Description: Conveniently located between the quintessential mountain towns of Highlands and Cashiers, NC, this remarkable lakefront property spans 1.82 acres beneath Whiteside Mountain. Boasting more than 3,000 square feet, this 3BR/3BA sanctuary descends to Holly Berry Mountain Lake, one of only seven homes on its shores. Approaching along a tree-lined drive, rustic locust-cut railings and terraced landscaping guide you to ample parking for six cars. Wrap-around wood decking and towering stone portals welcome you and the central slate patio beckons. Inside, a great room with floor-to-ceiling windows reveals breathtaking forest and lake vistas. Warm wood floors, soaring ceilings, and a new gas stone fireplace adorn the space. The open plan effortlessly integrates the living, dining, and kitchen areas, which has granite countertops and ample cabinetry. A pantry and spacious laundry room lead to a front wraparound porch. The master bedroom features high ceilings, a walk-in closet, and a spa-like en suite bath. Another bedroom boasts an en suite bath and double door closet. Downstairs, guests enjoy a living room with lake views and access to an enclosed porch with heated tile flooring and a separate deck space. A third bedroom and full bath complete this level. Outdoors, a Trex dock invites fishing and leisure on the lake. Special features include a partial-house generator, 2023 HVAC system, gas fireplace, landscaped yard, and new plantings. The crawl space is fully encapsulated.