Premier Highlands Country Club location! This is a dream home for golfers & croquet players. Located on the golf peninsula between the 8th & 9th fairways of Highlands' oldest & most prestigious golf course, you will be steps from both the clubhouse & croquet court. There is NO other property as unique as this showplace in all of Highlands Country Club. Beautiful new construction from the ground up with panoramic views of the 9th fairway & green surrounding both sides of the cottage. With pressure treated, hand split wood shakes on the roof, poplar bark and board & batten siding and stone accents, this home is warm & inviting from the moment you enter the driveway. The main level of this stunning cottage has vaulted ceilings, a soaring stone fireplace and rich reclaimed wood beams & railings. The upscale kitchen featuring quartz countertops, a dual fuel Wolf range, Sub Zero refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher and a large island is a chef's dream. Entertain guests or relax with a glass of wine on the wrap around porch with open & covered areas and 2 fireplaces. Two private guest suites each with its own bath with quartz countertops, tiled showers & heated floors offer luxury quarters for your visiting friends & family. One of the guest suites also provides access to the covered porch. The upstairs of this magnificent home features a large master suite with separate his & hers baths with heated floors & quartz countertops. His bath has a large steam shower while hers provides a wonderful soaking tub. The master area also has a balcony to overlook the golf course, a cozy sitting area & a sleeping porch with a stone fireplace where you can relax with a book or soak in the sunsets & beautiful mountain views. Golf cart storage plus an eco-friendly permeable paver system for the driveway allowing ample parking for 4 cars. A whole house generator provides you comfort even during power outages. Don't miss your opportunity to own this fabulous cottage in Highlands Country Club!
Single-familyProperty Type
2017Year Built
6,534 sq ftLot Size
Listed by Mitzi Rauers• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty
Listed by Judith Michaud• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty
Contact: 8285261717
Bought with Mitzi Rauers• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty
Located in prestigious Highlands CountryClub, this property borders the 9th fairway and green. It will need some repairs and remodeling, but this two story cottage can become a real showcase. Being close to downtown Highlands and its many shops, restaurants, live Playhouses and the Bascom Gallery make this a highly desired property. You can walk to all Club activities and also own your own golf cart.
Public Records
Apr 16, 1997
Sold
$475,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,345
$750,000 + $1,607,400
$2,357,400
2024
$9,345 (+0.1%)
$750,000 + $1,607,400
$2,357,400
2023
$9,333 (+19.5%)
$750,000 + $1,607,400
$2,357,400
2022
$7,808
$550,000 + $762,880
$1,312,880
2021
$7,808 (+1.9%)
$550,000 + $762,880
$1,312,880
2020
$7,663 (+0.2%)
$550,000 + $762,880
$1,312,880
2019
$7,650 (+38.5%)
$550,000 + $796,230
$1,346,230
2018
$5,524 (+27.2%)
$450,000 + $586,480
$1,036,480
2017
$4,344
$450,000 + $361,270
$811,270
2016
$4,344 (+0.5%)
$450,000 + $361,270
$811,270
2015
$4,321 (−31.9%)
$450,000 + $361,270
$811,270
2014
$6,347
$750,000 + $682,650
$1,432,650
Tax history for 74 Donald Ross Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,345
$750,000 + $1,607,400
$2,357,400
2024
$9,345 (+0.1%)
$750,000 + $1,607,400
$2,357,400
2023
$9,333 (+19.5%)
$750,000 + $1,607,400
$2,357,400
2022
$7,808
$550,000 + $762,880
$1,312,880
2021
$7,808 (+1.9%)
$550,000 + $762,880
$1,312,880
2020
$7,663 (+0.2%)
$550,000 + $762,880
$1,312,880
2019
$7,650 (+38.5%)
$550,000 + $796,230
$1,346,230
2018
$5,524 (+27.2%)
$450,000 + $586,480
$1,036,480
2017
$4,344
$450,000 + $361,270
$811,270
2016
$4,344 (+0.5%)
$450,000 + $361,270
$811,270
2015
$4,321 (−31.9%)
$450,000 + $361,270
$811,270
2014
$6,347
$750,000 + $682,650
$1,432,650
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
4
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,534 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2020
Sq. Ft.
2,135
Year built
2017
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Macon County
APN
7530708771
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 27, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: Golf Cart Garage, Other, Parking Lot
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 4
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Electric, Heat Pump
Interior Features
Interior Features: Wet Bar, Built-in Features, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wired for Sound
Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Gas Starter, Living Room, Outside, Stone, Wood Burning
Room Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Balcony
Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Side Porch, Wrap Around
Roof: Wood
Pool Information
Pool Features: Community
Building Information
Levels: One and One Half
Construction Materials: Frame, Wood Siding
Foundation Details: Block
Property Features
Waterfront Features: Waterfront Access
New Construction
Has View
Security Features: Security System
Other Equipment: Satellite Dish
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: New Construction
Lot Information
Lot Features: Cleared, Cul-De-Sac, Level, On Golf Course
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Size : 0.15
Lot Size Area: 0.15
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.15
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,524.09
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Electric: Generator
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Location Information
Directions: From Highlands take 106 South (Dillard Road) turn Right (Happoldt Drive) into main entrance to Highlands Country Club. Take first left on to Donald Ross Road. Go to the end of road to 74 Donald Ross on the left.
Subdivision Name: Highlands CC
Community Information
Community Features: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Golf, Lake, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,135
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 6,534 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2017
Year Renovated: 2020
County: Macon County
APN: 7530708771
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 • 1.3mi
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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, 21 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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Estimated sale price
$3.80M – $4.60M
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