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3097 W Moonlight Place

Morganton, NC 28655

Pending 37 days on market Listing ID CAR301822679

$1,625,000

3 bd · 3 ba · 2,701 sqft · $602/sqft

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,701 Sq Ft
$602/Sq Ft
2018 Built
Single Family ResidenceWaters EdgeMay 7, 2026

Highlights

2018 build3 bedroomsSingle Family ResidenceWaters EdgeFireplaceBasementWaterfrontScenic ViewHOA Community

About This Home

Refined Lakefront Living on Lake James – Waters Edge, Morganton, NC

Welcome to a rare offering where luxury meets the effortless beauty of lakefront living. Set along 251 feet of pristine, walkable shoreline, this exceptional Timberblock home captures what so few properties on Lake James can—a true connection to the water. Here, gentle terrain leads you to your own private beach, fire pit, and covered dock with boat lift, creating a setting that feels more like a private retreat than a residence.

Designed for those who truly appreciate time on the water, the property is equipped with a touch-less boat cover system—providing effortless protection for your boat without the hassle of traditional covers—along with installed shoreline protection to preserve the integrity of this exceptional waterfront.

Thoughtfully constructed using Timberblock’s advanced panelized building system, the home blends timeless craftsmanship with modern performance. Its high-efficiency insulated envelope provides year-round comfort, while the superior wall basement system and full-house generator offer lasting quality and peace of mind.

Inside, clean modern finishes complement the warmth of the log-style design, while a fully finished basement offers refined additional living space for hosting family and guests. Outdoors, the experience continues with covered seating areas, curated low-maintenance landscaping, and softly lighted pathways that guide you from the home to the water’s edge, creating an inviting atmosphere both day and night.

Select furnishings, including premium outdoor furnishings curated for lakefront living, are negotiable with an acceptable offer. Thoughtfully designed for both relaxation and entertaining, the property offers an effortless transition into summer on Lake James or the opportunity to create an exceptional luxury vacation rental experience.

Beyond its beauty, this property offers exceptional versatility. With short-term rentals permitted, it presents a rare opportunity to own a luxury retreat that can also serve as a highly desirable vacation investment, appealing to those seeking an elevated Lake James experience.

Located within the gated Waters Edge community, residents enjoy low HOA fees, a community beach, and direct access to the Fonta Flora State Trail. Just minutes away, you’ll find Perry’s Berrys Vineyard & Winery and Fonta Flora Brewery Whippoorwill Farm, with the natural beauty of Linville Gorge nearby, and the culture of Asheville and Biltmore Estate within easy reach. Downtown Morganton is just 15 minutes away.

With its uncommon combination of expansive usable waterfront, elevated construction quality, and thoughtfully designed outdoor living, this home represents a truly distinguished opportunity on Lake James.

A place to gather. A place to retreat. A place to live exceptionally.

Property Details

Interior Details

Heating
  • Ductless
  • Heat Pump
Flooring
  • Concrete
  • Tile
  • Wood
Sqftmain
1168
Roomcount
7
Sqftlower
0
Sqftthird
0
Sqftupper
365
Sqftgarage
342
Bedroommain
1
Bedroomlower
0
Bedroomthird
0
Bedroomupper
1
Fullbathmain
1
Halfbathmain
1
Fullbathlower
0
Fullbaththird
0
Fullbathupper
1
Halfbathlower
0
Halfbaththird
0
Halfbathupper
0
Half Bathrooms
1
Bedroombasement
1
Bedroomsecondlq
0
Total Bathrooms
4
Fullbathbasement
1
Fullbathsecondlq
0
Halfbathbasement
0
Halfbathsecondlq
0
Laundry Features
  • In Basement
Sqftunheatedmain
0
Mainlevelgarageyn
1
Security Features
  • Security System
Sqftunheatedlower
0
Sqftunheatedthird
0
Sqftunheatedtotal
0
Sqftunheatedupper
0
Fireplace Features
  • Gas
  • Gas Log
Sqfttotalpropertyhla
2701
Sqftunheatedbasement
0
Sqftsecondlivingquarters
0
Sqftsecondlivingquartershla
0

Dwelling And Structure

Architectural Style
  • Arts and Crafts
  • Cabin

Square Footage And Levels

Levels
  • One and One Half
Above Grade Finished Area
1533
Below Grade Finished Area
1168

Parking And Garage

Open Parking
true
Carport Spaces
0
Parking Features
  • Driveway
  • Attached Garage
Open Parking Spaces
3

Exterior Features

Roof
  • Architectural Shingle
Exterior Features
  • Fire Pit
  • Dock - Floating
Construction Materials
  • Other - See Remarks
Patio And Porch Features
  • Deck
  • Front Porch
  • Patio
  • Porch
  • Rear Porch
  • Side Porch

Lot And Land

Lot Features
  • Waterfront
Lot Size Units
Acres

Basement And Foundation

Basement
  • Finished
  • Walk-Out Access
Foundation Details
  • Basement

Waterfront And View

View
  • Water
Waterfront Features
  • Beach - Public

Utilities

Sewer
  • Septic Installed
Utilities
  • Wired Internet Available
Water Source
  • County Water

Financial Information

Citytaxespaidto
No City Taxes Paid
Hoasubjecttodues
Mandatory

Zoning And Restrictions

Zoningspecification
P R M C

Listed by Heidi Barrier (828-442-4039) · EXP Realty LLC (888-584-9431)

Location

Address
3097 W Moonlight Place
City
Morganton, NC 28655
Community
Waters Edge
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Schools

Elementary
Oak Hill
Middle
Table Rock
High
Freedom

School assignments may change. Contact the school district to confirm.

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