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4 beds

1048 Bright Mountain Rd, Cullowhee, NC 28723

Single FamilyProperty Type
1.81 acresLot Size
2002Year Built

Description

Heart stopping views of lake glenville! This majestic mountain home is built to impress with a rare sunset facing view over the lake. Designed and built by local architect Greg Hall, this custom contemporary home was built specifically for this property. It is a unique property that maximizes views and privacy. With 4 bedrooms and 4.5 baths, this house will accommodate a large group of people, be it family or friends. Two outdoor living porches are screened in and offer additional living space for...Heart stopping views of lake glenville! This majestic mountain home is built to impress with a rare sunset facing view over the lake. Designed and built by local architect Greg Hall, this custom contemporary home was built specifically for this property. It is a unique property that maximizes views and privacy. With 4 bedrooms and 4.5 baths, this house will accommodate a large group of people, be it family or friends. Two outdoor living porches are screened in and offer additional living space for entertaining. One living porch has its own fireplace for those cool nights. The master bedroom on the main level offers its own privacy and has its own outdoor screened in porch. This home sports a fantastic kitchen big enough for all the chefs in the house. The open floor plan on the living level makes this home feel spacious yet cozy. The windows in the great room draw you in as you stand in awe of the long range mountain views and the views of Lake Glenville. In the gated community of Leawood of Bright Mountain. A brand new Generac generator is being installed with a 10 year warranty. A recent insurance appraisal has the house replacement valued at $1,188,16. The home is a short 12-15 minute drive to/from Cashiers Village where shops and restaurants are open year round. Hiking trails, waterfalls are all within an easy 30 minute drive from this top of the mountain getaway. This is not just a "must see" home, it is one you have to experience!
  • Listed by: Philip Bradley 828.743.3411 Coleen@Cashiers.Com Brokerage DRE #C26043 • MCKEE PROPERTIES
Listing closed: 10/01/2020 12:00 AM • Source: Highlands-Cashiers BOR, MLS#: 91234
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Median sold price

$1,520,000

Avg days on market

154

Sale-to-list ratio

91.4%

Cullowhee, NC

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Location

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Principal and Interest

$4,858

Property Taxes

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Property Information for 1048 Bright Mountain Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $3,750 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Furnished: Negotiable
  • Subdivision Name: Leawood
  • Has View: Yes
  • View: Lake

Building Information

  • Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 2002
  • Lot Size: 1.81 AC / 78,843 SF

Summary

Location and General Information
  • Directions: From cross roads, take 107 and turn left onto North Norton Rd at the Blue Ridge School. Pass Trillium S/D and at fork, take right staying on N Norton. Pass covered bridge and turn right on Bright Mountain Rd. Go straight up and at fork, keep right, (straight up) staying on Bright Mt Rd. Enter code at the gate. (TEXT OR EMAIL AGENT FOR CODE IN ADVANCE.) Proceed into Leawood, first house on right.
  • Latitude: 35.155766
  • Longitude: -83.141107
  • MLS Area Major: North Norton
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: Yes
  • Parcel Number: 7563-27-5420
  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,750.19
  • Tax Lot: 4 4E
  • Tax Year: 2018
Parking
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Gravel, Gated
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Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Rock Outcropping, Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.81
  • Lot Size Area: 1.81
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 78843.6
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
Property and Assessments
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2002
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Roof: Metal
  • Stories: 3
Farm Information
  • Other Equipment: Satellite Dish
Financial Information
  • Current Financing: Conventional
Utilities
  • Electric: Generator
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Private

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Community Features: Gated
  • Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Covered, Enclosed, Patio, Porch, Screened, Side Porch
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Refrigerator, Washer, Oven
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Central
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Outside, Stone, Wood Burning
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), High Speed Internet

Room Information

Room 1
  • Type: Living Room
  • Level: Lower
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 2
  • Type: Family Room
  • Level: Lower
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 3
  • Type: Dining Room
  • Level: Lower
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 4
  • Type: Bedroom 3
  • Level: Upper
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 5
  • Type: Bonus Room
  • Level: Upper
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 6
  • Type: Bedroom 2
  • Level: Upper
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 7
  • Type: Master Bedroom
  • Level: Main
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 8
  • Type: Bedroom 4
  • Level: Upper
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 9
  • Type: Kitchen
  • Level: Lower
  • Area Units: Square Feet

Property History for 1048 Bright Mountain Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 1, 2020

Closed

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #91234

$910,000—
Sep 24, 2020

Under Contract-No Show

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #91234

—
Sep 2, 2020

Under Contract-Show

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #91234

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/01/2020

Closed

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #91234

$910,000
09/24/2020

Under Contract-No Show

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #91234

—
09/02/2020

Under Contract-Show

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #91234

—

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1048 Bright Mountain Road

Taxable Value

Land

$150,000

Additions

$1,475,261
Total$1,625,261

Tax Record

2025

$6,176 ($515 / month)

Home Facts

Beds

4

Baths

4.5

Total Finished SqFt

3,894 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

3,894 SqFt

Stories

2

Lot Size

43,560 SqFt

Style

Single Family Residence

Year Built

2002

County

JACKSON

APN

7563-27-5420

Fireplace Type

Has Fireplace

Schools near 1048 Bright Mountain Road

This home is within Jackson County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 6
Public - 7 to 13
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 13
Rating
School
Distance
Blue Ridge School
PublicPK to 6

Blue Ridge Virtual Early College
Public7 to 13

Smoky Mountain High
Public9 to 12

Jackson County Early College
Public9 to 13

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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