$649,000

Nestled among mature hardwoods on 0.68 acres in Sapphire’s Holly Forest, this inviting two-bedroom mountain home with multiple bonus rooms captures year-round, long-range views of Chimneytop Mountain and offers serene outdoor living. Multi-level walkways and decks wind around the home, connecting to a covered grilling patio, while a spacious sunroom with a wall of windows brings the mountain scenery into view. The main level features the primary ensuite bedroom, an open living and dining area with a wood-burning fireplace, and a kitchen with a pass-through window to the breakfast bar, along with a convenient half bathroom. The lower level offers a second ensuite bedroom, a third full bathroom, a laundry closet, and two generous bonus areas with direct access to the decks — providing flexibility for a home office, hobby room, or additional gathering areas. A garage with finished space for storage adds practical convenience. Holly Forest homeowners enjoy access to Sapphire Valley Master Association amenities, including indoor and outdoor swimming pools, fitness facilities, tennis and pickleball courts, golf, Fairfield Lake activities, and seasonal recreation. Throughout the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau, outdoor adventure is never far away, with miles of hiking trails, scenic mountain overlooks, cascading waterfalls, trout streams, and lakes for boating, fishing, and swimming. The area’s elevation brings refreshing summer temperatures and four distinct seasons, each offering its own scenery and opportunities to explore. The nearby villages of Cashiers and Highlands feature locally owned shops, galleries, restaurants, live music, seasonal festivals, and community events, creating a welcoming mountain lifestyle that balances outdoor recreation with small-town charm. With short-term rental flexibility and access to the area's many attractions, this property presents an opportunity to enjoy a mountain home while exploring its potential as an investment property. Asheville Regional Airport and larger cities throughout the Southeast are within driving distance for regional travel and weekend getaways.