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From the Houston heat to dreams of a mountain retreat in Western North Carolina.
For Steve and Barbie, purchasing property from out of state came with unexpected challenges. But with @lesleymaddenrealestate guiding the process, they found more than a beautiful piece of land.
“We cannot say enough wonderful things abo…
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Gated community in Highlands, NC you can walk to town from? They barely exist. 🏔️
Riverwalk is a new construction community in Highlands, North Carolina: gated, walk-to-town (about 3/4 mile to downtown), and set near the Cullasaja River, with luxury mountain homes built to complement the original neighborhood.
Dustin…
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It’s a lifestyle… 🍁⛰️🍂
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For the first time since it was built, this home inside Highlands Falls Country Club is on the market.
Tucked behind the gates of one of Highlands, North Carolina’s most established private communities, 2141 Upper Divide Road is a mountain retreat designed by Platt Architecture.
Handcrafted details, soaring ceilings,…
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What if your Lake Glenville getaway had room to grow?
Just 15 minutes from Cashiers, this charming cottage offers 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, and 1.45 acres with seasonal lake views and a short walk to Andrews Park.
The surprise? A septic system designed for TWO homes, with plans already in place for an additional build.
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Fall color on the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau doesn’t arrive all at once.
Eight familiar species. Eight very different schedules.
From September’s first crimson leaves to November’s final flashes of red, here’s how the season unfolds.
Save this guide for your next autumn drive through the mountains.
Sourwood is ofte…
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SOLD | 95 Sanctuary View Trail
It started with a video. Then came the view, the floor plan, and the feeling that this might be the one.
After discovering this beautiful Whiteside Cove property on social media, the McGowans connected with Faye Wurm @ctygirlmtnworld and Cristina Vives @cristinamvives who helped turn th…
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The outside is timeless mountain architecture. The inside? A fresh take on luxury living in Cashiers, North Carolina.
Located in @glencovebyoldedwards 107 Summer Sky Lane pairs classic mountain character with sophisticated, light-filled interiors designed for gathering.
Designed by @edgensherzogarchitects and built b…
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Equestrian amenities in the community. A private sauna at home. And downtown Highlands just minutes away.
Now offered at $1,375,000, 54 Deer Run is a fully renovated 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath home in the Cold Springs community of Highlands, NC.
Inside, discover an updated kitchen, fireplaces in both the living room and pri…
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Sometimes, it’s the little things, like sun rays through a turning leaf, or a carpet of red on mountain moss.
All 📸 from 10.8.26
Those trees near First Presbyterian Church are doing their thing early once again! And we are seeing some beautiful splotching on the north side of Whiteside Mountain.
We can’t wait for t…
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A room full of people, a table full of tiles, and almost no one looking at a phone.
Comment “ELEVATE” and we’ll DM you the Fall issue.
In “Order Out of Chaos”, we spend time around the table with @mountainmahjcollective4118 , created by Melanie Couch and Nancy Dyleski in Highlands.
The story follows the patterns, ri…
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FALL ELEVATE 2026 IS LIVE.
The new issue of ELEVATE: A Field Guide to the Plateau & Beyond looks a little closer at the places, people and stories shaping life on the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau and beyond.
Inside:
A Signal in the Trees
With Andrew Renfro of @hcltnc , we explore why some trees seem to get a head star…
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From the Houston heat to dreams of a mountain retreat in Western North Carolina.
For Steve and Barbie, purchasing property from out of state came with unexpected challenges. But with @lesleymaddenrealestate guiding the process, they found more than a beautiful piece of land.
“We cannot say enough wonderful things about our experience with Berkshire Hathaway, but, especially, Lesley Madden. Purchasing our property from out of state came with its share of unexpected roadblocks, and Lesley navigated every one with professionalism, persistence, and grace. She was always one step ahead, finding solutions, communicating with us, and going FAR beyond what we ever expected.
What made Lesley truly special was how personally invested she became in helping us purchase the property where we hope to build our mountain retreat from the Houston heat. She understood this wasn’t simply a real estate transaction—it was the beginning of an exciting new chapter for our family.
We walked away with a beautiful piece of property, tremendous gratitude for the person who helped make it happen, and best of all, a wonderful new friend. We couldn’t recommend Lesley more highly! Five stars simply aren’t enough!!!”
— Steve & Barbie P.
Congratulations to Lesley on this heartfelt review and for helping another family begin their next chapter on the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau.
#HighlandsNCRealEstate #CashiersNCRealEstate #MountainLiving
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Gated community in Highlands, NC you can walk to town from? They barely exist. 🏔️
Riverwalk is a new construction community in Highlands, North Carolina: gated, walk-to-town (about 3/4 mile to downtown), and set near the Cullasaja River, with luxury mountain homes built to complement the original neighborhood.
Dustin Hirschfeld, owner and builder of Riverwalk, explains what makes this kind of mountain community so rare here.
Looking for a new home in Highlands NC? Comment RIVERWALK and I'll send you the details on 379 Riverwalk Drive, just listed.
@johnmuirrealtor | 404.245.7027
#HighlandsNC #HighlandsNCRealEstate #GatedCommunity #NewConstruction #MountainLiving #NorthCarolinaRealEstate #LuxuryRealEstate
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It’s a lifestyle… 🍁⛰️🍂
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For the first time since it was built, this home inside Highlands Falls Country Club is on the market.
Tucked behind the gates of one of Highlands, North Carolina’s most established private communities, 2141 Upper Divide Road is a mountain retreat designed by Platt Architecture.
Handcrafted details, soaring ceilings, five bedroom suites, and a beautiful stone terrace overlooking Whiteside Mountain make this a remarkable opportunity.
Take a look inside with Kara Hardy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty.
Want to see the full property?
Comment "HIGHLANDS FALLS" below and we’ll DM you the listing details.
To schedule a private showing, contact Kara Hardy at 407.617.6006.
#HighlandsNC #HighlandsFallsCountryClub #HighlandsRealEstate #LuxuryMountainHomes #BHHSMeadowsMountainRealty
@adegesys Sent! Thanks.
@michiemichelle68 It is truly spectacular in person 😍
@michiemichelle68 right?! 🥰
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What if your Lake Glenville getaway had room to grow?
Just 15 minutes from Cashiers, this charming cottage offers 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, and 1.45 acres with seasonal lake views and a short walk to Andrews Park.
The surprise? A septic system designed for TWO homes, with plans already in place for an additional build.
📍 141 Andrews Park Road | Cullowhee, NC
Offered at $449,500
Comment "LAKE" and we'll DM you the full listing!
Cristina Vives | 561.427.8829
Faye Wurm | 828.200.1345
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty
#LakeGlenville #CashiersNC #CullowheeNC #NCRealEstate
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Fall color on the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau doesn’t arrive all at once.
Eight familiar species. Eight very different schedules.
From September’s first crimson leaves to November’s final flashes of red, here’s how the season unfolds.
Save this guide for your next autumn drive through the mountains.
Sourwood is often among the first trees to turn crimson on the Plateau, sometimes as early as the first week of September.
Long before the surrounding canopy catches up, its red leaves are already making an appearance.
But why so early? And what does FLAGGING mean?
Red maple can begin changing color around the same time as sourwood, sometimes while summer still feels very much alive.
Its familiar leaves are among the most widespread splashes of scarlet across the mountains.
Two early arrivals, but not necessarily the same story.
Ever noticed a flash of brilliant red climbing a tree that’s still completely green?
That might be Virginia creeper.
This climbing vine can turn scarlet in mid-September, creating one of autumn’s most striking contrasts.
And there’s that word again: FLAGGING.
Keep an eye on the roadsides.
Sumac brings brilliant orange-red color to the mountain landscape, often before the surrounding trees reach their peak.
Its upright clusters of fruit can persist long after the leaves have fallen.
Not every spectacular autumn color is red.
In the cool, wet coves and along mountain creeks, yellow birch can turn a luminous gold, sometimes within a single week.
One more reason to look beyond the treetops during an autumn drive.
A brilliant yellow leaf from a tree with an extraordinary history.
American chestnut sprouts still emerge across our mountain landscape, their leaves offering flashes of gold each fall.
In our guide, we call it “The Ghost.” There’s a story behind that name.
Red, orange, and gold. Sometimes all on the same branch.
Sassafras is one of the most colorful characters in the autumn forest, with distinctive leaves that can take several different shapes.
It’s also one of the species we’ve marked FLAGGING.
Starting to see a pattern?
Just when you think the autumn show is ending, scarlet oak has something to say.
Its deep
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SOLD | 95 Sanctuary View Trail
It started with a video. Then came the view, the floor plan, and the feeling that this might be the one.
After discovering this beautiful Whiteside Cove property on social media, the McGowans connected with Faye Wurm @ctygirlmtnworld and Cristina Vives @cristinamvives who helped turn their interest into a new mountain home.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty proudly represented this property. The sale brought together agents from across the firm for a wonderful result.
Congratulations to the McGowans on their new home!
Swipe to read their story, in their own words.
#JustSold #HighlandsNC #WhitesideCove #MeadowsMountainRealty #MountainLiving
So gratifying that we sold a home we love to those who love it too.... Wishing you so much enjoyment making new memories in your new home. And what about that view ❤️❤️❤️
@gena28741 Love it!
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The outside is timeless mountain architecture. The inside? A fresh take on luxury living in Cashiers, North Carolina.
Located in @glencovebyoldedwards 107 Summer Sky Lane pairs classic mountain character with sophisticated, light-filled interiors designed for gathering.
Designed by @edgensherzogarchitects and built by Horizon Construction Group, this newly completed home features five private bedroom suites, a beautifully appointed kitchen with Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances, and an expansive covered porch with a fireplace.
The property was also featured in the Fall 2026 issue of our ELEVATE digital magazine.
📍 107 Summer Sky Lane | Cashiers, NC
Offered at $4,390,000 | MLS 1004090
Listed by:
Jennifer Blake | 828.226.3030
Ed Hillis | 336.669.1406
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty
Explore the full property through the Featured Listings link in our bio.
#CashiersNCRealEstate #GlenCoveByOldEdwards #LuxuryHomesNC #CashiersNorthCarolina #MountainLuxuryHomes
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Equestrian amenities in the community. A private sauna at home. And downtown Highlands just minutes away.
Now offered at $1,375,000, 54 Deer Run is a fully renovated 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath home in the Cold Springs community of Highlands, NC.
Inside, discover an updated kitchen, fireplaces in both the living room and primary suite, heated bathroom floors, and a private sauna. Outside, enjoy a covered porch, mountain surroundings, and access to a community offering equestrian facilities and horse boarding options.
📍 54 Deer Run | Highlands, NC
Explore the full property through Featured Listings at the link in our bio.
Questions or interested in a private showing? Contact Brooks Kittrell at 828.230.4453.
#HighlandsNC #HighlandsNCRealEstate #EquestrianLifestyle #LuxuryMountainLiving #BHHSMMR
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Sometimes, it’s the little things, like sun rays through a turning leaf, or a carpet of red on mountain moss.
All 📸 from 10.8.26
Those trees near First Presbyterian Church are doing their thing early once again! And we are seeing some beautiful splotching on the north side of Whiteside Mountain.
We can’t wait for the peak-leaf season (Our research suggests Oct 11 and 25 this year). Visit the link in our bio to find our leaf color guide on pg. 34 of our digital magazine ELEVATE! (It just came out!)
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A room full of people, a table full of tiles, and almost no one looking at a phone.
Comment “ELEVATE” and we’ll DM you the Fall issue.
In “Order Out of Chaos”, we spend time around the table with @mountainmahjcollective4118 , created by Melanie Couch and Nancy Dyleski in Highlands.
The story follows the patterns, rituals and peculiarities of American mahjong, then moves beyond the game itself to what keeps people coming back. It also takes us inside Spruce Interiors in Highlands Creek Village, where mahjong tiles, mats and sets share space with furnishings and pieces for the home.
Read the full story in the Fall 2026 issue of ELEVATE: A Field Guide to the Plateau & Beyond.
#ElevateMagazine #HighlandsNC #Mahjong #MountainMahjCollective #SpruceInteriors
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FALL ELEVATE 2026 IS LIVE.
The new issue of ELEVATE: A Field Guide to the Plateau & Beyond looks a little closer at the places, people and stories shaping life on the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau and beyond.
Inside:
A Signal in the Trees
With Andrew Renfro of @hcltnc , we explore why some trees seem to get a head start on fall and what those early changes can tell us about the landscape.
The Leaf Color Guide
A field guide to eight familiar species, when they tend to turn and what to look for as color moves across the Plateau.
Order Out of Chaos
We spend an evening with @mountainmahjcollective4118 where Melanie Couch and Nancy Dyleski have built something around tiles, conversation and the simple pleasure of putting the phone down.
What Grows After You Arrive
At Lake Keowee, we look at The Reserve Foundation @reserveatlakekeowee and the ways a community can begin giving back to the place it calls home. Photography by @morganlambphotos
Plus local history, design, food and more from across the region.
Read the Fall issue at the link in our bio.
#ElevateMagazine #HighlandsNC #CashiersNC #WesternNorthCarolina #HighlandsCashiersPlateau
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How important are views when buying a luxury mountain home?
Mountain views can vary dramatically depending on elevation, orientation, surrounding trees, and the property's position on the land. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty can help buyers look beyond listing photos and consider how the views may actually experience from the home and property.
What should I know about buying a home on a steep or wooded lot?
Terrain can affect driveways, outdoor spaces, drainage, landscaping, and future maintenance, so the land deserves as much attention as the house itself. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty can help buyers identify the property-specific considerations that come with mountain terrain.
Could a smaller mountain home be a better fit than a large luxury property?
For some buyers, a more manageable home can provide the mountain setting, privacy, and outdoor lifestyle they want without taking on unnecessary space or upkeep. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty can help compare homes based on how you actually expect to use the property.
What should downsizers consider when moving from a larger home into a mountain community?
Downsizing can involve more than reducing square footage, especially when buyers are also changing how they spend their time and use their home. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty can help compare properties based on maintenance, accessibility, storage, entertaining space, and the lifestyle you want to maintain.
How should I evaluate a mountain home's outdoor living space?
Decks, porches, patios, fire pits, gardens, and natural gathering areas can become some of the most-used parts of a mountain home, but their condition and usability can vary significantly. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty can help buyers consider how the outdoor spaces fit the property's setting and their plans for using the home.
What should I pay attention to when touring a mountain home in person?
During a showing, it is worth looking beyond finishes to the approach to the property, driveway, drainage, surrounding terrain, natural light, outdoor areas, and the condition of major systems. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty can help buyers evaluate those details so the property's appeal is matched by a realistic understanding of ownership.
