“Hey, come on in! Sit wherever you like,” calls the amiable bartender. It’s 5 PM and eager patrons pour into Highlands Tavern. The next visitor is greeted by name as Chef Kim Vos bustles through the dining room and recognizes one of her regulars. Tables begin to fill rapidly, even though the restaurant has just opened for the evening. As servers joke with their customers, it’s readily apparent that everyone knows one another. It was on this Monday that I found my new favorite haunt.

The Outlander series of novels by Diana Gabaldon begins in the Highlands of 18th-century Scotland and winds its way to the New World, where the cast of characters eventually settles in North Carolina.

In the heart of Western North Carolina, a common thread weaves through local heritage, one that resonates with the vestiges of Scottish ancestry. “I’m part Scottish!” is a declaration worn with pride, a testament to the deep-rooted connection many North Carolinians share with the rugged landscapes and rich traditions of Scotland.

With a focus on building relationships, providing top-notch service, and staying current on the latest industry trends, Silver Creek broker Cassie Neal presents herself as an expert on local real estate. A congenial personality combined with depth of experience clearly serves her well.

Jochen Lucke, Founder and CEO of Silver Creek Real Estate Group, was accompanied by several of Silver Creek’s brokers — Parker Anderson, Julia Tatum Banner, Katie Nicholson, and Riva Smith — at the annual conference of Leading Real Estate Companies of the World and Luxury Portfolio International. 

Together, the exclusive combination of golf, amenities, and direct lake access at Trillium Links and Lake Club embodies the essence of mountain living at its finest.

Outdoorsmen who arrive on the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau this Spring will be greeted by a brand new Brookings Anglers store on Cashiers Lake, with a grand opening planned for May 11.

Culture vultures descended upon downtown Highlands, North Carolina, from May 17-19 to savor the varied delights of the town’s inaugural High Style event. Described as “a celebration of art, cuisine, [...]

As one of the most lauded arts festivals in the United States, Spoleto promises to enrich the cultural landscape of Charleston with world-class performances and creative energy from May 22 to June 9. 

Embrace the perfect blend of mountain luxury and classic style with this expansive home on 1.15 acres in the renowned High Hampton community. 

Since its inception in 1999, the Highlands Performing Arts Center (PAC) has entertained the town’s residents and visitors with a comprehensive schedule of live theatrical productions and concerts each year.

Your Plateau Concert Series Lineup — Groovin on The Green, Friday Night Live, Saturdays on Pine, Bear Shadow, Bel Canto, and The Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival.

What is luxury? Like all enigmatic ideas, luxury itself encompasses much more that is unseen and nearly indescribable; the context of the word is ubiquitous to all and yet evokes a unique feeling in each of us. 

A plethora of services can elevate the travel experience, from avoiding the torture of endless lines to the comfort of an exclusive lounge in which to sip a solitary beverage or engage in conversation with a new-found friend.

In a remote location, safety becomes of paramount importance. In addition to stunning landscapes and a wealth of entertainment and dining options, the Plateau is blessed with abundant resources to promote the security and well-being of its residents. 

he mountain towns of Highlands and Cashiers provide their residents and visitors with unparalleled experiences, both indoors and out. But what of their furry best friends; must they stay at home and miss all of the fun? Definitely not! The Highlands-Cashiers Plateau is paws-itively welcoming to canines and their owners, offering up a smorgasbord of services, shopping, and outdoor adventure. 

In the dynamic field of real estate marketing, first impressions carry a significant impact. Beyond mere curb appeal, home buyers need to attach emotionally to a property, imagine themselves living there, and feel confident that, “this is the one.” 

Unfortunately, potential buyers often struggle to visualize the potential of an empty space or a home in need of renovation. Enter our in-house virtual staging department at Silver Creek Real Estate Group...

Beyond the traditional restaurant environment, the allure of having a skilled chef create restaurant-quality meals within the comfort of one’s home appeals to those who desire privacy, personalized meals, and a unique event customized to their tastes. 

Drawn to the Blue Ridge Mountains by breathtaking scenery and a deep affinity for nature, area homeowners often wish to expand their living space into the great outdoors. In the mountains, many of life’s best moments are lived on trails, at the edges of cliffs, or even just in one’s own backyard, with a soundtrack of a trickling stream or roaring waterfall playing in the background. 

There is no shortage of private communities centered around an outdoor lifestyle on the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau, but not all of them feature an 18-hole golf course awarded four-and-a-half stars by Golf Magazine. Nor do they all include access to Lake Glenville, said to be the highest-elevation lake east of the Mississippi River. At Trillium Links and Lake Club, members can enjoy the best of both golfing and lake experiences.