Hemlock Hill – designed by a renowned local architect and constructed in 1985. This home features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a unique modernist design, custom woodwork and a private setting on over 3 acres just minutes from Highlands’ town center. In 2023, this property was carefully and respectfully updated while preserving the original character and architect’s vision. This property offers a unique blend of privacy, acreage to expand and proximity to town. Whether you are looking for a private retreat, an income property or both, Hemlock Hill awaits. The recent updates and native landscaping ensure that Hemlock Hill will be a low-maintenance investment for years to come. Highlands NC was selected by Travel & Leisure as “America’s Best Small Mountain Town” in 2023 and Outside magazine ranked Highlands as one of its top ten small adventure towns in the world for 2026.
For sale
$1,395,000
711 Flat Mountain Road, Highlands, NC 28741
3beds
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Single Family Residence
Built in 1985
3.23 Acres Lot
$1,324,300 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Custom woodworkCarefully and respectfully updatedNative landscapingUnique design
- 111 days |
- 499 |
- 14 |
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Listed by:
Clif Gottwals,
Christie's International Real Estate Highlands-Cashiers
Source: HCMLS,MLS#: 1002508Originating MLS: Highlands Cashiers Board of Realtors
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 1
- Level: Main
Bathroom 2
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher, Free-Standing Gas Range, Microwave, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Bookcases, Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Natural Woodwork
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Living area range: 1001-1500 Square Feet
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Gravel, Oversized
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Fire Pit, Private Entrance, Private Yard, Rain Gutters
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Creek/Stream, Trees/Woods
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Creek/Stream
- Waterfront features: Pond, Stream
Lot
- Size: 3.23 Acres
- Features: Gentle Sloping, Native Plants, Wetlands
- Topography: Sloping
Details
- Parcel number: 7541319145
- Zoning description: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Wood Siding
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1985
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, High Speed Internet Available, Propane
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Highlands
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $788,360
- Annual tax amount: $2,399
- Date on market: 2/11/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 112 days
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
$1,324,300
$1.26M - $1.39M
$2,917/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,395,000 |
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| 3/26/2026 | Contingent | $1,395,000 |
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| 2/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,395,000+7.3% |
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| 11/29/2025 | Listing removed | $1,300,000 |
Source: HCMLS #1000371 Report a problem | ||
| 7/23/2025 | Price change | $1,300,000-10.3% |
Source: HCMLS #1000371 Report a problem | ||
| 3/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,450,000 |
Source: HCMLS #1000371 Report a problem | ||
| 11/13/2024 | Listing removed | $1,450,000 |
Source: HCMLS #104376 Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,450,000 |
Source: HCMLS #104376 Report a problem | ||
| 12/2/2023 | Listing removed | $1,450,000 |
Source: HCMLS #103081 Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,450,000+93.3% |
Source: HCMLS #103081 Report a problem | ||
| 9/12/2022 | Sold | $750,000-5.7% |
Source: HCMLS #100591 Report a problem | ||
| 8/16/2022 | Pending sale | $795,000 |
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| 8/10/2022 | Listed for sale | $795,000 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,399 | $788,360 |
| 2024 | $2,399 +0.5% | $788,360 |
| 2023 | $2,387 -25.9% | $788,360 +8.9% |
| 2022 | $3,220 | $723,830 |
| 2021 | $3,220 +6% | $723,830 |
| 2020 | $3,037 +0.4% | $723,830 |
| 2019 | $3,024 | $723,830 +5.6% |
| 2018 | $3,024 | $685,440 |
| 2017 | -- | $685,440 |
| 2016 | -- | $685,440 |
| 2015 | $2,561 +0.9% | $685,440 -16% |
| 2014 | $2,538 | $816,300 |
| 2013 | $2,538 | $816,300 |
| 2012 | -- | $816,300 |
| 2011 | -- | $816,300 |
| 2010 | -- | $816,300 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28741
Getting around
2 / 100
Car-DependentNearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Highlands SchoolGrades: K-12Distance: 2.4 mi
- 6/10Macon Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 10.4 mi
- 2/10Mountain View Intermediate SchoolGrades: 5-6Distance: 10.6 mi
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- North Carolina
- Macon County
- Highlands
- 28741
- 711 Flat Mountain Road





