Go to the people who know Lake Toxaway better than anyone. Meet the Susan Breedlove Properties team.

Wherever one travels the best three words of advice for any visitor are "ask the locals." Ask the people who know the hidden treasures, the restaurants, the back roads, the traditions and the opportunities. As Susan Breedlove Properties, we are the locals. Let us show you the Toxaway that few can find, and most don't even know exists.

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Susan Breedlove

Susan Breedlove

Susan is no stranger to the Toxaway-Sapphire area, having lived in Lake Toxaway Estates since taking a summer job here while a student at Furman University. Getting her start working for R.D. Heinitsh, Sr., the developer of Lake Toxaway Estates, Susan has been active in the real estate business for over 40 years, witnessing firsthand the phenomenal growth of the area. During this time she's developed a keen "sixth sense" for property values that she utilizes every day as President of Susan Breedlove Properties. Susan, a NC-licensed broker, is a member of both the Highlands-Cashiers and Brevard Boards of Realtors and Chambers of Commerce, using her participation to promote a high standard of professionalism in the real estate business.

Besides new home sales, Susan also has been highly successful in the rental field, beginning with cottages at Lake Toxaway Country Club and expanding in the years since. She attributes this success to her attention to detail in helping provide both owners and renters with the perfect rental experience.

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Chris Whitmire

Chris Whitmire

Chris grew up in the Lake Toxaway area and considers it one of the most beautiful places in the world. Having traveled five of the seven continents and visited more than 30 countries, he should know. Chris graduated from the United States Air Force Academy in the top one-percent of his class and subsequently attended Columbia University as a Guggenheim Scholar where he received a Masters of Science in structural engineering. He is an FAA Airline Transport Pilot with type ratings in the Boeing 707/720 and multiple Learjet models and is a published author. His latest publications reside at:

In addition to these endeavors, Chris serves the local area as an elected member of the Transylvania County Board of Education.

As a North Carolina Realtor, Chris has broker-in-charge experience and extensive knowledge of the area’s magnificent view, lake, golf, and acreage properties. He is a primary member of the Highlands-Cashiers Board of Realtors and a secondary member of the Western North Carolina Regional Board. His dual membership, coupled with his attention to detail, allows him to better represent his clients. His listings get greater exposure and his buyers see more choices. As far as the important things in life, he is blessed with a wonderful wife and three young children with whom he loves to share the many opportunities the area has to offer.

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