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***Under Construction***Designed for permanent or second home living, this 1630 sq. ft. home with touches of stonework, horizontal & vertical wood siding, barn wood shutters, cedar shakes and metal roof accents is under construction. This home by Moss Creek renowned for luxury rustic home & cabin design reflects the natural beauty of the setting. The open floor plan features window placement to capture the beauty of the NC Mountains and a kitchen that opens to a comfortable living area that flows to outdoor relaxing or entertaining. LFMC offersl underground services including sewer, water, power, and high-speed cable. ***Floor plans and pricing may vary from the MOSS CREEK plans found online and on developer's website due to ever-changing materials cost, topography of lots, etc. Some pictures are of the model home (now sold) and are labeled on each picture. Construction completion planned by 5/31/23...pick out your finishes now! View More

***Under Construction***Designed for permanent or second home living, this 1630 sq. ft. home with touches of stonework, horizontal & vertical wood siding, barn wood shutters, cedar shakes and metal roof accents is under construction. This home by Moss Creek renowned for luxury rustic home & cabin design reflects the natural beauty of the setting. The open floor plan features window placement to capture the beauty of the NC Mountains and a kitchen that opens to a comfortable living area that flows to outdoor relaxing or entertaining. LFMC offersl underground services including sewer, water, power, and high-speed cable. ***Floor plans and pricing may vary from the MOSS CREEK plans found online and on developer's website due to ever-changing materials cost, topography of lots, etc. Some pictures are of the model home (now sold) and are labeled on each picture. Construction completion planned by 5/31/23...pick out your finishes now!

***UNDER CONSTRUCTION***Designed for permanent or second home living, this 1240 sq. ft. home with touches of stonework, horizontal & vertical wood siding, barn wood shutters, cedar shakes and metal roof accents is under construction and ready for interior selections to be made. This home by Moss Creek – renowned for luxury rustic home & cabin design –reflects the natural beauty of the setting. The open floor plan features window placement to capture the beauty of the NC Mountains and a kitchen that is open to a comfortable living area that flows to outdoor relaxing or entertaining while gazing at the mountain views. Convenient to the Blue Ridge Parkway, Boone, Hiking, and many additional mountain attractions. Linville Falls Mountain Club offers all underground services including sewer, water, power, and high-speed cable. ***Exterior materials my not look exactly like the picture*** Completion planned by May 31, 2023 View More

***UNDER CONSTRUCTION***Designed for permanent or second home living, this 1240 sq. ft. home with touches of stonework, horizontal & vertical wood siding, barn wood shutters, cedar shakes and metal roof accents is under construction and ready for interior selections to be made. This home by Moss Creek – renowned for luxury rustic home & cabin design –reflects the natural beauty of the setting. The open floor plan features window placement to capture the beauty of the NC Mountains and a kitchen that is open to a comfortable living area that flows to outdoor relaxing or entertaining while gazing at the mountain views. Convenient to the Blue Ridge Parkway, Boone, Hiking, and many additional mountain attractions. Linville Falls Mountain Club offers all underground services including sewer, water, power, and high-speed cable. ***Exterior materials my not look exactly like the picture*** Completion planned by May 31, 2023

***UNDER CONSTRUCTION***Designed for permanent or second home living, this 1650 sq. ft. home with 650+/- sq. ft. of covered porches. Touches of stonework, horizontal & vertical wood siding, barn wood shutters, cedar shakes and metal roof accents is under construction and ready for interior selections to be made. This home by Moss Creek, renowned for luxury rustic home & cabin design reflects the natural beauty of the setting. The open floor plan features window placement to capture the beauty of the NC Mountains and a kitchen that is open to a comfortable living area that flows to outdoor relaxing or entertaining while gazing at the mountain views. Convenient to the Blue Ridge Parkway, Boone, Hiking, and many additional mountain attractions. Linville Falls Mountain Club offers all underground services including sewer, water, power, and high-speed cable. Construction completion planned by 5/31/23. View More

