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184 Mark Twain  Drive, Lake Lure
$4,200,000
7 Beds ⋅ 7 Baths ⋅ 4439878 MLS ⋅ 4,766 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Exceptional Lakefront Living - Along the shores of beautiful Lake Lure, breathtaking lake and mountain views frame 184 Mark Twain Drive, a 1.31-acre estate where exceptional craftsmanship, gracious living and recreation come together. A distinctive three-level residence, separate guest cottage and remarkable waterfront amenities create a setting for an unparalleled lake lifestyle. Enter through a custom 30-foot electric gate and discover hand-carved entry doors, locust log accents, mountain laurel railings, copper details and hand-sculpted plaster walls. An elevator serves all three levels, while three-foot-wide doorways and lever-style handles enhance accessibility. The upper level features a spacious family room overlooking the dramatic two-story great room, with captivating views across Lake Lure and room for a grand piano and billiards. The primary suite offers a gas fireplace, lake-facing windows and private screened porch. Its en-suite bath features a soaking tub, separate shower, skylight and oversized walk-in closet. A second bedroom has its own screened porch and walk-in closet. A full bath and laundry room with cabinetry, utility sink and storage complete this level. On the main level, the soaring great room flows into the dining area and welcoming kitchen, appointed with custom maple cabinetry, breakfast bar, pantry, ice machine, instant hot water and carbonated drinking-water system. An inviting slate-finished terrace overlooks the lake and surrounding mountains, creating an exceptional setting for outdoor dining, relaxation and entertaining. Two additional bedrooms each open to a private screened porch. A full bath, half bath and built-in desk with custom cabinetry complete this level. The lower level offers spaces for wellness, creativity and relaxation. An enclosed swim spa with waterfall invites year-round enjoyment, complemented by a dedicated exercise room. The art studio features custom storage, a charming window seat and access to a spacious screened porch with custom snap-on weather protection. A full bath and oversized two-car garage with dedicated workshop space complete the level. At the water's edge, a spectacular two-level boathouse is designed for recreation and entertaining. Four dedicated watercraft positions, including specialized lifts for a pontoon and ski boat and accommodations for kayaks and paddleboards, make enjoying Lake Lure effortless. Spend the day exploring the lake or cruise to dinner at one of the restaurants along its shores. Above, an expansive sun deck provides a beautiful setting for memorable gatherings, while a screened gazebo offers a welcoming lakeside retreat for quiet moments, a good book or relaxed conversation, with the added comfort of protection from the elements. The estate encompasses multiple parcels, with inviting outdoor gathering areas and additional grounds beyond the gated residential area providing generous guest parking and space for boat trailers—an exceptional convenience for lakeside entertaining. A separate guest cottage welcomes family and friends with warm wood interiors, white oak floors, stone fireplace, kitchen, living and dining areas, two main-level bedrooms and two bathrooms. A lower-level bonus room with separate exterior access adds flexibility and privacy. Modern comforts include high-speed fiber internet with Starlink backup, Wi-Fi extending to the boathouse, surround sound, security systems, zoned climate control, city water and sewer, and a commercial-grade 70-kW generator. The finest moments deserve a remarkable setting—days on the lake, celebrations with loved ones and the simple pleasure of gathering in a place this special. At 184 Mark Twain Drive, extraordinary amenities and breathtaking surroundings offer waterfront living at its finest: an estate to experience, a lifestyle to embrace and a place to make lasting memories.

184 Mark Twain Drive, Lake Lure

Listing courtesy of Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks, Lake Lure. christa.mcelveen@howardhannatate.com

2380 New House  Road, Ellenboro
$1,980,000
1 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4435713 MLS ⋅ 875 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome to Vita Nova Farm, an exceptional 90-acre equestrian estate in the beautiful Western North Carolina countryside. Meticulously maintained and thoughtfully developed, this remarkable property combines a custom eight-stall horse barn with extensive equestrian infrastructure, established turnout areas, and opportunities for easy future expansion with a conceptual site plan already in place designed by Anderson Engineering. The impressive barn features a spacious center aisle with soaring ceilings, rubber flooring, and eight 12' x 12' stalls with Classic Equine stall fronts with removable dividers for easy expansion, interlocking rubber mat flooring, Nelson grain feeders, and individual fans. Additional amenities include a brick wash rack with hot and cold water, custom Lucas Equine cross tie posts, and 2 overhead drying fans, a climate-controlled tack room, spacious lounge, equipment/feed room, dedicated office with video monitoring of stalls and turn out paddocks, half bath, and separate laundry facilities. A well-appointed one-bedroom apartment with full kitchen, living area, full bath, walk-in closet, and private laundry offers comfortable accommodations for an owner, trainer, or caretaker. Outside, extensive four-board fencing, three expansive pastures, four dry lot paddocks, three run-in shelters, water spigots, and Varnan automatic waterers provide a well-developed foundation for any diligent horse owner in daily horse and pasture management, breeding, or training. A stone entrance with automatic gates adds a distinguished arrival, while generator wiring at the barn provides additional infrastructure. A 100’ x 200’ large grass derby field offers plenty of space for schooling and training while your future arena is being built. A graded area is already prepared for a future 175' x 275' Martin Collins competition grade riding arena and 70-foot round pen. A picturesque creek winds between the fields, and an attractive homesite presents the opportunity to build a custom residence overlooking your own equestrian retreat. With convenient access to Tryon International Equestrian Center, Asheville, and Charlotte, Vita Nova Farm offers a compelling combination of rural privacy and regional accessibility in Western North Carolina's four-season climate. Whether envisioned as a private horse farm, professional training or boarding facility, breeding operation, or destination for clinics and equestrian events, the property offers remarkable versatility. Additional possibilities may include agritourism retreats, cabins, RV sites, or other guest accommodations. Discover the possibilities of Vita Nova Farm, where substantial equestrian infrastructure meets room to grow.

2380 New House Road, Ellenboro

Listing courtesy of GreyBeard Realty. clay@greybeardrealty.com

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