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$3,895,000
77 Days On Site

540 Chestnut Street
Highlands, NC 28741

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
5
Beds
4
Total Baths
3
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
2002
Built
Subdivision:
None
County:
Macon
Listing courtesy of Pam Nellis of Christie's International Real Estate Highlands-Cashiers
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Own a rare in-town Highlands retreat just steps from the new Performing Arts Center. Enjoy the charm of mountain living paired with a vibrant cultural lifestyle, with world-class performances, fine dining, boutique shopping, and all that Highlands has to offer just a short stroll from your front door. Set on beautifully landscaped grounds, this elegant home offers exceptional privacy, surrounded by mature evergreens that create the feeling of a secluded estate in the heart of town. A welcoming sense of arrival begins with the lush front gardens and continues to the enchanting rear courtyard, where a waterfall and fountain provide a tranquil backdrop for outdoor living. Inside, a gracious foyer opens to a spacious great room featuring soaring vaulted ceilings, abundant natural light, and a stunning stone fireplace. The adjoining dining area flows seamlessly into the stunning gourmet kitchen, designed for both entertaining and everyday living. A charming keeping room with its own stone fireplace creates the perfect gathering place for family and friends while meals are prepared. The inviting screened porch, complete with a wood-burning fireplace, serves as an additional living space overlooking the picturesque gardens. Just beyond, an open-air deck offers the ideal setting for grilling, relaxing, and enjoying the mountain sunshine. The main-level primary suite is a private sanctuary, featuring a fireplace, peaceful garden views, and a luxurious spa-inspired bath with soaking tub and separate shower. A second ensuite guest bedroom and a cozy den complete the main level. Upstairs, three additional bedrooms—including a delightful bunk room—provide ample accommodations for family and guests. A sitting area and office nook offer flexible spaces for work, reading, or relaxation. Thoughtfully maintained and move-in ready, the home also features a two-car carport with floored attic storage, additional guest parking, a generator, central vacuum system, gas starters in all four fireplaces, custom closet shelving, and a fully encapsulated crawlspace. Combining privacy, luxury, and convenience, this exceptional Highlands property offers the opportunity to enjoy the very best of mountain living in one of the area's most desirable in-town locations.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$3,895,000
Days On Site 
77 Days
Bedrooms 
5
Inside Area (SqFt) 
N/A
Total Baths 
4
Full Baths 
3
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
0.73 Acres
Year Built 
2002
MLS® Number 
1003582
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$9,299.85
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
N/A
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
3 months agoListing first seen on site
3 months agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
General Features
Acres 
0.73
Carport 
2
Levels 
Two
Parking 
Additional Parking
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Style 
Traditional
Utilities 
Electricity ConnectedPropaneSewer Connected
Water Source 
Public
Zoning 
Residential
Interior Features
Appliances 
DryerDishwasherDisposalMicrowaveRangeRefrigeratorWarming DrawerWasher
Basement 
Crawl SpaceExterior Entry
Cooling 
Ceiling Fan(s)Central AirElectric
Electric 
Generator
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Gas LogKitchenLiving RoomOtherOutsidePropaneRaised HearthStoneWood BurningMaster Bedroom
Fireplaces 
4
Flooring 
Wood
Furnished 
Furnished
Heating 
Central
Interior 
Breakfast BarBookcasesCeiling Fan(s)Double VanityEntrance FoyerHigh Speed InternetStone CountersStorageSolar Tube(s)Soaking TubVaulted Ceiling(s)Walk-In Closet(s)
Laundry Features 
Common AreaWasher HookupIn HallMain Level
Bathroom 2 
Level - Main
Bathroom 3 
Level - Main
Bathroom 4 
Level - Upper
Bedroom 2 
Level - Main
Bedroom 3 
Level - Upper
Bedroom 4 
Level - Upper
Bedroom 5 
Level - Upper
Den 
Level - Main
Dining Room 
Level - Main
Kitchen 
Level - Main
Laundry 
Level - Main
Living Room 
Level - Main
Master Bathroom 
Level - Main
Master Bedroom 
Level - Main
Office 
Level - Upper
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
FrameHardiPlank TypeStone
Exterior 
Garden
Lot Features 
Back YardClearedSloped DownFront YardGentle SlopingLandscapedPavedCity Lot
Patio And Porch 
Rear PorchFront PorchScreened
Roof 
Asphalt
View 
Garden
Waterview 
Garden
Community Features
MLS Area 
Highlands In-Town
Roads 
AsphaltConcrete
Listing courtesy of Pam Nellis of Christie's International Real Estate Highlands-Cashiers



Listing information is provided by Participants of the Highlands Cashiers Board of REALTORS MLS. IDX information is provided exclusively for personal, non-commercial use, and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Copyright 2026, Highlands Cashiers Board of REALTORS MLS.
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