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Record-Breaking $4.1M Sale is Most Expensive Home Ever Sold in Mitchell County

By PremierSIR - April 09, 2026
A 68-acre equestrian estate in Mitchell County has sold for $4,100,000, marking the highest residential sale on record in the county. The property at 1987 Rabbit Hop Road was represented by Leslie Young and Cheryl Cenderelli of Premier Sotheby’s International Realty’s Asheville office. The sale establishes a new benchmark for pricing in Mitchell County, where transactions above $3 million have h

Record Sale at The Cliffs at Walnut Cove: $9.5 Million Estate Sets Community Benchmark

By Premier SIR - March 30, 2026
A contemporary mountain estate in The Cliffs at Walnut Cove has sold for $9,500,000, setting a new record for the highest residential sale within the community. The property at 515 Cloud Top Way was represented by Mark Zilbert, global real estate advisor with Premier Sotheby’s International Realty’s Asheville office. Positioned along a ridgeline at elevations between 2,500 and 3,000 feet, the re

The Art of Home Staging in Luxury Real Estate

By Cindy Wu - March 20, 2026
In the world of luxury real estate, presentation is everything. High-end buyers aren’t simply purchasing a home; they’re investing in a lifestyle, a vision and an emotional experience. This is where professional home staging becomes a powerful, and often essential, tool. Staging transforms a property from a lived-in space into a curated showcase. It highlights architectural details, enhances flow

Treasure Island Records Highest Residential Sale of 2026 at $3.845 Million

By PremierSIR - March 09, 2026
Treasure Island has recorded its highest residential sale of 2026 with the $3,845,000 closing of 9546 West Gulf Boulevard. The transaction stands as the only property in Treasure Island to close above $3 million this year, distinguishing it within the broader 33706 coastal market, where the only other comparable sale occurred in neighboring St. Pete Beach. The Gulf-front residence was listed at $

Luxury Homes for Baseball Lovers

By Andrew Jarosh - February 20, 2026
If you enjoy the crack of the bat as much as you love owning a beautiful home, Florida and North Carolina offer a winning team. Baseball is woven into the lifestyle of both states. Florida’s spring training season drew nearly 1.5 million fans to 230 games last year. In North Carolina, the Charlotte Knights, Triple-A affiliate of the Chicago White Sox, welcomed more than 425,000 fans to Truist Fie

It’s the Season for Seasonal Homes

By Andrew Jarosh - January 26, 2026
Snowbirds far and wide are enjoying the weather and lifestyles in Florida and North Carolina, with January through March the peak time for vacationers and seasonal residents alike. Florida's snowbird season sees up to a million part-time residents, boosting population by 5%, while North Carolina attracts snowbirds seeking milder winters than the Northeast, with even some Floridians relocating part

Inside the $2.725M Frank Lloyd Wright–Inspired Modern Mountain Masterpiece

By Premier SIR - December 12, 2025
A striking expression of modern mountain architecture has entered the market with the debut of 820 Laurel Ridge Drive, a 6,155-square-foot residence perched above the fairways of Laurel Ridge Country Club in Western North Carolina. Offered at $2,725,000, the home is represented exclusively by Jennifer Campbell Overbeeke of Premier Sotheby’s International Realty’s Asheville office. Located in Hayw

Premier Sotheby’s International Realty to Represent The Island at West Bay by Kolter Urban

By PremierSIR - December 08, 2025
Premier Sotheby’s International Realty has been appointed as the exclusive representative for The Island at West Bay, a landmark new development by Kolter Urban within the coveted West Bay Club community. Spearheading sales efforts, in collaboration with the brokerage’s New Development Division, are global real estate advisors Katie Brady and Beth Ann Bruner. This project marks the latest collabo

Fall: The Hidden Gem Season for Homebuyers

By Andrew Jarosh - November 07, 2025
When it comes to buying a home, spring tends to get all the attention but savvy buyers know fall may be the best-kept secret in luxury real estate. With fewer buyers in the market and sellers motivated to close before year-end, fall presents a strategic opportunity for customers in Florida and clients in North Carolina alike. The pace is calmer, the competition is lighter and the potential for fa

This 47-Acre Private Retreat in North Carolina Has a Pool Pavilion, Grand Social Barn and Spring-Fed Ponds

By Premier SIR - October 23, 2025
Spanning 47.3 serene acres in Monroe, North Carolina, Heartland Springs Farm has officially entered the market for $4.2 million. Represented exclusively by Julie Breedlove of Premier Sotheby's International Realty's Charlotte office, this newly completed estate at 1619 Ellis Belk Farm Road is the culmination of a five-year vision to create the ultimate private lifestyle retreat. Designed for b

The Art of Southern Hosting: 7 Homes Where Hospitality Meets High Design

By Cindy Wu - August 01, 2025
Southern hospitality is more than a tradition; it's an art form. At the heart of every luxury gathering is intention, the desire to create joy, foster connection, and celebrate milestones. A truly exceptional home provides not just the backdrop, but the means to do so with ease, elegance, and personal style. These expertly curated homes do more than impress — they embrace, inspire and captivate li

Six Homes That Celebrate The Return of Vintage Design

By Madison Musico - July 24, 2025
In today’s digitally driven world, design is circling back to what feels tactile, soulful and storied. As our lives grow increasingly fast-paced and screen-based, homeowners are rediscovering the emotional richness of vintage design — a return not just to old styles, but to meaningful living. In 2025, vintage is not a fleeting trend — it’s a cultural response to a collective craving. As Vogue not

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