Waters Edge Homes with Cleared Lot Description

Waters Edge Homes with Cleared Lot Description

Welcome to Waters Edge, a hidden gem nestled in the picturesque city of Morganton, North Carolina. This charming neighborhood is a perfect blend of natural beauty and modern living, making it an ideal place for families, retirees, and anyone seeking a peaceful retreat.

Waters Edge boasts stunning views of the nearby lakes and rolling hills, offering residents a serene environment that feels like a vacation year-round. The community is characterized by its friendly atmosphere, where neighbors become friends, and outdoor activities abound. Whether you enjoy hiking, fishing, or simply taking leisurely strolls along the water’s edge, this neighborhood provides ample opportunities to embrace the great outdoors.

One of the standout features of Waters Edge is the availability of homes with cleared lots, allowing you to design and build your dream home without the hassle of extensive land preparation. These cleared lots provide a blank canvas for your vision, whether you prefer a cozy cottage or a sprawling estate. With the backdrop of the stunning North Carolina landscape, your future home will be a sanctuary of comfort and tranquility.

The neighborhood is conveniently located near Morganton’s vibrant downtown area, where you can explore local shops, dine at cozy restaurants, and enjoy cultural events. With excellent schools and community resources, Waters Edge is not just a place to live; it’s a place to thrive.

Discover the charm of Waters Edge, where the beauty of nature meets the warmth of community. Your dream home awaits in this idyllic neighborhood!

Newest Waters Edge Homes with Cleared Lot Description

$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
$469,500
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4368154 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Main level living with mountain views from your living room! Arts & Crafts style home ideally located in the walkable and desirable Waters Edge Subdivision. This open floor plan living home offers natural light pouring in from every window. Covered front porch and spacious side deck with long range mountain views. Beautiful pre-finished wood floors throughout kitchen and main living area. Stainless steel appliances, large kitchen island and granite counter tops in the kitchen. Minutes to the Ecusta trail, downtown Hendersonville, Etowah Golf Course, Asheville Airport, restaurants, shops and more! Book your showing today!

223 River Breeze Lane, Etowah

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Mtn Partners, LLC. juliesetterlind@kw.com
$1,499,000
3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 4360898 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
Where the mountains meet the water, this breathtaking lakefront retreat on the shores of Lake James delivers a lifestyle most only dream about. Rare lakefront opportunity on stunning Lake James — one of Western North Carolina's most prized mountain lakes. This exceptional 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers 2,270 sq ft of thoughtfully designed living space on 1.84 private acres, delivering resort-style living with a brand-new infinity-edge swimming pool that spills visually into breathtaking, unobstructed lake views. Whether entertaining or unwinding, the seamless indoor-outdoor flow and panoramic Blue Ridge Mountain backdrop create an atmosphere of unmatched tranquility and luxury. The Fonta Flora State Trail runs directly through the backyard, providing immediate trail access for hiking and biking along one of NC's most celebrated multi-use trail systems — with plans to ultimately connect Morganton to Asheville. Step off your property and onto miles of scenic trails without ever getting in your car. Lake James offers over 6,500 surface acres and 150+ miles of shoreline for boating, kayaking, paddleboarding, and world-class fishing including largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, walleye, muskie, and crappie. Lake James State Park, Whippoorwill Farm at Fonta Flora Brewery, Linville Gorge Wilderness Area, Grandfather Mountain, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and downtown Morganton's dining and shopping scene are all just minutes away. Asheville and the Biltmore Estate are an easy 45-minute drive. Properties combining 1.84 acres of direct lakefront, a new infinity pool, and trail-to-backyard connectivity at Lake James are extraordinarily rare. This is Western NC lakefront living at its absolute finest.

2063 W Bluewater Drive, Morganton

Listing courtesy of EXP Realty LLC Ballantyne. 828-337-2200
$675,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4366618 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
This beautifully maintained 2022 single-level cabin offers the perfect blend of modern comfort and serene mountain living. Nestled on approximately 100 feet of gentle frontage along Jonathan Creek, the home features an open, vaulted-ceiling floor plan that creates a bright and spacious feel throughout. The heart of the home is a spacious kitchen with a large island with a breakfast bar, stunning granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances. It flows seamlessly into the dining area and great room, where a cozy gas log fireplace with custom built-ins serves as the focal point for relaxing evenings. Beautiful wood flooring runs throughout the living spaces. The large primary suite boasts a luxurious dual-sink vanity, walk-in closet, and private bath. Two additional bedrooms and a second full bath provide ample space for family or guests. Outdoor living shines with a covered front porch for welcoming guests, a large rear deck with partial Trex decking for entertaining, and a lower patio area perfect for unwinding by the creek. An oversized single-car garage adds convenient storage and parking. Just minutes from the historic Cataloochee area, I-40 access, Lake Junaluska, and downtown Waynesville’s shops, dining, and breweries, this cabin delivers easy access to year-round mountain adventures while offering peaceful creek-side privacy. Built with quality and low-maintenance living in mind, this home is move-in ready for your Smoky Mountain dream home.

44 Rapid Waters Way, Waynesville

Listing courtesy of Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Waynesville. brian.noland@allentate.com
$75,000
4363272 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Located in Waters Edge - a gated community at Lake James! Conveniently situated approximately 20 minutes from downtown Morganton. Community amenities include shared beach access, common area with fire pit, and direct access to the Fonta Flora Trail. Public boat access is located approximately 5 miles away. Suitable for primary residence, second home, or investment property.

2018 Starlight Lane, Morganton

Listing courtesy of Nest Realty Morganton. sarah.pettus@nestrealty.com
$50,000
4296022 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Beautiful lot for sale at Waters Edge on Lake James! Waters Edge is a private lakefront community with tons of amenities including lake access, community beach, boat launch, fire pit, walking trails and more. The neighborhood features paved roads, underground utilities, public water availability & direct access to the Fonta Flora State Trail! This corner lot is level and 0.66 acres in size, making it easy to build! Just a short commute to Downtown Morganton restaurants, shopping & schools! Contact Listing Agent for more information!

2033 Starlight Lane Unit #111, Morganton

Listing courtesy of United Country Real Estate - The McLemore Group. kayla@themclemoregroup.com
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