Catawba Falls Preserve Homes with Wooded Lot Features

Catawba Falls Preserve Homes with Wooded Lot Features

Catawba Falls Preserve: A Serene Subdivision in McDowell County, NC

Nestled in the picturesque county of McDowell, North Carolina, lies the enchanting subdivision of Catawba Falls Preserve. This idyllic community offers its residents a tranquil and serene environment surrounded by the beauty of nature.

Catawba Falls Preserve is renowned for its lush wooded landscapes, providing homeowners with a unique opportunity to embrace the beauty of nature right at their doorstep. The homes in this subdivision boast wooded lot features, allowing residents to enjoy the privacy and seclusion that comes with living amongst the trees.

Imagine waking up to the gentle rustling of leaves and the sweet songs of birds, as you sip your morning coffee on your back porch. With wooded lot features, homeowners can create their own private oasis, perfect for outdoor activities, gardening, or simply unwinding in the peace and quiet of nature.

Beyond the natural beauty of Catawba Falls Preserve, residents also have access to a range of amenities, including hiking trails, community parks, and recreational areas. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or simply enjoy the tranquility of nature, this subdivision offers something for everyone.

If you're seeking a home that combines the comforts of modern living with the serenity of a wooded retreat, Catawba Falls Preserve is the perfect place to call home. Experience the beauty of McDowell County, NC, and immerse yourself in the wonders of nature in this enchanting subdivision.

Newest Catawba Falls Preserve Homes with Wooded Lot Features

$1,150,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4397436 MLS ⋅ 4,258 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Escape to the peace and beauty of Western North Carolina in this exceptional mountain retreat, nestled on a private homesite within the gated community of Catawba Falls Preserve. Move-in ready peace of mind! The proactive sellers have already completed a professional pre-listing home inspection and radon test, addressing all identified items ahead of time. Ideal as a primary residence, luxury mountain retreat, or part-time getaway, this home offers the flexibility today's buyers are seeking. Most furnishings are negotiable with an acceptable offer, creating the opportunity for a nearly turnkey purchase. Impeccably maintained and truly worry-free, this home is ready for its next owner to just turn the key and enjoy. Pride of ownership shines throughout! Surrounded by long-range mountain vistas, tranquil wooded views, and cool mountain air, this home offers the privacy and serenity buyers dream of—while remaining just 15 minutes from the restaurants, shops, and charm of downtown Black Mountain. Enjoy the best of mountain living with paved roads, nearby hiking trails, waterfalls, and outdoor recreation right outside your door. Designed to embrace its spectacular surroundings, the open-concept floor plan features soaring vaulted ceilings and dramatic walls of windows that fill the home with natural light and showcase breathtaking mountain views from nearly every room. Quality craftsmanship is evident throughout, with solid oak doors, premium finishes, and thoughtful details at every turn. The gourmet kitchen is both beautiful and functional, featuring custom hickory cabinetry, quartz countertops, a spacious pantry, and generous workspace for everyday living or entertaining. A private dining room with cathedral ceilings and mountain views creates the perfect setting for memorable meals, while the expansive family room is anchored by a gas fireplace and framed by floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the surrounding forest. An adjoining sitting room provides the ideal place to enjoy your morning coffee or unwind with a book while taking in the scenery. The spacious main-level primary suite is a true sanctuary, complete with its own fireplace, a custom walk-in closet, and a luxurious spa-inspired bath featuring dual vanities, a soaking tub, and an oversized walk-in shower with body spray jets. Two additional bedrooms and a versatile bonus room provide flexible space for guests, a home office, fitness room, or additional sleeping quarters. Outdoor living is every bit as impressive as the interior. Relax on the screened porch, gather around the gas fireplace on the private stone terrace, or entertain on the newly expanded Trex deck while taking in panoramic views that stretch to Mt. Mitchell. Every outdoor space has been designed to maximize privacy and showcase the beauty of the surrounding mountains. Additional features include an unfinished basement with abundant storage or future expansion potential, a whole-house generator, an oversized two-car garage with workshop and built-in storage, a new architectural roof (2018), two new energy-efficient HVAC systems (2025), a new water heater, and a conditioned crawl space with sump pump and dehumidifier. Offering luxury, privacy, breathtaking views, and a premier gated mountain lifestyle, this extraordinary home is the perfect blend of seclusion and convenience—close enough to enjoy everything Black Mountain has to offer, yet tucked away in one of the area's most scenic and desirable mountain communities.

131 Arcadia Falls Way, Black Mountain

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Professionals. eddie@cottonwoodpropertiesnc.com
$2,150,000
5 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 4388597 MLS ⋅ 4,653 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Perched on a commanding ridgeline in the gated Catawba Falls Preserve community, this exceptional 2022-modern mountain home delivers panoramic and long-range views from virtually every room — sunrise from the east, sunset from the west, layered Blue Ridge peaks visible from the kitchen, living room, bedrooms, back porch, and lower-level patio hot tub alike. The main and upper level offers nearly 5,000 sq ft of thoughtfully designed living space: an open-concept great room with soaring vaulted ceilings, a dramatic wall of windows framing the mountain vistas, a large kitchen island, gas fireplace and custom built-ins with plenty of storage. Five bedrooms and 4.5 baths include a spectacular primary suite with separate dual vanity areas, deep soaker tub, oversized walk-in shower, and a huge walk-in closet with custom built-in shelving. The home is furnished with high-end Arhaus pieces available to purchase separately. The upper level features a bar and billiards room with widows for mountain vistas as art. Outdoor living here is effortless and stunning. The expansive back deck offers multiple seating areas and room to grill, all facing long-range mountain views that stretch ridge after ridge into the distance. Steps away, the lower patio delivers a view and a retreat — a private hot tub, a stone fire pit, and professionally landscaped stone pathways that make the grounds feel as considered as the interior An additional 3,000+ sq ft of unfinished space on the lower level — roughed in and ready — provides exceptional potential for two additional bedrooms, a home theater, gym, or expanded entertainment suite. Additional highlights: whole-house generator, 2-car garage with epoxy-coated floors, EV charger, and built-in storage. Paved roads throughout the well-maintained, gated community. Approximately 2,500 ft elevation — a little higher than the town of Black Mountain — delivering cooler summers and stunning seasonal color. Currently operated as a successful short-term rental (~50% of the year) and second residence. STR-permitted community. Only 20 minutes to Black Mountain.

2488 Catawba Falls Parkway, Black Mountain

Listing courtesy of Real Broker, LLC. rebecca@carolinalifeproperties.com
$732,500
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4374383 MLS ⋅ 2,113 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Mountain living at its best in gated Catawba Falls Preserve. Built in 2022, this thoughtfully designed one-level 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with a large study/bonus room sits on nearly 4 private acres with peaceful mountain views and the added benefit of dedicated recreation zone that cannot be built on, creating the feel of an even larger flat usable yard. Located with a Black Mountain address in McDowell County, you’ll enjoy the convenience of lower county taxes while still being just minutes from everything Western North Carolina has to offer. Designed for both comfort and functionality, this home features granite countertops, wooden Koch soft-close cabinetry throughout, under-cabinet lighting in the kitchen and laundry, and a new stove with air fry and convection options. The spacious garage includes 240v electrical, while the home is already wired for CCTV security and a full home audio system for seamless modern living. Extensive recent upgrades make this property truly turnkey, including a Quiet Run whole-home generator, in-ground 500-gallon propane tank with backup heat access, hybrid 80-gallon smart heat pump water heater, whole-home HEPA air filtration system, Smart Ecobee thermostats with 3-zone comfort settings, upgraded pressure tank with spin-down water filtration, and an outdoor grilling station with power. Outside, enjoy excellent landscaping with native trees, shrubs, and bulbs, a quarter-acre garden, concrete pad and sidewalk near the driveway, and peaceful outdoor spaces designed to take full advantage of the mountain setting. Privacy, usability, and quality improvements come together to create a home that feels both elevated and effortless.

50 Glass Falls Trail Unit #143,144, Black Mountain

Listing courtesy of GreyBeard Realty. sunday@greybeardrealty.com
$22,000
4362833 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Discover your mountain retreat on this beautiful 1.71-acre homesite located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in the gated community of Catawba Falls Preserve. Enjoy year-round mountain views and the privacy this premium lot offers. Catawba Falls Preserve is a sought-after mountain community bordering the Pisgah National Forest with scenic hiking trails, and access to the breathtaking Catawba Falls, a stunning cascading waterfall you can hike to directly from within the community.

9999 Rainbow Falls Trail, Black Mountain

Listing courtesy of NextHome Partners. alexmoveshomes@gmail.com
$28,000
4322936 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Discover the beauty of Catawba Falls Preserve, a gated, nature-focused community nestled at the headwaters of the Catawba River and bordering the Pisgah National Forest. With over 215 spacious homesites and miles of hiking opportunities, this private mountain community is ideal for outdoor lovers. This exceptional lot is priced well below tax value and uniquely bordered by both Feather Falls and South Feather Falls. Located near the end of the Feather Falls cul-de-sac, it offers a peaceful, low-traffic setting. Potential for long-range mountain views with thoughtful home placement—similar to the adjacent homesite that has already been developed. Community guidelines allow off-frame modular homes, detached garages (without living space), and a minimum home size of 1,800 sq ft with 10-ft setbacks. Building height up to 35 ft. No required start date for construction; once a permit is issued, you have one year to begin. Enjoy the community trail leading directly to Catawba Falls. Conveniently situated just 25 minutes to Lake Lure and centrally located between Chimney Rock, Black Mountain, Old Fort, and Asheville—each only about 35 minutes away. This lot is priced to sell—don’t miss it!

