Auction Type: Live auction with online simulcast bidding
Auction Date/Time: Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at 12:00 pm
Open House Dates/Times:
- Tuesday, February 11, 2025 from 10:00 am until auction time
Virtual Tour: 303 Cherokee Hills Drive Matterport Walk Through
Home Information:
303 Cherokee Hills Drive in Pickens, SC, is nestled on over five acres of serene privacy in the beautiful Cherokee Hills area. This stunning property offers the perfect retreat. Surrounded by nature, with wildlife like deer and even bear frequently spotted, this home is a rare find for those seeking tranquility and connection to the outdoors.
Main Living Space
Spanning approximately 2,723 square feet, this home boasts 1,800 square feet on the main floor and 923 square feet in the finished basement. The main living area features a stone masonry fireplace, vaulted ceilings, and built-in bar—a warm and inviting space perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The kitchen includes a charming built-in bench in the breakfast area, ideal for cozy mornings. The adjacent mudroom/laundry room, with ample cabinetry, a utility sink, and space for an extra refrigerator, also connects directly to the attached two-car garage. Bonus: there’s a special train room in progress for hobby enthusiasts!
Owner’s Suite
The spacious owner’s suite is a private haven, complete with cozy window seats and a generous walk-in closet. The ensuite bathroom features a jetted tub, separate shower, dual sinks, and a private water closet, offering both luxury and practicality.
Finished Basement
The lower level is designed with versatility in mind. It includes three additional bedrooms and two full bathrooms, offering plenty of space for family or guests. One bedroom includes its own ensuite bathroom, attached library, and private entrance, making it perfect for a guest suite or home office.
Outdoor Living & Additional Features
Enjoy the peaceful surroundings from two expansive decks or the screened porch, perfect for sipping coffee or hosting gatherings. The property also includes “The Barn,” a detached outbuilding with limitless potential. Heated and cooled, with electricity and running water, it has been used as a workshop and sewing room but can be transformed to suit your needs. This exceptional property is a gem in Pickens, combining modern comforts with natural beauty and ample opportunities for creativity!
Home Details at a Glance:
- 4 BR/3.5 BA
- 2,723 Total SF
- 1,800 SF on the main floor
- 923 SF in the basement
- Approximately 5.3 Acre Wooded Lot
Important Information: THIS IS A REAL ESTATE AUCTION LISTING. Subject to prior sale - if a contract is accepted before the auction, the auction will be canceled. This property will be available for sale at public auction on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at 12:00 p.m., preview begins at 10:00 a.m. This is not a foreclosure; the new owner will receive a clear title at closing. This property is selling AS-IS with NO contingencies.
Agents: Written offers before the auction will be submitted to the seller. Subject to prior sale - if an offer is accepted prior to the auction, the auction will be cancelled.
Ways to Make This Home Yours:
- Make an offer ahead of the auction: This can only be done through a written offer submitted to our company. You can do this with or without a real estate agent. If your offer is accepted, we will cancel this auction.
- Bid online: Our system makes bidding easy from anywhere in the world. Use the bidding site link on this page and submit your bids before or during the live auction from your computer or mobile device.
- Bid onsite: Just like any live auction... you can attend in person and place your bids onsite at the property location.
Contact Information:
- Nichole Zales, Real Estate Salesperson - 864-843-5919
- Darron Meares, BIC - 864-642-2196
SC Auction Firm License 4109
Internet Premium: 11%
Participation Requirements: Valid Credit Card required for bidding approval
Payment Instructions: We accept wire transfers, cash, or cashier checks only for real estate purchases. An 11% online buyer's premium will be added to all sales conducted via BidWrangler. You will be notified at the end of the auction via email with your settlement sheet noting all purchases and the amount due. All deposits and signed contracts must be in within 48 hours of auction end time unless otherwise noted.
Currency Type: USD
Shipping Instructions: Real Estate payments must be in the offices of Meares Property Advisors, Inc. within 48 hours of the close of bidding. Contracts will be hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed to the buyer(s), at the auction company's discretion. For those mailing in cashier checks or signed contracts, we ask that you use the following address for overnight shipping:
Darron Meares
c/o Meares Property Advisors, Inc
315 Eastview Road Pelzer, SC 29669
Preview Date & Times: Contact our office at 864-947-2000 (extension 0) to check preview times for each auction.
