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From outdoor concerts and farmers markets to culinary events, art exhibitions and fall festivals, the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau has a full calendar ahead.
Swipe through for upcoming events in Highlands and Cashiers, North Carolina, from August through October 2026.
For complete event details, dates, locations and ti…
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This Saturday, step inside one of Highlands’ most distinctive in-town retreats.
Located in the desirable Sagee Mountain neighborhood, 120 Split Rail Row sits just off Bowery Road, only minutes from downtown Highlands and Main Street.
Privately situated among lush gardens and native landscaping, the home blends refine…
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What makes Cashiers, North Carolina, such a special place to live?
It is not only the mountain views, peaceful neighborhoods, and four-season lifestyle. It is also the locally owned businesses and skilled craftspeople who give the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau its character.
Located along Highway 64, @cashiers_fine_jewe…
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Mountain living is at its best when every space gives you a reason to linger.
From the light-filled kitchen to the private primary suite, spa-inspired bath, screened porch, and beautifully landscaped gardens, every detail at 120 Split Rail Row was designed for comfort and connection to the outdoors.
Join us for a Pub…
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Finding the right home takes more than a search. It takes attentiveness, local knowledge and an agent who stays involved through every detail.
"From the very start, Faye was filled with energy. She immediately found homes for us to see. When we found our dream home, Faye worked well with other professionals in order t…
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Having called Cashiers home her entire life, @lesleymaddenrealestate brings a deep, personal understanding of the neighborhoods, lifestyle, and sense of place that make the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau so special.
Her path to real estate has given her a broad, hands-on perspective, from more than a decade as a Registere…
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A smooth real estate experience is not just about the sale. It is about precision, communication, and having an agent who can manage every detail when the stakes are high.
“Joy was one of the most knowledgeable and professional agents we’ve ever worked with. My husband and I have multiple properties and we seem to alw…
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Some places don’t need an introduction. They just make you want to stay a little longer.
The @cashiersmarket has been part of the community since 1995, growing from a simple produce stand into one of the Plateau’s most beloved gathering places. Fresh mountain produce, local favorites, friendly faces, and the unmistaka…
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A great buying experience often comes down to steady guidance, clear communication, and an agent who stays involved from start to finish.
“Joanne Bryson was extremely helpful and knowledgeable during our recent purchase. She was very hands-on from the beginning to the end, and we truly enjoyed working with her. We enc…
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@reserveatlakekeowee living, elevated.
510 S Point Boulevard is a Mountain Modern estate inside Old Edwards Reserve, set on 3.08 private acres with 369 feet of shoreline, a private beach, covered slip dock, and expansive lake views framed by three stories of glass.
Follow the Old Edwards Reserve Listings link in our …
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Happy Fourth from Main Street Highlands.
We asked you to share your hopes for the next 250 years of America, and we couldn’t be more inspired by the turnout.
From peace and kindness to healthy forests, strong families, gratitude, and a little humor too, our Liberty Trees became a beautiful reflection of this communit…
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Priced to Sell This Summer.
120 Split Rail Row | Sagee Mountain, Highlands
Now $3,597,000, improved from $3,895,000.
Minutes from Main Street yet wrapped in private gardens, this fully reimagined residence is a study in craftsmanship. A recently completed primary retreat, a chef's kitchen finished to the last detail…
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From outdoor concerts and farmers markets to culinary events, art exhibitions and fall festivals, the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau has a full calendar ahead.
Swipe through for upcoming events in Highlands and Cashiers, North Carolina, from August through October 2026.
For complete event details, dates, locations and ticket links, visit the Upcoming Events Guide at the link in our bio.
Save this post as your seasonal guide, send it to someone planning a mountain getaway, and share it with the friend who is always asking what’s happening on the Plateau.
Follow Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty for local events, community highlights and a closer look at life in the mountains of Western North Carolina.
#HighlandsNC #CashiersNC #HighlandsCashiersPlateau #WesternNorthCarolina #HighlandsNCEvents
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This Saturday, step inside one of Highlands’ most distinctive in-town retreats.
Located in the desirable Sagee Mountain neighborhood, 120 Split Rail Row sits just off Bowery Road, only minutes from downtown Highlands and Main Street.
Privately situated among lush gardens and native landscaping, the home blends refined mountain design with comfortable everyday living. Reclaimed beams, extensive stonework, a dramatic screened porch, and a newly completed primary suite are only part of what makes this property worth experiencing in person.
Join listing agent Gena Futral for a public open house:
Saturday, August 1
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
120 Split Rail Row, Highlands, NC
The house tour offers a first look. The open house is your opportunity to experience the setting, craftsmanship, gardens, and proximity to town for yourself.
