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- MLS#94878
- TypeLand
- CountyMACON
- CityHighlands
- AreaHighlands In-Town
- Zip28741
- StyleLand
- Price$ 8,200,000
- Bedrooms0
- Full Bathrooms0
- Half Bathrooms0
- Lot Size11.77 Acres
Listing Provided Courtesy Of:
HIGHLANDS SOTHEBYS INTL RLTY - DT OFFICE
Property Description
In 1980 the orignal "Rainwater" home burned to the ground. Like a phoenix rising from the ashes, in the early 1980's Frank Smathers purchased the property and built his luxury home on the very same foundation. As you entered the driveway into the meticulously manicured landscape you were surrounded by rhododendrons forming an archway up the circle drive leading you to the front entryway. You entered through the heavy copper and bronze front doors into a high ceiling entryway clade with crystal chandeliers and a winding staircase encompassed by a beautiful and colorful hand painted Guohua leading your eye to the second level. But it was when you entered the main gathering space, anchored by a huge stone fireplace and a semi-circle of glass windows that you became breathless looking out over the Blue Ridge Mountains as far as one could see. Music and laughter roared through the rhododendrons and mountain laurels that surrounded the Rainwater-Smathers estate on those nights. You knew you had officially arrived in Highlands if you were invited to attend one of the Smathers' elaborate parties. While the house is no longer atop the mountain, you now have a glimpse into the history of one of Highlands most famed and cherished properties. It's time for you to start creating new memories and a legacy among one of the most prized flat plateaus in Highlands. The estate still features a stone observation tower to take in the views from all angles or star gaze as you begin your dream creating and building your very own estate. This is the last undeveloped acreage close to downtown Highlands and this property can be subdivided into 7 lots! Call for a tour of this great historical land with limitless views and opportunity.
Price History | |
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10/5/2020 | Listed $8,200,000 |
General Features
City Limits | 1 |
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Community Amenities | Gated Access, Paved Access, Picnic Area |
County | Macon |
Elevation | 3501-4000 |
Listing Area | Highlands In-Town |
Listing Type | Land |
Remarks | In 1980 the orignal Rainwater home burned to the ground. Like a phoenix rising from the ashes |
Status | Active |
Status | Active |
Street Name | Hudson Road |
Township | Highlands |
View | Exceptional, Long, Mountain, Panoramic, Year Round |
Water | Public |
Interior Features
Photo Count | 38 |
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Exterior Features
Latitude | 35.04110333 |
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Listing Office Name | HIGHLANDS SOTHEBYS INTL RLTY - DT OFFICE |
Longitude | -83.21921 |
Lot Dimensions | 11.77 |
Sewer/Septic | Septic Tank, Septic Permit |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Master On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool