEW 32 HRS AGO
$1,100,000
3 beds2 baths— sq ft
85 Ralph Thomas Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
3D WALKTHROUGH
$1,950,000
8 beds5 baths— sq ft
230 Moon Mountain Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
3D WALKTHROUGH
$999,000
3 beds2 baths— sq ft
1331 Leonard Rd Unit B-2, Highlands, NC 28741
3D WALKTHROUGH
$289,000
3 beds1 bath— sq ft
8388 Buck Creek Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
3D WALKTHROUGH
$3,900,000
6 beds5.5 baths6,284 sq ft
6435 Buck Creek Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
3D WALKTHROUGH
$1,950,000
4 beds4.5 baths— sq ft
343 Cullasaja Dr, Highlands, NC 28741
$829,000
2 beds2 baths— sq ft
107 Chestnut Cv Unit 1D, Highlands, NC 28741
$609,500
1 bed1 bath— sq ft
49 & 50 Chestnut Walk, Highlands, NC 28741
3D WALKTHROUGH
$825,000
2 beds2 baths— sq ft
205 Skyline Lodge Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
3D WALKTHROUGH
$625,000
2 beds2 baths— sq ft
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Sale history for 1209 Hickory Hill Rd

Date

Event

Price

HCMLS #104489

Jul 24, 2024

Sold

$937,500

Jul 11, 2024

Pending

—

Jun 17, 2024

Contingent

—

Jun 9, 2024

Listed

$975,000

HCMLS #91273

Jul 31, 2019

Sold

$425,000

Jun 19, 2019

Listed

$425,000

Updated and charming home within a short walk to the lake! Enjoy being in-town with a small lushly landscaped yard that is perfect for a second home owner wanting a low maintenance property. This home is owned by two artists and has been lovingly and carefully updated keeping all of the charm of the 1940's lake cottage. Beautiful rustic finish on the milled bead-board walls and ceilings in the living area have a wonderful rich patina. Hardwood floors are throughout the home, the patina on the dining room floor is exceptional. In 2016, the new master bedroom with high ceilings, new bathroom along with the studio tower was built. The second bedroom off the living room accommodates a king size bed and has an ensuite bathroom. The kitchen has all you need with the new stainless steel appliances purchased in 2016 /2017 and they kept the original cottage charm. Enclosed and open deck for grilling along the back of the house to enjoy the outdoors. Owners are selling partially furnished. Owner's reserve the right to remove the attached art sculptures.

HCMLS #79256

Jun 2, 2014

Sold

$280,000

Apr 24, 2014

Listed

$289,000

This charming and cozy Mirror Lake cottage is the perfect vacation retreat. The small, no maintenance yard is situated just a close walk to the lake. The cottage built in 1940 was lovingly restored by the current owners. It has decorative antique paneling, a beautiful masonry stone fireplace with gas starter, vaulted ceilings and a country kitchen. From the screened porch and the open deck, views of Mirror lake can be seen and enjoyed.

Public Records

Oct 25, 2004

Sold

$189,000

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,667 (+1.0%)

$91,920 + $558,890

$650,810

2024

$2,639 (+0.5%)

$91,920 + $558,890

$650,810

2023

$2,627 (+33.8%)

$91,920 + $551,940

$643,860

2022

$1,964

$64,970 + $251,520

$316,490

2021

$1,964 (+4.2%)

$64,970 + $251,520

$316,490

2020

$1,884 (+0.7%)

$64,970 + $251,520

$316,490

2019

$1,871 (+43.2%)

$64,970 + $251,520

$316,490

2018

$1,307

$64,000 + $167,400

$231,400

2017

$1,307

$64,000 + $167,400

$231,400

2016

$1,307 (+13.5%)

$64,000 + $167,400

$231,400

2015

$1,152 (+37.6%)

$64,000 + $167,400

$231,400

2014

$837

$64,000 + $110,690

$174,690

Tax history for 1209 Hickory Hill Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,667 (+1.0%)

$91,920 + $558,890

$650,810

2024

$2,639 (+0.5%)

$91,920 + $558,890

$650,810

2023

$2,627 (+33.8%)

