A timeless treasure steeped in history
Overlooking Whiteside Mountain, the rolling hills of Cashiers Valley and the mesmerizing mountains beyond, stands a timeless treasure, steeped in history and familial love. Nestled on 4.18 acres behind old-growth rhododendrons and tall trees, a majestic 1938 3BR/2.5BA farmhouse echoes with generations past. Tom and Theresa Cook of Palm Beach, Florida, were drawn to Highlands' mild summers and tranquil settings, thus becoming the stewards of this cherished summer residence in 1939, creating warm family memories and traditions. Grandmother Cook found her greatest delight in hearing the pitter-patter of feet filling the halls and grounds each summer. Memories woven into the fabric of the home have endured through five generations. In the early days, before progress reached Whiteside Mtn Road, the ridge stood as a testament to nature's untouched beauty. Only five houses stood, connected by winding pathways, where residents roamed and mingled freely. The landscape was a playground of discovery, where garnets laid scattered waiting to be unearthed and carried by jarfuls to Mr. Gellen at the Gem Shop and the jeep-led tram ferrying hikers to Whiteside Mtn drove by. Over time, the main house evolved w/ the additions of the dining room, kitchen, and carport and two two bed/one bath guest houses. The wormy chestnut paneling and detailing in the dining room were transported from Moultrie, Georgia, after a family friend found the wood for the Cooks. It wonderfully coordinated with the existing chestnut walls, paneling and detailing throughout the interior of the home. "Ridgecrest" was a local showpiece, featured in House and Garden magazine w/postcards of it and its view sold locally at Doc Mitchell's drug store and Potts Grocery. Notable guests included a couple, tied to the Manhattan Project, who were seeking solace during World War II. The dining room sideboard, that remains in the home today, was a thank you gift for the engineer's worrisome visit. Today, this homestead remains a sanctuary of love and timeless connection-a testament to the human spirit.

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