Waterfront - Primary on Main
Address
5140 Beech Bluff Drive, Morganton, NC
Price
$ 3,250,000
Property Attributes
- ID#4420970
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyBURKE
- CityMorganton
- AreaBurke County
- NeighborhoodSouthpointe
- Zip28655
- Style
- Year Built2005
- Price$ 3,250,000
- Bedrooms6
- Full Bathrooms4
- Half Bathrooms2
- Sqr Footage6085
- Lot Size0.67 Acres
Data Source:
Canopy MLS
Property Description
Some homes offer a view. This Southpointe waterfront retreat offers a panorama so broad, natural, and uninterrupted that it becomes the defining experience of the property. From the moment you enter, Lake James fills the windows and the mountain horizon stretches far beyond the water. Instead of looking across at neighboring homes, the eye travels over open lake, the forested shoreline of Lake James State Park, and layer after layer of Blue Ridge peaks. Only the slightest glimpse of another house may be visible, allowing the setting to feel private and almost untouched. The panorama encompasses many of Western North Carolina's most recognizable landmarks, including Mt. Mitchell and the Seven Sisters, Dobson's Knob, Wiseman's View, Shortoff Mountain, and, in the far distance, Grandfather Mountain. Set on a hidden drive at the end of a quiet cul de sac, the home was designed to keep this landscape in constant view. Expansive windows and glass doors frame the water from the great room, dining area, kitchen, primary suite, and outdoor living spaces. Step onto the covered porch, screened porch, wraparound deck, or open deck and the panorama widens further. These spaces offer front row seating for mist rising from the lake, clouds gathering around Mt. Mitchell, and distant mountains fading from deep green to blue. Whether enjoying coffee at sunrise, dinner outdoors, or a quiet evening, the setting feels more like a private overlook than a neighborhood home. Inside, approximately 6,085 square feet provides the scale to host family and friends while preserving the warmth of a mountain lake retreat. The great room features soaring wood ceilings, exposed beams, rich wood floors, and a dramatic stone fireplace, all positioned to complement rather than compete with the view. The open kitchen offers a large island, generous cabinetry, gas cooking, wall oven, warming drawer, beverage and wine refrigerators, and a walk in pantry. The adjoining dining area makes the lake and mountains the backdrop for every gathering. The main level primary suite offers privacy, convenience, and a peaceful place to wake to water and mountain scenery. Two upper level bedrooms and a full bath provide comfortable guest accommodations. The daylight walkout lower level includes three additional bedrooms, two full baths, one half bath, a den, second kitchen, wet bar, play room, laundry, and storage. With six bedrooms, four full baths, and two half baths, everyone can gather comfortably while still finding a quiet place of their own. The journey to the waterfront is part of the experience. Leaving the house, you pass an outdoor shower before following a smooth, gentle path with a hand railing toward the lake. Along the way, a covered gazebo offers a wonderful place to pause, sit, and take in the remarkable view across the water, state park, and mountains. Continue to the shoreline, where a floating dock, covered structure, and boat lift make it easy to enjoy boating, swimming, paddling, and exploring Lake James. At the end of the day, return to the gazebo or porch and watch the mountains transform as the light moves across the protected shoreline and distant ridgelines. This is more than a spacious Lake James waterfront home. It is a rare vantage point where the lake, state park, and an extraordinary collection of mountain landmarks come together in one sweeping view. For buyers seeking privacy, natural beauty, and a landscape that feels almost entirely free of development, 5140 Beech Bluff Drive offers a perspective that must be experienced in person.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Oak Hill Elementary School | Table Rock Middle School | Freedom High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 9/3/2026 | Listed $3,250,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 6085 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer,Sewage Pump |