$91,920 + $551,940

$643,860

2022

$1,964

$64,970 + $251,520

$316,490

2021

$1,964 (+4.2%)

$64,970 + $251,520

$316,490

2020

$1,884 (+0.7%)

$64,970 + $251,520

$316,490

2019

$1,871 (+43.2%)

$64,970 + $251,520

$316,490

2018

$1,307

$64,000 + $167,400

$231,400

2017

$1,307

$64,000 + $167,400

$231,400

2016

$1,307 (+13.5%)

$64,000 + $167,400

$231,400

2015

$1,152 (+37.6%)

$64,000 + $167,400

$231,400

2014

$837

$64,000 + $110,690

$174,690

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

1.5

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

3,485 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

2000

Sq. Ft.

1,566

Year built

1940

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Macon County

APN

7540151511

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
Parking Features: Gravel, Parking Lot

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Ductless, Electric
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Natural Gas

Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), High Speed Internet
Window Features: Window Treatments
Furnished: Furnished
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Disposal, Gas Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Tile, Wood
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Stone, Wood Burning

Room Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Basement Details: Crawl Space, Exterior Entry

Exterior

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: None
Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Covered, Patio, Porch, Screened
Roof: Shingle

Building Information
Direction Faces: North
Levels: Two
Construction Materials: Frame, Wood Siding
Foundation Details: Block

Property Features
Has View

Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Features: Level, City Lot
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Size : 0.08
Lot Size Area: 0.08
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.08

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,627

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Cable Available
Sewer: Public Sewer

Location

Location Information
Directions: From Highlands' Main Street take 64 West towards Franklin, turn right on Mirror Lake Road, cross the bridge and turn left onto Hickory Hill, 1209 Hickory Hill is quickly on your left.
Subdivision Name: Cullasaja Heights

Community Information
Community Features: Lake

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,566
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 3,485 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: 2000
County: Macon County
APN: 7540151511

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 27, 2026

Other

Listing Information
List AOR: HighlandsCashiersBoardOfRealtors
AttributionContact: 8284825022

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Highlands School

Public K-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

4/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 11-17% chance 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 93° expected this year, 20 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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Estimated sale price

$988,000 – $1.20M

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Home values near 1209 Hickory Hill Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
1210 Hickory Hill Road, Highlands, NC 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2107 Sq. Ft.	$1,096,630
1185 Hickory Hill Road, Highlands, NC 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 1905 Sq. Ft.	$1,530,347
1178 Hickory Hill Road, Highlands, NC 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 1752 Sq. Ft.	$1,097,847
1194 Hickory Hill Road, Highlands, NC 1 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 988 Sq. Ft.	$660,566
286 Mirror Lake Road, Highlands, NC 1 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,039,280
281 Mirror Lake Road, Highlands, NC 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1957 Sq. Ft.	$760,850
45 Perquin Road, Highlands, NC 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,510,822

Address	Redfin Estimate
1217 Hickory Hill Road, Highlands, NC 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,046,467
1195 Hickory Hill Road, Highlands, NC 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,691,089
1234 Hickory Hill Road, Highlands, NC 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 890 Sq. Ft.	$461,878
1130 Hickory Hill Road, Highlands, NC 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1361 Sq. Ft.	$715,398
250 Mirror Lake Road, Highlands, NC 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 668 Sq. Ft.	$369,690
69 Perquin Road, Highlands, NC 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 616 Sq. Ft.	$421,649
349 Mirror Lake Road, Highlands, NC 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 900 Sq. Ft.	$451,372

Address	Redfin Estimate
1155 Hickory Hill Road, Highlands, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2113 Sq. Ft.	$1,389,454
1130 Hickory Hill Road, Highlands, NC 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1361 Sq. Ft.	$720,887
1227 Hickory Hill Road, Highlands, NC 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1268 Sq. Ft.	$570,639
1130 Hickory Hill Road, Highlands, NC 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1361 Sq. Ft.	$725,657
356 Mirror Lake Road, Highlands, NC 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2650 Sq. Ft.	$1,498,231
327 Mirror Lake Road, Highlands, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1436 Sq. Ft.	$756,201
240 Cullasaja Drive, Highlands, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1537 Sq. Ft.	$1,010,246

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