Gracious Mountain Living

Written By: Wiley Sloan | Issue: 2016/11 - November | Photograph By: Bernie Coulson

Pass through the gated entrance and proceed down a sun-dappled lane to your dream home just a short hop from downtown Highlands.  The scent of rhododendron and mountain laurel fill the air as you approach the wide front porch.  The rock and wood exterior combine with rhododendron rails on the decks to give this home an appealing mountain flair.  Notice the attention to detail throughout the home. 

The Great Room with its decidedly English elegance is reminiscent of looks you see at the Biltmore. The gleaming wood floors and rustic beams offer rustic sophistication.  Enjoy these beautiful fall days on the expansive decks with eye-catching views of Whiteside Mountain.  Grab your favorite beverage and stroll through the grounds complete with native shrubs, multiple waterfalls, and a koi pond.  Perimeter fencing allows your pets to run free without fear of straying too far.

 Feel the warmth of the ambrosia maple cabinets as you prepare gourmet meals in a kitchen that Martha Stewart would approve of.  Features including a wet bar, a large island with a gas cooktop, and a large Butler’s Pantry/Catering Prep Area make entertaining a breeze.  Entertain in style in the open dining room with views of the front gardens.

You will feel especially pampered in the Owner’s Suite.  Imagine yourself enjoying the His and Her Baths with connecting walk-through shower.  Dual closets keep your clothing neat and ready for any event.  Open the suite’s French doors to enjoy gentle mountain breezes or to step on to the wrap-around balcony.    

The Upper Level includes two Guest Suites connected by a Gallery overlooking the Great Room.  This offers great exhibit space for family photographs or your favorite art work.  Hop into the elevator to descend to the Terrace Level where your guests can enjoy the Home Theatre with its stone fireplace and kitchenette.  Workout in the large Exercise Room, then finish up those business chores as you enjoy mesmerizing views from your well-appointed Office.  The Guest Suite that everyone vies for is on this level, too.  It includes a double sized shower with bench and dual rain heads.  Ooh, la la. 

There’s no need to fret about the infrequent snows that a Highlands’ winter brings.  Your heated driveway leads into a Double Car Garage with its own Workshop.   Unload everything into the elevator to reach your ultimate destination.

Descend to the Garden Level where you have a complete Apartment perfect for the in-laws or for live-in help.  This space includes a Den with kitchenette with eating area and a Guest Suite.    Relax on the wide balcony to enjoy nature’s splendor.    

This uniquely spectacular home beckons you to come for a tour.  Once there you will want to make it your own.  This home is co-listed by Andrea Gabbard of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty at (828) 200-6742, BHHSmmr.com and MeadowsMTNRealty.com; and Dot Ivy Champion, Certified Residential Broker of Champion Realty Company at (404) 310-1722, [email protected].