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131 Horse Cove Ranch Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
About this home
Tucked away at the end of a quiet road in historic Horse Cove, this charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath cottage sits on two lots totaling 2.47 acres and borders over 730 acres of U. S. Forest Service land—offering unmatched privacy, scenic hiking trails, and endless outdoor exploration. Thoughtfully updated, the home features elegant hardwood floors, rustic beamed ceilings, and a cozy fireplace in the Great Room. The interior is tastefully furnished, blending mountain charm with modern comfort. A covered rocking chair front porch offers sweeping mountain views, while an additional open deck with an outdoor fireplace is perfect for entertaining or relaxing under the stars. The second lot offers incredible potential for future expansion or a guest cottage. Located just 3 miles from downtown Highlands, this property provides easy access to Whiteside Cove, the Iron Bridge, Secret Falls, and nearby Cashiers—making it the perfect base for your mountain lifestyle.
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Property details
Interior
- Bathroom Information
- # of Full Bathrooms: 2
- Heating & Cooling
- Has Cooling
- Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
- Has Heating
- Heating: Electric
- Interior Features
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Furnished: Partially
- Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Freezer, Gas Oven, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Has Fireplace
- # of Fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace Features: Great Room, Outside
Exterior
- Exterior Features
- Exterior Features: Private Entrance, Private Yard
- Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Porch
- Roof: Metal
- Building Information
- Levels: One
- Construction Materials: Wood Siding
- Property Features
- Waterfront Features: Creek
- 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: Back Yard, Front Yard, Gentle Sloping, Private, Secluded, Views, Wooded
- Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
- Road Frontage Type: Private Road
- Lot Size : 2.47
- Lot Size Area: 2.47
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Lot Size Acres: 2.47
- Zoning Description: None
Financial
- Tax Information
- Tax Annual Amount: $1,560.91
Utilities
- Utility Information
- Water Source: Well
- Utilities: Electricity Connected, Propane, Water Connected
- Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
- Location Information
- Directions: From Downtown Highlands, take Horse Cove Road. Left on Horse Cove Ranch Road. Stay Left to end.
- Subdivision Name: none
Public facts
- Beds: 2
- Baths: 1.5
- Sq. Ft.: 1,008
- Stories: 1.0
- Lot Size: 1.71 acres
- Style: Single Family Residential
- Year Built: 1972
- Year Renovated: 1992
- County: Macon County
- APN: 7459838939
Other
- Listing Information
- List AOR: HighlandsCashiersBoardOfRealtors
Around this home
Schools
Public K-12 • Assigned • 2.9mi
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Climate risks
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
7 days above 95° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in June and 4.6 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.
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