$2,600,000
SOLD OCT 31, 2025

891 Crescent Trail Highlands, NC 28741

4 Beds
4.5 Baths
1,728 Sq Ft
1.02 Acres

Recently Sold

$1,505 Per Sq Ft

12% Below List Price

78 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • Gated Community
  • Community Lake
  • Fitness Center
  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Clubhouse

About This Home

As of October 2025

Luxury Mountain Retreat in the Prestigious Cullasaja Club
Discover refined mountain living at its finest in this exceptional home, nestled within the exclusive, gated community of the Cullasaja Club in Highlands, North Carolina. This fully furnished property features a beautifully appointed three-bedroom main residence, paired with a separate, artfully finished and furnished one-bedroom guest house, built in 2022—ideal for hosting in style or offering private accommodations for friends and family. The main home welcomes you with soaring, beamed ceilings and a spacious open-concept layout, where the kitchen and living room flow seamlessly, perfect for entertaining or quiet evenings by the fire. A floating staircase leads to an inviting upper level featuring two ensuite guest bedrooms and a cozy reading loft. The main level primary suite offers a luxurious retreat with a cedar-lined walk-in closet.
Step out onto the expansive screened-in porch, complete with a wood-burning fireplace, or unwind on the rear deck in the private hot tub overlooking pristine views of the adjacent national forest. Whether hosting guests or enjoying a peaceful evening, the indoor-outdoor living spaces invite year-round enjoyment.
The separate guest house offers its own charm with a full kitchen, cathedral ceilings, and open living space—ideal for long-term guests or short-term visitors seeking comfort and privacy.
A rare feature for a mountain property, this home offers level front and rear yards, professionally landscaped and designed for effortless mountain living. The oversized two-car garage provides additional convenience and storage.
A Cullasaja Club Golf Membership May Be Available Upon Approval, providing access to premier lifestyle amenities, including:
• The Arnold Palmer Signature Golf Course
• Championship Tennis & Croquet Facilities
• Resort-Style Swimming Pool
• Fine Dining and Modern Fitness Center
• Private 27-Acre Lake for Fishing and Kayaking
• Vibrant Year-Round Social Events
Live Where Nature Meets Sophistication
From mornings on the fairway to evenings by the fire, this one-of-a-kind property blends the serenity of the mountains with the luxuries of club living. Don’t miss your chance to own this thoughtfully crafted retreat where every detail has been elevated for mountain living at its best.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Douglas Treadwell

Mountain Life Real Estate, LLC Listed on: 06/12/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Douglas Treadwell

Mountain Life Real Estate, LLC Listed on: 06/12/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,895

Year Built

  • Built in 1999

Lot Details

  • 1.02 Acre Lot
  • North Facing Home
  • Level Lot
  • Garden

HOA Fees

  • $478 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Furnished
  • Built-In Features
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Screened Porch
  • Wood Flooring
  • Views of Woods
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Kitchen Island

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Propane
  • Private Water Source
  • Private Sewer

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 273
  • Assessor Parcel Number 7551212107

Community Details

Overview

  • Cullasaja Club Association
  • Cullasaja Club Subdivision
  • Community Lake

Recreation

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

Additional Features

  • Clubhouse
  • Gated Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,895

Year Built

Built in 1999

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$478 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.02
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Exclusions: see attached list
  • Subdivision Name: Cullasaja Club
  • Directions: From Main Street in Highlands, take 64E/4th St for about 4 miles then RIGHT onto Cullasaja Club Dr. Turn right on Crescent Trail, continue to near the top and 891 is on your right.
  • Architectural Style: Cottage, Craftsman
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1999
  • PropertySubTypeAdditional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Furnished: Furnished
  • Appliances: Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Has Basement: Concrete
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Gas Starter, Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Combination, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Primary Downstairs, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Stone Counters, Natural Woodwork, Walk-In Closet(s)

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Borders National Forest, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Near Golf Course, Gentle Sloping, Landscaped, Private, Flat, Level
  • Pool Features: Community
  • Topography: Level
  • View: Garden, Trees/Woods
  • View: Yes
  • Direction Faces: North
  • Exterior Features: Garden, Private Yard
  • Other Structures: Guest House
  • Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Covered, Deck, Enclosed, Screened
  • Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Additional Parking, Asphalt, Garage, Garage Faces Side

