Waters Edge Homes with Sloped Lot Features

Welcome to Waters Edge, an enchanting subdivision nestled in the heart of Morganton, North Carolina, within beautiful Burke County. This picturesque community is a hidden gem, offering a serene lifestyle surrounded by nature’s beauty, making it the perfect retreat for families, retirees, and anyone seeking a peaceful place to call home.

Waters Edge is renowned for its stunning homes with sloped lot features, which not only enhance the architectural appeal but also provide breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. These thoughtfully designed residences take advantage of the natural topography, allowing residents to enjoy panoramic vistas of rolling hills, lush forests, and tranquil waterways right from their backyards. The unique sloped lots create a sense of privacy and seclusion, while also maximizing outdoor living spaces for entertaining and relaxation.

The community is conveniently located near Morganton’s vibrant downtown area, where residents can explore charming shops, delightful eateries, and cultural attractions. For outdoor enthusiasts, the nearby Lake James State Park offers endless opportunities for hiking, fishing, and boating, ensuring that every day can be filled with adventure and exploration.

At Waters Edge, you’ll discover a welcoming neighborhood where neighbors become friends and where the beauty of nature is just outside your door. With a variety of home styles and sizes to choose from, you’re sure to find the perfect fit for your lifestyle. Come and experience the magic of Waters Edge—where your dream home awaits amidst the stunning backdrop of North Carolina’s natural beauty.

Newest Waters Edge Homes with Sloped Lot Features

$349,000

4380561 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

New Price! Set on 3.71 private acres in the gated Waters Edge community, this rare Lake James homesite offers a large, level waterfront on one of the lake's quietest coves — calm, clear, wake-free water perfect for swimming, kayaking, and paddleboarding for miles right from your own backyard, with the cove opening up quickly into the main body of the lake. Tucked into an environmentally protected, no-wake, no-thru-traffic cove, the setting feels private and undisturbed, with no boats passing by. This is a non-dockable lot, and the cove is shallow and recedes with the seasonal winter drawdown — in summer, though, there's room to tie up a small boat or jet skis right at the shoreline, making this an ideal fit for a low-key, hands-in-the-water lake life. The wooded, gently sloping site is ready to build on or enjoy as-is: driveway, parking, and boat trailer storage already in place, soil test on record for septic, and the Fonta Flora State Trail easement running directly along the back edge of the property. Underground power, high-speed internet, and city water are available. Short-term rentals are allowed. Adjacent to 47.99 acres of protected green space, this lot feels more like a private nature preserve than a typical lakefront homesite. The community beach, a nearby marina and a public boat launch keep the full lake experience within easy reach for anyone wanting to get out on the water. Morganton is 15 minutes away; Asheville under an hour. Seclusion, acreage, and a front-row seat to Lake James — all in one place. NC Agent Owned.

3100 E Moonlight Place Unit #42, Morganton

Listing courtesy of GreyBeard Realty. christy@greybeardrealty.com

$249,000

4374230 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Build your waterfront dream home at Lake James, in the pristine gated community of Waters Edge. The property features a great build site and 168 feet of shoreline with a very gentle slope down to the water. This partially cleared, 0.94-acre waterfront lot has it's own beach, providing easy access to a quiet cove. Waters Edge is a gated community offering amenities such as a private swimming beach, a communal fire pit area, and access to the Fonta Flora mountain biking and hiking trail, which encircles the eastern side of Lake James. Short term rentals are allowed!

3107 Channel View Cove, Morganton

Listing courtesy of GreyBeard Realty. dave@greybeardrealty.com

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