It is difficult to decide what features should be emphasized in this quiet and peaceful rustic mountain retreat. You will find spectacular mountain views & green pastureland as you arrive. Built in 2006, the home contains a spacious open floor plan & huge covered porch facing Rabun Bald. This space is the definition of easy living. Beautiful heart pine floors throughout, 6-inch pine woodwork, & custom pine cabinets add to the beauty of this home. The large front porch with high ceilings & fans make an ideal place to watch sunrises & sunsets. Enjoy the 6.52 acres of beautiful pasture land, accessible from both Whetstone & Land Bridge Rd. A large garage/workshop/man cave with a bedroom loft is situated next to the home. This space has A/C & is equipped for a wood burning stove. This is a perfect place for hobbies, storage, or watching football. There are many unusual and desirable features of this home. A Hardy Heater, which is an outdoor wood burning furnace, has been the homeowner's favorite & most economical way to heat the home. In addition, a new HVAC system has just been installed in July of 2020. Gas logs located in the living area are enough to keep the space warm. And if necessary there is a 16kw Generac whole home generator for emergencies. The man cave is equipped with a wood heater as well. Here is what this seller loves about this home. It is only a 10-minute drive to nearby Main Street Walhalla, 30 minutes to Clayton, Ga. , 35 minutes to Highlands, NC. , and only a few minutes to Oconee State Park, Earls Ford, Stumphouse Tunnel, Yellow Branch Falls, Whetstone Horse Camp, & Chattooga Belle Farm. Enjoy whitewater rafting, kayaking, mountain biking, fishing, horseback riding & more in your new Mountain Rest retreat.
PANORAMIC MOUNTAIN & APPLE ORCHARD VIEWS FROM YOUR MOUNTAIN ESCAPE! Retreat from the everyday hustle as you wind along your scenic driveway and prepare for the breathtaking mountain views that await. This home is surrounded by open pastureland, apple orchards and views as far as the eye can see. This expansive porch, with vaulted roof, was designed with openness in mind, welcoming you to relax with a glass of sweet tea and enjoy company. Once inside you will notice the custom build quality of this two bedroom cabin with open layout, cathedral ceilings and hardwood floors throughout. The kitchen features new stainless steel appliances, custom wood cabinetry and pantry/storage features. One bedroom and full bathroom are located down a hallway with laundry area and pantry storage. Double doors open into the master suite with full bathroom and walk-in closet located on the opposite side of the home. The design was built with expansion in mind and allows for an easy third bedroom option off the living area if desired. Double french doors open, from the dining and living areas, onto the large deck overlooking your open pastureland and mountains. An additional two-story building is ideal for an optional living space or income producing property if desired. The plumbing and electrical are already roughed in. Your lower level features a living area and roughed in kitchen area as well as car, tractor or equipment storage, and workshop. The second level is designed for a bedroom and could easily be converted to a home office or rental unit. Do you have family that frequently visits?… this home is perfect! This majestic, 6 acre tract is unrestricted and great for crops, orchard trees or livestock. Conveniently located between Highlands/Cashiers, NC and Seneca, SC. Easily enjoy nearby Chattooga River, Oconee State Park, Horse Riding Trails, rafting, kayaking, and scenic waterfalls from this mountain property. This would make a great retirement home with one level living, weekend retreat, or vacation rental. Lots of possibilities.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,009
2024
$1,009 (−1.0%)
2023
$1,020 (−0.3%)
2022
$1,022 (−10.7%)
2021
$1,145 (+86.0%)
2020
$615
2019
$615 (−45.6%)
2018
$1,132 (+117.5%)
2017
$520 (−2.7%)
2016
$535
Tax history for 356 Whetstone Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,009
2024
$1,009 (−1.0%)
2023
$1,020 (−0.3%)
2022
$1,022 (−10.7%)
2021
$1,145 (+86.0%)
2020
$615
2019
$615 (−45.6%)
2018
$1,132 (+117.5%)
2017
$520 (−2.7%)
2016
$535
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6.47 Acres
Year renovated
2015
Sq. Ft.
840
Year built
2006
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Oconee County
APN
104-00-01-035
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 29, 2026.
CFD
Control Free District
The control free district is intended to be the initial zoning district for all parcels within the jurisdiction at the time of initial adoption of zoning in Oconee County, only; any parcel subsequently rezoned to any other district shall not be a part of the control free district at any future date.
Property details
Parking
Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking
Features: Detached, Garage, Driveway, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms Possible: 2
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Room Information
Basement Information: Crawl Space
Laundry Information
Features: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Features: Gas Log, Wood Burning
Equipment
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator