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1406 Falls Drive West, Highlands, NC, 28741

7beds
9baths
--sqft
$9,975,000
--price/sqft
$60,913/moest. monthly cost
$2,436,520/yrincome needed

About This Home

The ultimate in luxury and amenities in the Highlands and Cashiers area: over 9000 heated and cooled square feet, 7 bedrooms all with en-suite baths and walk-in closets, 2 half baths, 2000-bottle wine cellar, separate wine tasting room, gun/safe room, sauna/massage room, golf simulator room, workout room, theater, billiard room, bourbon tasting room/speak easy, gourmet kitchen with the highest end appliances, 7 fireplaces, 3 decks with 2400 square feet of outdoor living space with dual fireplaces on each level, outdoor/summer kitchen, 3-car garage, 2 large staff/guest suites, dedicated office, keeping room, lodge room, separate dining room, library/study, soundproofed grandchildren’s suite with playroom, separate full bath and snack bar, incredible master suite, natural granite/stone countertops throughout, hardwood floors, all tile floors heated, all custom cabinets, 4 stories with elevator servicing each floor, 2 laundry rooms with 3 top of the line washer/dryer sets total, incredible mountain views from all levels and all decks, dog-washing and grooming area, heated and cooled 3-car garage with non-slip epoxy floors, electric vehicle charger, full-house propane generator, 2-500 gallon propane tanks owned by the homeowner, security/fire/internet, community water and sewer, incredible established manicured golf, tennis, pickle ball, croquet, pool, clubhouse, though membership is not required, on 13th hole of golf course with direct access from lot to golf course, 24-hour staffed security gated community, incredible wildlife including the Nantahala National Forest extending into the development, elevation of over 4000 feet.

Getting Around

1
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
9
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

6/10
Highlands SchoolGrades K-121.6 mi
6/10
Macon Middle SchoolGrades 7-812.3 mi

Construction

Condition

  • New construction: Yes
  • Year built: 2026

Materials

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction materials: Asphalt,Attic/Crawl Hatchway(s) Insulated,Batts Insulation,Frame,Concrete,Stone,Wood Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Traditional
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Built-In Electric Oven,Built-In Gas Range,Built-In Refrigerator,Dryer,Dishwasher,ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances,ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher,ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer,ENERGY STAR Qualified Freezer,ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator,ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer,ENERGY STAR Qualified Water Heater,Electric Water Heater,Built-In Freezer,Disposal,Ice Maker,Microwave,Range,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliance(s),Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Laundry features: Washer Hookup,Dryer Hookup,ElectricDryer Hookup,Laundry Room

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Encapsulated,Finished,Concrete

Bathroom1

  • Level: Main

Bathroom2

  • Level: Main

Bathroom3

  • Level: Lower

Bathroom4

  • Level: Lower

Bathroom5

  • Level: Lower

Bathroom5

  • Level: Lower

Bedroom1

  • Level: Main

Bedroom2

  • Level: Main

Bedroom3

  • Level: Lower

Bedroom4

  • Level: Lower

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 7
  • Bathrooms: 9
  • Full bathrooms: 7
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 2

Dining Room

  • Level: Main

Exercise Room

  • Level: Lower

Family Room

  • Level: Lower

Features

  • Beamed Ceilings,Wet Bar,Breakfast Bar,Bookcases,Ceiling Fan(s),Chandelier,Crown Molding,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Separate/Formal Dining Room,Entrance Foyer,Eat-in Kitchen,Elevator,Granite Counters,High Ceilings,His and Hers Closets,High Speed Internet,Kitchen Island,Multiple Closets,Pantry,Recessed Lighting,Sound System
  • Flooring: Carpet,Ceramic Tile,Hardwood,Terrazzo,Tile,Wood
  • Number of fireplaces: 7
  • Fireplace features: Double Sided,Family Room,Gas Log,Great Room,Living Room,Recreation Room
  • Fireplace: Yes

Game Room

  • Level: Lower

Great Room

  • Level: Lower

Gym

  • Level: Lower

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Central,Gas,Zoned
  • Cooling features: Central Air,Ceiling Fan(s),Electric,ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment,Zoned

Kitchen

  • Level: Main

Laundry

  • Level: Main

Library

  • Level: First

Living Room

  • Level: Main

Loft

  • Level: Upper

Master Bathroom

  • Level: Main

Master Bedroom

  • Level: Main

Media Room

  • Level: Lower

Mud Room

  • Level: Main

Office

  • Level: Lower

Recreation

  • Level: Upper

Sauna

  • Level: Lower

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: None

Details

  • Parcel number: 7550045510
  • Zoning description: Residential

Features

  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Stories: 3
  • Pool features: Association,Community
  • Patio & porch: Rear Porch,Deck,Balcony
  • Exterior features: Built-in Barbecue,Balcony,Barbecue,Outdoor Grill,Outdoor Kitchen,Propane Tank - Owned
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Golf Course,Mountain(s)
  • Waterfront features: None
  • Topography of land: Sloping
  • Living area range: 5001+

Lot

  • Lot size: 1.05 Acres
  • Features: Sloped Down,On Golf Course,Many Trees,Views,Wooded

Parking

  • Total spaces: 3
  • Parking features: Asphalt,Attached,Driveway,Garage Faces Front,Garage,Three Car Garage,Garage Door Opener,Gated,Heated Garage,Inside Entrance,Kitchen Level,Lighted,Paved,Storage,Workshop in Garage
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 3
  • Covered spaces: 3

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveVery High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormRelatively High
  • Landslide
    LandslideRelatively High
  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Inland Flooding
Ice Storm
Landslide
Lightning
Tornado
Hail
Strong Wind
Winter Weather

FEMA Declared Disasters in Macon County and North Carolina

Flood
Hurricane
Mud Landslide
Severe Storm
Tropical Depression
Tropical Storm
Winter Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $50,439$605,268
Home Insurance *$7,033$84,396
Property Taxes $3,241$38,892
Electricity $200$2,405
Total$60,913$730,956
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$2,088,445/yr
40% on housing$1,827,390/yr
45% on housing$1,624,346/yr

North Carolina FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 235,990Commercial: 10,165
Total Premiums$278.20M
Total Exposure$57.33B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 9.8%
9.8%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 4.0%
4.0%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 6.4%
6.4%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

--This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 28741$1,482
Macon County$518

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 28741
Macon County$264

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-04-04Listed for sale$9,975,000

New Construction

AgentJoe Deckman
BrokerageHighlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT

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