$2,570,000
SOLD JUN 30, 2026

1135 Big Bear Pen Rd Highlands, NC 28741

Highlands Area
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
-- Sq Ft
0.92 Acre Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: June 30, 2026

5% Below List Price

80 Days on Market

Highlights

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

About This Home

As of June 2026

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.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Brenda Calcavecchia

Keller Williams Great Smokies License #349193 Listed on: 03/05/2026

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Last Buyer's Agent

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,424

Year Built

  • Built in 1961

Lot Details

  • 40,075 Sq Ft Lot
  • East Facing Home
  • Level Lot
  • Garden

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • 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

0.92 Acres

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.92
  • Subdivision Name: Big Bear Pen
  • Directions: off chestnut
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow, Contemporary, Ranch
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1961
  • PropertySubTypeAdditional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: None
  • 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
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Bar, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Level, Rolling Slope, City Lot, Flat
  • Pool Features: Community
  • Topography: Level
  • View: Mountain(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: None
  • Waterfront: No
  • 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, Electricity Connected, 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

  • Parcel #: 7540841262
  • Zoning Description: Residential

Tax Info

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

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 17, 2025
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 12, 2020
Closed on
Jan 29, 2021
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Terry Potts
Country Club Properties
Buyer's Agent
Sheila Owens
Landmark Realty Group - Frank Allen, Cashiers
List Price
$1,375,000
Sold Price
$1,213,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$161,500
-11.75%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.38%
Original Mortgage
$1,192,185
Interest Rate
2.67%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back
Source: Public Records

Home Values in the Area

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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $503,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $1,192,185 Seller Take Back
Previous Owner $450,000 Construction
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/30/2026 06/30/26 Sold $2,570,000 -4.8% --
03/05/2026 03/05/26 For Sale $2,700,000 +122.5% --
01/29/2021 01/29/21 Sold $1,213,500 -11.7% -- View Prior Sale
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% -- View Prior Sale
09/25/2018 09/25/18 Pending -- -- --
12/21/2017 12/21/17 For Sale $1,200,000 -- --
Source: Highlands-Cashiers Board of REALTORS®

Tax History

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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
2026 $8,424 $2,091,610 $650,000 $1,441,610
2025 $8,424 $2,091,610 $650,000 $1,441,610
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
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Map

Source: Highlands-Cashiers Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 1002637

APN: 7540841262

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