Find the full property details through the Featured Listings link in our bio, then make plans to visit this Saturday.
Presented by Gena Futral with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty.
#HighlandsNC #SageeMountain #HighlandsNCRealEstate #HighlandsNCHomes #OpenHouse
So beautiful!!!
@highcampnc It is! You really have to experience it in person to get it.
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What makes Cashiers, North Carolina, such a special place to live?
It is not only the mountain views, peaceful neighborhoods, and four-season lifestyle. It is also the locally owned businesses and skilled craftspeople who give the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau its character.
Located along Highway 64, @cashiers_fine_jewelry offers custom jewelry design, expert jewelry repair, timeless everyday pieces, and one-of-a-kind gifts, all with the kind of personal service that makes a small mountain community feel like home.
Third-generation master jeweler Buddy Driggers brings 25 years of experience at the bench, working alongside his wife, @serena_driggers , to create and restore meaningful pieces right here in Cashiers.
At Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty, being local real estate experts means knowing more than the market. It means knowing the people, businesses, and experiences that make Cashiers, Highlands, and the surrounding North Carolina mountains such an exceptional place to live.
Visit their page to learn more about Cashiers Fine Jewelry, and follow our page for more local businesses, community stories, real estate, and life on the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau.
#CashiersNC #HighlandsNC #HighlandsCashiersPlateau #WesternNorthCarolina #CashiersFineJewelry
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Mountain living is at its best when every space gives you a reason to linger.
From the light-filled kitchen to the private primary suite, spa-inspired bath, screened porch, and beautifully landscaped gardens, every detail at 120 Split Rail Row was designed for comfort and connection to the outdoors.
Join us for a Public Open House and experience it in person.
📍 120 Split Rail Row, Highlands, NC
🗓 Saturday, August 1
🕙 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Hosted by @gena28741
Presented by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty.
View the full listing through the Featured Listings link in our bio.
#HighlandsNC #HighlandsRealEstate #LuxuryHomes #OpenHouse #MountainLiving
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Finding the right home takes more than a search. It takes attentiveness, local knowledge and an agent who stays involved through every detail.
"From the very start, Faye was filled with energy. She immediately found homes for us to see. When we found our dream home, Faye worked well with other professionals in order to help the transaction move forward. She even took some time to get measurements for me. If you want a knowledgeable and high-energy professional, you won’t be disappointed with Faye at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty.”
Congratulations to @ctygirlmtnworld on this thoughtful client feedback.
If you have had a positive experience with Faye, we would be grateful if you shared it on her Google Business Profile. Reviews like this help future buyers and sellers feel confident about who they choose to work with.
#HighlandsNCRealEstate #CashiersNCRealEstate #HighlandsCashiersPlateau
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Having called Cashiers home her entire life, @lesleymaddenrealestate brings a deep, personal understanding of the neighborhoods, lifestyle, and sense of place that make the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau so special.
Her path to real estate has given her a broad, hands-on perspective, from more than a decade as a Registered Dietitian and healthcare consultant to over eight years in vacation rental property management, investment properties, construction, renovation, buying, and selling homes herself.
Raised here, raising her own family here, and co-owning @the.cashiers.store, Lesley understands that real estate is deeply personal because home is deeply personal.
Lesley, welcome to Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty.
#BHHSMeadowsMountainRealty #CashiersNC #HighlandsCashiersPlateau
@lesleymaddenrealestate Honored to have you on the team 🤝
So beautiful @lesleymmadden !!!! ❤️❤️❤️
@lindsey.wisniowski ❤️love you!
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A smooth real estate experience is not just about the sale. It is about precision, communication, and having an agent who can manage every detail when the stakes are high.
“Joy was one of the most knowledgeable and professional agents we’ve ever worked with. My husband and I have multiple properties and we seem to always find small mistakes in our contracts with other agents but not with Joy! She sold our house quickly after listing it, with some of the most beautiful real estate pictures we've ever seen, found us a new property and worked with the buyers of the new house and sellers of the property we purchased to ensure the closing lined up for a 1031 exchange. There were so many moving parts and Joy was able to get them closed without any issues. We recommend Joy for all of your real estate needs!”
Congratulations to @joyriderealestate on this wonderful client feedback.
If you have had a positive experience with one of our agents, we would be grateful if you shared it on our Google Business Profile. Reviews like this help future buyers and sellers feel confident about who they choose to work with.
#HighlandsNCRealEstate #CashiersNCRealEstate #HighlandsCashiersPlateau
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Some places don’t need an introduction. They just make you want to stay a little longer.
The @cashiersmarket has been part of the community since 1995, growing from a simple produce stand into one of the Plateau’s most beloved gathering places. Fresh mountain produce, local favorites, friendly faces, and the unmistakable smell of barbecue from On the Side have made it a tradition for generations of locals and visitors alike.
