Welcome to this adorable and beautifully renovated 1940s cottage, brimming with timeless charm and modern conveniences. Step inside to discover a delightful living and kitchen area with vaulted ceilings, exuding natural light and a spacious feel thanks to the tasteful use of tongue and groove planks. The original features, such as the wormy chestnut walls, pine floors, and doors, have been lovingly preserved, creating a warm and inviting ambiance throughout. The kitchen boasts a perfect blend of old-world charm and contemporary functionality, featuring stainless appliances harmoniously paired with the original farmhouse sink. The thoughtful addition of a second bathroom ensures enhanced comfort and privacy for everyone. A hidden gem awaits in the form of a versatile bonus room adjacent to the kitchen. Whether you seek extra sleeping space, a game room, or a spot for your furry friends, this space caters to your needs. Outside, the gentle lot is adorned with apple trees and offers ample gardening space for your green thumb endeavors. Settle in on the spacious front porch and watch in awe as mama doe and her speckled baby frolic among the trees, savoring apple treats, creating a serene and picturesque scene. Perfectly situated near a tranquil lake and a convenient hiking trailhead, this cottage invites you to embrace an active outdoor lifestyle. And when you crave a dose of small-town charm, a leisurely stroll to Main Street will lead you to shopping, restaurants and summer concerts and festivals at nearby Kelsey Hutchinson Park. This charming cottage seamlessly blends the allure of the past with the comforts of the present, making it an ideal place to call home. Don't miss the opportunity to experience the enchantment of this meticulously renovated gem!
Single-familyProperty Type
1947Year Built
0.48 acresLot Size
Listed by Julie Osborn• Allen Tate/Pat Allen Realty Group
Listed by Pat Allen• Allen Tate/Pat Allen Realty Group
Contact: 8285268784
Bought with Chuck Self• Silver Creek Real Estate Group, Inc.
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.48 Acres
Year renovated
1987
Sq. Ft.
884
Year built
1947
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Macon County
APN
7540821540
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
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Electric, Heat Pump
Has Heating
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Eat-in Kitchen, High Speed Internet
Window Features: Window Treatments
Furnished: Unfurnished
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Wood
Fireplace Features: None
Room Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Has Basement
Basement Details: Crawl Space, Exterior Entry, Full, Other
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Garden
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Porch
Roof: Metal, Shingle
Building Information
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Asbestos, Stone
Foundation Details: Block
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Cleared, Level, Rolling Slope, City Lot
Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
Lot Size : 0.48
Lot Size Area: 0.48
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.48
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,111.21
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Cable Available
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Location Information
Directions: From Main Street in Highlands: Turn onto N. 5th Street and follow to Right onto Chestnut Street. Follow straight then veer Left onto Big Bear Pen Road. Follow for .4 miles then turn Right onto Upper Lake Road. Proceed straight/veer Left where the road splits with Biscuit Rock Rd. Home will be first home on Left after that split, 278 Upper Lake Road.
Subdivision Name: Bear Pen
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 884
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.48 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1947
Year Renovated: 1987
County: Macon County
APN: 7540821540
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 27, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: HighlandsCashiersBoardOfRealtors
AttributionContact: 8285268784
Around this home
Schools
Highlands School
Public K-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
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
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 93° expected this year, 18 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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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in
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