Welcome to 781 Hudson Road, an exceptional residence in the prestigious Highlands Country Club. This is a rare opportunity to own a beautifully remodeled Arts and Crafts-style home with stunning mountain views, just minutes from the charming town of Highlands, North Carolina. Perfectly maintained and move-in ready, the home showcases upscale finishes, natural textures, and timeless design throughout. The main level features a soaring vaulted great room that seamlessly connects to the gourmet kitchen and dining area. French doors open to an expansive wraparound deck—ideal for alfresco dining and intimate gatherings beneath the treetops. The floor plan is thoughtfully designed for comfort and convenience, offering a luxurious primary suite and a guest suite on the main level. Upstairs, a second primary suite provides privacy for family or guests. The lower level is a true retreat, featuring a custom wine room, a large recreation space, and a fully equipped gym. A workshop is tucked beneath the spacious two-car garage for hobbies or storage. Whether you're seeking a summer escape or a year-round mountain lifestyle, this home delivers. Beat the heat and breathe in the cool mountain air—Highlands, named by Travel + Leisure as “America’s Best Small Mountain Town, ” awaits.
Single-familyProperty Type
1981Year Built
0.56 acresLot Size
2 car garageParking
Listed by Josephine Lovell• Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT
Bought with Josephine Lovell• Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT
Minutes to downtown Highlands! Located in prestigious Highlands Country Club with long range mountain view. You're sure to enjoy the gorgeous scenery and mountain view from the banks of windows and glass doors that flow smoothly from interior to exterior of this pleasing home. Soaring ceilings in the living area create a lofty feeling while connecting with the open kitchen & dining. The stack stone fireplace, wood details and brazilian cherry flooring create a warm atmosphere for enjoying the outstanding view. A gourmet kitchen with bar seating & wine storage just steps away makes entertaining a joy. The master suite provides ample privacy, a relaxing fireplace & large windows that welcomes the beautiful view. A guest suite & laundry service complete the main floor. A comfortable third guest suite is situated on the upper level. Continuing the theme of the home with large windows, deck access and lovely views, the terrace level assures everyone is comfortable with family room, exercise space, endless pool, office with gas logs, workshop, bonus room and full bath. Additional features include lush landscaping, open and covered decks, double attached garage, whole house generator, main level living and fenced pet area. Comes furnished with a few exceptions.
HCMLS #84686
Dec 12, 2018
Sold
$780,000
Aug 29, 2016
Listed
$795,000
MOTIVATED SELLER. BRING OFFER! Totally renovated, expanded and redesigned in 2002. This 3BR/4BA home is the perfect mountain retreat! The kitchen features professional gourmet appliances, tumbled marble backsplash with Corian countertops. It has two levels of extensive western red cedar wrap around decks to enjoy the beautiful views while entertaining your family and friends. Relax in the spacious living room by the stone fireplace while watching the amazing mountain views from the floor- to-ceiling windows. Terrace level features media room with seven speaker surround sound, one office, one bedroom, Endless Pool ( 8x13 swim area) with porcelain tile surround and floor in its own room, great for exercising and fitness training, workshop room, plus wrap around decking at ground level. Home is "smart house" wired for phone, cable, satellite & computer. Additional features include undercourse cedar shake siding, standing seam heavy duty metal roofing, whole house 12kw Winco generator, two separately zoned for up and down heating and cooling. Main living areas, master and guest bedrooms all on the same level. Low maintenance exterior. Build with finest finishings and craftsmanship throughout.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,590
$200,000 + $1,635,150
$1,835,150
2024
$6,590 (+0.2%)
$200,000 + $1,453,350
$1,653,350
2023
$6,578 (+42.2%)
$200,000 + $1,453,350
$1,653,350
2022
$4,627
$200,000 + $570,450
$770,450
2021
$4,627 (+6.1%)
$200,000 + $570,450
$770,450
2020
$4,359 (+0.3%)
$200,000 + $557,550
$757,550
2019
$4,346 (−28.1%)
$200,000 + $557,550
$757,550
2018
$6,047
$300,000 + $836,310
$1,136,310
2017
$6,047
$300,000 + $836,310
$1,136,310
2016
$6,046 (−4.3%)
$300,000 + $836,310
$1,136,310
2015
$6,316 (+14.9%)
$300,000 + $836,310
$1,136,310
2014
$5,497
$265,440 + $973,210
$1,238,650
Tax history for 781 Hudson Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,590
$200,000 + $1,635,150
$1,835,150
2024
$6,590 (+0.2%)
$200,000 + $1,453,350
$1,653,350
2023
$6,578 (+42.2%)
$200,000 + $1,453,350
$1,653,350
2022
$4,627
$200,000 + $570,450
$770,450
2021
$4,627 (+6.1%)
$200,000 + $570,450
$770,450
2020
$4,359 (+0.3%)
$200,000 + $557,550
$757,550
2019
$4,346 (−28.1%)
$200,000 + $557,550
$757,550
2018
$6,047
$300,000 + $836,310
$1,136,310
2017
$6,047
$300,000 + $836,310
$1,136,310
2016
$6,046 (−4.3%)
$300,000 + $836,310
$1,136,310
2015
$6,316 (+14.9%)
$300,000 + $836,310
$1,136,310
2014
$5,497
$265,440 + $973,210
$1,238,650
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
4
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.56 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
4,867
Year built
1981
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Macon County
APN
7439686377
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
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 4
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Has Heating
Interior Features
Interior Features: Wet Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, His and Hers Closets, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Soaking Tub, Walk-In Closet(s), High Speed Internet
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Log, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Room Information
Laundry Features: In Hall, Laundry Room
Has Basement
Basement Details: Concrete
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Gas Grill
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Wrap Around
Roof: Metal
Building Information
Levels: Three Or More
Construction Materials: Shake Siding
Property Features
Has View
Other Structures: Workshop
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Land Information
Topography: Sloping
Lot Information
Lot Features: Cleared, Sloped Down, Landscaped, Views
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Size : 0.56
Lot Size Area: 0.56
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.56
Zoning Description: Residential
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,589.56
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Propane, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Fee: $2,218
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Derived Association Fee (Monthly): $184.83
Location Information
Directions: From Main Street, take the Dillard Road. Turn on Hudson Road right past Highlands Country Club on the right. Stay on Hudson Road and 781 will be on the right.
Subdivision Name: Highlands CC
Community Information
Community Features: Fishing, Golf, Tennis Court(s)
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,867
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 0.56 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1981
Year Renovated: —
County: Macon County
APN: 7439686377
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 27, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: HighlandsCashiersBoardOfRealtors
Around this home
Schools
Highlands School
Public K-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
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
6 days above 93° expected this year, 15 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
Highlands, NC • 28741
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In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in
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