SkyHigh Cottage is a delightful private retreat at elevation higher than Main Street in Highlands. For a weekend, a season or year round, indulge in quiet, end of the road privacy. Native rhododendron, weeping cherry, and giant limelight hydrangea create natural color against the backdrop of Scaly Mountain. All this is literally steps away from National Forest, perpetuallly protected lands are just beyond the drive way to this property. The forest service road leads you to the Bartram Trail - talk about easy hiking access! The perfectly decorated cottage boasts large decks, open and covered, for enjoyomg the top of the mountain breezes, overlooking the trees, mountains, and charming stone patio. Laze in the hammock, roast marshmallows over a fire, or just read a book on the porch. Inside, get super warm with the Malm gas log fire place, (easily converted to wood burning). The great room overlooking it all boasts cozy seating areas, kitchen, a generous dining area, and breakfast bar. Two large bedrooms share a roomy bath. Rain on the metal roof will soothe you to sleep. The hardiplank-style siding, encapsulated crawl space, and tankless gas water heater provide efficient modern touches to the perfect traditional mountain cottage. The home is offered fully furnished, complete with original artwork, kitchen equipment, a big green egg and walking sticks. Bring your toothbrush and enjoy!
For sale
Price cut: $95.1K (11/19)
$599,900
551 Bob Long Mountain Road, Scaly Mountain, NC 28775
2beds
--sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1985
1.05 Acres Lot
$567,600 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Hardiplank-style siding
- 267 days |
- 449 |
- 28 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 15, 2025 at 12:14pm
Listed by:
Dinah Davis,
Christie's International Real Estate Highlands-Cashiers,
Steve Castellaw,
Christie's International Real Estate Highlands-Cashiers
Source: HCMLS,MLS#: 1000579Originating MLS: Highlands Cashiers Board of Realtors
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bathroom 1
- Level: Main
Great room
- Features: Breakfast Bar
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Open Floorplan
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Stone
- Basement: Crawl Space,Encapsulated
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Free Standing, Gas Log
- Furnished: Yes
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, On Site
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Terrace
- Exterior features: Private Yard, Propane Tank - Leased, Satellite Dish
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Rocks
Lot
- Size: 1.05 Acres
- Features: Cleared, Views, Rolling Slope
- Topography: Rolling
Details
- Parcel number: 7419389174, 7419480011
- Zoning description: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Frame, HardiPlank Type
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1985
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Permit 2 Bedroom, Septic Tank
- Water: Shared Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Propane
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Scaly Mountain
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $1,040
- Annual tax amount: $966
- Date on market: 4/15/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 268 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
$567,600
$539,000 - $596,000
$1,379/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/19/2025 | Price change | $599,900-13.7% |
Source: HCMLS #1000579 Report a problem | ||
| 4/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $695,000+251% |
Source: HCMLS #1000579 Report a problem | ||
| 9/2/2014 | Sold | $198,000+1.5% |
Source: HCMLS #79516 Report a problem | ||
| 9/5/2006 | Sold | $195,000 |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $979 +1.2% | $275,410 |
| 2023 | $967 +2.7% | $275,410 +51.6% |
| 2022 | $941 | $181,690 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$3,287/mo
Principal & interest
$2862
Property taxes
$215
Home insurance
$210
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28775
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Highlands SchoolGrades: K-12Distance: 5.8 mi
- 6/10Macon Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 9 mi
- 2/10Mountain View Intermediate SchoolGrades: 5-6Distance: 9.1 mi
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