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At Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty, we believe real estate should be built on integrity, not shortcuts. People first. Always. Because trust is earned — and we intend to keep it.

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Elevate:

Field Guide to the Plateau | Fall 2025

Welcome to the Fall 2025 issue of ELEVATE, a quarterly online magazine featuring local businesses, events, and happenings on the Highlands-Cashiers plateau in beautiful Western North Carolina.

We hope that you will find it useful as well as entertaining!  Enjoy!

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The Sunshine Kids is a non-profit organization dedicated to children with cancer. Established in 1982, we are committed to providing positive group activities and emotional support for young cancer patients. The Sunshine Kids provides a variety of programs and events, free of charge, for Kids who are receiving cancer treatments in hospitals across North America.

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The best source for up to date news and real estate information in Highlands, Cashiers, Sapphire, Glenville and Lake Toxaway NC.

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Blue skies, great swings, and an even better cause.

Proud to see our team out at the @solandsondla Golf Tournament today supporting such meaningful work in our community.

⛳️ Shoutout to Tom Goldacker, @gena28741 @johnmuirrealtor and @brookskittrell for representing on a perfect day at Sky Valley Country Club.

Set in Georgia’s highest city, this mountain course plays at roughly 3,500 feet elevation with a par-72 layout, winding through the Blue Ridge landscape with views you don’t get anywhere else 

Days like this are what the Plateau is all about.

We’re proud to support organizations like Sol & Sun that are making a real impact.

Who had the best round today? ⛳️👇

#HighlandsNC #SkyValley #MountainLiving #GolfLife #CommunityMatters Blue skies, great swings, and an even better cause. Proud to see our team out at the @solandsondla Golf Tournament today supporting such meaningful work in our community. ⛳️ Shoutout to Tom Goldacker, @gena28741 @johnmuirrealtor and @brookskittrell for representing on a perfect day at Sky Valley Country Club. Set in… Some people find their way to this mountain community. @betty.holt_ was born into it.

A Highlands native, Betty has been helping people buy and sell property on the plateau since the late 1970s. She is also a licensed professional counselor, which makes her something rare in this industry: an agent who understands not just the transaction, but the life decision underneath it. For buyers navigating a major move or a long-held dream, that matters more than most people realize. 

Congratulations to Betty on earning the President's Circle Award for 2025! Nearly five decades in, she's still setting the standard. 🏔️

#BettyHolt #PresidentsCircle #BerkshireHathawayHomeServices #MeadowsMountainRealty #HighlandsNC #LuxuryRealEstate #2025AwardWinners Some people find their way to this mountain community. @betty.holt_ was born into it. A Highlands native, Betty has been helping people buy and sell property on the plateau since the late 1970s. She is also a licensed professional counselor, which makes her something rare in this industry: an agent who understands not… Saturday mornings in Highlands look like this.

Fresh bread, local produce, handmade goods, and the kind of conversations you only get in a true small-town community. This is the rhythm of life on the plateau.

From the textures of Mary Catherine’s Weavings to the seasonal harvest at Deal Farms Produce, the color and energy of Berries & Blooms, and the craftsmanship behind Rakoon Creations with handmade bowls and cutting boards, this is not just a market. It is a snapshot of what living here actually feels like.

Love the market? Chime in, in the comments! Who is your go-to stand at the market? Saturday mornings in Highlands look like this. Fresh bread, local produce, handmade goods, and the kind of conversations you only get in a true small-town community. This is the rhythm of life on the plateau. From the textures of Mary Catherine’s Weavings to the seasonal harvest at Deal Farms Produce, the color and e… Congratulations to @shermanpoperealtor on earning the President's Circle Award for 2025, placing him in the top 6% of all agents in the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices national network.

Sherman moved to Cashiers in 2003 and never left. He's been here long enough to have watched this market evolve through every cycle — and his clients feel that. That depth of local knowledge, combined with his licensing across NC, SC, Georgia, and Florida, means he can guide clients through this market with a level of insight that is genuinely hard to find. 

