Set within the established Hardscrabble enclave, this 3.33-acre homesite offers a rare opportunity to create a residence that feels both connected and quietly set apart. The land unfolds with natural ease, offering multiple building options and a setting that invites thoughtful design rather than limitation. From much of the property, mountain views stretch outward, providing a daily backdrop that shifts beautifully with the seasons. The topography lends itself particularly well to a main-level living plan with a terrace level below - an ideal arrangement for those who value the ease of single-level living while still having ample space for guests and gatherings. It is a setting where a home can be designed to live comfortably day-to-day, yet expand effortlessly when family and friends arrive. Bordering Highlands Falls Country Club, the property enjoys a sense of continuity with the surrounding landscape, while a neighboring parcel that will remain undeveloped provides an added layer of privacy that is increasingly difficult to find. The combination creates a feeling of space and protection - an environment where the home you build today will retain its sense of place over time. Just minutes from the heart of Highlands, this homesite offers the balance so many seek: proximity to the town’s restaurants, shops, and cultural life, paired with the quiet rhythm of a mountain setting. It is land that invites intention - where the home you envision can take shape with both freedom and lasting value.
Vacant landProperty Type
3.33 acresLot Size
$135,135Price/Acres
Listed by Judith Michaud• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty
Listed by Mitzi Rauers• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty
Bought with Judith Michaud• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty
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Public record
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Last updated by owner on Apr 22, 2026.
Property details
Interior
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Interior Features: High Speed Internet
Exterior
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Exterior Features: None
Property Features
Has View
Property Information
Property Type: Land
Property Sub Type: Unimproved Land
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Unimproved Land
Land Information
Topography: Sloping
Lot Information
Lot Features: Sloped Down, Gentle Sloping, Private, Many Trees
Lot Size : 3.33
Lot Size Area: 3.33
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 3.33
Zoning Description: Residential
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,281
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Water Available
Location
HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Location Information
Directions: Main Street Highlands east, turn left on Bowery Road
Community Information
Community Features: None
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Style: Vacant Land
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County: Jackson County
APN: 7440-24-7640
Home facts updated by county records on Apr 22, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: HighlandsCashiersBoardOfRealtors
Around this home
Schools
Highlands School
Public K-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi
6/10
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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 95° expected this year, 17 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
Highlands, NC • 28741
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Sun exposure
99/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 1% for direct sun exposure in Highlands. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.9 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$454,000 – $550,000
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