$390,000 Reduced -$20,000
8650 Highlands Highway
Mountain Rest, SC 29664
  • 5Beds
  • 4Full Baths
  • 2Half Baths
  • 5,500SqFt
  • N/AYear Built
  • 2.62Acres
  • MLS# 20295323
  • Residential
  • SingleFamilyResidence
  • Active

  • Approx Time on Market7 months, 15 days
  • Area207-Oconee County,sc
  • CountyOconee
  • Subdivision N/A

Overview

Mediterranean Style Retreat with 5 bedrooms, 4 full baths, two half baths, three levels on 2.62 acres, level yard with shade trees, landscape lighting, paver side walk, handicap ramp, sweet well water. The main level features foyer with sitting area, formal living room with organ stays, formal dining room, Library-Den-Family room has built in book cases with encyclopedia britanica books stays. Powder room-1/2 bath room, Breakfast area leads to the rear screened in porch, built in computer desk at the kitchen area, center island, older range, oven and range stay. Laundry room with sink and storage area leads to the large screened in back porch. Master on main with walk out deck, a garden tub, walk in shower, double vanities, large walk in closet. Upper level has another master with a walk out Juliet balcony, 3 closets, double vanities, tub and shower. There are 3 other large bedrooms with walk out decks and another full bath room. Office/study with executive desk stays. There are three balconies and three screened in porches. The lower level features two hot water heater rooms, work shop, recreational room with bar counter. buck stove, built in pizza oven, pool tables stays. Hair Salon room with 3 chairs and sink. Another full bath room located next to the Sana Spa Room. A powder room-1/2 bath with sink and toilet that needs fixing. Central vacuum storage is located under the lower stair case. Two car garage-remotes need replacing, Fenced back yard with a walk in well house with storage space. 2.62 acres level land, control free district-no restrictions. Circular driveway with shade trees. There is a place on both sides of the house to hook up two campers, one per side, running power and water from the house and use a dump tank to empty the tank on left side of house that is farther away from the septic tank on right side of the house. United County Fibers High Speed Internet service available. Buyers to verify everything of importance. Sold As Is ! Perfect for a Bed`n Breakfast ! Property has a ""Control Free"" Tax Map Number. No restrictions ! Short Sale Offers Welcome, Must have acceptable contract in place before September 7, 2026.



Agriculture / Farm

Association Fees / Info

Bathroom Info

Total Baths:  6

Main Level Bathrooms:  1

Main Level Bedrooms:  1

Fullbaths:  4

Halfbaths:  2

Bedroom Info

Beds:  5

Building Info

Levels:  ThreeOrMore

Stories:  3

Roof:  Architectural, Shingle

Foundation Details:  Basement

Construction Materials:  Other

Building Area Total:  5871

Cooling:  Yes

Exterior Features

Patio and Porch Features:  Balcony, Deck, FrontPorch, Patio, Porch, Screened

Door Features:  StormDoors

Exteriorfeatures

Exterior Features:  Balcony, Deck, HandicapAccessible, LandscapeLights, PavedDriveway, Porch, Patio, StormWindowsDoors

Fees / Restrictions

Financial

Special Conditions:  ShortSale

Garage / Parking

Parking Features:  Attached, Garage, Basement, CircularDriveway, Driveway, GarageDoorOpener

Attached Garage:  Yes

Garage:  Yes

Handicap

Accessibility Features:  LowThresholdShower

Interior Features

Interior Features:  WetBar, Bookcases, BuiltInFeatures, CeilingFans, CentralVacuum, DressingArea, DualSinks, Fireplace, GardenTubRomanTub, HandicapAccess, Intercom, LaminateCountertop, BathInPrimaryBedroom, MainLevelPrimary, MultiplePrimarySuites, SittingAreaInPrimary, Sauna, SeparateShower, UpperLevelPrimary, WalkInClosets, WalkInShower

Fireplace Features:  Multiple, WoodBurning

Flooring:  Carpet, Vinyl

Fireplace:  Yes

Internal Features

Laundry Features:  WasherHookup, ElectricDryerHookup, Sink

Lot Info

Lot Size Area Range High:  3.99

Lot Size Units:  Acres

Lotsize Area:  2.62

Lot Features:  GentleSloping, Level, NotInSubdivision, OutsideCityLimits, Sloped

Lot Size Area Range Low:  1

Acres:  2.62

Acreage Range:  1-3.99

Other

Property Info

Community Features:  ShortTermRentalAllowed

Style:  Contemporary

Basement:  Daylight, Full, Finished, GarageAccess, Heated, InteriorEntry, WalkOutAccess

Basement:  Yes

County:  Oconee

Room Info

Specialty Rooms:  BreakfastRoomNook, BonusRoom, DiningRoom, Laundry, Library, Office, Recreation, Workshop

Sqft Info

Sqft:  5500

Sqft Units:  SquareFeet

Sqft High:  5,999

Sqft Low:  5,500

Tax Info

Tax Year:  2024

Tax Amount Annual:  4239.98

Unit Info

Utilities / Hvac

Cool System:  HeatPump, AtticFan

Appliances:  DoubleOven, Dishwasher, ElectricOven, ElectricRange, ElectricWaterHeater, MultipleWaterHeaters, PlumbedForIceMaker

Water Source:  Private, Well

Heating:  Electric, HeatPump, WoodStove

Utilities:  ElectricityAvailable, Propane, SepticAvailable

Heating:  Yes

Sewer:  SepticTank

Waterfront / Water

Schools

Elem:  James M Brown Elem

Middle:  Walhalla Middle

High:  Walhalla High

Directions

Highway 28 to Highlands Highway, go 1.4 miles on right

Courtesy of Adrienne Hennes of Re/max Executive/greenville 

Featured Lender

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Aaron Brooks

Veterans United Home Loans

800-814-1103 x4116
[email protected]
http://veteransunited.com

Veterans United

Aaron Brooks is a Senior Loan Officer with Veterans United Home Loans. He focuses on closing loans efficiently and prioritizing customer satisfaction.  Aaron has been a Loan Officer with Veterans United for 11 years and has 21 years of industry experience. As a seasoned loan officer, his passion for work is matched only by his love for family and spending time outdoors. He is married to his devoted wife, Connie, and is the proud father of their daughter, Peyton.  

After earning his undergraduate degree from the University of Missouri, Aaron began his career in banking as a Mortgage Loan Officer, specializing in light commercial lending. His expertise and attention to detail led him to a management role, where he refined his analytical and customer service skills. Now, he is dedicated to helping veterans and their families navigate the complexities of homeownership, turning their dreams into a reality.  

Outside of work, Aaron enjoys spending time with his family and two dogs, Stan Lee and Lucy. He also likes golfing, working out in the yard, and attending sporting events. With his expertise in mortgage lending, Aaron looks forward to continuing to make a positive impact in the lives of the clients that he serves.

 Pre-Approval link:  https://my.veteransunited.com/get-approved/1003530           

 



Aaron Brooks​​​​
Senior Loan Officer, NMLS ID #1003530
800-814-1103 ext 4116
573-424-6947 (cell)

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Price & Status History (on coolmountainescapes.com since Sun, Dec 7th 2025)
  • Original Price: $441,000
  • Current Price: $390,000
  • Price Reduced: $51,000
Date ChangedFromTo
07/10/2026$410,000 $390,000 Reduced by $20,000
01/17/2026$430,000 $410,000 Reduced by $20,000
12/12/2025$441,000 $430,000 Reduced by $11,000
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