17 Sunset Trace, Highlands NC
- 4 Bed
- 5 Bath
- 3272 ft2
- 0.5 ac
For Sale $2,995,000
Remarks:
Mountain Luxury Meets Club Lifestyle in Cullasaja Experience the very best of mountain living in this beautifully crafted four-bedroom residence within the prestigious Cullasaja Club, where timeless architecture, exceptional craftsmanship, and an unparalleled lifestyle come together. Designed for both everyday comfort and gracious entertaining, the home welcomes you with soaring vaulted and beamed ceilings anchored by a dramatic floor-to-ceiling native stone fireplace. Expansive windows frame peaceful mountain views while filling the great room with natural light, creating a warm and inviting gathering space. The thoughtfully designed floor plan offers four private ensuite bedrooms, including an exceptional primary suite featuring its own adjoining office and sunroom—a quiet retreat for reading, working remotely, or simply enjoying the changing seasons. The spacious kitchen is complemented by a convenient butler's pantry, providing abundant storage and effortless entertaining. Outdoor living is equally impressive. A private screened porch with its own stone fireplace invites year-round enjoyment, while the expansive rear deck overlooks beautifully landscaped grounds and the surrounding mountain scenery. Whether hosting family and friends or enjoying a peaceful morning coffee, every outdoor space has been designed to embrace the natural beauty of Highlands. Life in Cullasaja Club extends well beyond the home. Members enjoy one of the Highlands Plateau's premier private club experiences, centered around an Arnold Palmer-designed golf course, exceptional dining, tennis, croquet, wellness facilities, swimming, and an active calendar of social events—all set within one of the region's most picturesque mountain communities. The club is known for its welcoming atmosphere, personalized service, and generations of families returning each season to enjoy cool mountain summers and an exceptional quality of life. Just minutes from charming downtown Highlands, you'll enjoy award-winning restaurants, boutique shopping, art galleries, live theater, waterfalls, hiking trails, and countless outdoor adventures. Here, every day offers the opportunity to embrace the relaxed elegance that has made Highlands one of the Southeast's most sought-after mountain destinations. This is more than a beautiful home—it's an invitation to experience a mountain lifestyle where luxury, nature, and lifelong memories come together.
Interior Features:
Breakfast Bar, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Pantry
General Information:
| List Price: | $2,995,000 |
| Status: | For Sale |
| Bedrooms: | 4 |
| Type: | Single Family Residence |
| Approx Sq. Ft.: | 3272 sqft |
| Parking: | Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Faces Front |
| MLS Number: | CAR4403993 |
| Subdivision: | Cullasaja Club |
| Style: | Colonial, Traditional |
| Bathrooms: | 5 |
| Lot Description: | Private, Wooded, Views |
| Year Built: | 2001 |
| Sewer Type: | Private Sewer |
Assigned Schools:
| Elementary: | Unspecified |
| Middle: | Unspecified |
| High: | Unspecified |
Lane Yates
704-232-7238
Broker In Charge
Price & Sales History
| Date | Event | Price | $/SQFT |
| 08-13-2026 | Price Decrease | $2,995,000-14.43% | $916 |
| 07-21-2026 | Listed | $3,500,000 | $1,070 |
| 01-15-2026 | Price Decrease | $600,000-4.00% | $184 |
| 10-12-2025 | Listed | $625,000 | $192 |
Nearby Schools
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| School Name | Distance | Grades | Rating |
| Highlands School | 3 miles | KG-06 | 8 |
| Summit Charter School | 4 miles | KG-06 | 8 |
| Blue Ridge School | 4 miles | KG-06 | 2 |
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Properties For Sale Nearby
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| Street Address | Distance | Status | List Price | Days on Market |
| 17 Sunset Trace, Highlands NC | 0 mi | $2,995,000 | days | |
| 451 Crescent Trail, Highlands NC | 0.1 mi | $1,775,000 | days | |
| 174 Garnet Rock Trail, Highlands NC | 0.6 mi | $1,950,000 | days | |
| 692 Lost Trail, Highlands NC | 0.9 mi | $3,900,000 | days | |
| 70 Norton Court, Highlands NC | 1 mi | $5,250,000 | days | |
| 556 Shortoff Road, Highlands NC | 1.2 mi | $495,000 | days |
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| Down Payment Amount | $990,000 |
| Mortgage Amount | $3,960,000 |
| Monthly Payment (Principal & Interest Only) | $19,480 |
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| Total Monthly Payment | $20,941 |
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Property Listing Information
A Courtesy Listing Provided By MOUNTAIN LIFE REAL ESTATE, LLC
17 Sunset Trace, Highlands NC is a 3272 ft2 on a 0.510 acres lot. This is for $2,995,000. This has 4 bedrooms, 5 baths, and was built in 2001.
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