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$549,900
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4409865 MLS ⋅ 2,448 SqFt. ⋅ COMING SOON Status
Rare opportunity to own a private lakefront property in the desirable River Hills subdivision! This 3BR/2.5BA home sits on 2.66 private acres with beautiful lake views and your own private lake, ideal for kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding, and electric boats only. Home features hardwood floors throughout most of the home, except in the kitchen and bathrooms. Updates include new windows, vinyl siding, and a metal roof installed in 2016. Enjoy the beauty of mature magnolia, peach, apple, and pear trees along with established hardwoods. Burke County water and underground utilities. Conveniently located just minutes from I-40, shopping, and dining, offering the perfect combination of privacy and convenience. Don’t miss this unique waterfront retreat!

4991 Albert Williams W Road, Connelly Springs

Listing courtesy of Realty Executives of Hickory. annetteabernathy178@gmail.com
$584,900
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 4400765 MLS ⋅ 3,662 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Beautifully updated home located across from Mimosa Golf Course and very close to Downtown Morganton! This property offers a well-thought-out design with updated luxury touches throughout such as real hard woods, plantation blinds, crown molding, and more. Upon entry, note the spacious open-concept kitchen and living room w/ fireplace. At the front of the home, enjoy the inviting formal dining area. This kitchen is impressive...large island, quartz counters, custom walnut cabinets, DBL convection ovens, gas cooktop, 2 sinks w/ disposals, undermount lighting, and SS appliances. Perfectly placed 1/2 bath for guests off the living room. Have the primary bedroom you've always deserved w/ a WOW CLOSET and dreamy full bath boasting a soaker/Jacuzzi tub, custom tiled shower, dual sinks, and vanity. On the main, also find a 2nd bedroom, 2nd updated full bath, and large laundry room with storage! Downstairs, spread out in the open-concept den w/ fireplace, bar area, full bath, and 2 more bedrooms. Even better, outside you have a large partially covered/uncovered deck, lower poured patio, and lovely landscaped and fenced backyard. Noteworthy features...Elfa closet systems, tankless water heater, whole-house humidifier system, water filtration, keyless entry.

136 Mimosa Hills Drive, Morganton

Listing courtesy of WNC Real Estate at Lake James. ChristieLeonardHomes@gmail.com
$1,224,950
3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 4384899 MLS ⋅ 2,467 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
A rare find...where lifestyle,land and luxury meet, Welcome to one of Burke County's most compelling equestrian/hobby farm opportunities. The private entrance and drive with numerous mature pecan trees which accentuate the expansive lawn immediately sets a tone of peace, privacy and purpose. The custom craftsman style,meticulously maintained residence is just a short drive from Morganton or Hickory, Main floor with stained concrete flooring boasts Living Room,Gorgeous Chefs Kitchen with spacious 3'6" x 9'3" granite island, custom cabinetry, 2 built in pantrys and coffee station ,Dining/ Sunroom/Den with antique metal ceiling, Primary Bedroom with large walk-in closet,Ensuite Bath with split vanities, custom tiled shower, Laundry Room and Powder Room. Upstairs with hardwood flooring features office, 2 large bedrooms, full Bath and storage. 1x 6 tongue and groove ceilings , 1 x 8 shiplap walls throughout. Detached oversized 2 car garage has a Mother-in-Law suite above with hardwood flooring, full Bath,walk-in closet. There is a 35' x 50' Barn with 5 individual stalls,tack/tool room,concrete mezzanine floor, 13' sliding barn doors, LED lighting and receptacles with 100 amp power panel, 15'x50' upper storage/ hay loft with attached 13' x 8' deck overlooking the approx 5 acre pasture with 3 rail fencing bordered by 100+ Arborvitae "Green Giants". Newly completed 36' x 36' metal insulated 4 car garage with 30,000 BTU propane, fan forced heater, ( 2) 5' commercial 5 speed ceiling fans, ( 2 ) 10' x 10' insulated garage doors provides room for vehicles, recreation equipment, hobbies or workshop. 12 'x 36' lean to garage provides extra storage/parking area. The nearly 7 acres of land creates the ideal setting for equestrian use, hobby farm or country living. Properties that combine custom homes, equestrian potential, acreage are increasingly rare in Burke County. This exceptional estate provides the opportunity to enjoy privacy,comfort and the beauty of countryside living located all in one remarkable property. Come experience all this unique property has to offer.

7490 Oak Ridge Church Road, Connelly Springs

Listing courtesy of Engel & Volkers Foothills Lake James. drreihl@bellsouth.net
$3,400,000
4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 4381700 MLS ⋅ 4,676 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
You will feel yourself relaxing as you enter the winding drive to the ultimate private retreat offering rare waterfront seclusion set on nearly 3 wooded acres. Home is surrounded by mature landscaping with trails through rhododendron and laurel thickets and bounded on both sides by over 11 acres of community owned conservation area.This rare offering combines privacy, luxury and the ultimate waterfront lifestyle with room to breathe and space to play. Home features open floor plan perfect for large family gatherings or entertaining inside and outdoors. Could be multi-generational home with potential separate living quarters downstairs. As you enter you will find a spacious dining room. Living room with stone, woodburning fireplace with raised hearth and french doors opening to 12' x 34' screened porch with views of beautiful Lake James. Kitchen with breakfast area has newer Bosch stainless appliances, island with prep sink,5 burner cooktop, custom cabinetry and hood, walk in pantry laundry room with sink and cabinetry. Sunroom, that feels like being in a tree house, has french doors opening to screened porch. Enormous primary suite with lighted tray ceiling opens to ensuite bath with dual vanities, jetted tub, walk in tiled shower and huge primary closet. Upstairs features large bedroom with ensuite bath with tiled surround tub, bedroom #3, full bath and office (BR #4), large bonus room over garage, has no closet (potential BR 5) Walk out basement level has enormous family room with stone wood burning fireplace. wet bar,potential game room/billiard area, full kitchen with stainless appliances, wine room, pantry,safe room, huge storage room. Lower level opens to 12' x 34' covered patio. Additional sunroom/greenhouse/entertaining area features tons of windows, stone walls with mini split, hot and cold water. Gentle walk or use path for ATV to covered dock with aluminum ramp, trex decking, hydro-hoist, kayak launch in deep clear water secluded cove. Plenty of room on dock to sit and enjoy your early morning coffee or afternoon glass of wine and enjoy serenity of the lake. Just a 3 minute boat ride or golf cart ride to Camp Lake James. Ownership in 1780 affords you membership to the Camp with amazing amenities including community events, restaurant, fitness center, kids pool, Jr olympic sized pool, hot tub, pickleball and tennis courts, beach with lake toys, docks and outdoor lakeside bar. Home has attached oversized garage, Separate 25' x 37' garage for Rv/boat storage. New 30 yr roof 2024, main heat pump 2026, new hot water heater 2025, house painted 2022,new sump pump 2025. House has 4 BR septic permit. Bonus room over garage (BR#5) has no closet. Home conveys partially furnished. Duke Energy. Please take your clients to visit Camp Lake James!

2050 Long Rifle Ridge Road Unit #28 & 28A, Nebo

Listing courtesy of Engel & Volkers Foothills Lake James. drreihl@bellsouth.net
$215,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4374365 MLS ⋅ 1,150 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
Move in ready one level 3 Br/ 1.5 Ba ranch w/ basement and new detached 3 vehicle carport & outbuilding for additional storage. Pleasantly sitting on a 1.3-acre plat ready to be fenced for pets, play or gardening. Plenty of room for RV Parking conveniently located to amenities of shopping, I-40, Catawba River and Lake James activities. Public water, sewer, trash & cable. Welcoming front deck opens to charm and a "feel at home" floorplan. Covered back deck overlooks a private useable acre. Primary bedroom w/ adjoining 2nd bedroom making it perfect for a nursery, small child, elderly parent or Office. Open kitchen and dining area with ample cabinets & appliances remaining. Separate Laundry room with full size hookups. Updated full bathroom and half bath in third bedroom with ample closet space. Replacement windows and blinds. HVAC 2024. Please no drive-by. Shown by Appointment only.