***UNDER CONSTRUCTION***Designed for permanent or second home living, this 1650 sq. ft. home with 650+/- sq. ft. of covered porches. Touches of stonework, horizontal & vertical wood siding, barn wood shutters, cedar shakes and metal roof accents is under construction and ready for interior selections to be made. This home by Moss Creek, renowned for luxury rustic home & cabin design reflects the natural beauty of the setting. The open floor plan features window placement to capture the beauty of the NC Mountains and a kitchen that is open to a comfortable living area that flows to outdoor relaxing or entertaining while gazing at the mountain views. Convenient to the Blue Ridge Parkway, Boone, Hiking, and many additional mountain attractions. Linville Falls Mountain Club offers all underground services including sewer, water, power, and high-speed cable. Construction completion planned by 5/31/23.

Move-in Ready! Beautiful new construction private cul-de-sac, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, office with closet, big master suite with walk in closet, garage, NO Hoa. Only 15 Minutes from the heart of Morganton! Proposed finish August 1,2022. Approximately One hour from Asheville, Approximately One hour and 15 mins to Charlotte Airport and approximately 30 mins to Hickory. Enjoy hiking trails like Table Rock Trail, Fonta Flora Trail Loop at Lake James and others at nearby Linville Gorge Wilderness. By appointment only. Do not go onto property unaccompanied by your agent. Pre-qualified buyers only. View More

Move-in Ready! Beautiful new construction private cul-de-sac, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, office with closet, big master suite with walk in closet, garage, NO Hoa. Only 15 Minutes from the heart of Morganton! Proposed finish August 1,2022. Approximately One hour from Asheville, Approximately One hour and 15 mins to Charlotte Airport and approximately 30 mins to Hickory. Enjoy hiking trails like Table Rock Trail, Fonta Flora Trail Loop at Lake James and others at nearby Linville Gorge Wilderness. By appointment only. Do not go onto property unaccompanied by your agent. Pre-qualified buyers only.

Timeless 3BR/2BA new construction in BelAire II.  Situated in the cul-de-sac on a large .62 acre level lot.  Bright & airy open floor plan flows easily between the living, dining and kitchen, with the back wall showcasing oversize windows. Gorgeous wood floors throughout living areas & bedrooms and large rectangular tiles in bathrooms & laundry. Spacious living room features a cozy corner fireplace with gas logs. The kitchen is a cooks dream with stunning quartzite countertops, lots of cabinet space, deep farmhouse sink overlooking a wooded lot, & stainless steel range, microwave & dishwasher.  Primary suite features his & her closets, one is a large walk-in. Ensuite bath has a luxuriously large tiled, walk-in shower w/ bench seat. Finished bonus room has plush carpeting & mini-split.  Laundry/utility room has electric washer/dryer connections. Roomy deck in private back yard opens from the living dining room & is perfect for entertaining. Attached 2-car garage with automatic opener. View More

Timeless 3BR/2BA new construction in BelAire II.  Situated in the cul-de-sac on a large .62 acre level lot.  Bright & airy open floor plan flows easily between the living, dining and kitchen, with the back wall showcasing oversize windows. Gorgeous wood floors throughout living areas & bedrooms and large rectangular tiles in bathrooms & laundry. Spacious living room features a cozy corner fireplace with gas logs. The kitchen is a cooks dream with stunning quartzite countertops, lots of cabinet space, deep farmhouse sink overlooking a wooded lot, & stainless steel range, microwave & dishwasher.  Primary suite features his & her closets, one is a large walk-in. Ensuite bath has a luxuriously large tiled, walk-in shower w/ bench seat. Finished bonus room has plush carpeting & mini-split.  Laundry/utility room has electric washer/dryer connections. Roomy deck in private back yard opens from the living dining room & is perfect for entertaining. Attached 2-car garage with automatic opener.

