Land

MLS Number 1002688

• Land
• Acreage 3.96

Situated in scenic Scaly Mountain, this beautiful ±3.96-acre homesite offers the perfect blend of privacy, natural beauty, and convenient access to nearby mountain towns. One of the most appealing aspects of this property is its prime location on the “Atlanta side” of the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau, offering excellent accessibility year-round. You're positioned almost exactly halfway between Highlands and **Dillard-just about 15 minutes to each. The lot also enjoys easy paved road access directly from North Carolina Highway 106, making it a very convenient property to reach. Perched at a high elevation, the property enjoys refreshing cool temperatures and stunning western and southwestern mountain views, creating the ideal backdrop for colorful sunset skies. The land features a gentle, build-friendly slope that allows for multiple building possibilities while maintaining a peaceful, natural setting. Several important improvements are already in place to make building easier, including a private well, a roughed-in driveway, and a 4-bedroom septic permit previously on file with Macon County (expired July 2025). Minutes away, you'll find some of the area's favorite spots including Magliocca's Ristorante, The Vineyard at High Holly, and Fire Mountain Resort. Outdoor adventure is also close by at Highlands Aerial Park for ziplining and Highlands Outpost, home to the Scaly Screamer mountain coaster as well as seasonal snow tubing. Spend the day enjoying the charm, dining, and boutiques of Highlands, then easily head down the mountain to Clayton or Dillard for convenient shopping, groceries, and everyday essentials. The property itself is rich with native ferns, lush mountain flora, and a natural spring that gently winds through the landscape, creating a peaceful environment where you can truly immerse yourself in nature while still enjoying convenient access to nearby amenities. With nearly four acres, sunset views, easy paved access, and key infrastructure already in place, this property provides an exceptional opportunity to build your dream mountain home while enjoying both the serenity of nature and the convenience of nearby towns. Come walk the land, breathe in the cool mountain air, and imagine the possibilities this special property offers.

Listed by Cristina Vives of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty, Faye Wurm of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty - HF

MLS Number 1003938

• Land
• Acreage 3.04

Discover a rare 3.04-acre homesite in Cedar Ridge Estates, a private mountain community in the Cashiers area. Lot 24 sits at approximately 3,440 feet in elevation and offers a beautifully wooded setting with the sound and scenery of moving water nearby. One of the standout features of this property is the water. Streams run along the property with river frontage at the lower portion of the lot, creating a peaceful mountain atmosphere and a setting that feels tucked away and private. Mature hardwoods provide natural screening, while the sloping terrain offers opportunities to design a mountain home that takes advantage of the landscape. The property is accessed by a private paved road, community water is available, and the neighborhood is maintained through the property owners association. Cedar Ridge Estates offers the privacy of a mountain setting while still providing convenient access to Cashiers, Highlands, dining, shopping, hiking, waterfalls, and everything the Plateau has to offer. With over three acres, there is room to thoughtfully position a home, driveway, covered parking, and outdoor living space while preserving the natural character of the property. Whether you envision a full-time residence or mountain retreat, Lot 24 offers a unique combination of acreage, elevation, privacy, wooded surroundings, and water features in one of Western North Carolina's most desirable mountain areas.

Listed by Dan O'Connell of EXP Realty LLC

MLS Number 1002511

• Land
• Acreage 4.51
• Subdivision Glenridge

This exceptional property is easy to explore and reveals its full potential at every turn. Enjoy privacy created by a natural border of mountain laurel and rhododendron, along with the soothing presence of a stream along the property line. A rare find, the lot is highly buildable with a generous, flat homesite ready for the construction of a mountain retreat. Paved road access leads directly to the property, adding everyday convenience to its peaceful setting. Glenridge borders Panthertown National Forest and sits along the Southern Upper Rim at a cool 4,300-foot elevation. Often called the “Yosemite of the East,” Panthertown is celebrated for its dramatic vistas and numerous waterfalls. Despite the secluded feel, the property is just six miles from town via one of the area's most scenic and uncongested drives.

Listed by Kathryn Nicholson of Silver Creek Real Estate Group,Inc.

MLS Number 1003737

• Land
• Acreage 0.6
• Subdivision Apple Mountain

Dreaming of building your own mountain retreat? This .60± acre, fern-covered homesite is centrally located between Highlands and Cashiers and is close enough to enjoy everything both towns offer, without the downtown tourist hustle. Wooded and private, it's a peaceful setting for outdoor enthusiasts, with Whiteside Mountain just minutes away for hiking and unforgettable views. Prefer tee times and clubhouse dinners? Several prestigious country clubs are just a short drive away, so you can enjoy the golf-and-social lifestyle on your own terms, off campus with no need to live inside the gates. Nestled in Apple Mountain Estates, a small community where quiet mornings and mountain air are simply part of everyday life.

