556 Shortoff RD Highlands, NC 28741
3 Beds
1 Bath
0.41 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 1002514
Style Traditional
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
HOA Y/N No
Year Built 1966
Annual Tax Amount $1,041
Tax Year 2025
Lot Size 0.410 Acres
Acres 0.41
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Property Description
Step inside to find refinished, narrow-planked hardwood floors that glow with warmth, setting the tone for a home that invites creativity, reflection, and escape.
You will find a beautifully renovated kitchen with granite counter tops, modern tile back splash and new cabinets. In 2020, all the kitchen appliances were replaced with stainless steel refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, and electric stove and there's a washer and dryer in a separate laundry/storage room.
In 2002, lifetime vinyl windows were installed, inviting the mountain light to pour in while keeping the elements at bay.
And a full bathroom remodel was done in 2020 with a granite countertop sink, vanity, shower/bath with frameless glass sliding doors, and tile flooring.
The two car garage is spacious and is wired for 220 voltage, enough power for an artist's studio or workshop.
Enhancing the feel of quiet enchantment are the tall rhododendrons that offer seclusion and privacy, and a pollinating garden landscaped along the fence that frames the yard. Whether you're sipping coffee as the morning mist rises or watching horses run in the fenced pasture across the way, this sanctuary is ideal for painters, writers, and dreamers alike.
Recently installed fiber optic internet, and a Generac generator ready for any season, this mountain retreat offers both serenity and reliability.
The home is in a desired area of Highlands and is ideal as a vacation rental, investment opportunity, or first home. It is nestled behind a lush wall of Rhododendron making for private, peaceful sanctuary and the level, circular driveway makes for easy access, year-round.
Over the years, this home has been well-maintained. The well pump was replaced in 2005 on the shared well, as well as the LP gas furnace in 2009, ensuring warmth through crisp mountain winters. The home's solid metal roof was installed, and the interior was painted in 2014. The exterior was painted along with the installation of oversized gutters and guards to protect the home through all seasons in 2018. And the hot water heater was just replaced to ensure comfort well into the future.
Location
State NC
County Macon
Area Highlands
Zoning Residential
Direction From Highlands, go east on Hwy 64 toward Cashiers. Turn left on Buck Creek Road. Turn right on Shortoff Road, go 1/2 mile to 556 (the first entrance) on the left. It is hard to see traffic (pulling out) if you pull into the 2nd entrance (where the mailboxes are). It's across the road from the entrance of Cold Springs (crossroads are Old Toll Road and Saddleback Lane).
Rooms
Other Rooms Garage(s)
Basement Crawl Space
Interior
Interior Features Granite Counters, High Speed Internet, Pantry, Track Lighting
Heating Baseboard, Gas
Cooling None
Flooring Hardwood, Stone, Tile, Wood
Fireplaces Type None
Furnishings Unfurnished
Fireplace No
Appliance Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer
Laundry Laundry Room
Exterior
Exterior Feature Private Entrance, Private Yard, Propane Tank - Leased
Parking Features Additional Parking, Circular Driveway, Detached, Garage, Workshop in Garage
Garage Spaces 2.0
Community Features None
Utilities Available Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Fiber Optic Available, Propane, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Waterfront Description None
View Y/N Yes
Water Access Desc Shared Well
View Garden, Meadow
Roof Type Metal
Topography Level
Street Surface Gravel
Accessibility Accessibility Features, Other
Porch Covered
Garage Yes
Building
Lot Description Back Yard, Cleared, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Native Plants, Pie Shaped Lot, Sloped, Flat, Level
Foundation Block
Sewer Sewer Applied for Permit, Septic Tank
Water Shared Well
Level or Stories One
Additional Building Garage(s)
New Construction No
Others
Tax ID 7541850221
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