$649,000
$151K PRICE DROP

131 Horse Cove Ranch Rd Highlands, NC 28741

Estimated payment $3,557/month

Total Views 3,888
2 Beds
2 Baths
-- Sq Ft
-- Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • 2.47 Acre Lot
  • Deck
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Mountain View
  • Wooded Lot
  • Outdoor Fireplace

About This Home

Tucked away at the end of a quiet road in historic Horse Cove, this charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath cottage sits on two lots totaling 2.47 acres and borders over 730 acres of U.S. Forest Service land—offering unmatched privacy, scenic hiking trails, and endless outdoor exploration. Thoughtfully updated, the home features elegant hardwood floors, rustic beamed ceilings, and a cozy fireplace in the Great Room. The interior is tastefully furnished, blending mountain charm with modern comfort. A covered rocking chair front porch offers sweeping mountain views, while an additional open deck with an outdoor fireplace is perfect for entertaining or relaxing under the stars. The second lot offers incredible potential for future expansion or a guest cottage. Located just 3 miles from downtown Highlands, this property provides easy access to Whiteside Cove, the Iron Bridge, Secret Falls, and nearby Cashiers—making it the perfect base for your mountain lifestyle.

Listing Agent

Catherine Garren (MLS Only)

Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT Listed on: 04/17/2025

Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,561

Year Built

  • Built in 1972

Lot Details

  • 2.47 Acre Lot
  • Wooded Lot

Home Design

  • Metal Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Partially Furnished
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Mountain Views
  • Dryer

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Outdoor Fireplace

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Heating Available
  • Propane
  • Well
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 7459838939, 7459845021

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,561

Year Built

Built in 1972

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.47
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Subdivision Name: none
  • Directions: From Downtown Highlands, take Horse Cove Road. Left on Horse Cove Ranch Road. Stay Left to end.
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1972
  • PropertySubTypeAdditional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Furnished: Partially
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Freezer, Gas Oven, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Great Room, Outside
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Vaulted Ceiling(s)

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Borders National Forest, Back Yard, Front Yard, Gentle Sloping, Private, Secluded, Views, Wooded
  • View: Mountain(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Creek
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Private Entrance, Private Yard
  • Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Porch
  • Roof: Metal

Utilities

  • Cooling: Electric
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Electric
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Propane, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 7459838939, 7459845021
  • Zoning Description: None

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1560.91
  • Tax Lot: 0
  • Tax Year: 2024

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Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

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 $1,283 $402,280 $160,000 $242,280
2023 $1,174 $402,280 $160,000 $242,280
2022 $1,174 $247,810 $95,350 $152,460
2021 $1,174 $247,810 $95,350 $152,460
2020 $1,111 $247,810 $95,350 $152,460
2018 $980 $245,880 $110,430 $135,450
2017 $0 $245,880 $110,430 $135,450
2016 $980 $245,880 $110,430 $135,450
2015 -- $245,880 $110,430 $135,450
2014 $801 $253,220 $121,660 $131,560
2013 -- $253,220 $121,660 $131,560
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/08/2025 09/08/25 Price Changed $649,000 -18.8% --
04/17/2025 04/17/25 For Sale $799,500 -- --
Source: Highlands-Cashiers Board of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed $250,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Source: Highlands-Cashiers Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 1000626

APN: 7459838939

North Carolina Macon County Highlands 28741

131 Horse Cove Ranch Rd, Highlands, NC

This home is located at 131 Horse Cove Ranch Rd, Highlands, NC 28741 and is currently priced at $649,000. This property was built in 1972. 131 Horse Cove Ranch Rd is a home located in Macon County with nearby schools including Highlands School, Macon Middle School, and Mountain View Intermediate School.

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