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Lake living at its finest! Luxury waterfront home in the exclusive Old Wildlife Club including membership in Camp Lake James social club. Best views on the lake. Great room w/ large stone WB fireplace and year round views of Lake James and Linville Gorge. A gourmet kitchen, powder room, primary suite, laundry and garage are on same level. Out back, there’s a large covered porch with WB fireplace, a half bath, outside shower, firepit and Sundance Spa. Head down to the lake where a huge dock with 2 slips awaits your adventures. The main floor primary is sure to please with a gas fireplace, custom closet and luxurious marble bath. Downstairs are 2 more en-suites, a rec room with wet bar and a large work shop. An attached bonus room over the garage has an additional en-suite, wet bar, and library. Quality custom craftsmanship and detail abounds along with home generator and Smart Home Systems include HVAC, Lighting, security, sound system, garage doors, irrigation and video surveillance. $4,425,000 Active

2006 Old Wildlife Club Drive Nebo, North Carolina

4 Beds 6 Baths 6,366 SqFt 1.700 Acres

Lake life at it's finest with this beautiful lakefront home on Lake James! Once you pull down the drive way you will appreciate all the work that went into the landscaping and the architecture to build this breathtaking home. The aluminum rear deck runs the whole length of the house overlooking the lake! Under the deck is a huge patio area to entertain family and friends. The dock features, 2 slips, one boat lift and two jet ski ports and gazebo area. Main floor consists of a large primary BR/Bth with separate vanities, garden tub, walk-in shower and closet. Beautiful kitchen area with island, granite counter tops and SS appliances, ample cabinet space. Spacious living room area with gas fireplace that flows into the formal dining room. Upstairs features 2 bedrooms, full bath and bonus room. Basement area includes a great room, separate kitchen and bonus room that could be used as an additional bedroom with a full bath. Also includes rec room with sauna. $2,459,000 Active

1563 Calls Lodge Court Morganton, North Carolina

3 Beds 4 Baths 4,231 SqFt 0.590 Acres

Picturesque in Old Wildlife Club. This rustic yet open, bright, and airy floor plan was conceived just for this waterfront oasis with a view of shimmering Lake James from every floor.  The entire main floor is designed for gathering together with friends and family around the ample, open kitchen, dining area, family room, and double fireplace. The screened porch and grilling area allow you to enjoy those cool evenings and summer lake breezes overlooking your expansive, covered dock and waterfront fire pit.  Bring the extended family comfortably and spread out into the basement and upper floor with 4 bedrooms including a bunk room.  Need more space?  The detached ancillary cabin is unfinished and is the perfect canvass to create a guest cottage hideaway or mother-in-law suite.  If you know Lake James, you know Old Wildlife Club and acclaimed Camp Lake James, the lakes adventure center that includes a pool, fitness center, canteen, pickle ball and tennis. Your membership is included. $2,025,000 Active

234 Fish Camp Drive 49 Nebo, North Carolina

3 Beds 3 Baths 3,089 SqFt 2.410 Acres

This stunning lakeside retreat boasts breathtaking lake views and is nestled in a serene, rare cove on Lake James with roughly 190 feet of shoreline. Enjoy waterfront living with a low-maintenance aluminum and composite double decker dock, and boat lift. The home's spacious interior offers 3 bedrooms and 3 bonus rooms, providing ample room for family and guests. The home has 1,096 square feet of deck space, mostly covered for outdoor dining and living. There's a 2-car garage with 2 storage closets and a parking area large enough for an RV or Boat.  Short term rentals are allowed! The home is being sold with most of the furnishings including an air hockey and ping pong table. This is a must see! $1,900,000 Active

851 Waters Edge Drive Nebo, North Carolina

3 Beds 4 Baths 3,169 SqFt 0.830 Acres

Modernized, remodeled, and elegantly redesigned, this stunning waterfront home includes everything Lake James has to offer.  The spacious interior includes large gathering areas, an ample kitchen, basement kitchenette, and plenty of room for visiting friends and family to stay in comfort for as long as you'd like. There are 5 rooms from which you may choose 3 as bedrooms. Spectacular mountain and long-water views truly set this location apart and can be seen from the back deck, bedrooms, and the hot tub!  A large, covered dock is in place with full-size boatslip and room for the lake toys. The 2 car garage offers rare storage and ease of entry for a lake home.  East Shores is a beautiful community with a clubhouse, tennis courts and pool on the southeastern shore of Lake James, just a short drive from downtown Morganton. $1,795,000 Active

1779 Waterford Way 18 Morganton, North Carolina

3 Beds 3 Baths 4,037 SqFt 0.860 Acres

Brand new custom Luxury home on Lake James! Buyers will love the open floor plan, w/ high end details throughout! Gourmet eat in kitchen w/large island & stainless appliances is open to the spacious living room w/ fireplace & covered porch w/stone fireplace overlooking beautiful Lake James! Primary suite on main level features large walk in closet & spa like bath. Another bedroom/secondary primary bedroom w/ private bath & half bath is great for guests! The lower level has 2 additional bedrooms, a full bath, laundry room & spacious bonus room for entertaining! Lower covered porch is great for relaxing, entertaining & enjoying the open water & mountain views. Easy access to 2 level, double boat dock w/ room for all of your water toys. Great STR option as The Arbors is a gated community w/walking trails, community pavilion picnic area, fenced boat storage & close to downtown Marion shops & restaurants. Minutes to Lake James State Park & Fonta Flora Trail for hiking, biking & exploring. $1,699,000 Active

1247 High Trail Drive Nebo, North Carolina

4 Beds 4 Baths 3,035 SqFt 0.890 Acres

Situated on 2+ acres and over 100’ of lake frontage in the exclusive Dry Creek area of Southpointe. Enjoy lazy afternoon naps or evenings stargazing on the large front porch. Beautiful craftsman style home is just the place for spending quality time with family & friends. Step inside to great rm, kitchen w/walk in pantry & island, dining area, luxurious primary ste, 2nd BR ste, office, 1/2BA, laundry/mudrm, & drop zone off garage w/rear stairs to bonus rm. Walk-out bsmt w/spacious living area includes 2nd kitchen, wood-burning fp, workout rm, 3rdBR, flex space, 1 1/2BA, & storage. Dry Creek, located on the East side of Lake James, offers privacy, walking trails, access to a community swimming pool and small club house. Fonta Flora trail runs through this community. Lake James is just over an hr to Clt and less than one hr to Asheville, Linville, & Blowing Rock. Whether you are looking for a peaceful retreat or a place to entertain and make memories, this fancy ‘cabin’ offers it all. $1,450,000 Active Under Contract

1429 Old Dry Creek Road Morganton, North Carolina

3 Beds 5 Baths 4,486 SqFt 2.370 Acres

Proposed construction: Welcome to luxury living at Southpointe on Lake James. This exceptional proposed construction home offers a harmonious blend of contemporary design and natural serenity. This property presents an incredible opportunity to own a lavish retreat nestled on a sprawling .93-acre lot. The spacious and thoughtfully designed layout encompasses four bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms, ensuring ample space and privacy for you and your loved ones. Additionally, this property includes a deeded boat slip, granting you exclusive access to Lake James.  Located in Southpointe community, you'll enjoy a harmonious blend of privacy and convenience. Experience a truly luxurious lifestyle in this proposed construction home that combines impeccable craftsmanship, upscale amenities, and the allure of waterfront living. Don't miss your chance to own this exquisite property in Southpointe on Lake James. $1,375,000 Active

5094 Fair Oak Drive 1 Morganton, North Carolina

4 Beds 4 Baths 2,955 SqFt 0.930 Acres

Welcome to Casa del Lago at Lake James. This lakeside retreat at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in the Arbor at Lake James sits on 2.66 waterfront acres overlooking the pristine waters of Lake James and iconic Blue Ridge Mountains. Statement front doors open into the inviting entryway with upscale design details including wood beams and a wood plank ceiling. The two-story great room is complemented by a stone fireplace and open floor plan into the well-appointed kitchen. Enjoy the convenience of a main floor primary suite with mountain views and access to the sizable back deck. The elegant stairway with wrought iron details ascends to the spacious loft with expansive mountain views. Walk down the pathway to your own private beach area to swim, launch a kayak or enjoy a picnic by the water in the peaceful cove. The home is currently used as a successful income-producing short-term rental and includes deeded boat slip and boat storage. Basement is plumbed and ready to be finished. $1,349,000 Active

101 Winghaven Drive Nebo, North Carolina

4 Beds 3 Baths 2,743 SqFt 2.660 Acres

The epitome of waterfront living along the tranquil shores of Lake James, where awe-inspiring Shortoff Mountain panoramas await your gaze. 1.5 acres of land, dual-level dock, nominal HOA fees, & potential short-term rentals. Revel in sweeping lake & mountain vistas from every rear-facing window. Set back from the waterfront, this home captures the beauty of both the mountains & the lake from each level of the home. Lots of natural light accentuates the kitchen's hardwood floors & wormy maple cabinets. This listing includes 2 parcels, which provide the home with lake access. The waterfront lot could be sold; it has an existing well & septic. There are many steps leading to the lake from the home. The sellers planned to install a trolley & would happily pass along the quote. Short-term rentals allowed. Main level w/open-concept design featuring a chic kitchen, graceful dining area, & expansive living rm adorned w/cathedral ceilings & majestic stone fireplace. $1,200,000 Active

61 Magnolia Drive Nebo, North Carolina

4 Beds 3 Baths 3,261 SqFt 1.500 Acres

Looking for the perfect waterfront home? This property has been recently updated with a fresh coat of paint on the boat dock, new ceiling fans throughout, and brand new kitchen appliances. The entire home and driveway have also been power-washed. Inside, you'll find a spacious open living room on the main floor with a beautiful view of the lake. Step onto the back porch to enjoy your morning coffee while taking in the serene lake and mountain breeze. Upstairs, the large master bedroom boasts a jetted tub, double vanities, and a roomy walk-in closet. Two additional guest bedrooms and another full bathroom are on the upper floor. The downstairs living area offers even more space, including a generously-sized guest room with its own ensuite full bathroom.  Don't miss out on this opportunity!  Additional features: - The pontoon and Jetski's/Jetski trailer are available for purchase. - Seller is the listing agent.- EV car charger installed in the garage.- Appraised at $1,028,000 last year. $965,000 Active

982 Plantation Drive Marion, North Carolina

4 Beds 4 Baths 3,213 SqFt 0.610 Acres

Lake James Waterfront Home in Plantation Point Subdivision, 3 bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths. This exquisite home offers main level living & attached 2 car garage. The primary bedroom overlooks the lake, large ensuite with double sinks, garden tub, & walk-in shower, then step into the large main closet. Second bedroom with large walk-in closet, third bedroom offers lake views. The main floor has so much room for entertaining in the formal dining, living room, or on the deck facing the water. This functional kitchen has all the needed appliances including a double oven. Head to the fully finished basement & relax at the wet bar, with sink, wine fridge, ice maker, & beverage cooler. Workout in your gym or spend time in the game room, & relax on the patio in the hot tub while watching tv. Bring your pontoon & enjoy all of Lake James from your floating dock in this quite cove. New roof in November of 2022, Hardwoods refinished July of 2023, Charging station for electric car installed in 2022. $905,900 Active

892 Plantation Drive Marion, North Carolina

3 Beds 4 Baths 2,603 SqFt 0.660 Acres

Hideaway here in beautiful 1780 on Lake James.  This alluring, cabin-style home is located in the Hully Gully section of 1780, where short term rentals are allowed and there's an easy, meandering trail leading to the pond and renowned Camp Lake James.  This home is offered turn-key and furnished. With the large, 2 story Great room as the centerpiece, including a stone, wood-burning fireplace (currently gas logs) and large family room in the basement, there's plenty of gathering space.  Need to sleep as many as 10?  The upstairs includes a bedroom and full bathroom leading into a generous sleeping loft with bunks. The primary bedroom and ensuite bath are on the main level, with more bunks in the bonus room below along with another full bathroom.  Enjoy the peace and privacy from the screened back deck and the walk-out patio with bordering community conservation land offering serenity and winter views.  Community boat slip E5 and membership to Camp Lake James are included with purchase. $849,000 Active Under Contract

4064 Dense Acre Trail Nebo, North Carolina

2 Beds 3 Baths 1,928 SqFt 1.140 Acres

Quality built Log Cabin w/water views of Lake James in popular Holiday Shores community! Approx 1 mile to State maintained public access boat ramp at Canal Bridge for easy access to Lake James for all your boating & water activities. Lake James State Park is a short 5 min drive for a swimming beach, picnic areas, hiking & biking trails. Fonta Flora trails also close by for outdoor enthusiasts. Boat slips & rentals are available at Lake James Marina. The cozy cabin is perfect for Lake living at one of Americas cleanest lakes. The owner has finished the customized basement w/great care to include cypress tongue & groove walls, tiled floors, rough tin ceilings, full kitchen w/ new stainless appliances, granite countertops, soft close kitchen cabinets, half bath and game room with patio door for easy outside access! A great entertaining area for family & friends. The basement of 1147 sq ft was completed approx two years ago & was not permitted & is included in the basement square footage. $750,000 Active

6012 Holiday Shores Avenue Nebo, North Carolina

4 Beds 4 Baths 3,505 SqFt 0.250 Acres

Located in Lake James' premier gated community, this authentic log cabin is situated on 6+ private acres. Bordered by the north fork of the Catawba River and Lake James, Black Forest is over 600 acres of nature with only 56 home sites.  The community offers miles of hiking trails with both lake and river access (with covered shelters) a community center and a full-time on-site caretaker.  Relax on one of the 3 porches or warm up in front of one of the two fireplaces.  This house comes fully furnished with a deeded boat slip and makes an ideal 2nd home or primary residence.  Additional structures can be built on the land, but not subdivided.  Agent owned. NO Short-Term or Long-term Rentals allowed. Priced UNDER TAX VALUE! $725,000 Active

