Welcome to “The Cabin on Walkingstick” – A Soulful Mountain Retreat.
Escape the chaos of everyday life and immerse yourself in the serene sounds of nature at this immaculate mountain cabin perched above Big Creek, with a mesmerizing waterfall as your daily backdrop. 4.5 miles from the vibrant town of Highlands, North Carolina, this property offers the rare blend of total seclusion along with convenient access to five-star dining, world-class shopping, art galleries, and rich cultural experiences.
Crafted with timeless authenticity, the cabin features true chink log walls, an open-concept great room anchored by a stone fireplace, and a gourmet kitchen with granite countertops, a gas range, and Thermador appliances designed to inspire any home chef. The main-level primary suite ensures comfort and privacy, while two guest bedrooms and a cozy loft sitting area upstairs provide ample space for family and friends.
The expansive covered porch is truly an outdoor living room—complete with a grand wood-burning stone fireplace, hot tub, dining area, bar, and a cozy lounge space perfect for quiet mornings or unforgettable evenings. Just steps away, a viewing terrace places you right at the edge of the waterfall, where the sights and sounds of Big Creek will soothe your soul.
Bordering hundreds of acres of National Forest, “The Cabin on Walkingstick” offers the best of both worlds: a peaceful retreat immersed in nature, yet only minutes from one of the Southeast’s most celebrated mountain towns.
For sale
$1,650,000
671 Walkingstick Road, Highlands, NC 28741
3beds
--sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1998
1.04 Acres Lot
$1,515,400 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Stone fireplaceMesmerizing waterfallTotal seclusionWood-burning stone fireplaceHot tubCozy loft sitting areaGourmet kitchen
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 11, 2025 at 11:03am
Listed by:
Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT
Source: HCMLS,MLS#: 1001144Originating MLS: Highlands Cashiers Board of Realtors
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Loft
- Level: Upper
Heating
- Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Gas Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Warming Drawer, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Primary Downstairs, Natural Woodwork
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Crawl Space,Exterior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room, Outside, Stone, Wood Burning
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Living area range: 2001-2500 Square Feet
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached Carport
- Carport spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck
- Exterior features: Barbecue, Gas Grill, Lighting, Private Entrance, Rain Gutters, Storage, Satellite Dish
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Creek/Stream
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Creek/Stream
- Waterfront features: Creek
- Body of water: Big Creek
Lot
- Size: 1.04 Acres
- Features: Borders National Forest, Garden, Gentle Sloping, Landscaped, Secluded, Level, Waterfall
- Topography: Level,Sloping
Details
- Additional structures: Carport(s), Outdoor Kitchen, Other, See Remarks
- Parcel number: 7459435146
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Log Home
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Log
- Roof: Metal,Shake
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1998
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Generator
- Sewer: Septic Permit 3 Bedroom, Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Satellite Internet Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Fishing, Near National Forest, Trails/Paths
- Security: Security System, Security Gate
- Subdivision: Rustic Falls
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Highlands
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $1,001,940
- Annual tax amount: $3,016
- Date on market: 6/11/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Road surface type: Gravel
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