Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds
671 Walking Stick Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
Single FamilyProperty Type
1.04 acresLot Size
1998Year Built
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Welcome to “The Cabin on Walkingstick” – A Soulful Mountain Retreat. Escape the chaos of everyday life and immerse yourself in the serene sounds of nature at this immaculate mountain cabin perched above Big Creek, with a mesmerizing waterfall as your daily backdrop. 4.5 miles from the vibrant town of Highlands, North Carolina, this property offers the rare blend of total seclusion along with convenient access to five-star dining, world-class shopping, art galleries, and rich cultural experiences....Welcome to “The Cabin on Walkingstick” – A Soulful Mountain Retreat. Escape the chaos of everyday life and immerse yourself in the serene sounds of nature at this immaculate mountain cabin perched above Big Creek, with a mesmerizing waterfall as your daily backdrop. 4.5 miles from the vibrant town of Highlands, North Carolina, this property offers the rare blend of total seclusion along with convenient access to five-star dining, world-class shopping, art galleries, and rich cultural experiences. Crafted with timeless authenticity, the cabin features true chink log walls, an open-concept great room anchored by a stone fireplace, and a gourmet kitchen with granite countertops, a gas range, and Thermador appliances designed to inspire any home chef. The main-level primary suite ensures comfort and privacy, while two guest bedrooms and a cozy loft sitting area upstairs provide ample space for family and friends. The expansive covered porch is truly an outdoor living room—complete with a grand wood-burning stone fireplace, hot tub, dining area, bar, and a cozy lounge space perfect for quiet mornings or unforgettable evenings. Just steps away, a viewing terrace places you right at the edge of the waterfall, where the sights and sounds of Big Creek will soothe your soul. Bordering hundreds of acres of National Forest, “The Cabin on Walkingstick” offers the best of both worlds: a peaceful retreat immersed in nature, yet only minutes from one of the Southeast’s most celebrated mountain towns.
  • Listed by: Josephine Lovell 828.226.6303 josephine.lovell@sothebysrealty.com Brokerage DRE #C12214 • Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT
Listing closed: 10/06/2025 12:00 AM • Source: Highlands-Cashiers BOR, MLS#: 1001144

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Property Information for 671 Walking Stick Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $3,017 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Macon County
  • Architectural Style: Log Home
  • Furnished: Furnished
  • Subdivision Name: Rustic Falls
  • Has View: Yes
  • View: Creek/Stream
  • Waterfront Features: Creek
  • Zoning Description: Residential
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1998
  • Lot Size: 1.04 AC / 45,302 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Take Horse Cove Road to Walkingstick Road on the right. Home is a short distance on the right. Look for a gate. Do not use GPS. It will lead you astray.
  • Latitude: 35.03325799
  • Longitude: -83.16189498
  • MLS Area Major: Horse Cove
  • Water Body Name: Big Creek
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 7459435146
  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,016.61
  • Tax Lot: 1
  • Tax Year: 2024
Parking
  • Carport Spaces: 2.0
  • Carport: Yes
  • Covered Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Detached Carport
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Garden, Gentle Sloping, Landscaped, Secluded, Level, Waterfall
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.04
  • Lot Size Area: 1.04
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: County Road
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
  • Topography: Level, Sloping
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1998
Building Features
  • Other Structures: Outdoor Kitchen, See Remarks
  • Construction Materials: Log
  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Roof: Metal, Shake
Farm Information
  • Other Equipment: Satellite Dish
Financial Information
  • Current Financing: Conventional
Utilities
  • Electric: Generator
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Community Features: Fishing
  • Exterior Features: Barbecue, Gas Grill, Lighting, Private Entrance, Rain Gutters, Storage
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Built-In Gas Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Warming Drawer, Washer
  • Basement: Crawl Space, Exterior Entry
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Total Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Living Room, Outside, Stone, Wood Burning
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Interior Features: Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Natural Woodwork
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Room Information
Room 1
  • Type: Loft
  • Level: Upper
Room 2
  • Type: Dining Room
  • Level: Main
Room 3
  • Type: Kitchen
  • Level: Main
Room 4
  • Type: Living Room
  • Level: Main
Room 5
  • Type: Bedroom 3
  • Level: Upper
Room 6
  • Type: Master Bedroom
  • Level: Main
Room 7
  • Type: Bedroom 2
  • Level: Upper

Property History for 671 Walking Stick Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 6, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1915214684

$1,345,000

+12.6% / yr

Oct 6, 2025

Closed

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #1001144

$1,345,000—
Sep 29, 2025

Under Contract-No Show

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #1001144

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/06/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1915214684

$1,345,000

+12.6% / yr

10/06/2025

Closed

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #1001144

$1,345,000
09/29/2025

Under Contract-No Show

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #1001144

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Public Records for 671 Walking Stick Road

Taxable ValueLand$156,720Additions$900,360Total$1,057,080
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,240 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,680 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt560 SqFtStories1Lot Size45,302 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1998Year Renovated2008ZoningRCountyMACONAPN7459435146

Schools near 671 Walking Stick Road

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

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