Windy Hill Lodge is an extraordinary mountain retreat set on 6.3 private acres at approximately 3,850 feet elevation within a gated community bordered by National Forest on three sides. The property offers sweeping long-range views across North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia, including iconic vistas of Whiteside Mountain, Yellow Mountain, Shortoff Mountain, Big Terrapin Mountain, Rabun Bald, and the waters of Lakes Jocassee, Keowee, and Hartwell. Residents also enjoy access to a private 22-acre park with trails and the pristine Whitewater River, creating a rare combination of privacy, natural beauty, and outdoor recreation.
This exceptional 5-bedroom, 5 bath lodge blends refined mountain architecture with timeless craftsmanship and comfort. The expansive great room features a soaring 26-foot cathedral ceiling with exposed beams, rich oak floors, and a massive Tennessee fieldstone fireplace. Windows frame breathtaking mountain views and fill the home with natural light, while the great room opens to a spacious covered porch with its own stone fireplace and outdoor dining area—perfect for enjoying cool mountain evenings and spectacular sunsets.
The chef’s kitchen is designed for entertaining and everyday living with granite countertops, a large island, butler’s pantry, and premium appliances including a six-burner Dacor gas cooktop, GE Monogram built-in refrigerator and freezer, double ovens, warming drawer, and KitchenAid dishwasher. A stand-alone bar with ice maker, sink, and refrigerator provides an inviting gathering space.
The main-level primary suite serves as a private retreat with mountain and lake views, a see-through gas fireplace, jetted soaking tub, oversized steam shower, dual water closets, and a spacious dressing room with cedar closet. Also on the main level are a guest bedroom with bath and a paneled library with fireplace. Upstairs offers a private guest suite with bedroom, full bath, sitting area, and wet bar.
The lower level includes two guest bedrooms with private baths, an exercise room, craft room, safe room, and a large third garage with workshop area. Additional features include a whole-house generator, central vacuum, four-zone HVAC, emergency water storage, mature landscaping, extensive exterior stonework, and abundant storage. Windy Hill Lodge offers a rare opportunity to experience luxury mountain living in the Blue Ridge Mountains.
For sale
$6,995,000
951 Whitewater Ridge Road, Sapphire, NC 28774
6beds
--sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2005
6.24 Acres Lot
$6,492,200 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Craft roomOversized steam showerExtensive exterior stoneworkRich oak floorsLarge islandRefined mountain architectureTimeless craftsmanship and comfort
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 31, 2026 at 12:34pm
Listed by:
Grace Battle,
Cashiers Sotheby's International Realty
Source: HCMLS,MLS#: 1002775Originating MLS: Highlands Cashiers Board of Realtors
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bedroom 4
- Level: Lower
Bedroom 5
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 5
- Level: Lower
Primary bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom 2
- Level: Main
Bathroom 3
- Level: Main
Bathroom 4
- Level: Second
Bathroom 5
- Level: Lower
Bathroom 5
- Level: Lower
Basement
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Level: Main
Game room
- Level: Lower
Great room
- Level: Main
Gym
- Level: Lower
Other
- Level: Second
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Lower
Library
- Level: Main
Media room
- Level: Lower
Other
- Level: Lower
Recreation
- Level: Second
Recreation
- Level: Lower
Workshop
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Gas, Heat Pump, Multi-Fuel
Cooling
- Attic Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Gas, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Gas Range, Built-In Refrigerator, Down Draft, Double Oven, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Freezer, Disposal, Ice Maker, Microwave, Propane Cooktop, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater, Warming Drawer, Water Purifier, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level, Lower Level, Laundry Room, Laundry Tub, Sink, Stacked
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Wet Bar, Breakfast Bar, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Central Vacuum, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, His and Hers Closets, High Speed Internet, In-Law Floorplan, Jetted Tub, Kitchen Island, Primary Downstairs, Multiple Closets
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Finished,Garage Access,Heated,Concrete,Storage Space,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Bedroom, Bath, Den, Double Sided, Electric, Gas Starter, Great Room, Library, Masonry, Primary Bedroom, Outside, Propane, Stone, Wood Burning
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Living area range: 3501-4000 Square Feet
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Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Additional Parking, Basement, Concrete, Driveway, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage, Garage Door Opener, Kitchen Level, Lighted, Garage Faces Side, Workshop in Garage
- Garage spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Side Porch
- Exterior features: Built-in Barbecue, Barbecue, Garden, Private Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake, Mountain(s), Other, Panoramic
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 6.24 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Landscaped, Native Plants, Private, Paved, Rolling Slope, Many Trees, Views
- Topography: Sloping
Details
- Parcel number: 7499485190000
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Wood Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2005
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Generator
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Shared Well, Well
- Utilities for property: Fiber Optic Available, High Speed Internet Available, Propane, Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Lake, Near National Forest, Gated
- Security: Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire Alarm, Gated Community, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Whitewater Ridge
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA name: Whitewater Ridge
Location
- Region: Sapphire
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $1,787,210
- Annual tax amount: $10,311
- Date on market: 3/14/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 24 days
- Road surface type: Other, Paved
Estimated market value
$6,492,200
$6.17M - $6.82M
$6,267/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $6,995,000+311.5% |
Source: HCMLS #1002775 Report a problem | ||
| 2/3/2021 | Sold | $1,700,000-5.3% |
Source: HCMLS #91469 Report a problem | ||
| 11/19/2020 | Pending sale | $1,795,000 |
Source: BETSY PAUL PROPERTIES, INC. #91469 Report a problem | ||
| 11/5/2020 | Price change | $1,795,000-7.9% |
Source: BETSY PAUL PROPERTIES, INC. #91469 Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2020 | Price change | $1,950,000-2.3% |
Source: BETSY PAUL PROPERTIES, INC. #91469 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2019 | Listed for sale | $1,995,000 |
Source: BETSY PAUL PROPERTIES, INC. #91469 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $11,765 | $1,787,210 |
| 2023 | $11,765 | $1,787,210 |
| 2022 | $11,765 +0.8% | $1,787,210 |
| 2021 | $11,676 +8.7% | $1,787,210 +15.8% |
| 2020 | $10,740 +18.7% | $1,543,110 +17.9% |
| 2019 | $9,047 +23.9% | $1,309,270 +1.4% |
| 2018 | $7,300 +1.2% | $1,291,110 |
| 2017 | $7,216 | $1,291,110 |
| 2016 | $7,216 +19.3% | $1,291,110 -9.6% |
| 2015 | $6,047 | $1,427,460 |
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Est. payment
$37,006/mo
Principal & interest
$34325
Property taxes
$2681
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- 3/10T C Henderson ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 9.6 mi
- 8/10Rosman MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 13.4 mi
- 7/10Rosman HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 13.4 mi
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