Enjoy the beautiful view of Satulah Mountain from this open, bright home. The main home features an open concept living area with high ceilings, fireplace, and generous windows to appreciate the view. Get that "mountain home feeling" with wood flooring, beamed ceilings, fireplace, and mountain laurel accents. Two bedrooms, full bath and laundry on the main level provides convenience while the upper level master suite with balcony offers the perfect amount of privacy. You will be proud to share the most adorable guest suite with family and friends which is tucked above the double garage. This charming space offers that perfect spot guests will vie for. Outdoor living is ample with open and covered decks plus a gazebo perfect for friendly gatherings or an afternoon read. All this is just 8 short minutes to Main Street, Highlands. The seller describes this property as "a view with a home attached. "
Single-familyProperty Type
1996Year Built
1.51 acresLot Size
2 car garageParking
Listed by Teresa Seay• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty
Contact: 8285261717
Bought with Cathy Garren• Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT
This house has privacy, BIG VIEWS of Brushy Face and Satulah mountain that you own, garden space and is a lovely cottage large enough to entertain the whole family. . Cathedral ceilings, a fenced area for the dogs, a spacious covered deck over looking the mountains, open living area and a bonus guest suite above the 2 car garage. Appliances in the kitchen are virtually new. The yard is great for gardening, along with sitting areas and a gazebo in which to enjoy the gardens. The Cathedral ceilings and the wall of windows open up the view from inside the living room. . Master suite has a loft that is perfect for the office area or a niche for reading. The house and extra lot insure that the view will always be yours. Hidden Springs is a lovely community only 8 minutes from town.
Public Records
Aug 26, 1997
Sold
$139,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,780
$53,370 + $520,860
$574,230
2024
$1,780 (+0.7%)
$53,370 + $520,860
$574,230
2023
$1,768 (−15.0%)
$53,370 + $520,860
$574,230
2022
$2,081
$114,950 + $343,770
$458,720
2021
$2,081 (+5.9%)
$114,950 + $343,770
$458,720
2020
$1,964 (+0.7%)
$114,950 + $343,770
$458,720
2019
$1,951 (+50.8%)
$114,950 + $343,770
$458,720
2018
$1,294 (+2.0%)
$63,370 + $270,000
$333,370
2017
$1,269
$63,370 + $270,000
$333,370
2016
$1,268 (+1.8%)
$63,370 + $270,000
$333,370
2015
$1,245 (+0.8%)
$56,210 + $270,000
$326,210
2014
$1,235
$70,040 + $334,060
$404,100
Tax history for 159 Hidden Springs Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,780
$53,370 + $520,860
$574,230
2024
$1,780 (+0.7%)
$53,370 + $520,860
$574,230
2023
$1,768 (−15.0%)
$53,370 + $520,860
$574,230
2022
$2,081
$114,950 + $343,770
$458,720
2021
$2,081 (+5.9%)
$114,950 + $343,770
$458,720
2020
$1,964 (+0.7%)
$114,950 + $343,770
$458,720
2019
$1,951 (+50.8%)
$114,950 + $343,770
$458,720
2018
$1,294 (+2.0%)
$63,370 + $270,000
$333,370
2017
$1,269
$63,370 + $270,000
$333,370
2016
$1,268 (+1.8%)
$63,370 + $270,000
$333,370
2015
$1,245 (+0.8%)
$56,210 + $270,000
$326,210
2014
$1,235
$70,040 + $334,060
$404,100
*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
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.21 Acres
Year renovated
2006
Sq. Ft.
1,742
Year built
1996
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Macon County
APN
7448576185
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: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Garage, Gravel
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas
Interior Features
Interior Features: Kitchen Island, Vaulted Ceiling(s), High Speed Internet
Furnished: Partially
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Gas Log
Room Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Basement Details: Crawl Space
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Porch
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Levels: One and One Half
Construction Materials: Frame
Property Features
Has View
Other Structures: Gazebo
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
Lot Size : 1.51
Lot Size Area: 1.51
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1.51
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,065.58
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Location Information
Directions: From Main Street, Highlands turn on North 4th Street (NC 28 S) then Right on Sassafras Gap Road to Right on Hidden Springs Road to # 159 on Right
Subdivision Name: Harrells Acres
Community Information
Community Features: None
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,742
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.21 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1996
Year Renovated: 2006
County: Macon County
APN: 7448576185
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
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
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7 days above 97° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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