$1,185,000
SOLD SEP 1, 2026

499 Bright Mountain Rd Cullowhee, NC 28723

Cullowhee Area
3 Beds
3 Baths
1,520 Sq Ft
1.19 Acre Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: September 1, 2026

$780 Per Sq Ft

8% Below List Price

63 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Lake View
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • No HOA
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Covered Patio or Porch

About This Home

As of September 2026

499 Bright Mountain Road offers an exceptional mountain setting overlooking Lake Glenville with a sweeping backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains beyond. Surrounded by native landscaping, rhododendrons, and mature trees, the property feels private and naturally integrated into its mountain surroundings. Conveniently located just 12 minutes from downtown Cashiers, the home combines easy access with the privacy and elevation buyers seek on the Plateau.
The A-frame design and open floor plan create an inviting space for entertaining family and friends while still feeling comfortable and cozy for everyday living. Filled with charm and character, the home offers a rare combination of mountain atmosphere, accessibility, and a lake-and-mountain view seldom found at this price point.
Situated on a paved road with ample parking, the property offers year-round accessibility for both owners and guests. Located within the Bright Mountain community, short-term rentals are permitted in accordance with county rules and regulations, offering excellent potential as an income-producing property or mountain getaway.
Whether used as a full-time residence or seasonal retreat, the home is just minutes from shopping, dining, hiking trails, and the recreational opportunities of Lake Glenville, including a public boat ramp approximately 8–10 minutes away, while still maintaining the peaceful feel of a private mountain escape.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Philip Bradley

Cashiers Valley Real Estate LLC License #301925 Listed on: 06/13/2026

Cashiers Valley Real Estate LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Dan Allen

Silver Creek Real Estate Group, Inc. License #216684

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,589

Year Built

  • Built in 1969

Lot Details

  • 1.19 Acre Lot
  • Lot Has A Rolling Slope

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage

Property Views

  • Lake
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Metal Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Partially Furnished
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Workshop
  • Wood Flooring
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Heating Available
  • Well
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Bright Mountain Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 9
  • Assessor Parcel Number 7563-16-6848

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,589

Year Built

Built in 1969

Lot Details

1.19 Acres

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.19
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Subdivision Name: Bright Mountain
  • Directions: From Crossroads, take 107N to left on North Norton Rd. At fork, stay right on N Norton until you pass the covered bridge on the left, Bright Mountain Road is on your right. Proceed up Bright Mt Rd for about a half mile and the home is on the left right at the fork in the road to Scenic Lake Lane. Ample parking available.
  • Architectural Style: A-Frame
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two, Multi/Split
  • New Construction: No
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1969
  • PropertySubTypeAdditional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Furnished: Partially
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Gas Oven, Refrigerator
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Stone
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Combination, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Open Floorplan, Natural Woodwork, Workshop

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Gentle Sloping, Landscaped, Native Plants, Private, Paved, Many Trees, Views, Level, Rolling Slope
  • Topography: Level,Rolling,Sloping,Terraced
  • View: Lake, Long Range, Mountain(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: None
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Features: Private Yard
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch
  • Roof: Metal

Garage/Parking

  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Parking Features: Gravel

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Closet
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Electric, Other, Wall Unit(s)
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Gas
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Satellite Internet Available
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 7563-16-6848
  • Zoning Description: Residential

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3589.49
  • Tax Lot: 9
  • Tax Year: 2025

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 13, 2026
Closed on
Sep 1, 2026
Sold by
James Bates Iii and James Brooke
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Philip Bradley
Cashiers Valley Real Estate LLC
Buyer's Agent
Dan Allen
Silver Creek Real Estate Group, Inc.
List Price
$1,295,000
Sold Price
$1,185,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$110,000
-8.49%
Views
54

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 13, 2026
Closed on
Aug 26, 2026
Sold by
Harvin Greene Anne and Morris Thomas
Bought by
Bates James and Bates Brooke
Seller's Agent
Philip Bradley
Cashiers Valley Real Estate LLC
Buyer's Agent
Dan Allen
Silver Creek Real Estate Group, Inc.
List Price
$1,295,000
Sold Price
$1,185,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$110,000
-8.49%
Views
54

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 26, 2021
Closed on
Aug 30, 2021
Sold by
Cesarano Gregory M and Cesarano Sue N
Bought by
Greene Anne Harvin and Greene Thomas Morris
Seller's Agent
Deborah Hattler
Landmark Realty Group - Frank Allen, Cashiers
Buyer's Agent
Non Member
Non-Member Office
List Price
$795,000
Sold Price
$800,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
0.63%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.16%
Original Mortgage
$640,000
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 26, 2021
Closed on
Aug 26, 2021
Sold by
Cesarano Gregory M and Cesarano Sue N
Bought by
Greene Anne Harvin and Greene Thomas Morris
Seller's Agent
Deborah Hattler
Landmark Realty Group - Frank Allen, Cashiers
Buyer's Agent
Non Member
Non-Member Office
List Price
$795,000
Sold Price
$800,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
0.63%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$640,000
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 30, 2008
Sold by
Thomason Cottrell L and Thomason Dagmar E
Bought by
Cesarano Gregory M and Cesarano Sue N
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $800,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $800,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $450,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $640,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $180,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $184,975 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/01/2026 09/01/26 Sold $1,185,000 -8.5% $780 / Sq Ft
08/15/2026 08/15/26 Pending -- -- --
06/13/2026 06/13/26 For Sale $1,295,000 +61.9% $852 / Sq Ft
08/30/2021 08/30/21 Sold $800,000 +0.6% $526 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/30/2021 07/30/21 Pending -- -- --
06/26/2021 06/26/21 For Sale $795,000 -- $523 / Sq Ft
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
2020 $1,164 $267,830 $100,000 $167,830
2019 $1,018 $267,830 $100,000 $167,830
2018 $1,164 $267,830 $100,000 $167,830
2017 $1,137 $267,830 $100,000 $167,830
2015 $1,083 $267,830 $100,000 $167,830
2011 -- $335,280 $100,000 $235,280
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Highlands-Cashiers Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 1003503

APN: 7563-16-5868

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