It’s places like these that remind us a home is about more than four walls. It’s about having somewhere worth walking into on an ordinary afternoon, where community still feels genuine and the pace of life is just a little slower.
This is the lifestyle that makes Cashiers such an extraordinary place to call home.
📍Cashiers, North Carolina
#CashiersNC #CashiersFarmersMarket #HighlandsCashiers #MountainLiving #NorthCarolinaRealEstate
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A great buying experience often comes down to steady guidance, clear communication, and an agent who stays involved from start to finish.
“Joanne Bryson was extremely helpful and knowledgeable during our recent purchase. She was very hands-on from the beginning to the end, and we truly enjoyed working with her. We encourage anyone to contact Joanne for any of your real estate needs.”
Congratulations to Joanne Bryson @sellingtheplateau on this kind client feedback and another example of the care she brings to buyers across the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau.
#HighlandsNCRealEstate #CashiersNCRealEstate #HighlandsCashiersPlateau
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@reserveatlakekeowee living, elevated.
510 S Point Boulevard is a Mountain Modern estate inside Old Edwards Reserve, set on 3.08 private acres with 369 feet of shoreline, a private beach, covered slip dock, and expansive lake views framed by three stories of glass.
Follow the Old Edwards Reserve Listings link in our bio to explore the full property.
Listed by Brad Ricker, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty.
#LakeKeoweeRealEstate #OldEdwardsReserve #LuxuryLakefront #SunsetSC #BHHSMMR
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Happy Fourth from Main Street Highlands.
We asked you to share your hopes for the next 250 years of America, and we couldn’t be more inspired by the turnout.
From peace and kindness to healthy forests, strong families, gratitude, and a little humor too, our Liberty Trees became a beautiful reflection of this community.
Swipe through to read a few of the hopes, dreams, and reflections you shared with us.
Thank you, Highlands, for helping us celebrate with heart.
#HighlandsNC #FourthOfJuly #IndependenceDay #MainStreetHighlands #250HopesForAmerica
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Priced to Sell This Summer.
120 Split Rail Row | Sagee Mountain, Highlands
Now $3,597,000, improved from $3,895,000.
Minutes from Main Street yet wrapped in private gardens, this fully reimagined residence is a study in craftsmanship. A recently completed primary retreat, a chef's kitchen finished to the last detail, two stone fireplaces, and a screened porch made for cool mountain evenings. More than 160 native trees and plantings wind through 1.39 private acres.
Offered largely furnished, this is a rare turnkey opportunity. Settle in and start living the day you get the keys.
3 BD | 3.5 BA | Flexible Spaces | Guest Privacy | MLS# 1003504
For more information, contact @gena28741
#SageeMountain #LuxuryRealEstate #MountainLuxury #HighlandsHomes #MeadowsMountainRealty
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How do I choose between Old Edwards Club at Highlands Cove, Highlands Country Club, and The Reserve?
Each community offers a distinct lifestyle. Old Edwards Club at Highlands Cove blends golf, wellness, and modern mountain living, Highlands Country Club is known for its historic charm and walkable setting near downtown Highlands, while The Reserve offers larger homesites and exceptional privacy. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty helps buyers compare the communities based on how they want to spend their time in the mountains.
What should I expect from living in the Highlands area throughout the year?
Each season brings something different, from cool summer temperatures and colorful fall foliage to peaceful winters and vibrant spring landscapes. Many owners enjoy returning throughout the year because the mountains offer a completely different experience with every season. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty can help you choose a home that complements the way you plan to enjoy the area.
How much maintenance should I expect with a mountain second home?
Many luxury buyers appreciate communities that offer services designed to simplify homeownership while they're away. Depending on the property, maintenance responsibilities may be significantly reduced compared to a traditional mountain estate. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty can explain the differences between available properties and communities.
What makes Highlands such a desirable place for a second home?
Highlands combines a cooler mountain climate, outstanding restaurants, boutique shopping, and easy access to outdoor recreation. Buyers appreciate being able to enjoy a peaceful retreat without sacrificing luxury amenities. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty offers local insight that helps buyers find the right location within the area.
How important is community atmosphere when choosing a luxury mountain home?
For many buyers, it's just as important as the home itself. The friendships, events, dining experiences, and shared interests often become the reason owners return year after year. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty helps buyers find a community that feels like home from the very beginning.
What makes working with a local luxury specialist so valuable?
These communities each have unique homes, memberships, amenities, and neighborhood characteristics that aren't always obvious online. Local knowledge helps buyers understand the differences before making an important decision. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty provides the guidance and community insight that only comes from working in these luxury mountain markets every day.