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Inside, Main Level, Laundry Room, Laundry Tub, Sink
  • Security: Security Gate, Gated with Guard, Gated Community, 24 Hour Security, Security Guard
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Fiber Optic Available, Propane, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Private

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Fishing, Golf, Lake, Near National Forest, Playground, Pool, Putting Green, Restaurant, Tennis Court(s), Trails/Paths, Gated
  • Association Fee: 5739.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Name: Cullasaja Club
  • Association: Yes

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 7551212107
  • Zoning Description: Residential

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 5895.12
  • Tax Lot: 273
  • Tax Year: 2025

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Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 12, 2025
Closed on
Oct 9, 2025
Sold by
William T Heaviside Revocable Trust and Heaviside William T
Bought by
C & L Real Estate Holdings Llc
Seller's Agent
Douglas Treadwell
Mountain Life Real Estate, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Douglas Treadwell
Mountain Life Real Estate, LLC
List Price
$2,950,000
Sold Price
$2,600,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$350,000
-11.86%
Views
1311

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
20.03%

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 8, 2020
Closed on
Nov 8, 2020
Sold by
Richardson Troy K and Richardson Rochelle L
Bought by
Heaviside William T and William T Heaviside Revocable
Seller's Agent
Craig Berry (MLS Only)
Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT
Buyer's Agent
Doug Helms
Christie's International Real Estate Highlands-Cashiers
List Price
$950,000
Sold Price
$920,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$30,000
-3.16%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
23.20%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 8, 2017
Closed on
Apr 27, 2018
Sold by
Us Bank Na
Bought by
Richardson Rochelle and Richardson Troy
Seller's Agent
Benjamin Vanhook
Mountain Pro Real Estate Prof.
Buyer's Agent
Craig Berry (MLS Only)
Highlands Sotheby's International Realty (Mls)
List Price
$400,000
Sold Price
$400,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
38.81%
Original Mortgage
$340,000
Interest Rate
4.58%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 1, 2017
Sold by
Nationstar Mortgage Llc
Bought by
U S Bank Na and Bcat 2016 18Tt

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 2, 2016
Sold by
Brock & Scott Pllc
Bought by
Nationstar Mortgage Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 13, 2000
Sold by
Upper Loft Designs
Bought by
Anderson Mark Eugene
Source: Public Records

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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 $2,500,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $920,000 None Available
Deed -- --
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Trustee Deed $788,138 None Available
Deed $635,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $340,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner -- No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/31/2025 10/31/25 Sold $2,600,000 -5.5% $1,505 / Sq Ft
08/29/2025 08/29/25 Pending -- -- --
08/13/2025 08/13/25 Price Changed $2,750,000 -6.8% $1,591 / Sq Ft
06/12/2025 06/12/25 For Sale $2,950,000 +220.7% $1,707 / Sq Ft
11/10/2020 11/10/20 Sold $920,000 -3.2% $532 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
11/05/2020 11/05/20 Pending -- -- --
05/08/2020 05/08/20 For Sale $950,000 +137.5% $550 / Sq Ft
04/27/2018 04/27/18 Sold $400,000 0.0% $231 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/28/2018 03/28/18 Pending -- -- --
09/08/2017 09/08/17 For Sale $400,000 -- $231 / Sq Ft
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 -- $1,956,110 $150,000 $1,806,110
2024 $5,895 $1,956,110 $150,000 $1,806,110
2023 $3,911 $1,956,110 $150,000 $1,806,110
2022 $3,911 $859,370 $150,000 $709,370
2021 $3,317 $746,190 $150,000 $596,190
2020 $2,988 $711,570 $150,000 $561,570
2018 $3,206 $864,740 $250,000 $614,740
2017 $3,206 $864,740 $250,000 $614,740
2016 $3,206 $864,740 $250,000 $614,740
2015 $3,183 $864,740 $250,000 $614,740
2014 $3,075 $1,042,790 $269,570 $773,220
2013 -- $1,042,790 $269,570 $773,220
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Highlands-Cashiers Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 1001166

APN: 7551212107