Brand new home, front deck just built, open floor plan, split bedroom, in lovely wooded setting close to Black Mountain. Views of trees from nearly every window.STR’s OK. Seller paying $1500 buyer closing costs! Homes in this kind of location are hard to find! Great transitioning neighborhood where newer homes in the $400K+or- range have been built. This gem is sure to appreciate in value! Upgrades include Blink camera system, sheetrock walls, stainless appliances, upgraded kitchen cabinets, range exhaust &counters. Level low maintenance front yard suitable for garden. Woods go up hill behind home offers space for workshop. New tax value next year. Only15 min. to Asheville. Under 10 min. to the picturesque Black Mountain, cute shops, walk to Lake Tomahawk, eateries, riverside dog park, farmers market, music venues and community events. All the things small town living embrace with the city of Asheville nearby! Lockbox on back door, park in rear. Please remove shoes. View More

Brand new home, front deck just built, open floor plan, split bedroom, in lovely wooded setting close to Black Mountain. Views of trees from nearly every window.STR’s OK. Seller paying $1500 buyer closing costs! Homes in this kind of location are hard to find! Great transitioning neighborhood where newer homes in the $400K+or- range have been built. This gem is sure to appreciate in value! Upgrades include Blink camera system, sheetrock walls, stainless appliances, upgraded kitchen cabinets, range exhaust &counters. Level low maintenance front yard suitable for garden. Woods go up hill behind home offers space for workshop. New tax value next year. Only15 min. to Asheville. Under 10 min. to the picturesque Black Mountain, cute shops, walk to Lake Tomahawk, eateries, riverside dog park, farmers market, music venues and community events. All the things small town living embrace with the city of Asheville nearby! Lockbox on back door, park in rear. Please remove shoes.

This home is a must-see! This truly spectacular home was built to the highest degree of craftsmanship. The peaceful and serene setting along with superior construction make this home one of a kind. Outdoor porches overlooking the beautiful landscaping and stream are breathtaking. A walk down the steps takes you over the creek to everything Christmount has to offer. SHORT-TERM RENTALS ARE ALLOWED! Owners currently run a very successful Airbnb with over 90 5-star reviews and are super hosts! The rental has its own private entrance, porch, bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, laundry area, and living room. Everything in Airbnb conveys! Instant income potential! Main floor has 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 car garage, living room, dining area, and covered porch. Adjoining basement area could also be used as an Airbnb. It has a full bath and kitchenette with an outside separate entrance. The unfinished area has a full bath installed and could be finished out for a 3rd income-producing property! View More

This home is a must-see! This truly spectacular home was built to the highest degree of craftsmanship. The peaceful and serene setting along with superior construction make this home one of a kind. Outdoor porches overlooking the beautiful landscaping and stream are breathtaking. A walk down the steps takes you over the creek to everything Christmount has to offer. SHORT-TERM RENTALS ARE ALLOWED! Owners currently run a very successful Airbnb with over 90 5-star reviews and are super hosts! The rental has its own private entrance, porch, bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, laundry area, and living room. Everything in Airbnb conveys! Instant income potential! Main floor has 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 car garage, living room, dining area, and covered porch. Adjoining basement area could also be used as an Airbnb. It has a full bath and kitchenette with an outside separate entrance. The unfinished area has a full bath installed and could be finished out for a 3rd income-producing property!

Efficient, contemporary, post and beam home, located on 8+-acres. South facing land with two access points. Underground utilities, zoned R-2, just outside Black Mountain city limits. Stream/ creek bed, lots of greenspace, acreage, for family compound and/or private estate. Mini split heat & air upstairs, with hydro heated slab. Portion of pin #. More acreage available. No drive-byes. View More

Efficient, contemporary, post and beam home, located on 8+-acres. South facing land with two access points. Underground utilities, zoned R-2, just outside Black Mountain city limits. Stream/ creek bed, lots of greenspace, acreage, for family compound and/or private estate. Mini split heat & air upstairs, with hydro heated slab. Portion of pin #. More acreage available. No drive-byes.