103 J A Ross Street, Morganton

Listing courtesy of The Powers Realty Group LLC. ptoni@bellsouth.net
$1,250,000
3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 4373389 MLS ⋅ 4,251 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Discover the pinnacle of modern luxury in this 2024 architectural masterpiece, perfectly positioned as a private mountain-top sanctuary on seven sprawling acres. Behind a secure gated entrance, a winding drive leads to a stunning 4,252-square-foot residence designed to blend high-end contemporary living with the serene beauty of the Blue Ridge foothills and picturesque views of Table Rock, Hawksbill, and Mt Mitchell. The heart of the home is a magnificent great room, where soaring ceilings and dramatic 30-foot-tall floor-to-ceiling windows create an immediate immersion into nature, flowing seamlessly into a professional-grade chef’s kitchen featuring expansive quartz countertops, an induction range, and dual high-capacity refrigerator/freezers. The main-level primary suite offers ultimate convenience with a dual-sided tiled shower and a massive walk-in closet with direct laundry access, while the upstairs features a large loft, two bedrooms, and a full bath. Two offices in the home and high-speed internet make remote work a breeze. The walk-out lower level serves as a complete guest retreat or recreation hub. Engineered for the future and off-grid ready, the home features a complete solar panel array, two Tesla Powerwall 3 backup batteries, dual EV charging stations, and is wired/plumbed for an outdoor wood boiler. Outdoor living is redefined by expansive wraparound decking with hot tub wiring, established fruit trees, RV pad with water/power/sewer hookups, and a level sanded clearing ready for equestrian or recreational use. Enjoy total seclusion without sacrifice, located just 10 minutes from the vibrant dining of downtown Morganton and less than an hour from Asheville or Lake James. Additional land available, with up to 103 total acres.

3135 Laurel Heights Drive Extension, Morganton

Listing courtesy of Engel & Volkers Foothills Lake James. polly.leadbetter@evrealestate.com
$525,000
6 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4361672 MLS ⋅ 2,406 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Discover the charm, space, and potential of this unique property just outside Valdese, NC. Originally built in 1940 and thoughtfully expanded over the years, this spacious home provides plenty of room for a large family or multi-generational living. With the possibility of building on separate portions of the parcel, the opportunities are endless. Recent updates include two new water heaters, a new refrigerator, new dishwasher, updated washer and dryer, attic insulation installed last year, electrical upgrades, and updated ceiling fans and lighting throughout the living areas and patio. Outside, enjoy a large storage shed with attic space, conveniently connected to the second-story back patio by a unique bridge walkway. Located in a quiet neighborhood with easy access to local amenities, this property is approximately one hour from Asheville, Charlotte, and Boone, offering both peaceful living and convenience.

3780 Cook Road, Valdese

Listing courtesy of Beycome Brokerage Realty LLC. 804-656-5007
$209,900
1 Baths ⋅ 4365539 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Don't miss out on the opportunity to make this unique lot on NC-18 yours! Zoned R-MU with approx. 250ft road frontage and 350sq ft office building this lot is the perfect place for a small roadside business! Whether it's an office, coffee shop, small-scale food service, nail salon or an arts/crafts studio this lot has the potential for it all! NCDOT reports 4,555 average annual daily traffic for this stretch of highway in 2025. Office building approx. 350sq ft with bathroom + shower on a 24" slab. 8x8 storage shed on property as well. Fifth wheel RV on property is hooked into utilities and is included in the sale of property. Public water on property ready to be hooked into.

