815 Ravenel Ridge Road

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$5,995,000

6 beds6 baths

815 Ravenel Ridge Rd, Highlands, NC 28741

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Single FamilyProperty Type

3.85 acresLot Size

2000Year Built

$7,000/yrHOA Fees

2 carsParking Spaces

Description

This rare property affords the ultimate in Highlands living - breathtaking views, exceptional living spaces, privacy, close proximity to downtown, and superior style. Located inside the gates of the prestigious Ravenel Ridge community and only minutes from quaint Main Street of Highlands, this distinctive European-style home is in a class of its own. With its gated entrance leading through an inviting porte-cochere, you arrive in the courtyard. Through the windows, you see the incredible view of...This rare property affords the ultimate in Highlands living - breathtaking views, exceptional living spaces, privacy, close proximity to downtown, and superior style. Located inside the gates of the prestigious Ravenel Ridge community and only minutes from quaint Main Street of Highlands, this distinctive European-style home is in a class of its own. With its gated entrance leading through an inviting porte-cochere, you arrive in the courtyard. Through the windows, you see the incredible view of Whiteside Mountain. The inviting foyer leads to the living room, dining area, expertly outfitted kitchen with the sunroom around the corner and the luxurious primary bedroom on the opposite wing of the home. With the guest suites all upstairs which can be reached with the elevator, you have a picture-perfect home for entertaining. The large decks and terraces span the length and side of the home. This is an incredible home and setting to enjoy Highlands at its finest. The quaint town of Highlands, NC is both rustic and refined - a hidden jewel just 2 hours north of Atlanta surrounded by the Nantahala National Forest and situated atop a plateau at an elevation of 4118 feet. Experience mother nature's four seasons, experience scenic drives and hiking trails; stroll beneath Dry Falls, drive under Bridal Veil Falls or view Whitewater Falls - the tallest east of the Rockies at 411 feet. Visit Highlands for the ultimate mountain experience and see why Southern Living chose Highlands a top 5 Small Town Getaway.

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Listed by: Josephine Lovell 828.226.6303 josephine.lovell@sothebysrealty.com Brokerage DRE #C12214 • Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT

Last updated: 08/27/2026 10:37 AM • Source: Highlands-Cashiers BOR, MLS#: 1002536

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28741
815 Ravenel Ridge Rd

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Property Information for 815 Ravenel Ridge Road

Property Details

Taxes: $15,586 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
County: Macon County
Architectural Style: Traditional
Furnished: Partially
Subdivision Name: Ravenel Ridge
View: Mountain(s), Panoramic
Has View: Yes
Has Waterfront: No
Zoning Description: Residential

Building Information

Stories: 2
Year Built: 2000
Lot Size: 3.85 AC / 167,706 SF

Summary

Location and General Information

Directions: From downtown Highlands, take Horse Cove Road to Leonard Road on right (Leonard Road turns into Wilson Road). Turn left on Laurelwood to Ravenel Gates. Go through gates and up the hill, bear left at the stop sign onto Ravenel Ridge Road. 815 Ravenel Ridge Road will be on the right.
Latitude: 35.043714

Longitude: -83.185348
MLS Area Major: Highlands

Taxes and HOA

Association Fee: $7,000.00
Association Fee Frequency: Annually

Association Name: Ravenel Ridge Homeowners' Association
Association: Yes
Association Fee Monthly: $583.33
Parcel Number: 7449776274
Tax Annual Amount: $15,585.97
Tax Lot: 28
Tax Year: 2025

Parking

Attached Garage: Yes
Carport: No

Covered Spaces: 2.0
Garage Spaces: 2.0
Garage: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Circular Driveway, Driveway, Garage, Paved

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Additional Virtual Tour URL 1: http://view.paradym.com/showvt.asp?sk=14&t=3930818

Property

Lot Information

Lot Features: Sloped, Level, Steep Slope, City Lot, Rolling Slope
Lot Size Acres: 3.85

Lot Size Area: 3.85
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Paved
Topography: Rolling

Property and Assessments

Living Area Units: Square Feet
New Construction: No

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Type: Residential
Year Built: 2000

Building Features

Accessibility Features: Therapeutic Whirlpool
Other Structures: Workshop

Construction Materials: Frame, Stone, Wood Siding
Levels: Two
Roof: Wood
Stories: 2

Utilities

Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Propane, Water Connected

Water Source: Public

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

Community Features: Gated, Tennis Court(s)
Exterior Features: Garden

Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Porch

Interior Features

Appliances: Built-In Refrigerator, Double Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Disposal, Microwave, Propane Cooktop, Wine Cooler, Washer, Oven
Basement: Crawl Space, Exterior Entry

Full Bathrooms: 5
Half Bathrooms: 1
Total Bathrooms: 6
Total Bedrooms: 6
Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump, Zoned
Has Cooling: Yes
Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Total Fireplaces: 3
Has Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Tile, Wood
Heating: Central, Heat Pump
Has Heating: Yes
Interior Features: Wet Bar, Eat-in Kitchen, Elevator, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s), Wired for Sound, High Speed Internet
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup

Room Information

Room 1

Area Units: Square Feet
Level: Upper

Type: Bedroom 4

Room 2

Area Units: Square Feet
Level: Main

Type: Living Room

Room 3

Area Units: Square Feet
Level: Main

Type: Family Room

Room 4

Area Units: Square Feet
Level: Main

Type: Kitchen

Room 5

Area Units: Square Feet
Level: Upper

Type: Bedroom 2

Room 6

Area Units: Square Feet
Level: Main

Type: Den

Room 7

Area Units: Square Feet
Level: Main

Type: Dining Room

Room 8

Area Units: Square Feet
Level: Main

Type: Master Bedroom

Room 9

Area Units: Square Feet
Level: Main

Room 10

Area Units: Square Feet
Level: Upper

Type: Bedroom 3

Property History for 815 Ravenel Ridge Road

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Aug 27, 2026	Under Contract-Show Highlands-Cashiers BOR #1002536		—
Jul 9, 2026	Price Change Highlands-Cashiers BOR #1002536	$5,995,000	—
Feb 5, 2026	Listed (Active) Highlands-Cashiers BOR #1002536	$6,395,000	—
Jun 26, 2017	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1263692788	$3,350,000	+0.7% / yr
May 25, 2005	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1098311132	$3,080,000	—
May 25, 2005	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1098385791	$3,080,000	—
May 25, 2005	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1098311133	$3,080,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
08/27/2026	Under Contract-Show Highlands-Cashiers BOR #1002536	—
07/09/2026	Price Change Highlands-Cashiers BOR #1002536	$5,995,000
02/05/2026	Listed (Active) Highlands-Cashiers BOR #1002536	$6,395,000
06/26/2017	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1263692788	$3,350,000 +0.7% / yr
05/25/2005	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1098311132	$3,080,000
05/25/2005	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1098385791	$3,080,000
05/25/2005	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1098311133	$3,080,000

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

Public Records for 815 Ravenel Ridge Road

Taxable ValueLand$2,000,000Additions$1,952,460Total$3,952,460

Tax Record2025$15,586 ($1,299 / month)

Home Facts

Beds4Baths3Total Finished SqFt4,855 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,855 SqFtStories1Lot Size167,706 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1998Year Renovated1998ZoningHR1CountyMACONAPN7449776274

Schools near 815 Ravenel Ridge Road

This home is within Macon County School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
6/10	Highlands School	Public - Serves this home	K to 12	0.6 mi
3/10	Mountain View Intermediate School	Public - Serves this home	5 to 6	12.9 mi
6/10	Macon Middle School	Public - Serves this home	7 to 8	12.8 mi
5/10	Franklin High	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	14.3 mi
1/10	Bartram Academy	Public - Choice school	9 to 12	13.1 mi
7/10	Macon Early College High School	Public - Nearby school	9 to 13	13.6 mi


Rating	School	Distance
6/10	Highlands School PublicK to 12 Serves this home	0.6 mi
3/10	Mountain View Intermediate School Public5 to 6 Serves this home	12.9 mi
6/10	Macon Middle School Public7 to 8 Serves this home	12.8 mi
5/10	Franklin High Public9 to 12 Serves this home	14.3 mi
1/10	Bartram Academy Public9 to 12 Choice school	13.1 mi
7/10	Macon Early College High School Public9 to 13 Nearby school	13.6 mi

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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