$2,999,999
$2M PRICE DROP

1135 Big Bear Pen Rd Highlands, NC 28741

Estimated payment $17,016/month

Total Views 14,883
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
-- Sq Ft
-- Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Mountain View
  • Fireplace in Kitchen
  • Built-In Refrigerator
  • Clubhouse
  • Deck

About This Home

High atop the tranquil slopes of Highlands’ prestigious Big Bear Pen Mountain lies an enchanting retreat at 1135 Big Bear Pen Road. Imagine waking each morning to the gentle whispers of mountain breezes drifting through lush, mature trees, the early sun painting gold across rolling hills and distant peaks.
Recently transformed by a major renovation, this lovingly maintained home gracefully blends rustic elegance with sophisticated comfort. Rich wood accents create a warm, inviting atmosphere throughout, while expansive windows frame breathtaking vistas that evolve beautifully with each passing season. The generous living spaces, crowned by soaring ceilings, invite gatherings filled with laughter around the stone fireplace or peaceful afternoons enjoying the serenity from the spacious decks.
Cooking becomes a delight in the thoughtfully designed kitchen, where modern amenities blend seamlessly with classic charm, offering both function and beauty to inspire your culinary creativity. The primary suite is a true sanctuary, highlighted by a luxurious tub and spa-like shower that will rival any exclusive retreat, providing ample space to rest and rejuvenate amid tranquil views.
Rarely found, the property spans two flat lots just shy of an acre, completely fenced in, offering privacy, security, and abundant outdoor space. Outdoor enthusiasts will cherish the surrounding natural beauty, with opportunities for hiking, birdwatching, and simply reconnecting with nature just steps from your door. Yet, the convenience and charm of downtown Highlands, celebrated for its vibrant boutiques, fine dining, and cultural events, remain just moments away.
1135 Big Bear Pen Road is more than a home; it’s a lifestyle, a personal retreat, and a timeless sanctuary awaiting its next chapter with you. Owner/broker listed.

Listing Agent

Brenda Calcavecchia

Landmark Realty Group - Frank Allen, Cashiers Brokerage Phone: 8287430510 Listed on: 11/14/2023

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,424

Year Built

  • Built in 1961

Lot Details

  • 0.92 Acre Lot
  • East Facing Home
  • Fenced
  • Lot Has A Rolling Slope
  • Garden

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Screened Porch
  • Mountain Views
  • Crawl Space
  • Home Security System
  • Dryer

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Double Oven
  • Recirculated Exhaust Fan
  • Microwave
  • Built-In Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Ice Maker
  • Wine Cooler
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal
  • Fireplace in Kitchen

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Location

  • City Lot

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Septic Tank
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 40
  • Assessor Parcel Number 7540841262

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Big Bear Pen Subdivision

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Pickleball Courts
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,424

Year Built

Built in 1961

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.92
  • Subdivision Name: Big Bear Pen
  • Directions: HWY 64 EAST TURN RIGHT ONTO CHESTNUT STREET. LEFT ON BIG BEAR PEN ROAD. HOUSE ON THE RIGHT.
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow, Contemporary, Ranch
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1961
  • Attribution Contact: 8287430510
  • PropertySubTypeAdditional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Appliances: Built-In Refrigerator, Double Oven, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Disposal, Gas Oven, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Wine Cooler, Washer
  • Has Basement: Crawl Space, Encapsulated
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Kitchen, Living Room, Stone, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Bar, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Window Features: Skylight(s), Window Treatments

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: Level, Rolling Slope, City Lot
  • Pool Features: Community
  • View: Mountain(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Construction Type: Frame, Wood Siding
  • Direction Faces: East
  • Exterior Features: Garden
  • Other Structures: Guest House, Residence
  • Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Covered, Deck, Enclosed, Front Porch, Patio, Screened, Side Porch
  • Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Parking Features: Additional Parking, Detached, Garage, One Car Garage, Gravel

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
  • Security: Security System
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Gas, Heat Pump, Multi-Fuel
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: Generator
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Available, High Speed Internet Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Pickleball, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 40075.2
  • Parcel #: 7540841262

Rental Info

  • Lease Term: Other

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 8424.48
  • Tax Lot: 40
  • Tax Year: 2024

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Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 -- $2,091,610 $650,000 $1,441,610
2023 $5,691 $2,091,610 $650,000 $1,441,610
2022 $5,691 $933,490 $277,730 $655,760
2021 $5,691 $933,490 $277,730 $655,760
2020 $4,922 $838,480 $182,720 $655,760
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/02/2025 07/02/25 Price Changed $2,999,999 -6.1% --
06/11/2025 06/11/25 Price Changed $3,195,000 -0.2% --
04/15/2025 04/15/25 Price Changed $3,200,000 -6.4% --
01/29/2025 01/29/25 Price Changed $3,420,000 -2.3% --
10/15/2024 10/15/24 Price Changed $3,500,000 -2.8% --
07/29/2024 07/29/24 Price Changed $3,600,000 -5.3% --
06/30/2024 06/30/24 Price Changed $3,800,000 -2.6% --
06/03/2024 06/03/24 Price Changed $3,900,000 -7.1% --
04/30/2024 04/30/24 Price Changed $4,200,000 -4.5% --
04/19/2024 04/19/24 For Sale $4,399,000 0.0% --
03/09/2024 03/09/24 Off Market $4,399,000 -- --
02/10/2024 02/10/24 Price Changed $4,399,000 -4.3% --
11/14/2023 11/14/23 For Sale $4,599,000 +279.0% --
01/29/2021 01/29/21 Sold $1,213,500 -11.7% --
12/22/2020 12/22/20 Pending -- -- --
10/13/2020 10/13/20 For Sale $1,375,000 +70.8% --
10/05/2018 10/05/18 Sold $805,000 -32.9% --
09/25/2018 09/25/18 Pending -- -- --
12/21/2017 12/21/17 For Sale $1,200,000 -- --
Source: Highlands-Cashiers Board of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $1,213,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $503,000 New Conventional
Closed $1,192,185 Seller Take Back
Previous Owner $450,000 Construction
Source: Public Records

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Source: Highlands-Cashiers Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 103343

APN: 7540841262