Firefly Cottage invites you to experience the charm of Historic Horse Cove, just 8 minutes from Main Street Highlands. This unrestricted property is currently a thriving vacation rental and offers endless possibilities—whether as a private retreat or continued income-producing investment. Bordering the soothing waters of Edwards Creek, the cottage welcomes you with a light-filled interior featuring vaulted ceilings with striking dark beams and warm hardwood floors. A stunning stone fireplace anchors the living room, while the screened porch off the main level expands your entertaining space. A spacious grilling deck is perfect for outside cooking and entertaining guests.
The lower level hosts the primary suite, complete with its own fireplace, and both bedrooms open onto a second screened porch with tranquil creek views. Thoughtful details like heated bathroom floors add comfort throughout. Outdoors, gather around the firepit to enjoy the peaceful sounds of the bubbling creek, or watch fireflies dance across the beautifully landscaped yard. There is abundant wildlife to see at this property! The home is offered furnished with a few exceptions, making it move-in ready for your personal mountain getaway or a seamless continuation as a vacation rental.
Firefly Cottage is truly a place where memories are made.
For sale
$849,000
142 Edwards Creek Road, Highlands, NC 28741
2beds
--sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1961
0.3 Acres Lot
$808,300 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Warm hardwood floorsLight-filled interiorSpacious grilling deckBeautifully landscaped yardHeated bathroom floorsStunning stone fireplaceGather around the firepit
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: March 02, 2026 at 08:17am
Listed by:
Cathy Garren,
Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT
Source: HCMLS,MLS#: 1002702Originating MLS: Highlands Cashiers Board of Realtors
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bedroom 2
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Central, Ductless
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Main Level
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Primary Downstairs, Pantry, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Gravel
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Fire Pit, Private Yard, Propane Tank - Leased, Satellite Dish
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Meadow, Mountain(s), Creek/Stream
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Creek/Stream
- Waterfront features: Creek, Waterfront
- Body of water: Edwards Creek
Lot
- Size: 0.3 Acres
- Features: Front Yard, Gentle Sloping, Native Plants, Private, Views, Waterfront, Rolling Slope
- Topography: Rolling,Sloping
Details
- Parcel number: 7459273961
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1961
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Spring
- Utilities for property: Propane, Satellite Internet Available, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Near National Forest
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Highlands
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $701,190
- Annual tax amount: $2,147
- Date on market: 3/2/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 2 days
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
$808,300
$768,000 - $849,000
$1,762/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $849,000-5.1% |
Source: HCMLS #1002702 Report a problem | ||
| 1/12/2026 | Listing removed | $895,000 |
Source: HCMLS #1001825 Report a problem | ||
| 9/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $895,000+23.4% |
Source: HCMLS #1001825 Report a problem | ||
| 10/27/2022 | Sold | $725,000+11.5% |
Source: HCMLS #100858 Report a problem | ||
| 9/28/2022 | Pending sale | $650,000 |
Source: HCMLS #100858 Report a problem | ||
| 9/24/2022 | Listed for sale | $650,000+64.6% |
Source: HCMLS #100858 Report a problem | ||
| 10/5/2017 | Sold | $395,000-1% |
Source: HCMLS #85007 Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2017 | Pending sale | $399,000 |
Source: LANDMARK REALTY GROUP LLC #85007 Report a problem | ||
| 6/2/2017 | Listed for sale | $399,000 |
Source: LANDMARK REALTY GROUP LLC #85007 Report a problem | ||
| 4/7/2017 | Pending sale | $399,000 |
Source: LANDMARK REALTY GROUP LLC #85007 Report a problem | ||
| 12/13/2016 | Price change | $399,000-6.1% |
Source: LANDMARK REALTY GROUP LLC #85007 Report a problem | ||
| 11/4/2016 | Listed for sale | $425,000 |
Source: Visual Tour Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,147 | $701,190 |
| 2024 | $2,147 +0.6% | $701,190 |
| 2023 | $2,135 +29.9% | $701,190 +96.3% |
| 2022 | $1,644 | $357,270 |
| 2021 | $1,644 +5.8% | $357,270 |
| 2020 | $1,554 +0.8% | $357,270 |
| 2019 | $1,541 +130.6% | $357,270 +124.2% |
| 2018 | $668 | $159,330 |
| 2017 | -- | $159,330 +14.6% |
| 2016 | -- | $139,000 +52.2% |
| 2015 | $424 -30.2% | $91,320 -58.9% |
| 2014 | $607 | $222,220 |
| 2013 | $607 | $222,220 |
| 2012 | -- | $222,220 |
| 2011 | -- | $222,220 |
| 2010 | -- | $222,220 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$4,326/mo
Principal & interest
$4022
Property taxes
$304
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28741
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Highlands SchoolGrades: K-12Distance: 1.5 mi
- 6/10Macon Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 13.3 mi
- 2/10Mountain View Intermediate SchoolGrades: 5-6Distance: 13.6 mi
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