177 Forest Trail, Highlands, NC 28741
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Damian Hall

Damian Hall

+1(828) 817-2046
Listed by Patrick Gleeson Christie's International Real Estate Highlands-Cashiers
$ 2,095,000
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177 Forest Trail Highlands, NC 28741

3 Beds

4 Baths

0.89 Acres Lot

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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Subdivision Cold Springs

MLS Listing ID 1003781

Style Cottage,Contemporary

Bedrooms 3

Full Baths 3

Half Baths 1

HOA Fees $2,300/ann

HOA Y/N Yes

Year Built 1985

Annual Tax Amount $1,869

Tax Year 2025

Lot Size 0.890 Acres

Acres 0.89

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Property Description

It's called Forest Trail for a reason. Surrounding the prestigious Cold Springs Saddle & Tennis Club — and this residence — are national forest, hiking trails, a well-stocked trout stream and lake, plus the pristine horse pastures. Beyond the trees stands the crown jewel of the community — a home reimagined through a comprehensive, designer-led renovation. Light pours through fresh, open rooms dressed in curated, high-end finishes: wide-plank white oak floors, honed soapstone, crisp white shiplap, and beamed ceilings, all in a palette that feels warm, current, and quietly luxurious. Outside, an equally tasteful landscape plan — quintessentially "Highlands Style" — blends into the sloping terrain, which gives way to a rare, large flat backyard set just off the home's two expansive covered balconies. With generous living space that flows effortlessly from hearth to covered deck, this home lives as beautifully as it looks — across two full levels, inside and out. The main level is a true retreat: a stone fireplace, a chef's galley kitchen with custom banquette, dining for twelve if needed, an open family room, a double garage, a full covered deck, guest quarters, and a serene primary suite. The bright, airy lower level opens with a grand club room — big enough for a full media lounge and a pool table — that spills onto a large lower-level balcony and out to the backyard for a game of croquet, plus another large bedroom and a bonus flex room or easily transformed into an optional 4th bedroom. Furniture does not convey, however; it is negotiable.
Walk to the canoe and kayak dock, fly fish from the island, keep your horses on-site in a private stable, and experience quietude like never before — all just ten minutes and under three miles from downtown Highlands.

Location

State NC

County Macon

Community Fishing, Stable(S), Lake, Near National Forest, Tennis Court(S), Trails/Paths

Area Highlands

Zoning Residential

Direction From Downtown Highlands, take Cashiers Road (Hwy 64 E) just over 2mi to LEFT on Buck Creek Road. Go about 1/2 mile, turn RIGHT onto Shortoff Road. Travel 1/2 mi and veer RIGHT (look for long row of mailboxes) into Cold Springs. Take 1st left past tennis courts, circle the horse pasture past the barn and take RIGHT onto Forest Trail, head up the hill bo 177.

Body of Water Cold Springs

Rooms

Other Rooms None

Basement Daylight, Full, Finished, Heated, Interior Entry, Concrete, Bath/Stubbed, Walk-Out Access

Interior

Interior Features Beamed Ceilings, Built-in Features, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s)

Heating Central

Cooling Central Air

Flooring Combination, Tile, Wood

Fireplaces Number 1

Fireplaces Type Family Room

Furnishings Unfurnished

Fireplace Yes

Appliance Convection Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Disposal, Gas Range, Propane Cooktop, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), VentedExhaust Fan, Water Heater, Water Purifier, Washer

Laundry Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Inside, Lower Level, Laundry Room

Exterior

Exterior Feature Garden, Private Yard, Rain Gutters

Parking Features Circular Driveway, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Two Car Garage, Garage Door Opener, Kitchen Level, Paved, Private, Storage

Garage Spaces 2.0

Community Features Fishing, Stable(s), Lake, Near National Forest, Tennis Court(s), Trails/Paths

Utilities Available Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Fiber Optic Available, High Speed Internet Available

Amenities Available Boat Dock, Lake or Pond, Picnic Area, Parking, Tennis Court(s)

Waterfront Description None

View Y/N Yes

Water Access Desc Shared Well,Well

View Trees/Woods

Roof Type Shingle

Topography Sloping

Street Surface Paved

Porch Covered, Deck, Front Porch

Garage Yes

Building

Lot Description Back Yard, Cleared, Sloped Down, Garden, Gentle Sloping, Landscaped, Private, Paved, Wooded

Faces West

Foundation Block

Sewer Engineered Septic

Water Shared Well, Well

Level or Stories Two

Additional Building None

New Construction No

Others

HOA Name Cold Springs Property Owners Association

Tax ID 7541955989

Financing 1031 Exchange

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