1020 Black Forest Drive Marion, North Carolina

3 Beds 3 Baths 2,112 SqFt 6.140 Acres

Lake James Living! Attractive off water home located in Forest Lake Heights SD. Enjoy your own backyard pool, while appreciating lake views of Morgan's Cove. Largely renovated in 2005, home has great room w/vaulted ceiling, bamboo floors, propane gas FP & french doors leading to large upper level deck w/propane grill. Cook's kitchen w/dual fuel range has gas cooktop, 2 electric ovens, hot water on demand, butcher block & granite island, pantry & alderwood cabinets provide good storage. Wet bar & dining area enhance your entertaining experience. Main level BR w/vaulted ceiling & full BA. Lower level has BR suite, closet & dressing area w/granite vanity. BA features custom cabinets, granite countertop & custom shower. Third BR connects to den, leading out to lower level deck. Convenient hall laundry area. Lower bsmt has good storage space & additional pool access. 4 mini split systems installed in 2018. Could be GREAT Investment! NO HOA restrictions for renting! Boat ramp close by! $650,000 Active

1224 Forest Lake Heights Drive Nebo, North Carolina

3 Beds 2 Baths 2,224 SqFt 0.410 Acres

Charming 1970's brick rancher in desirable Lake James area with a lovely fall/winter view of Lake James from the front of the property. Well-kept with lots of natural light, this lovely home has a recently remodeled kitchen, 2 large bedrooms, 2 full Bathrooms, a spacious living room, plenty of storage space and a nice yard with room to garden.  The lower level has a separate entrance from the inside of the extra Large attached 2 car Garage that has about 740+ square feet.  The road is state-maintained and there’s no city taxes.Roof 2010, New windows 2016, New Kitchen 2020, Heat Pump 2017, Septic pumped 2022, Rutherford Electric, Spectrum Internet. Wood stove in basement stays and is vented to upstairs as another full house heat source. 900 Square feet in basement are heated but basement isn't finished out as Living Space yet. It wouldn't take much to complete it for Living Area though. Detached 2 car Garage with electricity measures 24X24 with 10ft ceilings. See it for yourself! $314,900 Active

4499 Lake James Road Marion, North Carolina

2 Beds 2 Baths 1,116 SqFt 1.880 Acres

Coming soon on March 17th make your Showing appointment now. Lake James access is deeded to this 3 bedroom 2 bath home conveniently located 10 minuets from town. Just a short walk or golf cart ride to your access point to the shoreline of the Lake. Exterior features include a small lot with mature landscaping and a storage shed for all of your hobbies. Easy main level living is provided by this traditional cottage style home. Open dining and living room area with a Fisher wood stove. So many amenities near by to enjoy such as the Moose Lodge, hiking, trails, fishing, swimming, and golf. $259,900 Active

496 Uptons Landing Road Marion, North Carolina

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,310 SqFt 0.210 Acres

Everything you're looking for in a lake home!  Lake, mountain and sunset views. Open layout is perfect for entertaining. Living area has free standing wood burning fireplace and views of the lake. Kitchen is spacious with abundant cabinetry, island seating, SS appliances and large dining area off the foyer.  Two main level bedrooms, one with private bath and one adjacent to hall bath.  The primary suite is on the upper level-very private with large wall of closets and a spacious sitting area. Finished space above the garage that can accommodate extra guests or be used for a gym, rec/movie room or office.  Lower level has large family room and another room for additional sleeping quarters.  Full walk in pantry/storage, extra refrigerator and laundry.  Room to enjoy outside with main level deck, lower patio w/built in grill, outdoor shower and fire pit.  Take a short walk to the gazebo, dock w/upper deck & additional floating sundeck.  Great primary, secondary or investment property. $1,499,000 Active

341 Dockside Drive Nebo, North Carolina

3 Beds 4 Baths 3,729 SqFt 0.710 Acres

Charming bungalow just TEN minutes to Lake James. This unique property was remodeled in 2022.

With 2.7 acres, there's plenty of opportunity to expand. Additional clearing and perhaps some trees removed, you'll see Table Rock and Hawksbill
With 3 additional lots as part of the property, there is great potential for a hobby farm or extra housing.
Perhaps use as a vacation rental or family getaway spot near the lake
Well and 2nd septic on the property.
Opportunity knocks, don't miss this one! $299,900 Active

3888 Frank Whisnant Road Morganton, North Carolina

2 Beds 2 Baths 1,097 SqFt 2.700 Acres

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