5161 Nc Hwy 18 S None, Morganton

Listing courtesy of Roper Real Estate, LLC. ethanroper98@gmail.com
$599,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4364186 MLS ⋅ 2,132 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
New Price! Charming cottage-style home on 5.34 fully fenced acres offering privacy, versatility, and income potential. This 4BR/3BA home features 2,132 sq ft with a functional layout ideal for full-time living, vacation use, or investment. The main level includes wood-look tile flooring, a spacious living area with cozy fireplace, granite kitchen, dedicated laundry, and a bedroom with full bath access—perfect for guests or flexible use. Upstairs offers hardwood floors, a private primary suite with balcony and full bath, plus three additional rooms suitable for bedrooms, office space, or hobbies. The property includes multiple living areas, allowing for separation of space and comfortable hosting. Outdoor features include several seating areas to enjoy peaceful country views, along with a barn, detached garage, and small cellar for storage or utility use. A new roof adds value and peace of mind. Being sold fully furnished, including décor, linens, and tractor—making this a true turnkey opportunity. Suitable for short-term rental, long-term rental, Airbnb, bed & breakfast, or mini farm use (buyer to verify). No HOA. Conveniently located just minutes from Valdese, Morganton, and Lake James, offering easy access to local amenities, dining, and outdoor recreation.

1771 Drexel Road, Valdese

Listing courtesy of Seller Solutions. homesbygena@gmail.com
$925,000
2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4336034 MLS ⋅ 3,249 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Extraordinary 19.62-acre mountain compound offering breathtaking long-range views, river frontage, and exceptional versatility. The property features approximately 200 feet of frontage along the John’s River, with expansive open spaces ideal for picnicking, camping, and enjoying the natural surroundings. A 3,000+ square foot rustic log home overlooks the river and showcases a generous wrap-around porch, creating the perfect setting for relaxing or entertaining. The home offers three levels of living space, blending timeless mountain character with flexible accommodations for family and guests. The property also includes a large storage garage capable of accommodating an RV or motorhome, along with a private grass runway and substantial hangar building—ideal for aviation enthusiasts or easily repurposed as an impressive workshop or hobby space. From the level runway area, take in stunning, unobstructed views of iconic Table Rock. A tranquil pond further enhances the natural setting. Additional features include fenced areas suitable for horses, a chicken coop for gathering fresh eggs, and ample space for gardens and small-scale homesteading. This remarkable property offers the opportunity to create a private estate by building a custom dream home at the upper elevation to capture sweeping mountain vistas, while utilizing the existing log home as a guest residence or secondary home. With the ability to support multiple residential structures and allowance for vacation rentals, this unique compound presents an exceptional blend of privacy, lifestyle, and long-term potential.

4021 & 4022 Johns River Road, Morganton

Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Blue Ridge REALTORS®. jonaharrell@gmail.com
$2,700,000
4263026 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
At 2,539 ft elevation, Hidden Hill Venue & Conference Center delivers sweeping panoramic views of Grandfather Mtn, Lake James, Mt.Mitchell & the Black Mtn Range w/ potential for both continued commercial use or a private luxury estate conversion. The centerpiece is a 4,790 sq ft barn-style structure built in 2017, blending the elegance of a southern estate w/ the functionality of an open-concept event space. Soaring ceilings, upscale finishes & seamless indoor-outdoor flow provide a stunning backdrop for weddings, retreats, or residential living. 2024 updates include a new extended patio ($20K), sealcoated driveway, new underground drain pipes & fresh sod across 40% of the front yard. New booster pump, sprinkler pump & water pressure tank. HVAC unit received a new compressor in 2024. Serene & accessible, between Asheville & Charlotte. 70-car parking lot, established vendors & a loyal client base. This is a turn-key venue opportunity—or a mountaintop retreat waiting to be reimagined.

6572 Burkemont Road, Morganton

Listing courtesy of True North Realty. Katie@nctruenorthrealty.com

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