This historic home and guest cottage were built in 1935 by Linton Young and named "Eyrie I. " The name aptly describes its definition: High and remote but commanding. The house and guest house are both listed on the National Registry. Located in the historic Satulah Road district of town with panoramic mountain views and sited on 1.81 acres. All of the hardwood flooring, shiplap walls and wood ceilings and beams are original to the home. The living room has chestnut paneling (pre-wormy). The original stone in the living room fireplace is from Satulah. The home has been completely updated with new electrical and plumbing, new baths, and kitchen. 3 bedrooms, 4 1/2 baths in the main house, and 1 bedroom, 1 bath in the guest cottage. The kitchen has professional stainless kitchen appliances with custom cabinets and granite stone accent wall. The master suite has his and hers separate baths and walk-in closets. His shower is a steam shower. Upstairs suite was originally the maid's quarters. The crawl space level could be converted to a rec room, studio, or home office. The duct work is already in place and is currently being used for storage. New cedar shake roof on main house and guest house. Stone walkways and moss covered walls throughout the property with outdoor lighting. Large outdoor deck to enjoy the views. Norman Askins consulted on the renovation of this historic home.
Single-familyProperty Type
1935Year Built
1.81 acresLot Size
2 spacesParking
Listed by Cathy Garren• Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT
This unique property exudes Old Highlands charm. There are 3 separate structures on 3.1 acres (2 lots). The possibilities are endless. The Guest Home is a comfortable 2/2 with a gorgeous stone fireplace in the spacious higher ceiling living room and a large enclosed porch. Beautiful wood paneling and floors throughout. . The Main Home was built in the 30's (?) and has lovely wood paneling and floors. There are 3 BRs and 2 BAs on the main floor and child sized rooms & bath on the upper floor. The living room is spacious with a large stone wood burning fireplace. The enclosed porch runs the full length of the home. Central heat & A/C in both of these structures. There's a 2 car carport that has 2 rooms, a bath and a deck. There are beautiful weathered, flat stone walkways between the 3 buildings. All of this set on one of Highlands most coveted addresses, Satulah Road. Across Satulah Rd is acres of privately owned cleared land that will enhance your feeling of being away from it all, but you are in the heart of Highlands. The wooded, gentle property runs from the houses down to Old Walhalla Rd. There really are multiple possibilities for this one of a kind property. The 2 houses could immediately be occupied by family, friends or rentals. The rooms attached to the carport could be expanded for a stand alone residence or updated as extra sleeping for the compound. The views from the carport area gives some idea as to what could be obtained by trimming the wooded acreage. An estate or multiple homes are other possible uses as the land has a long frontage on Satulah as well as Old Walhalla frontage. See this one today!!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,228
$912,240 + $1,129,150
$2,041,390
2024
$8,228 (+0.3%)
$912,240 + $1,129,090
$2,041,330
2023
$8,204 (−7.0%)
$912,240 + $1,129,090
$2,041,330
2022
$8,824
$800,000 + $667,770
$1,467,770
2021
$8,824 (+31.0%)
$800,000 + $667,770
$1,467,770
2020
$6,734
$800,000 + $393,030
$1,193,030
Tax history for 525 Satulah Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,228
$912,240 + $1,129,150
$2,041,390
2024
$8,228 (+0.3%)
$912,240 + $1,129,090
$2,041,330
2023
$8,204 (−7.0%)
$912,240 + $1,129,090
$2,041,330
2022
$8,824
$800,000 + $667,770
$1,467,770
2021
$8,824 (+31.0%)
$800,000 + $667,770
$1,467,770
2020
$6,734
$800,000 + $393,030
$1,193,030
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch, Porch
Roof: Wood
Building Information
Levels: One and One Half
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Property Features
Has View
Other Equipment: Satellite Dish
Other Structures: Guest House
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level, Rolling Slope, Wooded, City Lot
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Size : 1.81
Lot Size Area: 1.81
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1.81
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,500
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Location Information
Directions: From downtown Highlands, take S 4th Street to Satulah Road. Right on Satulah Road. At intersection of Worley and Satulah turn right. First driveway on right.
Subdivision Name: None
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 5.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,931
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 1.81 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1960
Year Renovated: 2000
County: Macon County
APN: 7449471611
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 27, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: HighlandsCashiersBoardOfRealtors
AttributionContact: 8285268300
Around this home
Schools
Highlands School
Public K-12 • Assigned • 0.2mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
3 days above 93° expected this year, 8 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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in
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