We are proud to have him on our team!

#ShermanPope #PresidentsCircle #BerkshireHathawayHomeServices #MeadowsMountainRealty #CashiersNC #HighlandsNC #LuxuryRealEstate #2025AwardWinners 2 Congratulations to @shermanpoperealtor on earning the President's Circle Award for 2025, placing him in the top 6% of all agents in the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices national network. Sherman moved to Cashiers in 2003 and never left. He's been here long enough to have watched this market evolve through every cycle —… Top 6% in the entire Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices national network. Congratulations to Cristina Vives @cristina_vives_realtor on earning the President's Circle Award for 2025.

Cristina is the kind of agent who actually listens — not just to what you're looking for in a home, but to everything underneath that. Her clients feel heard, and that makes all the difference in a market like this one. She has been part of this community her whole life, and it shows in every interaction.

This award reflects exactly who she is. We could not be more proud to have her on our team!

#CristinaVives #PresidentsCircle #BerkshireHathawayHomeServices #MeadowsMountainRealty #HighlandsNC #CashiersNC #LuxuryRealEstate #2025AwardWinners 10 Top 6% in the entire Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices national network. Congratulations to Cristina Vives @cristina_vives_realtor on earning the President's Circle Award for 2025. Cristina is the kind of agent who actually listens — not just to what you're looking for in a home, but to everything underneath that. Her c… You’re not going to fully understand this view… until you see it in person.

We’re opening the doors this Sunday, April 26 from 11am-2pm at 453 Eagle Ridge Rd in Sapphire.

A private mountain retreat with sweeping valley views, expansive decks, and a layout built for both quiet mornings and full-house weekends.

3 Bed | 3.5 Bath | $1,259,000

Come for the views. Stay for the bites, drinks, and what it feels like to be here.

DM @ctygirlmtnworld for details.

#SapphireNC #HighlandsNC #CashiersNC #LuxuryHomesNC #MountainRetreat #OpenHouse #LiveElevated #BHHS #WesternNCRealEstate You’re not going to fully understand this view… until you see it in person. We’re opening the doors this Sunday, April 26 from 11am-2pm at 453 Eagle Ridge Rd in Sapphire. A private mountain retreat with sweeping valley views, expansive decks, and a layout built for both quiet mornings and full-house weekends. 3 Bed … This is what your calendar looks like when you live here… music, food, arts, cars and everything in between. 

Ticket links and full details at the link in bio. 1 This is what your calendar looks like when you live here… music, food, arts, cars and everything in between. Ticket links and full details at the link in bio. One of the most amazing things about living on the plateau is the community, coming together to keep our mountain paradise beautiful.

Thank you to the Highlands Chamber of Commerce for organizing the event, providing gloves, safety vests, pickup tools and that delicious chicken salad sandwich at the end.

Please don’t litter!!

See you out there next year. 💪

#communitypickup #plateaupickup #highlandscashiersplateau One of the most amazing things about living on the plateau is the community, coming together to keep our mountain paradise beautiful. Thank you to the Highlands Chamber of Commerce for organizing the event, providing gloves, safety vests, pickup tools and that delicious chicken salad sandwich at the end. Please don’t… Riverfront living 1 mile from Main Street in Highlands NC. New homesites just released.

Riverwalk is a private gated community in Highlands NC, offering a rare mix of walkability and mountain privacy. Residents enjoy river access, a community firepit, and a canoe launch along the Cullasaja River, all designed for the Highlands lifestyle.

Developed by @curatedcommunitiesllc with craftsmanship from local partners including: @northsidehighlandscabinetry and @ads_powersystems 

Now available:
• Lot 111 Riverfront 4 bed 4.5 bath
• Lots 104 and 105 Double riverfront lot 4 bed 4.5 bath

If you are searching for riverfront property Highlands NC, luxury homes Highlands NC, or new construction near downtown Highlands, this is worth a closer look.

Contact @johnmuirrealtor at 404-245-7027 for details or to schedule a private tour.