Listed by Mary Abranyi of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty - HF

MLS Number 106402

• Land
• Acreage 0.98
• Subdivision Stillmont

Gently sloping above the road lot has spring water availability and would need to be checked for septic. Some mountain view possible. Good access.

Listed by W. Terry Potts of Country Club Properties (8285262520)

MLS Number 1002814

• Land
• Acreage 2.86

Just inside the gates of Cross Creek Preserve, you'll find this 2.86 parcel ready for your private mountain escape. Build your dream home here and make a trail down to the road at the bottom of the lot. The road will lead you to the Preserve Park common area, one of several tranquil common areas where residents can partake in activities like kayaking, fishing in the stocked trout lake, or gathering around a community fire ring for a campfire. Enjoy the sights and sounds of streams that run through and all around this property situated above 3,900 feet elevation. Short-range mountain ridge views are obtainable once the home site is opened up and with select tree trimming. Cross Creek Preserve, a gated community, embraces a low-key, well-maintained atmosphere with a charming covered bridge entrance and multiple common areas dedicated to preserving the natural beauty of the surroundings. Ideally positioned between Cashiers and Highlands, it shares proximity with upscale neighborhoods like Mountaintop Golf & Lake Club, Old Edwards Club, Glen Cove, Trillium Links & Lake Club, and Norton Overlook. The nearby Town & Country General Store supplies you with provisions for mountain living. With just 24 estate-sized home sites and a handful of million-dollar-plus homes already constructed, Cross Creek stands as a hidden gem, a mere 5.5 miles from the Cashiers Crossroads. Building a residence in Cross Creek requires a minimum square footage of 1,800. The construction process is facilitated by the inclusion of underground utilities and the availability of a community water system hookup at the roadside. An expired three bedroom septic permit is on file. Enjoy gated community living with low POA fees and water usage included.

Listed by Cassie Neal of Silver Creek Real Estate Group,Inc.

MLS Number 1003708

• Land
• Acreage 5.29
• Subdivision Whitewater Ridge

Attention all Fly Fishermen, Whitewater Ridge Subdivision is surrounded by National Forest, The pavilion has a walking path to the Whitewater River. Mountain Views to the Southeast. Close to Gorges State Park and Whitewater Falls. Great building lot.

Listed by Elizabeth Paul of Betsy Paul Properties,Inc.

MLS Number 103870

• Land
• Acreage 0.52
• Subdivision Chinquapin

Easy to build flat lot in a new section of Chinquapin. Enjoy views of a horse pasture, a pond with a fishing dock, distant mountains, and green spaces. Easy access from Flat Creek Road and within 18 minutes to town. Located near Panthertown, a National Forest. Chinquapin is a private community that is ideal for outdoor lovers, offering numerous amenities, while at the same time providing peace and tranquility within 2,000 gated acres. Enjoy lake and stream fishing, canoeing, a disc golf course, a driving range, miles of hiking and biking trails, an Outpost Clubhouse with a fitness room, brand-new pickleball courts, and live music during the season.

Listed by Scott Turner and Susan Mills of Keller Williams Great Smokies (8287435122)

MLS Number 103347

• Land
• Acreage 3.11
• Subdivision Highland Gap

Highland Gap - 3.11 acres. Gentle to near level knoll building site, beautifully wooded with seasonal views and potential for better views by trimming. Driveway roughed in. New survey. Underground electricity to be installed to the street. Broker/owner Located in Scaly Mountain only minutes from Highlands, NC, on the Atlanta side. PUBLIC GOLF, ZIPLINE, SHOPPING , SNOW TUBING, HIKING AND MUCH MORE!!!

Listed by Scott Poss of Poss Realty Group - Scaly (8285260021)

MLS Number 103373

• Land
• Acreage 4.43
• Subdivision Highland Gap

Gentle to near level knoll building site, 4.43 acres, beautifully wooded with seasonal views and potential for better views by trimming. New survey. Driveway roughed in. Underground electricity to be installed to the street. Broker/owner Located in Scaly Mountain only minutes from Highlands, NC, on the Atlanta side. PUBLIC GOLF, ZIPLINE, SHOPPING , SNOW TUBING, HIKING AND MUCH MORE!!!

Listed by Scott Poss of Poss Realty Group - Scaly (8285260021)

MLS Number 1000233

• Land
• Acreage 50
• Subdivision Glen Cannon

A unique opportunity to own 50 +- acres in the Glen Cannon Community. This listing also includes Pin #9506-41-4769 & 9506-23-6238. Adjoining properties are also available for purchase as well; MLS #1000226 & #1000225.

Listed by Kenneth McCall of Lake Toxaway Company