Southern Living Showcase Home: This Charming Cashiers, North Carolina, Mountain Home Has The Most Breathtaking Views

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By Cece Lesesne 

Published on January 29, 2025

Hidden away in the picture-perfect Saratay Falls community in Cashiers, North Carolina, this Southern Living Showcase Home offers a refreshing escape from city life. 

Built by Roane and Sherwin Loudermilk of Loudermilk Homes, members of the Southern Living Custom Builder Program, this three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath retreat brings the outdoors in.

Within earshot of a 40-foot waterfall, the home features floor-to-ceiling windows boasting breathtaking views of Terrapin and Little Terrapin Mountains.

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With an open floor plan ideal for family gathering, the heart of the home is found in the grand living room, the perfect spot for tackling a puzzle.

Through the living room, the kitchen feeds into the dining area, which opens through sliding glass doors to a spacious porch overlooking the mountain. Whether you’re savoring a quiet moment over a cup of coffee or catching up with friends around the fire-pit, the porch is designed for both reflection and connection.

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With a setting like this, the builder knew they would be remiss not to take full advantage of the incredible views. The Blue Ridge Mountains can be enjoyed from nearly every room—even the primary bath, where you can unwind in the bathtub while soaking in the scenery.

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This Showcase Home moves away from the traditional log cabin feel with high ceilings and an open interior, while preserving the cozy charm that defines mountain living.