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17 Sunset Trace, Highlands, NC 28741 - Photo 1

$3.5M

4 Beds · 5 Baths · 5,166 Sqft

Active
17 Sunset Trace, Highlands, NC 28741 - Photo 1

$3.5M

4 Beds · 5 Baths · 5,166 Sqft

Active
17 Sunset Trace, Highlands, NC 28741 - Photo 2
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Active1 Days on Market$678/sqftListed Jul 15, 2026MLS# CAR4403993

17 Sunset Trace, Highlands, NC 28741

$3.5M · 4 bd · 5 ba · 5166 sqft

About This Property

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.

Location

17 Sunset Trace, Highlands, NC 28741

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Property Details

Overview

Property TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built2001
Lot Size0.51 Acres
Stories/LevelsOne and One Half

Interior

Bedrooms4
Bathrooms (Full)4
Bathrooms (Half)1
Total Rooms10
Sqft5,166
HeatingForced Air
Cooling / A/CCeiling Fan(s), Central Air
FlooringCarpet, Tile, Wood

Exterior

Garage Spaces2
ExteriorCedar Shake, Stone
FoundationCrawl Space
RoofWood

Financial

List Price$3.5M
HOA/Maintenance$6,024/yr
Original Price$3.5M

Location

Address17 Sunset Trace, Highlands, NC 28741
NeighborhoodCullasaja Club
CityHighlands
CountyMacon
StateNC
Zip28741

Listed by MOUNTAIN LIFE REAL ESTATE, LLC · doug@mountainlifere.com MLS# CAR4403993

Listings courtesy of Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 07/27/2026, 04:03:26 PM. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Some IDX listings have been excluded from this website.

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Founder of Luxury Communities and a seasoned luxury real estate advisor in Asheville and Western North Carolina. Brian specializes in private gated communities, luxury estates, and second-home destinations, with a strategic and technology-driven approach to matching buyers with the right communities and opportunities.

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