#HighlandsNC #RiverwalkHighlands #HighlandsRealEstate #LuxuryRealEstateNC #MountainHomesNC #RiverfrontProperty #CullasajaRiver #WesternNCRealEstate #NewConstructionNC #GatedCommunityNC 3 Riverfront living 1 mile from Main Street in Highlands NC. New homesites just released. Riverwalk is a private gated community in Highlands NC, offering a rare mix of walkability and mountain privacy. Residents enjoy river access, a community firepit, and a canoe launch along the Cullasaja River, all designed for the … Congratulations to Faye Wurm @ctygirlmtnworld on achieving the Chairman's Circle Gold Award for 2025, placing her in the top 3% of all agents in the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices national network.

That ranking is the result of years of dedication, deep market knowledge, and a standard of service her clients count on year after year. Faye continues to set the bar for what exceptional representation looks like in this market. We are proud to have her on our team!

#FayeWurm #ChairmanCircle #BerkshireHathawayHomeServices #MeadowsMountainRealty #HighlandsNC #LuxuryRealEstate #2025AwardWinners 7 Congratulations to Faye Wurm @ctygirlmtnworld on achieving the Chairman's Circle Gold Award for 2025, placing her in the top 3% of all agents in the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices national network. That ranking is the result of years of dedication, deep market knowledge, and a standard of service her clients count on… Congratulations to the @michaudrauersgroup on earning the Chairman's Circle Diamond Award for 2025 — placing them in the top half of the top 1% of all teams in the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices national network.

Judy Michaud, Mitzi Rauers, Brooks Kittrell, John Muir, and Tom Goldacker have built something rare: a team that consistently performs at the highest level while staying deeply rooted in the communities they serve. Out of thousands of teams across the country, this group stands at the very top. We could not be more proud to have them represent Meadows Mountain Realty.

Here's to an extraordinary year, and to everything ahead.

#MichaudRauersGroup #ChairmanCircle #BerkshireHathawayHomeServices #MeadowsMountainRealty #HighlandsNC #CashiersNC #LuxuryRealEstate #2025AwardWinners 2 Congratulations to the @michaudrauersgroup on earning the Chairman's Circle Diamond Award for 2025 — placing them in the top half of the top 1% of all teams in the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices national network. Judy Michaud, Mitzi Rauers, Brooks Kittrell, John Muir, and Tom Goldacker have built something rare: a te… One minute from Main Street. Completely private.

Welcome to 33 Sanctuary Ridge Rd, a mountain modern build inside the gated community of Sanctuary on 1st in Highlands.

Designed and built by @sanctuarydevelopers, Summit Architecture, and @futralenterprises, this 5 bed, 5.5 bath home delivers clean design, high-end finishes, and a layout built for how people actually live.

Main-level primary suite.
Three fireplaces.
Enclosed sunroom off the great room.

Upstairs offers private guest suites, while a finished carriage house with kitchenette creates true separation for guests or rental flexibility.

Outside, a stone fire pit and mature trees give you privacy without sacrificing proximity to everything Highlands offers.

This is new construction in downtown Highlands. That alone is rare.

