Vanessa Moore Realtor

07/09/2026

INVESTOR ALERT | Luxury STR Opportunity For Sale | Highlands, NC

Already proving itself as a successful short-term rental!
Welcome to Secret Waters at 685 Gold Mine Road, Highlands, NC, a one-of-a-kind mountain retreat where luxury meets investment potential.

📍 685 Gold Mine Road
Highlands, North Carolina
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💰Offered for $1,799,000

✨ Current Airbnb Highlights:
🏆 Top 5% of Homes on Airbnb
⭐ 5.0-Star Guest Rating
❤️ Guest Favorite
💰 Over $7,000 in June Bookings (with just two+ months of hosting)

This isn't just another mountain cabin; it's an unforgettable destination experience.

Imagine welcoming guests to:
💧 Their own private waterfall
🌉 Multiple bridges crossing rushing mountain streams
🏡 Architecturally inspired tower home
🌲 Five private acres
🎯 Swinging bridge & zip line
🌄 Spectacular mountain setting
💧 New Hot Tub with Waterfall Views

The Investment Gets Even Better...
✔️ Short-Term Rentals Allowed
✔️ New 2-Bedroom Septic Permit Already Approved Near the Detached Garage

The additional septic approval opens the door to expanding your investment with another guest cottage or luxury cabin, or to creating the ultimate family compound.

With today's travelers seeking experiences rather than mere accommodations, Secret Waters offers something that can't be replicated.

Whether you're looking for:
• An income-producing vacation rental
• A luxury mountain retreat
• A future family estate
• An investment with room to grow

Secret Waters delivers from day one.

📩 Contact us today for financial information, a private showing, or to learn why this extraordinary property is unlike anything else currently on the market.

Vanessa Moore, Realtor
828.421.152

Craig Berry, Realtor
828.342.1707

Highlands Sotheby’s International Realty

07/07/2026

07/06/2026

🏞️Incredible Opportunity Awaits in the Smoky Mountains!🏞️

Dreaming of owning a stunning mountain retreat? Now’s your chance! This is your opportunity to invest in a beautiful home in the Smoky Mountains and turn it into a thriving short-term rental (STR) property.

Imagine hosting guests year-round amid breathtaking scenery and serene natural beauty that attract visitors from all over. Whether you’re interested in cozy getaways or adventurous retreats, this area has it all!

🌲✨ Don't let this chance slip away! Dive into the world of mountain living and reap the rewards. Your dream property is just a message away!

2 Bed | 2 Bath | 10.47 Acres
Western-facing long-range mountain views
Offered at $599,000

📩 Contact us today for more information!
Vanessa Moore, Realtor
(828) 421-1852

Craig Berry Realtor
(828) 342-1707

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Highlands Sotheby's International Realty

06/29/2026

✨ Imagine ending your 4th of July like this…🎆🎇

From breathtaking long-range mountain views by day to a front-row seat for the fireworks by night, this home offers a lifestyle that’s hard to find.

Picture yourself relaxing on the front porch with your favorite drink, watching the mountains fade into sunset before the sky comes alive with fireworks, all from the comfort of home.

This isn’t just a mountain retreat…it’s your own private viewing box for some of the area’s most memorable nights.

📍 If you’ve been dreaming of mountain living with unforgettable views, let’s schedule your private tour today!

2 Bed | 2 Bath | 10.47 Acres
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Listed by:
Vanessa Moore, Realtor
828.421.1852

Craig Berry, Realtor
828.342.1707

Highlands Sotheby’s International Realty

06/10/2026

Introducing 1424 Dowdle Mountain Road in Franklin, NC

2 Bed | 2 Bath | 10.47 acres with vistas of Wayah Bald!

Your stunning mountain retreat awaits...Imagine waking up to these breathtaking views every day!!

Contact us today to schedule a showing today!
Vanessa Moore - Realtor
(828) 421-1852

Craig Berry Realtor
(828) 324-1707

06/09/2026

🔵Price Refresh🔵

Now offered at $240,000

This well-maintained and charming home has a new price! Don’t miss your opportunity to make this delightful place your “HOME!”

Contact me for more details or to schedule a showing today before it's too late!

Vanessa Moore - Realtor
(828) 421-1852
[email protected]

Highlands Sotheby's International Realty

06/04/2026

Check out this charming home conveniently located between Franklin, NC & Clayton, GA! Schedule your showing today before it’s too late! 🏠

📍34 Brooks Ln, Otto, NC
2 Bed | 1 Bath | .21 Acres
Offered for $249,900

Fresh Interior Paint Throughout | New Light Fixtures | Large Basement Workshop | Cedar Closet | Central HVAC | Open Floor Plan | Peaceful Setting

Contact me today to schedule a showing!

Listed by:
Vanessa Moore - Realtor
(828) 421-1852
[email protected]

Highlands Sotheby’s International Realty

06/03/2026

Join Craig Berry Realtor and me as we host this fun event!
Meet this months featured artist and see her creative art pieces, while sipping wines presented by the lovely Jennifer Smathers and snacking on charcuterie from One Wicker Cheese Co.

Can’t wait to see you there!🥂🧀 🖼️

Join us Friday evening, in collaboration with , for a meet and greet with artist Christie Taylor at our downtown Highlands office.⁠

Enjoy a relaxed evening and view a selection of her work on display.⁠

Friday, June 5
4:30pm to 6:00pm
114 N. 4th Street, Highlands⁠

Inspired by nature and the concept of meraki, leaving a piece of yourself in your work, Christie's paintings reflect a thoughtful and expressive approach to art. We invite you to stop by, meet the artist, and enjoy an evening surrounded by her beautiful creations.

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten.