Discover the best of Lake James living in this beautifully maintained waterfront home offering stunning mountain and lake views from nearly every room. Designed for easy entertaining and comfortable everyday living, the open floor plan features two bedrooms on the main level, including a spacious primary suite with double vanities, soaking tub and oversized shower. The dining area flows seamlessly into the kitchen with island, large pantry, and abundant cabinetry. A convenient laundry room offers additional cabinetry and a sink. In the great room, a two-sided gas fireplace creates a focal point and connects the interior to the outdoor living spaces. Ash hardwood floors throughout main level. Step onto the covered deck and enjoy the spectacular views. The finished lower level expands the living space with a game area, family room, second full kitchen, two additional bedrooms, and a hall bath. An additional den or potential fifth bedroom with its own full bath provides flexible accommodations for guests. A large storage area offers excellent potential for an office, hobby space, or additional storage. Speakers throughout the home add to the entertainment experience, with plenty of storage to keep everything organized. With an gentle walk to the water, gazebo, and two-slip dock, enjoying the lake is easy. One slip is covered and equipped with a lift, the second is uncovered. there is also a separate jet ski dock. Dock is equipped with tv hookup, speakers, power and water via pump from the lake. Gather around the fire pit after a day on the lake or enjoy the views from the gazebo with its durable metal roof. The low-maintenance Hardie board exterior and two-car garage with workshop area make ownership easy. Short-term rentals are allowed providing and income generation-rental history is available. Furnishings, boat, and kayaks are negotiable, making this an exceptional opportunity to enjoy Lake James immediately. The Arbor is a quiet gated community jut 15 minutes from Marion NC where you can go for shopping , dining and entertainment. The Arbor community also features walking trails, a lakeside picnic pavilion and boat storage area. Short drive to to hiking and biking trails in Pisgah NF and Fonta Flora State Trail.
Property Details
- Interior
- Breakfast Bar, Garden Tub, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump
- Heating
- Central, Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Propane
- Cooling Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 4.0
- Full Baths
- 4
- View
- Long Range,Mountain(s),Water,Year Round
- Lot Features
- Rolling Slope, Wooded, Views, Waterfront
- Stories
- 1
- Lot Description
- Rolling Slope, Wooded, Views, Waterfront
- Exterior Materials
- Fire Pit, Dock - Floating
- Acres
- 0.0
- Square Feet
- 4879.0
- Lot Size (sqft)
- 0.893
- Parking Features
- Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front
- Parking
- 1
- Parking Type
- Driveway
- Parking Garage Spaces
- 2.0
- Property Type
- Purchase
- Basement
- 1
- Basement Description
- Daylight, Exterior Entry, Finished, Full, Interior Entry, Storage Space, Walk-Out Access
- Basement Finished
- 1
- Year Built
- 2004
- Foundation
- Basement
- Roof
- Architectural Shingle
- Sewer Information
- Septic Installed
- Utility Source
- Well
- Utility Features
- Electricity Connected, Fiber Optics, Underground Power Lines, Underground Utilities, Wired Internet Available
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Propane Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer/Dr
- Subdivision
- The Arbor at Lake James
- Community Features
- Boat Storage, Gated, Lake Access, Picnic Area, Walking Trails
- Elementary School
- Unspecified
- Middle School
- East McDowell
- High School
- McDowell
- County
- McDowell
- Region
- Nebo
- Zoning
- R
- Original List Price
- $2,399,000
- Days on Market (Cumulative)
- 17
- HOA
- 1
- HOA Fees
- 995.0
Location
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Listed by Polly Leadbetter (#CARpollyl)
Listing Office: Engel & Volkers Foothills Lake James (#CARNCM81490)
