PLEASE NOTE: Information on other search engines is incorrect - please refer to this description for correct information pertaining to the property! Sitting at 4,500-foot elevation with clear, clean, cool air on 13+ private acres are TWO wonderful cottages - each of them has two bedrooms and two bathrooms. There are many views in the area, but you would be hard-pressed to find one better than this! Wider than 180 degrees, you can see from Shortoff and Whiteside mountains in Highlands to Lake Hartwell in Georgia, and south to Lake Keowee, Lake Jocassee, and Clemson in South Carolina. Situated on the side of a mountain, the Darby house boasts almost 1700 square feet and was renovated in 2017 to feature an open floor plan and a fully modernized kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and barn-style paneling that gives dinners a hint of Appalachian luxury. Cozy up next to the fire in an oversized leather chair, crawl into a king-sized bed for a restful sleep or take in a sunset like no other on the wrap-around porch. Invite friends and family and still have privacy with the entirely separate (but equally beautiful), fully furnished Rose Cottage which was constructed in 1993. With over 1300 square feet of living space, your family can gather around the floor-to-ceiling fireplace or enjoy the open kitchen and sunroom where expansive windows frame the mountain view any time of day. The cottage features a brand-new roof, fully equipped modern kitchen, hardwood floors, and much, much more. This is a great property for multi-generational families or could be perfect to enjoy one and rent the other one as vacation rental. Sapphire Valley offers the finest amenities for mountain living including swimming, golf, tennis, boating, and dining.
Single-familyProperty Type
1975Year Built
13.03 acresLot Size
3 car garageParking
Listed by Judith Michaud• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty
Listed by Mitzi Rauers• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty
Contact: 8285261717
Bought with John Sheehan• Landmark Realty Group - Highlands
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
13.03 Acres
Year renovated
2005
Sq. Ft.
1,790
Year built
1975
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Jackson County
APN
8502-18-4269
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 9, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
# of Covered Spaces: 3
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Detached, Garage, Paved
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 4
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Electric
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Furnished: Furnished
Appliances: Dryer, Gas Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Tile, Wood
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Stone, Wood Burning
Room Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Basement Details: Crawl Space, Exterior Entry
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Covered, Deck, Screened
Roof: Shingle
Pool Information
Pool Features: Community
Building Information
Direction Faces: North
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Frame, Wood Siding
Property Features
Has View
Other Equipment: Satellite Dish
Other Structures: Guest House, Residence
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Rolling Slope
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Size : 13.03
Lot Size Area: 13.03
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 13.03
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,606.85
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private
Location
HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Location Information
Directions: Highway 64 to Tower Road. Continue to the top going through Sapphire HIgh and Falcon Ridge. Fox Run Ridge bears to the left. Home will be on the left - long driveway
Subdivision Name: Fox Run Ridge
Community Information
Community Features: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Golf, Lake, Playground, Park, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,790
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 13.03 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1975
Year Renovated: 2005
County: Jackson County
APN: 8502-18-4269
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 9, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: HighlandsCashiersBoardOfRealtors
AttributionContact: 8285261717
Around this home
Schools
Blue Ridge School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 6.3mi
5/10
Blue Ridge Virtual Early College
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 6.3mi
4/10
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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
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 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, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Sapphire, NC • 28774
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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
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$1.86M – $2.25M
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