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Last Sold Price
2 beds
159 Raintree Ln, Highlands, NC 28741
Single FamilyProperty Type
2.53 acresLot Size
2001Year Built

Description

Charming cottage nestled on a 2.53 acre wooded property that is peaceful yet only 3 miles to Main Street Highlands. This home is currently a very successful VRBO, but could equally be a charming mountain retreat. The Tree House is conveniently located three miles East of downtown Highlands near the Highlands-Cashiers Hospital. This charming cottage offers beautiful woodland views overlooking the 2.5 acre property. This property features two driveways that offer ample parking. The home features a...Charming cottage nestled on a 2.53 acre wooded property that is peaceful yet only 3 miles to Main Street Highlands. This home is currently a very successful VRBO, but could equally be a charming mountain retreat. The Tree House is conveniently located three miles East of downtown Highlands near the Highlands-Cashiers Hospital. This charming cottage offers beautiful woodland views overlooking the 2.5 acre property. This property features two driveways that offer ample parking. The home features a beautiful wood burning stone fireplace, soaring vaulted wood ceilings, wood floors throughout the home, a master bedroom on the main floor and full length covered porches on both the front and back of the home. The property can be subdivided and offers a second level home site.
  • Listed by: Brian Renfro 828.226.0118 brianrenfro@gmail.com Brokerage DRE #C13766 • LANDMARK REALTY GROUP, LLC - HDS
Listing closed: 06/01/2020 12:00 AM • Source: Highlands-Cashiers BOR, MLS#: 93387

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Property Information for 159 Raintree Lane

Property Details
  • Taxes: $1,053 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Macon County
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow, Cottage, Traditional
  • Furnished: Negotiable
  • Subdivision Name: Meadows
  • Has View: Yes
  • View: Trees/Woods
Building Information
  • Year Built: 2001
  • Lot Size: 2.53 AC / 110,206 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From Highlands proceed from 4th Street/US 64 to Cherrywood Dr on the left at the Highlands Fire substation just past the hospital. Proceed to Raintree on the right. Continue to 159 on the left (continue to the right on Raintree at fork). There are two driveways that are both marked with the house number (the second driveway is the front door but there is room for multiple cars in the first drive)
  • Latitude: 35.08913
  • Longitude: -83.167902
  • MLS Area Major: Highlands
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 7551-33-5574
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,053.05
  • Tax Lot: 36
  • Tax Year: 2019
Parking
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Gravel
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Rolling Slope, Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.53
  • Lot Size Area: 2.53
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 110206.8
  • 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: 2001
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Roof: Shingle
Farm Information
  • Other Equipment: Satellite Dish
Financial Information
  • Current Financing: Conventional
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Private
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Covered, Front Porch, Porch
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Crawl Space, Dirt Floor, Exterior Entry
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Stone, Wood Burning
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), High Speed Internet
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Room Information
Room 1
  • Area Units: Square Feet
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Dining Room
Room 2
  • Area Units: Square Feet
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Living Room
Room 3
  • Area Units: Square Feet
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Master Bedroom
Room 4
  • Area Units: Square Feet
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Kitchen
Room 5
  • Area Units: Square Feet
  • Level: Upper
  • Type: Bedroom 2

Property History for 159 Raintree Lane

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 1, 2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1380182133

$299,000

+3.6% / yr

Jun 1, 2020

Closed

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #93387

$299,000
May 26, 2020

Under Contract-No Show

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #93387

DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/01/2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1380182133

$299,000

+3.6% / yr

06/01/2020

Closed

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #93387

$299,000
05/26/2020

Under Contract-No Show

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #93387

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Public Records for 159 Raintree Lane

Taxable ValueLand$125,910Additions$290,420Total$416,330
Home Facts
Beds1Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,036 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,036 SqFtStories1Lot Size110,207 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2001Year Renovated2001ZoningRCountyMACONAPN7551335574

Schools near 159 Raintree Lane

This home is within Macon County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 12
Public - 5 to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Highlands School
PublicK to 12

Mountain View Intermediate School
Public5 to 6

Macon Middle School
Public7 to 8

Franklin High
Public9 to 12

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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