540 Chestnut St, Highlands, NC 28741

Own your own piece of downtown Highlands steps away from the new Performing Arts Center. Worlds away from London, you can still experience a cultural lifestyle by walking to the theatre as the PAC opens for world-class performances this summer! This elegant home allows you and your family to enjoy the happiness of a mountain home turn-key ready for your enjoyment in 2022. Your sense of arrival begins with appreciation of the lush landscaping with a front yard and a private garden courtyard in the back with a waterfall and fountain. The entire property is bordered by large evergreens creating your own private in-town estate. Entering this inviting home through a welcoming foyer leading into the spacious great room with a stone fireplace and vaulted ceiling, you will be captivated by the natural light streaming into the dining area open to both the great room and the newly remodeled gourmet kitchen. The open keeping room has a stone fireplace and television for the whole family to visit with the cook while they prepare the family's favorite dishes. The screened porch with another fireplace is a fun gathering area to enjoy the scenic views of the beautiful garden. A large storage room holds an extra refrigerator and provides space for storing outdoor items. An outside deck for grilling is perfect for soaking up the sun just off the screened porch. The primary bedroom is on the main level quietly sited in the corner of the home with another fireplace, luxurious spa bathroom with a full view of the garden. A guest bedroom with an ensuite bathroom is on the main level as well as a cozy den. Two guest suites and bunk room are located upstairs with an office area and sitting room. A two-car carport with floored attic space and extra parking make in-town living easy and accessible. The home's desirable features include a generator, central vacuum, gas starter in all four fireplaces, custom shelving in the closets, new HVAC system and a fully encapsulated crawlspace.