490 Satulah Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
OFF MARKET

490 Satulah Rd
Highlands, NC 28741

  • 4 Beds
  • 5.5 Baths
  • 3,698 sqft (on 2.75 acres)

$4,212,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 30, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $22,080/mo*

$4,212,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 30, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $22,080/mo*
4 Beds
5.5 Baths
3,698 sqft
(on 2.75 acres)

Local Information

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Description

Built by Henry Worrell Stoan for his niece, Miss Mary Lou Phinizy, in 1915 (according to Macon County records), this home has been in only two families in over one hundred years. Linked to its natural surroundings in ways that most homes are not, this Cotswold looking home exalts nature through its windows and porches, and becomes an organic part of the outdoors with its rambling terraces, patios and gardens. Named Windrush after the first owner spotted a twin home in Scotland, this estate is a showstopper whenever you walk or drive up Satulah Road (which has been newly paved). The magic of this home lies in its simplicity and romance. The stone chimneys, vintage shingle siding and stone patios look like old friends just gathered for a reunion. Although one of the earliest homes built in Highlands, it has been lovingly restored with a burst of enthusiasm in keeping with the pedigree of the home. The kitchen, the heart of the home, is a communal room where everyone gathers to prepare and to enjoy food as well as socializing. An authentic "mud room" where hunters drop their prey on entrance has a flagstone floor and copper sink opening to a side terrace next to the large flat yard with 300 year-old trees. The dining room is across the hall with the entrance to the great room with a soaring ceiling and stone fireplace just a few steps away serving as the focal point for conversation and entertaining. Windows line one side of the home in the Carolina room with spectacular views of Whiteside Mountain and beyond. The master bedroom with vaulted ceiling is on the main level serving as a serene and restful retreat with both his and her bathrooms and closets. Two cozy guest suites with full baths-one with a wood-burning fireplace-are upstairs and other guest rooms are on the terrace level with another sitting room. An attached two-car garage, separate children's playhouse and whimsical well-house add idiosyncrasy to this special estate close to town.
490 Satulah Rd, Highlands, NC 28741 is a 4 bedroom, 6 bathroom, 3,698 sqft single-family home built in 1915. It last sold for $3,400,000 on Dec 13, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $4,212,500, with a rent estimate of $4,571/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
No Info
Outdoor
Porch, Patio, Deck
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 490 Satulah Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 11Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Dining Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Heat Pump, GasHeating Fuel: Heat Pump
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Floors: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: MetalDeckExterior: WoodFoundation Type: OtherGardenPatioPorch

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1915Year Updated: 1995
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2.75 acres

Price History for 490 Satulah Rd

DatePriceEventSource
12/13/2021$3,400,000Sold
HCMLS #97504
10/13/2021$3,295,000PendingHCMLS #97504
09/20/2021$3,295,000Listed For SaleHCMLS #97504
07/31/2021ListingRemovedHCMLS
09/01/2020$3,330,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/12/2020$3,600,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Highlands

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
Sale-to-List Price
Price per sq ft
Available listings
161
11
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$11,621
Assessment$2,939,130
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 490 Satulah Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.22
Single-Family Home
$6,425,000
03/17/26
4
5
-
0.43
Single-Family Home
$595,000
07/14/25
4
4
-
1.31
Single-Family Home
$3,000,000
05/07/26
4
3.5
4,947
1.31
Single-Family Home
$3,000,000
05/07/26
4
3.5
5,550
0.85
Single-Family Home
$1,995,000
10/10/25
4
4.5
-
0.91
Single-Family Home
$1,080,000
10/01/25
3
2.5
3,594
0.86
Single-Family Home
$720,500
04/30/26
4
3
2,192
0.33
Single-Family Home
$1,010,000
08/14/25
3
3
-
1.17
Single-Family Home
$2,512,000
07/09/25
4
4
9,216
0.31
Single-Family Home
$1,180,000
09/25/25
3
2
-

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What Locals Say about Highlands

At least 19 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 95 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 91 % Say it's quiet

  • 89 % Say car is needed

  • 89 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 84 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 76 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 74 % Say parking is easy

  • 74 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 74 % Say there's wildlife

  • 74 % Say there are community events

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 52 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 46 % Say kids play outside

  • 44 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 30 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 25 % Say there are sidewalks

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  • Kimberlyg833
    "It’s beautiful and appears to be a great place to raise a family. I used to come here as a child back in the 70’s with my parents and it’s still as I remember it. Quaint and beautiful. "
  • Karie.mcclure
    "not sure only a renter at this point but love how safe And low key it is .. great weather as well nice people "
  • Pam
    "Great small town. Elevation 4000 feet plus. Friendly residents. Lots to do for a small town. A little pricy, but worth it. Great hiking and waterfalls galore. Dog friendly neighborhood and town."
  • Christine B.
    "It's a very friendly community. When the tourists come to town for the season it gets overcrowded but some non locals are really friendly. "
  • Bill B.
    "I live here and love the weather, hiking trails, water falls, and the National Forest. 4,118 feet elevation provides cool weather in the summer."
  • Susan C.
    "What a beautiful place to live ... there is nothing as peaceful or beautiful as the mountains and this lovely, quaint town."
  • Rick C.
    "There's no Wal-Mart or fast food joints. Life in the mountains has an easier pace. You are removed from the city, but that's why we live here, to get away from it all. There is a world class spa, fine dining on smaller scale, exquisite shops. Think Breckinridge, without the skiing.Beautiful mountains, hiking, mountain biking, floral life, live music, plays, wineries, what more do you want?"
  • carolrosen
    "Great area, lovely home, easy comfortable living"
  • John D.
    "A great place to spend the summer, and within walking distance to town."
  • Nadine P.
    "A wonderful community with a year round caretaker, pool, tennis courts and swimming pool plus it is gated. Certainly not a necessity in Highlands! I would recommend King Mtn to anyone looking for lush foliage, fantastic views and wonderful amenities."
  • Nadine P.
    "I have lived in Highlands, NC for 7 years and still upon returning from out of town get a peacefulness when I hit Main St or the Gorge Rd from Franklin. Prettiest place anywhere...you must visit!"
  • Dorothy S.
    "You will find that people are extremely friendly. We have four mild seasons. Winter is wonderful. Nothing is better than curling up with a book in front of a crackling fire."

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