51 Bear Shadow Ridge
Highlands, NC 28741
4 Beds
5.5 Baths
4 Beds
5.5 Baths
(on 1.32 acres)
Local Information
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Description
Only two homes perch inside the gates of Bear Shadow Ridge with an unobstructed view of Whiteside Mountain, the valley below and the image of the Bear Shadow in the spring and in the fall. This home is an exquisite embodiment of quality features throughout with antique hardwood floors, a gourmet kitchen, the primary bedroom on the main level with an enormous walk-in closet with a washer and dryer, and a luxurious bath. The main home has three generous guest suites up with a bonus apartment with full bath over the three-car garage. A sunroom and an outdoor deck provide immediate enjoyment of the Whiteside Mountain and Bear Shadow view. The "overlook" sits below this property where most visitors risk their lives to see this amazing view and unprecedented "Bear Shadow" viewing twice each year. This legendary event is so popular it is the subject of commercials on YouTube. But if you own this home, you can safely sit on your deck or look at your window and see this miracle of nature. The immaculate grounds provide a level backyard to walk your furry child. Quiet sophistication and high-end taste describe this family home conveniently located halfway between Highlands and Cashiers where in ten minutes you can enjoy the amenities of both communities. Close to country clubs, you can join the one of your choosing subject to club approval.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from May 14, 2026
Home Highlights
Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago
Home Details for 51 Bear Shadow Ridge
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Interior Details Basement: Exterior Entry,Partial,ConcreteNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living RoomWet Bar |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms (full): 5Number of Bathrooms (half): 1 |
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Built-In Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Microwave, Trash Compactor, Wine Cooler, Warming DrawerDishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowave |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Heat Pump,Multi-FuelHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Heat Pump |
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace: Gas Log, Living Room, Stone, Wood BurningHas a Fireplace |
Gas & Electric Electric: Generator |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: Carpet, Tile, Wood |
View Has a ViewView: Mountain(s) |
Security Security: Security System, Gated Community |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: WoodPatio / Porch: Rear Porch, Covered, Deck, PorchFencing: FencedOther Structures: WorkshopExterior: Garden, ArborGarden |
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 3Number of Covered Spaces: 3No CarportHas a GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Circular Driveway,Driveway,Detached,Garage,Three Car Garage |
Frontage Not on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Septic Tank |
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Year Built Year Built: 2008 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Traditional |
Building Construction Materials: Frame, Stone, Wood SidingNot a New Construction |
Property Information Parcel Number: 7551947528 & 7551948644 |
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Price List Price: $4,299,000 |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Tue Sep 12 2023Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow |
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MLS Status: Closed |
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Direction & Address City: HighlandsCommunity: None |
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Community Features: Gated |
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Association for this Listing: Highlands Cashiers Board of RealtorsNo HOA |
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Lot Area: 1.32 Acres |
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Listing Terms: Cash |
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Lease Term: Other |
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BasementMls Number: 102173Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 8285268300Universal Property Id: US-37113-N-7551947528 & 7551948644-R-N |
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Gated |
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listed by Josephine Lovell
Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT
Bought with: Josephine Lovell, Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT
Originating MLS: Highlands Cashiers Board of Realtors
Source: HCMLS, MLS#102173
Price History for 51 Bear Shadow Ridge
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 09/13/2023 | $3,784,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 09/04/2023 | $4,299,000 | Pending | HCMLS #102173 |
| 08/15/2023 | $4,299,000 | Contingent | HCMLS #102173 |
| 05/22/2023 | $4,299,000 | Listed For Sale | HCMLS #102173 |
| 04/01/2015 | $1,500,000 | Sold | HCMLS #78977 |
| 03/22/2015 | $1,750,000 | Pending | Agent Provided |
| 08/30/2014 | $1,750,000 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 03/23/2014 | $1,995,000 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 11/16/2012 | $2,195,000 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 04/16/2012 | $2,485,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
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Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | $3,316 |
| Assessment | $1,105,390 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 51 Bear Shadow Ridge
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.51 | Single-Family Home | $2,048,500 | 01/15/26 | 4 | 5 | - | |
0.38 | Single-Family Home | $2,700,000 | 11/14/25 | 4 | 3.5 | - | |
0.55 | Single-Family Home | $4,800,000 | 12/31/25 | 4 | 5 | - | |
0.44 | Single-Family Home | $2,787,203 | 11/14/25 | 4 | 3.5 | - | |
0.56 | Single-Family Home | $1,735,000 | 09/19/25 | 3 | 3.5 | - | |
0.74 | Single-Family Home | $3,150,000 | 05/14/26 | 3 | 4.5 | - | |
0.67 | Single-Family Home | $2,400,000 | 01/09/26 | 3 | 4.5 | - | |
0.75 | Single-Family Home | $2,100,000 | 06/26/25 | 3 | 3.5 | - | |
0.72 | Single-Family Home | $2,200,000 | 08/13/25 | 3 | 3.5 | - | |
0.72 | Single-Family Home | $1,550,000 | 07/18/25 | 4 | 4.5 | - |
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6/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating Averageim a junior atm but im in the summer school we offer and its pretty good the teachers mostly care about your grades they dont really focus on one student all the time though its more thats one or 2 students that arent paying attention but i do enjoy going there its a good school in all honesty.Student Review4y ago - Highlands School
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- 599 Students
6/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageLots of disrespectful teachers, principal and everyone is more worried about your phone dropping out of your pocket and what the girls are wearing then if you get a quality education. I honestly cannot say anything good about this school except for about 5 teachers out of a lot. Librarian tells kids to shut up and yelled at us every time we went to get books. Kids sells lots of vapes and some weird stuff went down in the bathrooms that I can’t put online. WAYYY too concerned about girls clothes…it’s one thing if you’re wearing booty shorts but you would wear shorts that cover everything, and you have to change. PE favorites are always who is the best at the sports they play for them, not who actually tries. Only the curvy girls get dress codes btw, if you’re flat apparently they don’t care. A lockdown while I was there, lots of fights, kids making threats and posting about guns, etc. Crappy school.Other Review11mo ago - Macon Early College High School
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- 115 Students
6/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating Averagemec is one of my favourite schools that ive been to. sometimes the home works a little stressful but its great!Student Review6y ago - Mountain View Intermediate School
- 5-6
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- 567 Students
2/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageOddly, MVI has for the last couple of years had a policy of no homework. This doesn't seem like a good strategy for a school that is performing poorly in standardized tests in all subject areas. Additionally, it fails to prepare students who will be entering the middle school across the street where homework is given and expected to be completed. Another step in the wrong direction this year was the removal of grouping by academic level. Mixing all levels together in classes results in teachers having to teach to the middle in classes of mixed abilities and fails to help both students at the higher and lower ends of the spectrum.Parent Review6mo ago 
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What Locals Say about Highlands
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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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51 Bear Shadow Ridge, Highlands, NC 28741 is a 4 bedroom, 6 bathroom single-family home built in 2008. This property is not currently available for sale. 51 Bear Shadow Ridge was last sold on Sep 13, 2023 for $3,784,000 (12% lower than the asking price of $4,299,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 51 Bear Shadow Ridge is $3,879,400.