Sapphire, NC 28774 951 Whitewater Ridge Road

Windy Hill Lodge is an extraordinary mountain retreat set on 6.3 private acres at approximately 3,850 feet elevation within a gated community bordered by National Forest on three sides. The property offers sweeping long-range views across North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia, including iconic vistas of Whiteside Mountain, Yellow Mountain, Shortoff Mountain, Big Terrapin Mountain, Rabun Bald, and the waters of Lakes Jocassee, Keowee, and Hartwell. Residents also enjoy access to a private 22-acre park with trails and the pristine Whitewater River, creating a rare combination of privacy, natural beauty, and outdoor recreation. This exceptional 5-bedroom, 5 bath lodge blends refined mountain architecture with timeless craftsmanship and comfort. The expansive great room features a soaring 26-foot cathedral ceiling with exposed beams, rich oak floors, and a massive Tennessee fieldstone fireplace. Windows frame breathtaking mountain views and fill the home with natural light, while the great room opens to a spacious covered porch with its own stone fireplace and outdoor dining area—perfect for enjoying cool mountain evenings and spectacular sunsets. The chef’s kitchen is designed for entertaining and everyday living with granite countertops, a large island, butler’s pantry, and premium appliances including a six-burner Dacor gas cooktop, GE Monogram built-in refrigerator and freezer, double ovens, warming drawer, and KitchenAid dishwasher. A stand-alone bar with ice maker, sink, and refrigerator provides an inviting gathering space. The main-level primary suite serves as a private retreat with mountain and lake views, a see-through gas fireplace, jetted soaking tub, oversized steam shower, dual water closets, and a spacious dressing room with cedar closet. Also on the main level are a guest bedroom with bath and a paneled library with fireplace. Upstairs offers a private guest suite with bedroom, full bath, sitting area, and wet bar. The lower level includes two guest bedrooms with private baths, an exercise room, craft room, safe room, and a large third garage with workshop area. Additional features include a whole-house generator, central vacuum, four-zone HVAC, emergency water storage, mature landscaping, extensive exterior stonework, and abundant storage. Windy Hill Lodge offers a rare opportunity to experience luxury mountain living in the Blue Ridge Mountains.