723 N Highland Road, Mill Spring, NC
$1,475,000 · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths · 1,956 sq ft · built 2005
Listing courtesy of Century 21 Blackwell & Company Realty (Jessica Wilson). Listing data provided by Canopy MLS, deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
About the home
Experience refined mountain living in this authentic log cabin estate, gracefully set on 28 private acres within the prestigious Lake Adger community. A rare offering, this property delivers true seclusion and serenity—where your views, your land, and your peace are protected, free from concern over future neighboring development. Perfectly positioned to capture breathtaking long-range mountain views, this thoughtfully updated home blends timeless craftsmanship with modern comfort. Rich wood interiors, soaring ceilings, and expansive windows invite the natural beauty indoors, creating a warm yet elevated retreat. Bright's Creek meanders through the property, enhancing the sense of tranquility and providing a picturesque backdrop to this extraordinary setting. Complementing the main residence, a detached three-car garage features beautifully appointed secondary living quarters above—rustic, inviting, and ideal for hosting guests, accommodating extended family, or creating a private retreat space. Located within the highly sought-after Lake Adger community, residents enjoy access to miles of scenic trails, equestrian paths, and lake access, all just minutes from the charming towns of Lake Lure, Chimney Rock, Tryon & Columbus. Just minutes from TIEC. This is more than a home—it’s a legacy property offering unmatched privacy, natural beauty, and refined mountain living.
Price in context
- Asking $754 per square foot.
- That is 36% above the $554 median across 24 active $1.5M+ homes in Mill Spring.
- 17th highest asking price of 24 active $1.5M+ homes in Mill Spring.
- 20th largest by living area of the 21 with a recorded size.
- Reduced $70,000 (4.5%) from the original $1,545,000 asking price.
- 82 days on the market, listed 2026-04-17.
- County tax assessment $768,343; the asking price is 1.92× the assessed value.
Location
Neighborhood: Lake Adger North Highland Farms, Polk County, ZIP 28756.
Assigned schools
- Elementary: Polk Central
- Middle: Polk
- High: Polk
School assignments come from the listing and can change; confirm with the district.
Features
- Style
- Cabin, Rustic
- Levels
- Two and a Half
- Construction
- Log
- Roof
- Architectural Shingle
- Bathrooms
- 3 full
- Basement
- Bath/Stubbed, Daylight, Exterior Entry, Full, Unfinished, Walk-Out Access, Walk-Up Access
- Fireplace
- Yes
- Interior
- Built-in Features, Open Floorplan, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring
- Wood
- Kitchen & appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Wall Oven, Washer/Dryer
- Heating
- Electric
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Garage
- 3 spaces
- Parking
- Detached Garage
- Exterior
- Fire Pit
- Waterfront
- Boat Slip – Community
- View
- Mountain(s), Year Round
- Lot
- Cul-De-Sac, Hilly, Private, Sloped, Creek/Stream, Views, Wooded
- County
- Polk
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- 1194 Palmer Road, Mill Spring — $5,225,000, 2 bd, 1,036 sq ft, 0.8 mi away
- 1194 Palmer Road, Mill Spring — $5,225,000, 0.8 mi away
- 788 E Deep Gap Farm Road, Mill Spring — $3,224,000, 4 bd, 3,224 sq ft, 1.2 mi away
- 153 Glenn Court, Mill Spring — $1,450,000, 4 bd, 2,636 sq ft, 1.3 mi away
- 73 Jackson Ridge Lane, Mill Spring — $1,299,999, 4 bd, 2,041 sq ft, 1.3 mi away
- 1 Jackson Ridge Lane, Mill Spring — $1,169,999, 4 bd, 2,186 sq ft, 1.4 mi away
See it privately
Nicholas and Miriam Peters show every home personally. Peters & Associates, 4401 Barclay Downs Dr #132, Charlotte, NC 28209. Office 704-264-4572. Request a private showing.