DM for details or a private showing

#HighlandsNC #LuxuryRealEstate #MountainModern 1 One minute from Main Street. Completely private. Welcome to 33 Sanctuary Ridge Rd, a mountain modern build inside the gated community of Sanctuary on 1st in Highlands. Designed and built by @sanctuarydevelopers, Summit Architecture, and @futralenterprises, this 5 bed, 5.5 bath home delivers clean design, high-end fin…
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bhhsmeadowsmountainrealty Blue skies, great swings, and an even better cause. Proud to see our team out at the @solandsondla Golf Tournament today supporting such meaningful work in our community. ⛳️ Shoutout to Tom Goldacker, @gena28741 @johnmuirrealtor and @brookskittrell for representing on a perfect day at Sky Valley Country Club. Set in Georgia’s highest city, this mountain course plays at roughly 3,500 feet elevation with a par-72 layout, winding through the Blue Ridge landscape with views you don’t get anywhere else Days like this are what the Plateau is all about. We’re proud to support organizations like Sol & Sun that are making a real impact. Who had the best round today? ⛳️👇 #HighlandsNC #SkyValley #MountainLiving #GolfLife #CommunityMatters
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bhhsmeadowsmountainrealty Some people find their way to this mountain community. @betty.holt_ was born into it. A Highlands native, Betty has been helping people buy and sell property on the plateau since the late 1970s. She is also a licensed professional counselor, which makes her something rare in this industry: an agent who understands not just the transaction, but the life decision underneath it. For buyers navigating a major move or a long-held dream, that matters more than most people realize. Congratulations to Betty on earning the President's Circle Award for 2025! Nearly five decades in, she's still setting the standard. 🏔️ #BettyHolt #PresidentsCircle #BerkshireHathawayHomeServices #MeadowsMountainRealty #HighlandsNC #LuxuryRealEstate #2025AwardWinners
bhhsmeadowsmountainrealty Saturday mornings in Highlands look like this. Fresh bread, local produce, handmade goods, and the kind of conversations you only get in a true small-town community. This is the rhythm of life on the plateau. From the textures of Mary Catherine’s Weavings to the seasonal harvest at Deal Farms Produce, the color and energy of Berries & Blooms, and the craftsmanship behind Rakoon Creations with handmade bowls and cutting boards, this is not just a market. It is a snapshot of what living here actually feels like. Love the market? Chime in, in the comments! Who is your go-to stand at the market?
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bhhsmeadowsmountainrealty Congratulations to @shermanpoperealtor on earning the President's Circle Award for 2025, placing him in the top 6% of all agents in the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices national network. Sherman moved to Cashiers in 2003 and never left. He's been here long enough to have watched this market evolve through every cycle — and his clients feel that. That depth of local knowledge, combined with his licensing across NC, SC, Georgia, and Florida, means he can guide clients through this market with a level of insight that is genuinely hard to find. We are proud to have him on our team! #ShermanPope #PresidentsCircle #BerkshireHathawayHomeServices #MeadowsMountainRealty #CashiersNC #HighlandsNC #LuxuryRealEstate #2025AwardWinners
Congratulations!!
Congrats!
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bhhsmeadowsmountainrealty Top 6% in the entire Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices national network. Congratulations to Cristina Vives @cristina_vives_realtor on earning the President's Circle Award for 2025. Cristina is the kind of agent who actually listens — not just to what you're looking for in a home, but to everything underneath that. Her clients feel heard, and that makes all the difference in a market like this one. She has been part of this community her whole life, and it shows in every interaction. This award reflects exactly who she is. We could not be more proud to have her on our team! #CristinaVives #PresidentsCircle #BerkshireHathawayHomeServices #MeadowsMountainRealty #HighlandsNC #CashiersNC #LuxuryRealEstate #2025AwardWinners
Congrats Cristy!! 👏🏻💕💕
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Congratulations Cristy you're the BEST, Keep up the good work 😘😘
🔥🔥🔥 so proud of you! You are a rockstar look how far you’ve come in such a short time but anyone who knows you knows that everything you do you do with passion you go girl love your mama
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bhhsmeadowsmountainrealty You’re not going to fully understand this view… until you see it in person. We’re opening the doors this Sunday, April 26 from 11am-2pm at 453 Eagle Ridge Rd in Sapphire. A private mountain retreat with sweeping valley views, expansive decks, and a layout built for both quiet mornings and full-house weekends. 3 Bed | 3.5 Bath | $1,259,000 Come for the views. Stay for the bites, drinks, and what it feels like to be here. DM @ctygirlmtnworld for details. #SapphireNC #HighlandsNC #CashiersNC #LuxuryHomesNC #MountainRetreat #OpenHouse #LiveElevated #BHHS #WesternNCRealEstate
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bhhsmeadowsmountainrealty This is what your calendar looks like when you live here… music, food, arts, cars and everything in between. Ticket links and full details at the link in bio.
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bhhsmeadowsmountainrealty One of the most amazing things about living on the plateau is the community, coming together to keep our mountain paradise beautiful. Thank you to the Highlands Chamber of Commerce for organizing the event, providing gloves, safety vests, pickup tools and that delicious chicken salad sandwich at the end. Please don’t litter!! See you out there next year. 💪 #communitypickup #plateaupickup #highlandscashiersplateau
bhhsmeadowsmountainrealty Riverfront living 1 mile from Main Street in Highlands NC. New homesites just released. Riverwalk is a private gated community in Highlands NC, offering a rare mix of walkability and mountain privacy. Residents enjoy river access, a community firepit, and a canoe launch along the Cullasaja River, all designed for the Highlands lifestyle. Developed by @curatedcommunitiesllc with craftsmanship from local partners including: @northsidehighlandscabinetry and @ads_powersystems Now available: • Lot 111 Riverfront 4 bed 4.5 bath • Lots 104 and 105 Double riverfront lot 4 bed 4.5 bath If you are searching for riverfront property Highlands NC, luxury homes Highlands NC, or new construction near downtown Highlands, this is worth a closer look. Contact @johnmuirrealtor at 404-245-7027 for details or to schedule a private tour. #HighlandsNC #RiverwalkHighlands #HighlandsRealEstate #LuxuryRealEstateNC #MountainHomesNC #RiverfrontProperty #CullasajaRiver #WesternNCRealEstate #NewConstructionNC #GatedCommunityNC
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bhhsmeadowsmountainrealty Congratulations to Faye Wurm @ctygirlmtnworld on achieving the Chairman's Circle Gold Award for 2025, placing her in the top 3% of all agents in the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices national network. That ranking is the result of years of dedication, deep market knowledge, and a standard of service her clients count on year after year. Faye continues to set the bar for what exceptional representation looks like in this market. We are proud to have her on our team! #FayeWurm #ChairmanCircle #BerkshireHathawayHomeServices #MeadowsMountainRealty #HighlandsNC #LuxuryRealEstate #2025AwardWinners
No surprise. Killing it as always. congrats! 🙌
Outstanding congratulations and always well deserved
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Well done 🥂
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bhhsmeadowsmountainrealty Congratulations to the @michaudrauersgroup on earning the Chairman's Circle Diamond Award for 2025 — placing them in the top half of the top 1% of all teams in the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices national network. Judy Michaud, Mitzi Rauers, Brooks Kittrell, John Muir, and Tom Goldacker have built something rare: a team that consistently performs at the highest level while staying deeply rooted in the communities they serve. Out of thousands of teams across the country, this group stands at the very top. We could not be more proud to have them represent Meadows Mountain Realty. Here's to an extraordinary year, and to everything ahead. #MichaudRauersGroup #ChairmanCircle #BerkshireHathawayHomeServices #MeadowsMountainRealty #HighlandsNC #CashiersNC #LuxuryRealEstate #2025AwardWinners
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Congratulations to all of you—what an outstanding achievement! This level of excellence is exactly why I am proud to be on the BHHSMMR team! 🥂
bhhsmeadowsmountainrealty One minute from Main Street. Completely private. Welcome to 33 Sanctuary Ridge Rd, a mountain modern build inside the gated community of Sanctuary on 1st in Highlands. Designed and built by @sanctuarydevelopers, Summit Architecture, and @futralenterprises, this 5 bed, 5.5 bath home delivers clean design, high-end finishes, and a layout built for how people actually live. Main-level primary suite. Three fireplaces. Enclosed sunroom off the great room. Upstairs offers private guest suites, while a finished carriage house with kitchenette creates true separation for guests or rental flexibility. Outside, a stone fire pit and mature trees give you privacy without sacrificing proximity to everything Highlands offers. This is new construction in downtown Highlands. That alone is rare. DM for details or a private showing #HighlandsNC #LuxuryRealEstate #MountainModern
Ooooooo those details…😍. Nice shot down to the front

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