169 Shelby Dr, Highlands, NC 28741

Property Description

Located less than a mile from downtown in the highly desirable Shelby Place community, this beautifully appointed home offers the perfect combination of in-town convenience, luxury, and peaceful mountain living. Residents enjoy community pickleball courts and bocce ball while being just minutes from shopping, dining, and all that downtown has to offer. Surrounded by professionally designed landscaping, the home is nestled in a tranquil setting where a picturesque creek, lush gardens, and frequent hummingbird visits create a private outdoor oasis. Multiple outdoor living spaces invite you to relax and entertain, including creekside seating where you can enjoy the soothing sounds of flowing water in a peaceful, quiet environment. Inside, the thoughtfully designed floor plan offers exceptional comfort and quality throughout. The main level features a spacious primary suite with a luxurious spa-inspired bath complete with a soaking tub, walk-in shower, and double vanity. The laundry room and attached garage are conveniently located on the main level, and the garage has been upgraded with a Tesla EV charger. One of the home's most inviting spaces is the enclosed upper-level porch, offering comfortable outdoor seating and a stunning outdoor fireplace—perfect for enjoying cool mountain evenings year-round. The lower level is equally impressive, featuring beautiful hardwood stairs that leads into a spacious family room designed for gathering with family and friends. Bedroom two offers the privacy of its own en-suite bath with a walk-in shower and direct access to the outdoor deck. A generously sized third bedroom provides comfortable accommodations for family or guests. This meticulously maintained home has been extensively upgraded with premium features, including a whole-house generator with a new oversized propane tank, an Aqua Sana whole-house water filtration system, Hunter Douglas PowerView motorized shades, two new televisions, professionally designed landscaping and hardscaping, a custom privacy fence, three Ring security cameras with integrated floodlights, a hot water heater booster and numerous thoughtful improvements throughout.This is an exceptional turnkey opportunity for buyers seeking a move-in-ready mountain home.