Mountain Life Properties
Blue single-story house with a covered porch, surrounded by bare trees and pines.
Kitchen with cream cabinets, a sink beneath a window, and an electric range.
Small room with a wooden table and lamp beside a glass-paneled door.
Room with hardwood floors, white wainscoting, and two wooden chairs.
Small room with wood floors, white paneled walls, a wooden chair, and a dark leather recliner.
Empty room with hardwood floors and windows overlooking a road and leaf-covered woods.
Large windows overlook a yard, white porch railing, and leaf-covered woods.
Empty room with hardwood floors, an open closet, and an open doorway.
Empty room with hardwood floors, a high window, and an open doorway.
Bedroom with a black metal bed, cream crocheted bedspread, and hardwood floors.
Empty room with hardwood floors, white walls, and a high window overlooking trees.
Bathroom with a white vanity, chrome faucet, tiled backsplash, and wall mirror.
Bathroom with tiled walls, a white shower curtain, and a window overlooking trees.
Utility room with a washer and dryer, deep utility sink, and water heater.
Unfinished basement with exposed ceiling joists, a concrete floor, and stairs along one side.
Kitchen with white cabinets, a double-basin sink, and an electric range.
Blue single-story house with white trim and a covered front porch.
Blue cottage with a broad covered porch among trees, with a gravel driveway and leaf-covered yard.
Downtown Highlands street with brick and stone buildings, parked cars, and vivid autumn foliage.
Highlands streetscape with a U.S. flag, autumn trees, and Highlands Deli sign.
Autumn streetscape outside Old Edwards Inn, with pedestrians and shops along a Highlands road.
Covered patio overlooking a paved courtyard with planters, stone pillars, and autumn trees.
Entrance sign for Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park in Highlands, framed by autumn foliage.
SEE ALL PHOTOS
Blue single-story house with a covered porch, surrounded by bare trees and pines.
Kitchen with cream cabinets, a sink beneath a window, and an electric range.
Small room with a wooden table and lamp beside a glass-paneled door.
Room with hardwood floors, white wainscoting, and two wooden chairs.
Small room with wood floors, white paneled walls, a wooden chair, and a dark leather recliner.
Empty room with hardwood floors and windows overlooking a road and leaf-covered woods.
Large windows overlook a yard, white porch railing, and leaf-covered woods.
Empty room with hardwood floors, an open closet, and an open doorway.
Empty room with hardwood floors, a high window, and an open doorway.
Bedroom with a black metal bed, cream crocheted bedspread, and hardwood floors.
Empty room with hardwood floors, white walls, and a high window overlooking trees.
Bathroom with a white vanity, chrome faucet, tiled backsplash, and wall mirror.
Bathroom with tiled walls, a white shower curtain, and a window overlooking trees.
Utility room with a washer and dryer, deep utility sink, and water heater.
Unfinished basement with exposed ceiling joists, a concrete floor, and stairs along one side.
Kitchen with white cabinets, a double-basin sink, and an electric range.
Blue single-story house with white trim and a covered front porch.
Blue cottage with a broad covered porch among trees, with a gravel driveway and leaf-covered yard.
Downtown Highlands street with brick and stone buildings, parked cars, and vivid autumn foliage.
Highlands streetscape with a U.S. flag, autumn trees, and Highlands Deli sign.
Autumn streetscape outside Old Edwards Inn, with pedestrians and shops along a Highlands road.
Covered patio overlooking a paved courtyard with planters, stone pillars, and autumn trees.
Entrance sign for Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park in Highlands, framed by autumn foliage.
Sold

8731 Buck Creek Road

8731 Buck Creek Road, Highlands, NC 28741

$250,000
Escape to your cozy retreat in the heart of scenic Highlands, North Carolina, with this charming two-bedroom, one-bath home. Nestled at an elevation of 4200 feet above sea level, this delightful abode offers cool mountain breezes year-round, providing the perfect respite from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Conveniently located on a paved state-maintained road, this home offers easy access any time of year, making it an ideal year-round residence or investment property. With Highlands' upscale boutiques and dining options just a short 15-minute drive away and big box stores in Franklin within 30 minutes, you can enjoy the best of both worlds. This mountain cottage offers plenty of potential for the creative homeowner, with an open and bright living room, two spacious bedrooms, and hardwood floors throughout. The country-style kitchen provides a perfect canvas to create your unique design, whether you prefer a retro or modern look. The full, unfinished basement offers ample space to expand your living area or create a workshop, with level access to the backyard for added convenience. A brand-new HVAC system was recently installed in the Fall of 2022, ensuring comfort and efficiency year-round. Sitting on 0.65+/- of an acre, this property also offers plenty of sunshine and room for the avid gardener to cultivate their private oasis. Listen to the tranquil sounds of the wet weather waterfall on the adjacent property across the street, and revel in the natural beauty that surrounds you. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to create your mountain getaway on Buck Creek Road in Highlands, North Carolina. Bring your imagination and discover the endless potential that awaits you!

2
beds

1
bath

0.65 Acres lot

Heather Ball

Heather Ball

Features & Amenities

Interior

  • total bedrooms2
  • Total bathroom1
  • full bathroom1
  • Laundry room Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
  • Flooring Laminate, Tile, Wood
  • Fireplace Basement, Wood Burning Stove
  • APPLIANCES Dryer, Electric Oven, Washer

Area & Lot

  • Status Sold
  • Date Sold August 31, 2023
  • Lot Area0.65 Acres
  • MLS® ID102049
  • TypeResidential
  • YEAR BUILT1966
  • View DescriptionMountain(s), Other, Trees/Woods

Exterior

  • STORIES1
  • water SourceWell
  • utilitiesOther, See Remarks
  • roofShingle
  • lot featuresLevel, Partially Cleared, Rolling Slope, Wooded
  • parkingAttached, Carport, Gravel
  • HEAT TYPECentral, Electric
  • AIR CONDITIONINGCentral Air, Electric
  • sewerSeptic Permit 2 Bedroom, Sewer Applied for Permit, Septic Tank
  • SubstructureBlock, Slab
  • other exterior FeaturesGarden

Financial

  • Sales Price$250,000
  • Real Estate Tax $696/yr

Work with Us

Mountain Life Properties is a top-rated team, with a wealth of knowledge in the Highlands and Cashiers areas. Fill out your information below and one of our team members will get back to you.

Follow Us On Instagram