Checkout Date & Times: You will be notified at the end of Auction via email with your settlement sheet noting all purchases and amount due. This invoice will serve as the billing amount that is charged.
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Special Terms
(Please view the complete listing at www.MPA-SC.com for auction terms specific to this property.)
1. Each property is offered under the specific terms and conditions provided on our company website (www.MPA-SC.com). Please read and review the information here and on our website thoroughly before bidding on any property. The purchase contract includes this language and adopts the Terms and Conditions. If you have not read and reviewed the auction brochure or do not completely accept the terms and conditions - Do Not Bid.
2. Terms: We require a nonrefundable earnest money deposit in the form of a certified check, cash, or wire transfer within 48 hours of the close of the auction, with the balance of the purchase price due at closing. Purchaser shall be responsible for all wire transfer fees. Closing will take place within thirty (30) days after the close of the auction, unless otherwise noted.
3. There will be a buyer's premium added to the bid price to arrive at the final contract price. Example: A bid price of $100,000 plus an 11% buyer’s premium equals a contract purchase price of $111,000. Buyers' premiums will vary from auction to auction and will be listed in the terms and conditions page for each auction. All online-only auctions are cash sales unless otherwise specified and are not contingent on or subject to financing, appraisal, survey, or inspections of any kind, as agreed to by bidders at registration before bidding and specified in the auction brochure.
3a. Seller(s) will pay property taxes to date of closing, for any outstanding liens, any homeowner association dues, and for an infestation letter on properties requiring one.
3b. Buyer(s) pay all closing costs except those listed in 3a. These include, but are not limited to, attorney fees, deed preparation, deed stamps, mortgages, mortgage points, surveys, delivery fees, or any other fee or expense on their side of the transaction.
4. Extended Bidding: Our timed online auctions are based on a specified start day and time and all lots will begin closing at a specified time. We utilize an auto-extend feature. Any bid placed in the final minutes of an auction will cause the auction ending to be automatically extended from the time the bid was placed. For example: if an auction scheduled to close at 6:00 receives a bid at 5:59, and the extended bidding time for that auction is 2 minutes, the close time will automatically extend. The auto extends feature remains active until no further bids are received within the specified time frame. Auction company employees and/or Auction Company may bid on auction items.
5. Under the Uniform Commercial Code there are two types of auctions: Absolute and with reserve. Unless an auction or lot(s) are noted as ABSOLUTE all lots will sell with reserve – subject to seller confirmation of the high bid.
6. Acceptance of Bid Prices: Successful bidder(s) will be required to enter into a purchase agreement immediately following the close of the auction. Meares Property Advisors, Inc. and or the listing agent will make arrangements to immediately meet with the successful bidder or e-mail documents to be executed and faxed or e-mailed back to Meares and or the listing agent within 48 hours of the end of the auction. Bidder(s) will also sign an Agency disclosure and appropriate addenda. Successful bidders not executing and returning contracts with earnest money deposit within 48 hours will be considered in default.
7. Any inspections that a buyer may want must be completed at the buyer's expense before the auction.
8. Agency: Meares Property Advisors, Inc. agents represent the seller in real estate transactions.
9. Bidder Verification: All bidders must provide their full name, address, and daytime/evening phone number. Meares Property Advisors, Inc. reserves the right to deny registration. The identity of all bidders will be verified, bidding rights are provisional, and if complete verification is not possible, Meares will reject the registration, and bidding activity will be terminated. The Seller and Selling Agents and Auction Company reserve the right to preclude any person from bidding if there is any question as to the person's credentials, fitness, etc. Bidders agree to keep their username and password confidential, as they are responsible for any activity involving their account. When using the website you must obey any local state and federal laws. Violations will result in the termination of website use privileges.
10. Property Offerings and Removals: Meares, according to its discretion, may offer property by the piece, acre, unit, or lot. The seller, with the consent of Meares, has the right to remove a property from the auction before bidding is completed unless it is an ABSOLUTE auction where bids have been placed.
11. Auction Participation and Compliance with Terms: By participating in an auction, bidders represent, irrefutably warrant, and covenant that:
- They shall not misrepresent their ability to close the transaction under the terms and conditions of the auction.
