$1,450,000
$140K PRICE DROP

Estimated payment $8,452/month

Total Views 3,753
3 Beds
3.5 Baths
-- Sq Ft
-- Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • Mountain View
  • Clubhouse
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Lake
  • Deck

About This Home

Introducing 'The Lookout' – a magnificent, luxury lodge-style haven nestled within the coveted Whisper Lake community. This stunning log home epitomizes the essence of Sapphire living, offering modern, rustic comfort and sophistication. As you approach 'The Lookout,' you'll find yourself captivated by its private serene setting featuring a garden area encircled by an easy in, easy out half moon driveway. Step inside to discover a welcoming ambiance, where cathedral ceilings and a majestic stone fireplace exude rustic charm. The main level presents a sumptuous primary suite with a soaring ceiling and dual walk-in closets, a spacious open kitchen, a dining area with access to the deck and grilling area, a powder room, and a practical laundry/mud room leading to the garage via a covered carport/breezeway. The covered and screened decks provide ideal spaces to revel in breathtaking Blue Ridge vistas, host al fresco gatherings, or simply unwind with a glass of wine and a book. The upper-level loft provides bonus space for a study or office. Descend to the lower level, where you will find two additional bedrooms, two bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and another inviting stone fireplace complete with gas logs, perfect for cozy evenings. Entertainment options abound, with a bonus room, gaming area, and a covered deck featuring an inviting hot tub. A new roof was installed in 2023, and a generator provides convenience in all weather conditions. Beyond the confines of 'The Lookout,' Whisper Lake offers exclusive access to a private lake for a variety of water activities, while ownership grants privileges to Sapphire Valley's amenities such as golf, tennis, fitness facilities, and indoor/outdoor pools. Moreover, high-speed fiber optic internet is already installed in this community. This exceptional property is being delivered turnkey and fully furnished, and it promises an unparalleled mountain lifestyle in the heart of Sapphire.

Listing Agent

Parker Anderson

Silver Creek Real Estate Group, Inc. Listed on: 02/04/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,238

Year Built

  • Built in 2008

Lot Details

  • 0.69 Acre Lot
  • Lot Has A Rolling Slope
  • Garden

HOA Fees

  • $160 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • 1 Carport Space

Home Design

  • Shingle Roof
  • Log Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Furnished
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Screened Porch
  • Mountain Views
  • Dryer

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet

Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System
  • Septic Tank

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 245
  • Assessor Parcel Number 8501-35-1614-000

Community Details

Overview

  • Whisper Lake Poa
  • Whisper Lake Subdivision
  • Community Lake

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,238

Year Built

Built in 2008

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$160 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.69
  • Subdivision Name: Whisper Lake
  • Directions: From the Cashiers crossroads, take Hwy off 64 E, turn right on Sapphire Post Office Rd, turn left on Upper Whitewater Rd, turn right on Whisper Lake Dr, bear left on Sunrise Ridge Ct, at the fork bear right to stay on Sunrise Ridge Ct, turn left on Cucumber Ct, 193 is toward the end of the cul-de-sac on the left.
  • Architectural Style: Log Home
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 2008
  • PropertySubTypeAdditional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Furnished: Furnished
  • Appliances: Built-In Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Disposal, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Has Basement: Exterior Entry, Finished, Heated, Interior Entry, Bath/Stubbed
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Gas Starter, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s)

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Level, Partially Cleared, Rolling Slope
  • Pool Features: Community
  • View: Mountain(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Construction Type: Log, Log Siding
  • Exterior Features: Garden
  • Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Porch, Screened, Side Porch
  • Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Carport Spaces: 1.0
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Parking Features: Carport, Garage, One Car Garage, Gravel, Other

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Gas, Heat Pump
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: Generator
  • Sewer: Sewer Applied for Permit, Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Fiber Optic Available
  • Water Source: Community/Coop

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Golf, Lake, Playground, Park, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Trails/Paths
  • Association Fee: 1925.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Name: Whisper Lake POA
  • Association: Yes

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 8501-35-1614-000
  • Zoning Description: Residential

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4238.0
  • Tax Lot: 245
  • Tax Year: 2024

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Range of Values:

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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 $4,237 $643,680 $65,000 $578,680
2023 $4,237 $643,680 $65,000 $578,680
2022 $4,237 $643,680 $65,000 $578,680
2021 $4,205 $643,680 $65,000 $578,680
2020 $3,704 $532,130 $0 $0
2019 $3,677 $532,130 $0 $0
2018 $3,009 $532,130 $0 $0
2017 $2,974 $497,590 $0 $0
2016 $2,771 $497,590 $0 $0
2015 $1,998 $471,720 $50,000 $421,720
2014 $1,998 $471,720 $50,000 $421,720
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/24/2025 05/24/25 Price Changed $1,450,000 -4.9% --
03/25/2025 03/25/25 Price Changed $1,525,000 -4.1% --
02/04/2025 02/04/25 For Sale $1,590,000 +38.9% --
01/28/2022 01/28/22 Sold $1,145,000 +4.6% $279 / Sq Ft
12/17/2021 12/17/21 Pending -- -- --
11/29/2021 11/29/21 For Sale $1,095,000 +104.7% $267 / Sq Ft
12/04/2014 12/04/14 Sold $535,000 -6.0% $130 / Sq Ft
11/11/2014 11/11/14 Pending -- -- --
06/26/2014 06/26/14 For Sale $569,000 -- $139 / Sq Ft
Source: Highlands-Cashiers Board of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed $535,000 None Available
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $36,400 Unknown
Previous Owner $340,200 New Conventional
Previous Owner $350,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Highlands-Cashiers Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 1000084

APN: 8501-35-1614-000