For Sale: Woodgate Drive #41, Bostic, NC
704.682.2924
For Sale: 109 Highland Trail #471, Nebo, NC
704.682.2924
For Sale: 1032 Hawksbill Drive, Morganton, NC
NEW CONSTRUCTION - completion Spring 2024. Enjoy this modern craftsman style home. Covered front porch, Hardiboard lap siding with beamed gable. Primary suite with walk in & tiled shower, double sinks and 3 large walk in closets. Large, open living, dining area and kitchen with island. Hardwood floors throughout with tiled bathrooms and laundry. Laundry/mudroom between kitchen and garage. Dining area with French doors to covered deck. 24x28 2 car garage with full staircase to unfinished 12x24 attic storage. Level lot with city water and septic. Gated community with low HOA and just 5 minutes from the Linville Public access, Fonta Flora Trail and Lake James State Park. 15 minutes to Morganton shops, restaurants and community activities. Offered at $475,000.
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For Sale: 116 Riverside Court, Morganton, NC
You will love this traditional yet informal home located in the sought after Riverside area of Morganton. Beamed ceilings and stone fireplaces grace both the living area and primary suite on the main floor. Well appointed kitchen leads to office/den and the formal dining room which also has a fireplace for cozy meals. Primary bath has double sinks, a whirlpool bath, glass shower and double walk in closets. Upper level features 2 bedrooms, a full bath and an office area in the upper foyer. Lower level has new vinyl plank flooring in the family room and exercise room or 4th bedroom with large walk in closet. Basement also has full bath and large laundry with storage. Full length deck for enjoying the private, wooded rear yard or enjoy relax on the covered front porch. Circular drive and two car basement garage. New roof 2023. Walking distance to downtown Morganton shops, restaurants and entertainment. Offered at $580,000.
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For Sale: 4095 Table Rock Mountain Road, Morganton
Take a drive through the trees to this private mountain house set on 50+ acres. Enjoy the peace & tranquility in this one of a kind mountain getaway with views to die for. The exterior is sided in vertical white cedar logs. The interior is warm and inviting with pine siding throughout and beautiful timbers in the living area. Three bedrooms and 2.5 baths provide room for all your family and guests. The primary suite has a large walk in closet, wood burning fireplace & access to covered deck with direct view of Table Rock. The spacious galley kitchen has granite counters, new appliances & breakfast area with that gorgeous view. Dining room/den off the kitchen leads to the living room with fireplace. Full unfinished basement with woodburning stove, stub out plumbing for expanded bath and safe room. 2 car garage. This home gives you all the privacy you could ever want yet is just 15 minutes from Morganton shops, restaurants, entertainment and 30 min from Morganton Lenoir airport.
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Engel & Völkers Foothills Sponsors Local Charity Event
Engel & Völkers Foothills was honored to be the Snowflake Sponsor at the 3rd annual Morganton Snow Ball on December 2, 2023. The Snow Ball is a gala event, auction, and fundraiser held annually that directly benefits Southmountain Children and Family Services.
Since 1903, Southmountain Children and Family Services (SCFS) has been providing pathways for children, families, and the community in numerous ways. From basic education to a safe haven, to a multitude of life-changing programs, Southmountain has remained a solid rock for children and families. Headquartered in Morganton, NC, Southmountain Children and Family Services operates the State’s first and only foster community. Situated near Lake James SCFS also serves families and children through our Children’s Advocacy Centers serving 16 counties in North Carolina.
Engel & Völkers Foothills had a wonderful time supporting our local community and enjoying great food and entertainment.
274 West Camp Drive #39, Marion, NC
New Lot for Sale at Lake James!
Located in the gated community of Black Forest, this 4.75 acre lot with nearly 500 ft of shoreline would make a perfect permanent residence or vacation home! This dockable lot is located on the west side of Lake James with access to all Black Forest amenities including Lake Camp, River Camp, Community House and plenty of walking trails. Don't miss out on this one! View complete listing.
3598 NC 126, Morganton, NC 28655
Great opportunity to build a commercial business at Lake James. This would be perfect location for an outfitter, retail, kayak/bike rental, General store, campground, restaurant or boat and storage facility-so many possibilities in this quickly growing area of Burke County! Take advantage of being across the street from the Fonta Flora State trail, just 2 miles from the Linville Public access boat ramp and all of the Pisgah National Forest trails as well as beautiful Lake James. Adjacent to the Hawksbill Community. Zoning is Burke county General Business. 28+ Acres | Offered at: $359,000.
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Listed by: Polly Leadbetter, Engel & Völkers Foothills
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