$3,200,000
SOLD AUG 8, 2025

542 Cross Creek Trail Cullowhee, NC 28723

4 Beds
4.5 Baths
-- Sq Ft
5.28 Acres

Recently Sold

4% Below List Price

92 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Panoramic View
  • 5.28 Acre Lot
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Gated Community
  • Deck
  • Vaulted Ceiling

About This Home

As of August 2025

This classic NC Mountain home tucked behind the gates of Cross Creek Preserve, a well-kept charming community located between Cashiers, Highlands, and Lake Glenville. This idyllic gated community begins entering through a covered bridge viewing the stunning meadow, natural streams, two acre fishing pond,waterfalls and dense forests providing the ultimate in privacy living. Smartly designed by well known architect Travis Mileti-Mountainworks with Interiors thoughtfully designed by award winning Stuart Pliner Design, Atlanta, GA. Every inch of this home reflects pride of ownership and attention to detail, from the freshly painted exterior to the beautifully cared-for interiors. Each room exudes style and comfort inviting you to “live” the space. Custom finishes, hardwood floors, Stark carpeting, Bevolo, Visual Comfort, & Lutron lighting, 3M window tinting, climate controlled wine room, climate controlled sunroom with casement windows/retractable screens for year-round use. Wood-burning stone fireplaces in living room & sunroom. Top of-the-line appliances, Viking & Subzero, custom cabinetry, walk-in pantry Phillip Jeffries wallpaper, ample storage and two zone temperature controlled wine fridge. Primary bedroom suite main level, bathroom includes soaking tub, steam shower, 2 walk-in closets. Upper level features sitting area, three bedroom suites, and cozy loft for office/playroom. This home and property have been meticulously maintained, all you have to do is move in! A one-of-a-kind opportunity to own a piece of countryside perfection minutes away from area golf clubs like GlenCove, Mountaintop, and Trillium Golf and Lake Club - You must see!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kati Miller

Caliber Fine Properties Listed on: 04/01/2025

Co-Listed By

Ali Moody

Caliber Fine Properties License #268695

Last Buyer's Agent

John Sheehan

Mountain Life Real Estate, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,503

Year Built

  • Built in 2014

Lot Details

  • 5.28 Acre Lot
  • Gated Home
  • Lot Has A Rolling Slope
  • Cleared Lot
  • Garden

HOA Fees

  • $367 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Property Views

  • Panoramic
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Frame Construction
  • Wood Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Screened Porch
  • Crawl Space
  • Home Security System
  • Dryer

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Propane Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Soaking Tub

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Glass Enclosed
  • Outdoor Grill

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Propane
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 9
  • Assessor Parcel Number 7552-49-0717

Community Details

Overview

  • Cross Creek Preserve HOA
  • Cross Creek Preserve Cashiers Subdivision

Security

  • Gated Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,503

Year Built

Built in 2014

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$367 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 5.28
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 333
  • Co List Office Phone: 828-333-7446
  • Subdivision Name: Cross Creek Preserve Cashiers
  • Directions: Take HWY 64 to Norton Rd. Drive approximately 2 miles to left on Yellow Mountain Rd. Drive approximately 1 mile and look for the gate to Cross Creek Preserve on the left. Must have gate code to get in the community. Take Cross Creek Trail to the homesite on the right. Make sure to check out the community fishing pond, fire pit and meadows!
  • Architectural Style: Cottage, Farmhouse
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 2014
  • PropertySubTypeAdditional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Appliances: Bar Fridge, Built-In Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Disposal, Microwave, Propane Cooktop, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Water Softener, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
  • Has Basement: Crawl Space, Encapsulated
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Starter, Living Room, See Remarks, Stone, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Bookcases, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, His and Hers Closets, Kitchen Island, Primary Downstairs, Multiple Closets, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Soaking Tub, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Cleared, Garden, Gentle Sloping, Landscaped, Meadow, Native Plants, Private, Paved, See Remarks, Views, Flat, Level, Rolling Slope
  • Topography: Level,Rolling,Sloping
  • View: Garden, Hills, Meadow, Mountain(s), Panoramic, Ridge
  • View: Yes
  • Construction Type: Blown-In Insulation, Board & Batten Siding, Foam Insulation, Frame, Stone, Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Garden, Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Breezeway
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Enclosed, Front Porch, Glass Enclosed, Screened, See Remarks
  • Roof: Wood

Garage/Parking

  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Asphalt

Utilities

  • Security: Security System, Gated Community
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Heat Pump, Multi-Fuel
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Permit 4 Bedroom, Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Propane, Satellite Internet Available, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Community/Coop

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Fishing, Gated
  • Amenities: Gated, Picnic Area
  • Association Fee: 4400.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Name: Cross Creek Preserve HOA
  • Association: Yes

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 7552-49-0717
  • Zoning Description: Residential

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4503.0
  • Tax Lot: 9
  • Tax Year: 2024

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 1, 2025
Closed on
Aug 5, 2025
Sold by
Pliner Stuart C and Pliner Barbara Bing
Bought by
Schavrien Family Trust and Schavrien
Seller's Agent
Kati Miller
Caliber Fine Properties
Buyer's Agent
John Sheehan
Mountain Life Real Estate, LLC
List Price
$3,350,000
Sold Price
$3,200,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$150,000
-4.48%
Views
60

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-94.59%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 22, 2017
Closed on
Sep 25, 2018
Sold by
Benitez Michaerl D and Benitez Cheryl A
Bought by
Pliner Stuart C and Pliner Barbara B
Seller's Agent
Mike Benitez
Cashiers Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Kati MT Miller
Mountaintop Properties LLC.
List Price
$1,172,000
Sold Price
$960,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$212,000
-18.09%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
19.15%
Original Mortgage
$750,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 26, 2015
Sold by
Benitez Michael D
Bought by
Benitez Michael D and Benitez Cheryl A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 27, 2010
Sold by
Cross Creek Preserve Inc
Bought by
Bentez Michael D
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $3,200,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $3,200,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $960,000 --
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $750,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/08/2025 08/08/25 Sold $3,200,000 -4.5% --
07/02/2025 07/02/25 Pending -- -- --
04/02/2025 04/02/25 For Sale $3,350,000 0.0% --
04/02/2025 04/02/25 Off Market $3,350,000 -- --
04/01/2025 04/01/25 For Sale $3,350,000 +249.0% --
09/25/2018 09/25/18 Sold $960,000 -18.1% -- View Prior Sale
09/08/2018 09/08/18 Pending -- -- --
09/22/2017 09/22/17 For Sale $1,172,000 -- --
Source: Highlands-Cashiers Board of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

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
2025 $7,496 $1,972,688 $266,310 $1,706,378
2024 $4,050 $1,065,770 $255,920 $809,850
2023 $4,503 $1,065,770 $255,920 $809,850
2022 $4,503 $1,065,770 $255,920 $809,850
2021 $4,050 $1,065,770 $255,920 $809,850
2020 $4,207 $1,017,160 $200,000 $817,160
2019 $4,207 $1,017,160 $200,000 $817,160
2018 $4,207 $1,017,160 $200,000 $817,160
2017 $4,105 $1,017,160 $200,000 $817,160
2015 $1,580 $1,117,160 $300,000 $817,160
2011 -- $300,000 $300,000 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Highlands-Cashiers Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 1000427

APN: 7552-49-0717