Secluded behind the gates of Rustic Falls is one of the only exceptional view homes in Highlands built in the last 5 years. Situated in beautiful Horse Cove - 4 miles and 10 minutes from all the Main Street boutiques, restaurants, and amenities that Highlands has to offer. (Recently acclaimed as the #1 best small town shopping and 10th best cultural small town in America!) The stunning view of the Black Rock Mountain Cliff side may be enjoyed from the great room, master suite and deck from sunrise to sunset. The home is situated on just over an acre-landscaped with native plants and rock walls. Built just three years ago, the floor plan features a vaulted, open kitchen, living, stacked stone fireplace, and dining area that flow out to the viewing deck. The master suite, office, and 2nd bedroom and bath are also placed on the main floor. The lower level has lots of natural light, featuring a 3rd bedroom, bath, and living/entertainment room with expansive deck. Included on this level is a huge 2 car garage and workshop area. Come and enjoy the serenity, views, and magic of Horse Cove/Highlands, NC. The seller is a NC real estate broker.
Single-familyProperty Type
2016Year Built
1.01 acresLot Size
2 car garageParking
Listed by William Bubenick Jr.• Highlands Sotheby's International Realty
Contact: 8285264104
Bought with Alan Cone• Keller Williams Great Smokies
Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Porch
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Levels: Two
Construction Materials: Fiber Cement
Property Features
Has View
Other Equipment: Satellite Dish
Other Structures: Workshop
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Sloped, Steep Slope, Wooded
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Size : 1.01
Lot Size Area: 1.01
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1.01
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,473.97
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Fee: $425
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Derived Association Fee (Monthly): $35.42
Location Information
Directions: From Highlands follow Main Street East it becomes Horse Cove Road. Follow Horse Cove Road for approximately 2 1/2 miles to Walkingstick Road on right. Turn onto Walkingstick and proceed 1/2 mile to gate for Rustic Falls on Left. Turn through gate and proceed to top (bearing right) to 565 Chestnut Ridge Road on Right.
Subdivision Name: Rustic Falls
Community Information
Community Features: Gated
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,735
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.01 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2016
Year Renovated: —
County: Macon County
APN: 7459535505
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 27, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: HighlandsCashiersBoardOfRealtors
AttributionContact: 8285264104
Around this home
Schools
Highlands School
Public K-12 • Assigned • 2.3mi
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
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 95° 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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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in
June and 4.6 hours in December, placing it below the
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