295 S Feather Falls Trail Unit #50, Black Mountain

Listing courtesy of DRG Homes & Land. landman@DwellAVL.com
$35,000
4316658 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Beautiful and buildable lot for sale in the sought-after Catawba Falls Preserve. This 1. 39-acre lot has everything you need for a peaceful mountain lifestyle—privacy and beautiful mountain views—perfect for building your dream home. Catawba Falls Preserve is a gated community next to Pisgah National Forest, while the nearby Catawba Falls area is open to the public and features a stunning 205-foot Lower Falls and an 80-foot Upper Falls, both accessible through the Catawba Falls trail system. The community offers private home sites and various amenities, and you can even hike to the public falls from within the neighborhood. The falls are a favorite spot for hiking, with a 3. 5-mile loop trail that includes a staircase with 580 steps leading up to an observation tower for the Upper Falls.

38 Attica Falls Trail, Black Mountain

Listing courtesy of Noble & Company Realty. hollyasheville@gmail.com
$42,000
4317723 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Just listed in Catawba Falls Preserve, a cul-de-sac lot, ideal for a primary residence or vacation mountain escape. Less than 30 minutes from downtown Black Mountain, which features dining, shops, art and more.

9 Wapama Falls Drive Unit #17, Black Mountain

Listing courtesy of Premier Sotheby’s International Realty. 828-450-7289
$53,000
4300814 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Priced well below tax value! Beautiful and buildable lot in the incredible Catawba Falls Preserve neighborhood. 15 minutes to downtown Black Mountain. 30 minutes to Asheville. CFP borders Pisgah National Forest and connects to scenic hiking trails that lead to the iconic 304-ft Catawba Falls! This beautifully-maintained community features wide paved roads and underground utilities. Close to it all while feeling a world away. CFP is one of the very few gated communities in the area that currently allow short-term rentals - so you have the option to build your mountain dream home and then rent it out when you're not there.

1696 Catawba Falls Parkway Unit #190, Black Mountain

Listing courtesy of GreyBeard Realty. matt@greybeardrealty.com
$43,000
4300502 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Beautiful and buildable 1.69 acre lot in the incredible Catawba Falls Preserve neighborhood. 15 minutes to downtown Black Mountain. 30 minutes to Asheville. CFP borders Pisgah National Forest and connects to scenic hiking trails that lead to the iconic 304-ft Catawba Falls! This beautifully-maintained community features wide paved roads and underground utilities. Close to it all while feeling a world away. CFP is one of the very few gated communities in the area that currently allow short-term rentals - so you have the option to build your mountain dream home and then rent it out when you're not there.

100 Comet Falls Trail Unit #235, Black Mountain

Listing courtesy of GreyBeard Realty. matt@greybeardrealty.com
$25,000
4288915 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Looking for the perfect spot to build your mountain escape? Tucked just inside the Gated Entrance for easy access, Lot 3 in Catawba Falls Preserve offers the best of Western NC living—breathtaking views, peaceful privacy, and direct access to nature. The community borders the Pisgah National Forest and connects to scenic hiking trails leading to the iconic 304-ft Catawba Falls! This beautifully maintained community features wide paved roads and underground utilities. Just 15 minutes to Black Mountain and 30 to Asheville, you’re close to it all while feeling a world away. Pristine, private, and ready for your dream cabin in the mountains.

262 Feather Falls Trail Unit #3, Black Mountain

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Results. mohammadkakar.re@gmail.com
$55,000
4226167 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
2-acre lot two minutes away from the community entrance! Nestled in the breathtaking landscape of Black Mountain, NC, 239 Fuji Falls Dr. offers a serene 2-acre retreat with stunning mountain views. This gently sloping property provides an ideal setting for your dream home, where you can immerse yourself in the beauty of nature while still being within a reasonable distance from the town of Black Mountain—close enough for convenience yet far enough to enjoy a peaceful, private atmosphere. Imagine waking up to the soft glow of the morning sun rising over the mountains and winding down your day with the tranquility of vibrant sunsets. With ample space for a custom home this property allows you to create a personal sanctuary surrounded by the sights and sounds of nature. Whether you seek to build a full-time residence or a mountain getaway, this location offers the perfect balance of seclusion and accessibility. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to own a piece of the stunning Western North Carolina landscape!

239 Fuji Falls Trail Unit #138, Black Mountain

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Professionals. juan.c.sanchez@kw.com
$39,000
3923498 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Build your dream home or mountain cabin on this beautiful private mountain lot with winter time mountain views. Catawba Falls Preserve is a tranquil and quiet gated community approx 15 minutes from historic downtown Black Mountain and 25 minutes to Chimney Rock and Lake Lure. This community has a variety of vacation homes and full time residents. Boarding the Pisgah National Forest, you'll enjoy long walks on miles of maintained trails, some leading to the breathtaking Catawba Falls waterfalls. This lot is not too far from the entrance to the community and the road leading to this lot is flat/level. The lot is sloping which would allow for a daylight basement type of home. Scoop up this lot before it is gone.

187 Arcadia Falls Way Unit #77, Black Mountain

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Professionals. eddie@cottonwoodpropertiesnc.com
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