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188 Norton Ridge Rd, Highlands, NC 28741

$3,350,000
4 acres
Pending sale
Under contract

Nestled on 3.9 private, beautifully landscaped acres at the foot of majestic Shortoff Mountain, this charming Highlands farmhouse offers the perfect blend of mountain elegance, comfort, and convenience. Just minutes from downtown Highlands and the area's premier clubs, the property enjoys breathtaking views from nearly every room and an abundance of inviting indoor and outdoor living spaces. Step inside to soaring cathedral ceilings, rich hardwood floors, and a grand living room centered around a stone fireplace. The thoughtfully designed floor plan is ideal for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring a cozy den with a second fireplace, multiple covered porches and decks, and seamless access to the outdoors. The gourmet chef's kitchen is beautifully appointed with Sub-Zero, Viking, Asko, and GE appliances, complemented by quartz countertops, a breakfast bar, and an inviting eat-in area. Whether hosting an intimate dinner in the formal dining room or gathering with friends on the covered deck overlooking the mountain vistas, this home was designed for memorable moments. The elegant main-level primary suite is a private retreat, complete with a walk-in closet, jetted garden tub, and its own screened porch. Three additional spacious guest bedrooms are located upstairs, including a private ensuite with loft and two bedrooms connected by a generous Jack- and-Jill bath. Additional features include a substantial two-car garage large enough for full-size SUVs, an equally spacious carriage house with bonus room above, a butler's pantry/laundry room with second refrigerator, two half baths, and abundant storage throughout. The home is well appointed with a LG washer and dryer combination and two tankless water heaters with recirculation system providing instant hot water throughout the home. This pristine home features including a new roof, new painting both interior and exterior, new interior and exterior lighting, new countertops, new oven, amazing additional landscaping including a koi pond, a fenced dog park and many more important updates. Outdoor living is exceptional, with covered porches, expansive entertaining areas, and dedicated garden space ready for your green thumb. Ideally located just five minutes from downtown Highlands and only fifteen minutes from Cashiers, this exceptional mountain retreat offers privacy, beauty, and easy access to the very best of the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau.

Sq feet
4
Beds
3
Full baths
2
1/2 baths
2002
Built

Location

Street address
188 Norton Ridge Rd, Lot 4
Zip code
28741
Community
Norton Ridge
Elevation
3,963 feet
Coordinates
35.0935, -83.1899

Directions

From downtown Highlands, take Hwy 64E towards Cashiers. Turn left on to Buck Creek Road and continue approximately .6 miles, then turn right on to Shortoff Road. Follow Shortoff Road past Blackberry Lane to the 2nd left on Norton Ridge Road. Follow the pavement to 188 Norton Ridge Road which is on the left.

Property details

Acreage
3.91 acres
Zoning
Residential
MLS #
HCBOR 1003625
Posted

Property taxes

2025
$6,273

Parcels

  • 7541750432

Legal description

Details and features

Listing

Type
Residential
Subtype
Single Family Residence

Lot

View
Mountains
Features
Garden, Landscaped, Partially Cleared, Rolling Slope, Wooded

Exterior

Parking
Garage
Pool
Deck, Porch
Features
Propane Tank Owned, Satellite Dish, Water Feature

Structure

Stories
2
Water
Well
Sewer
Septic Tank
Heating
Natural Gas, Zoned
Cooling
Central Air, Electric
Materials
Frame, Stone, Wood Siding
Roof
Shingle

Interior

Rooms
Bathroom x 5, Bedroom x 4, Bonus Room, Den, Dining Room
Flooring
Tile, Wood
Fireplaces
Yes
Appliances
Built In Oven, Built In Refrigerator, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Ice Maker, Microwave, Propane Cooktop, Wine Cooler
Features
Breakfast Bar, Built In Features, Ceiling Fans, Eat In Kitchen, Instant Hot Water, Jetted Tub, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Separate Formal Dining Room, Vaulted Ceilings, Walk In Closets, Wet Bar, Wine Cellar

Property utilities

CategoryTypeStatus
GasNatural GasConnected
GasPropaneConnected

Listing history

DateEventPriceChangeSource
July 3, 2026Under contract$3,350,000HCBOR
June 28, 2026New listing$3,350,000HCBOR
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This 3.91-acre property is located at 188 Norton Ridge Rd Lot 4 in Highlands, NC 28741. The property is pending sale. It has a 4-bedroom, 4-bath house built in 2002.

Listed by Highlands Sotheby's International Realty, (828) 526-4104

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