- They can close the transaction and any bid they make on the item constitutes an irrevocable offer to buy the item for the full amount of the bid plus the buyer's premium and applicable taxes.
- They have the legal authority to enter into an agreement to purchase the item.
- They shall forfeit all deposits or otherwise pay as liquidation damages all monies paid if payment is not made in full by the time specified.
12. Auction Participation and Bidding Errors: Immediate notification is required if a mistake is made in bidding. Bidders may still be held responsible for the bid.
13. NEW DATA, CORRECTIONS, AND CHANGES: Please log in before the scheduled bid closing time to inspect any changes, corrections, or additions to the property information.
14. Disclaimer and Absence of Warranties: All information contained on the auction website and all related materials are subject to the terms and conditions outlined in the Purchase Agreement. The property is being sold on an 'AS IS, WHERE IS' basis, and no warranty or representation either express or implied, concerning the property is made by the Seller, Seller's Agent, or the Auction Company. All sketches and dimensions on the website are approximate. Each potential bidder is responsible for conducting his or her own independent inspections, investigations, inquiries, and due diligence concerning the property. The information contained on the website is subject to verification by all parties relying on it - no liability for its accuracy, errors, or omissions is assumed by the Seller, Seller's Agent, or the Auction Company.
15. Conduct of the auction and increments of bidding are at the direction and discretion of the Auctioneer. All decisions of the Auction Company are final. By bidding on the property at auction, the buyer agrees to all terms and conditions set forth here and in the auction brochure as well as those set at the beginning of the auction.
16. Each buyer is responsible for conducting his or her due diligence on the property before bidding.
17. Acknowledgment of Dangerous Auction Site: Potential bidders when inspecting and high bidders/purchasers or their agents acknowledge that an auction site is a potentially dangerous place. Every person enters the auction site at his or her own risk with notice of the condition of the premises and the activities that will be or have been conducted on the premises. High bidders will so advise their agents and employees. This acknowledged risk extends into all activities involved in the inspection of the subject property and preparation of the property for closing, including disconnection of utilities. Persons attending the auction site during preview, sale, or inspection assume all risks of injury damage, or loss of property and specifically release Meares, the Seller, and their agents from liability.
18. Malfunction, Shutdown, and Loss of Service: The results of the auction may be rendered void if malfunction, shutdown, or temporary loss of service occurs. In such an event, Meares Property Advisors, Inc. reserves the right to remedy the situation in whichever way best represents the seller, including the cancellation of existing bids. Meares shall not be held liable in any way for any malfunctions, shutdowns, or loss of service. The bidder acknowledges and understands that this service may or may not function correctly at the close of the auction. Under no circumstances shall Bidder have any kind of claim against Meares Property Advisors, Inc. or anyone else if the Internet service fails to work correctly during the close of the auction. Meares Property Advisors, Inc. will not be responsible for any missed bids from any source.
19. Internet bidders who desire to make certain their bid is acknowledged should use the maximum bidding feature and leave their maximum bid 24 hours before the close of the auction.
20. Erroneous Reports: It is very possible during an auction that an Internet bidder may be indicated as a high bidder when in fact the winner attended the auction in person or vice versa. The auction company makes the final determination and holds the official records of winning bidders and final hammer prices. The listings on this website regarding final hammer prices and winning bidders are unofficial.
21. Indemnification and Acceptance of Auction Terms by Bidders: Purchaser and Bidders agree to indemnify and hold harmless both the Seller, their agent, and Meares Property Advisors, Inc. from and against all claims and liabilities resulting from any online auction, including but not limited to proximate or consequential damages, failure to comply with local, state, or federal laws and cost of legal expenses arising therefrom. No person shall have any claim against Meares Property Advisors, Inc., their respective agents, or employees for any injuries sustained or damages to or loss of property that may occur on site. These Terms and Conditions, and all questions with respect to the interpretation of these conditions, shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the internal laws of the State of South Carolina, without regard to conflict of laws provisions. All bidders expressly consent to personal and exclusive jurisdiction in the courts of the State of South Carolina located in Greenville County.
22. In bidding, you consent to agreeing with all the Terms and Conditions stated above and any auction specific terms posted on each auction brochure, website and/or terms emailed to you and or terms posted on www.MPA-SC.com.