| Heating | Central,Forced Air,Heat Pump |
| Cooling | Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air,Heat Pump,Zoned |
| Utilities | Cable Available,Electricity Connected,Fiber Optics,Propane,Satellite Internet Available,Underground Power Lines,Underground Utilities,Wired Internet Available |
| Roof | Architectural Shingle,Metal |
| Appliances | Bar Fridge,Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Exhaust Fan,Exhaust Hood,Gas Range,Ice Maker,Microwave,Oven,Refrigerator,Refrigerator with Ice Maker,Wall Oven,Warming Drawer,Washer,Washer/Dryer,Wine Refrigerato |
| HOA Fee | 1100 |
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Covered,Deck,Front Porch,Porch,Rear Porch,Screened,Side Porch,Wrap Around |
| Security Features | Security System,Smoke Detector(s) |
| Construction Materials | Hardboard Siding,Stone,Wood |
| Year Built | 2005 |
| View | Long Range,Mountain(s),Water,Winter,Year Round |
| Levels | Two |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Parcel Number | 1754826896 |
| Elevation | 1000 |
| Waterfront Features | Boat Lift,Covered structure,Dock |
| Community Features | Clubhouse,Lake Access,Outdoor Pool,Street Lights,Walking Trails |
| HOA Fee 2 | 176.14 |
| Assoc Fee Paid Per | Annually |
| County | Burke |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | Yes |
| Subdivision Name | Southpointe |
| Garage Y/N | Yes |
| Other Structures | Gazebo |
| Full Baths | 4 |
| Directions | From NC 126,turn into Southpointe on Southpointe Drive and follow it through the community to Beech Bluff Drive. GPS will take you to 5140 Beech Bluff Drive; the home is on the right side of the cul- |
| High School | Freedom |
| City | Morganton |
| Body of Water | Lake James |
| Association Name | Catawba Valley Prop. Mgt |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Carport Y/N | No |
| HOA Fee 2 Frequency | Semi-Annually |
| Elementary School | Oak Hill |
| Middle/Junior High School | Table Rock |
| Additional Parcels Y/N | No |
| Virtual Tour | https://youtu.be/hYisrWO70is |
| Standard Status | Active |
| CAR_HOASubjectTo | Required |
| Construction Type | Site Built |
| Restrictions | Architectural Review,Building,Square Feet,Subdivision |
| Tax Assessed Value | 1761380 |
| Virtual Tour | https://youtu.be/hYisrWO70is |
| Listing Terms | Cash,Conventional |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Attic Stairs Pulldown,Breakfast Bar,Built-in Features,Central Vacuum,Entrance Foyer,Kitchen Island,Open Floorplan,Pantry,Storage,Walk-In Closet(s),Walk-In Pantry,Wet Bar |
|---|---|
| Basement | Daylight,Exterior Entry,Full,Interior Entry,Partially Finished,Storage Space,Walk-Out Access |
| Flooring | Carpet,Concrete,Tile,Wood |
| Fireplace Features | Fire Pit,Great Room,Propane,Wood Burning |
| Basement (Y/N) | Yes |
| Window Features | Window Treatments |
| Fireplace Y/N | Yes |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 3469 |
| Half Baths | 2 |
| Laundry Features | In Basement,Laundry Room,Main Level,Multiple Locations,Sink |
| Total Bedrooms | 6 |
| Below Grade Finished Area | 2616 |
| Total Baths | 6 |
| SqFt Main | 2394 |
| SqFt Garage | 653 |
| SqFt Upper | 1075 |
| Bedroom | 1 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Dock - Floating,Porte-cochere |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Driveway,Attached Garage,Garage Door Opener |
| Lot Features | Level,Paved,Private,Sloped,Wooded,Views,Waterfront |
| Water Source | Public |
| Lot Size Area | 0.67 |
| Foundation Details | Basement |
| Road Surface Type | Asphalt,Paved |
| Door Features | Insulated Door(s),Sliding Doors |
| Other Equipment | Fuel Tank - Leased,Surround Sound |
| Road Responsibility | Publicly Maintained Road |
| Main Level Garage YN | Yes |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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