Set on 9.52 private acres, this 2-bedroom home offers a unique opportunity to create your perfect mountain retreat with 2 additional bonus rooms and an attached efficiency apartment just 6 minutes from the charming resort town of Highlands, NC. This property is bordered by US Forest Service land, ensuring privacy and direct access to nature. A bold creek flows alongside the property, visible and audible from several key rooms, including the sunroom, kitchen, deck, and lower-level living area. The lower level of the home is a private guest suite with a full kitchen, living area, bedroom, and bathroom, providing a perfect space for guests or extended family. The main and upper levels of the home feature large windows that flood the interior with natural light, creating an open and airy atmosphere. The kitchen has been updated with marble countertops, a stainless steel refrigerator and an updated exhaust hood. The home also includes two attached single-car garages-one in the basement with workshop area and storage, and another at the side of the house, offering ample storage space and convenience. A higher elevation build site on the property holds great potential for long-range mountain views, allowing for even more possibilities to enhance this exceptional property. This home has immense potential to become a luxurious private second home or vacation retreat. With its perfect location, nestled in nature yet just minutes from the luxury amenities of Highlands, this property offers privacy, peace, and the opportunity to craft a stunning mountain home. Whether you're seeking a private escape, a family retreat, or an investment in a potential luxury home, this property provides the canvas for your vision in the heart of the Western North Carolina mountains. Don't wait, schedule your appointment for a private tour today!