WILL NOT LAST LONG! Beautifully kept home amongst the trees on over an acre of land nestled in a private community in Highlands, NC. Perfect for family escapes to the mountains Less than 10 minutes to Main Street and offers ridge line mountain views with rock faces and a peek-a-boo view of Satulah Mountain's peak! This home is turn-key with a small exclusions list. Main level features open living/dining/kitchen with vaulted ceilings, gas log fireplace with remote, and access to the expansive covered living porch. Cook out, relax, and enjoy the views! Master bedroom on main level offers private screened porch, a perfect place for a morning coffee and enjoying the view. There is also a wet bar and bonus room on main level, great for a home office space. Meander up the stairs lined with handcrafted woven wood railings to the extra large guest suite and loft area. Guest suite has private full bath, two large closets and a private balcony. Light and bright, any guest is sure to enjoy their time there. The lower level offers a family room with second fireplace, great for game nights or enjoying your company. Another guest suite with full bath and cedar lined closet, utility room and full laundry room are also found on lower level. Owners installed UV light water filtration system. Quiet neighborhood great for walking and close to Blue Valley which offers miles and miles of hiking, river and trails. Stop by for a great hike to Picklesimer Rock House or fishing in Wilson Lake.
Charming and so comfortable, this cabin in the woods lives large and enjoys plenty of space to be a family retreat. Only 8 minutes to Highlands and all the great shopping and restaurants as well as hiking and fishing in the local areas! Large eat in kitchen with all new high-end appliances, a cozy living room with stone fireplace, and a spacious covered deck to entertain and enjoy the cool summer air. A wet bar is conveniently located between the kitchen and living area. The main level has a bedroom with a private screened deck and a bonus room to use as you prefer. The lower level has a family room with an additional fireplace, large bedroom/bath and laundry. Master suite on upper level large enough for two beds and a sitting loft. All three levels have a bedroom situation you would enjoy as a master. Wonderful high ceilings and lots of windows to let the light inside. Beautifully furnished and all furnishings are negotiable. Meticulously maintained and loved, don't miss this opportunity to have your cabin in the woods for your own family memories. Has a view to enjoy as well!
Public Records
May 15, 1998
Sold
$174,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,224
$58,960 + $668,960
$727,920
2024
$2,224 (+0.5%)
$58,960 + $668,960
$727,920
2023
$2,212 (+23.7%)
$58,960 + $668,960
$727,920
2022
$1,788
$38,760 + $351,930
$390,690
2021
$1,788 (+5.9%)
$38,760 + $351,930
$390,690
2020
$1,689 (+0.8%)
$38,760 + $351,930
$390,690
2019
$1,676 (+24.0%)
$38,760 + $351,930
$390,690
2018
$1,351
$65,620 + $283,550
$349,170
2017
$1,351
$65,620 + $283,550
$349,170
2016
$1,351 (+1.7%)
$65,620 + $283,550
$349,170
2015
$1,328 (+3.0%)
$65,620 + $283,550
$349,170
2014
$1,289
$84,430 + $338,410
$422,840
Tax history for 142 Hidden Springs Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,224
$58,960 + $668,960
$727,920
2024
$2,224 (+0.5%)
$58,960 + $668,960
$727,920
2023
$2,212 (+23.7%)
$58,960 + $668,960
$727,920
2022
$1,788
$38,760 + $351,930
$390,690
2021
$1,788 (+5.9%)
$38,760 + $351,930
$390,690
2020
$1,689 (+0.8%)
$38,760 + $351,930
$390,690
2019
$1,676 (+24.0%)
$38,760 + $351,930
$390,690
2018
$1,351
$65,620 + $283,550
$349,170
2017
$1,351
$65,620 + $283,550
$349,170
2016
$1,351 (+1.7%)
$65,620 + $283,550
$349,170
2015
$1,328 (+3.0%)
$65,620 + $283,550
$349,170
2014
$1,289
$84,430 + $338,410
$422,840
*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
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.2 Acres
Year renovated
2010
Sq. Ft.
2,840
Year built
1998
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Macon County
APN
7448573159
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
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, Gravel
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Interior Features: Wet Bar, Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen Island, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), High Speed Internet
Window Features: Skylight(s)
Furnished: Furnished
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Covered, Deck, Porch, Screened
Roof: Metal, Wood
Building Information
Levels: One and One Half
Construction Materials: Frame, Log Siding, 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: Rolling Slope, Wooded
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Lot Size : 1.195
Lot Size Area: 1.195
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1.195
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,689.13
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Shared Well
Utilities: Cable Available
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Fee: $300
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Derived Association Fee (Monthly): $25
Location Information
Directions: From Main Street Highlands take Hwy 28 south approximately 4.9 miles to Sassafras Gap Road. Turn Right onto Sassafras Gap and Hidden Springs Road is first road on the right (.3 miles). Follow Hidden Springs Road to sign for 142 (home on left). Realty sign at drive.
Subdivision Name: Harrells Acres
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,840
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 1.2 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1998
Year Renovated: 2010
County: Macon County
APN: 7448573159
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 27, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: HighlandsCashiersBoardOfRealtors
AttributionContact: 8285261717
Around this home
Schools
Highlands School
Public K-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° 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
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in
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