Tessentee Creek - Grand Estate—41.47 pristine, unrestricted acres in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains near Franklin and Highlands, NC. This private retreat blends classic Tudor style with extraordinary natural beauty, offering over 1,300 ft of bold trout creek frontage and stunning views of mountains, rock outcroppings, open fields, and fenced pasture. The 3-bed, 3.5-bath home features hardwood floors throughout and a vaulted living room centered around a Rumford fireplace, perfect for entertaining. The spacious kitchen includes granite countertops, a commercial gas range, island, pantries, and a sunny south-facing breakfast nook. The main-level primary ensuite is generously sized with a tile bath. Upstairs are two bedrooms and a tile bath, including one oversized room ideal for multiple beds or a sitting area. The lower level offers a TV/rec room, full bath, laundry, and a workshop large enough for ATVs and equipment, plus a terrace overlooking pasture rolling toward the creek and mountains.Completing the estate is a nearly new tiny home guest house tucked privately into the woods, barn, metal equipment building, backup generator and a creekfront picnic area.
Under contract
$1,890,000
4399 Tessentee Rd, Franklin, NC 28734
3beds
3,402sqft
Est.:
Residential
Built in 1990
41.47 Acres Lot
$1,735,800 Zestimate®
$556/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Rumford fireplaceCreekfront picnic areaClassic tudor styleMetal equipment buildingHardwood floors throughoutSunny south-facing breakfast nookSpacious kitchen
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: February 14, 2026 at 11:46am
Listed by:
Marty Kimsey,
Re/Max Elite Realty
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS,MLS#: 26042863
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 295.92
- Dimensions: 22.33 x 13.25
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 400.06
- Dimensions: 27.75 x 14.42
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 237.88
- Dimensions: 16.5 x 14.42
Dining room
- Area: 211.46
- Dimensions: 16.92 x 12.5
Kitchen
- Area: 310.25
- Dimensions: 17 x 18.25
Living room
- Area: 544
- Dimensions: 17 x 32
Heating
- Electric, Wood, Propane, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Electric, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Exhaust Fan, Gas Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas/Propane Water Heater
Features
- Bonus Room, Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Room, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Ceramic Tile Bath, Formal Dining Room, Kitchen Island, Large Master Bedroom, Main Level Living, Primary w/Ensuite, Primary on Main Level, Rec/Game Room, Walk-In Closet(s), Workshop
- Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
- Doors: Doors-Insulated
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Daylight,Recreation/Game Room,Exterior Entry,Interior Entry,Washer/Dryer Hook-up,Finished Bath,Lower/Terrace
- Attic: Storage Only,Expandable,Other
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Brick
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,402
- Total interior livable area: 3,402 sqft
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Parking
- Parking features: Garage-Double Attached, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Long Range View, View Year Round
- Waterfront features: River Front, Stream/Creek
Lot
- Size: 41.47 Acres
- Features: Adjoins USFS, Allow RVs, Flood Plain, Level, Level Yard, Open Lot, Pasture, Private, Rolling, Suitable for Horses, Unrestricted, Wooded
- Residential vegetation: Partially Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Storage Building/Shed
- Parcel number: 7501202390
- Other equipment: Generator
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Custom
- Property subtype: Residential
Materials
- Wood Siding, Brick Veneer, Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1990
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well, Private
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Franklin
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $556/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,101,910
- Annual tax amount: $2,270
- Date on market: 12/11/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
$1,735,800
$1.65M - $1.82M
$3,391/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/14/2026 | Contingent | $1,890,000$556/sqft |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26042863 Report a problem | ||
| 12/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,890,000+150.3%$556/sqft |
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| 8/27/2013 | Sold | $755,000-11.2%$222/sqft |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #50138 Report a problem | ||
| 1/4/2013 | Price change | $850,000-30.6%$250/sqft |
Source: pR Markham Bankston, REALTORS #50138 Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/2010 | Price change | $1,225,000-2%$360/sqft |
Source: Systems Engineering, Inc. #43658 Report a problem | ||
| 6/4/2010 | Price change | $1,250,000-2.3%$367/sqft |
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| 12/5/2009 | Price change | $1,280,000-1.5%$376/sqft |
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| 7/13/2009 | Price change | $1,300,000-3.7%$382/sqft |
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| 1/13/2009 | Listed for sale | $1,350,000-3.2%$397/sqft |
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| 11/10/2008 | Listing removed | $1,395,000$410/sqft |
Source: Homes For Sale in the Mountains #40668 Report a problem | ||
| 11/3/2008 | Listed for sale | $1,395,000$410/sqft |
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| 5/10/2008 | Listing removed | $1,395,000$410/sqft |
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| 2/1/2008 | Listed for sale | $1,395,000$410/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,271 | $634,480 |
| 2024 | $2,271 +0.5% | $634,480 |
| 2023 | $2,259 +9.6% | $634,480 +62.5% |
| 2022 | $2,061 | $390,530 |
| 2021 | $2,061 +12.1% | $390,530 -41.5% |
| 2020 | $1,838 +0.7% | $667,990 |
| 2019 | $1,825 | $667,990 +4.4% |
| 2018 | $1,825 -9.8% | $639,580 |
| 2017 | $2,024 | $639,580 |
| 2016 | $2,024 | $639,580 |
| 2015 | $2,024 +2% | $639,580 -50.2% |
| 2014 | $1,985 | $1,284,170 |
| 2013 | $1,985 | $1,284,170 |
| 2012 | -- | $1,284,170 |
| 2011 | -- | $1,284,170 |
| 2010 | -- | $1,284,170 |
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Est. payment
$10,005/mo
Principal & interest
$9328
Property taxes
$677
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- 6/10Macon Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 6.2 mi
- 6/10Macon Early College High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.5 mi
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