Just built! Appraised at $325,000 on September 7 2022! Looking for a great cabin getaway and want to have the feeling in the deep woods but have the security of a gated community and close to town? Here it is! Privacy without the seclusion! Welcome to the Wolf Ridge Estates gated community! This cabin has just been built but never used. Some final touches need to be done. Exterior of the home still needs to be stained and also the guttering needs to be put up. Upon entering the home the wide open floor plan gives easy access to the living and kitchen areas and flows into the two bedrooms. The covered wrap around porch gives that rustic country feel but the three outdoor fans give that modern touch. Theres also a stairway to the left of the home for easy walking to the lower basement level. To the left of the home is a storage shed for extra storage. Minutes from down town Spruce Pine and roughly an hour from Lake James. No drive bys, must be accompanied by an agent. View More

Just built! Appraised at $325,000 on September 7 2022! Looking for a great cabin getaway and want to have the feeling in the deep woods but have the security of a gated community and close to town? Here it is! Privacy without the seclusion! Welcome to the Wolf Ridge Estates gated community! This cabin has just been built but never used. Some final touches need to be done. Exterior of the home still needs to be stained and also the guttering needs to be put up. Upon entering the home the wide open floor plan gives easy access to the living and kitchen areas and flows into the two bedrooms. The covered wrap around porch gives that rustic country feel but the three outdoor fans give that modern touch. Theres also a stairway to the left of the home for easy walking to the lower basement level. To the left of the home is a storage shed for extra storage. Minutes from down town Spruce Pine and roughly an hour from Lake James. No drive bys, must be accompanied by an agent.

New Construction designed for your mountain getaway or investment property, located close to scenic hiking, breweries, restaurants and shopping. Only 20 mins to Black Mountain and 30 minutes to Asheville. Overlooking Jack's Mountain Preserve, this lot has privacy for those that like to enjoy outdoor spaces. There are many possibilities to convert your elevated deck into a wonderful outdoor living space. Partial views in summer but long range mountain views in the winter. This 3/2.5 has primary on main level with 2 guest rooms downstairs. Lot adjoining is listed MLS 3849479 that could provide privacy or second investment, or maybe family or friends. 1 Year Builder Warranty will convey to buyer. Come see while the leaves are still in peak!! Make sure to visit some of the great businesses in Old Fort while you are out!! View More

New Construction designed for your mountain getaway or investment property, located close to scenic hiking, breweries, restaurants and shopping. Only 20 mins to Black Mountain and 30 minutes to Asheville. Overlooking Jack's Mountain Preserve, this lot has privacy for those that like to enjoy outdoor spaces. There are many possibilities to convert your elevated deck into a wonderful outdoor living space. Partial views in summer but long range mountain views in the winter. This 3/2.5 has primary on main level with 2 guest rooms downstairs. Lot adjoining is listed MLS 3849479 that could provide privacy or second investment, or maybe family or friends. 1 Year Builder Warranty will convey to buyer. Come see while the leaves are still in peak!! Make sure to visit some of the great businesses in Old Fort while you are out!!

Looking for a cabin in a gated community only minutes from downtown Rutherfordton. Large corner lot. Large covered front porch and large covered back porch, perfect for drinking your morning coffee and watching the deer. Wanting a mountain vacation retreat plus income from an Air BnB, this one is it? Open floor plan. Three bedrooms and 2 full baths. This home is in the beautiful gated subdivision of Clearwater Creek with access to community, park, play area, picnic area and river. Close to restaurants, shopping, parks and the Thermal Belt Rail Trail. Short drive to Blue Ridge Parkway, TIEC, Chimney Rock, Lake Lure and much more. Fully furnished. View More

Looking for a cabin in a gated community only minutes from downtown Rutherfordton. Large corner lot. Large covered front porch and large covered back porch, perfect for drinking your morning coffee and watching the deer. Wanting a mountain vacation retreat plus income from an Air BnB, this one is it? Open floor plan. Three bedrooms and 2 full baths. This home is in the beautiful gated subdivision of Clearwater Creek with access to community, park, play area, picnic area and river. Close to restaurants, shopping, parks and the Thermal Belt Rail Trail. Short drive to Blue Ridge Parkway, TIEC, Chimney Rock, Lake Lure and much more. Fully furnished.

MOVE-IN READY IN RUMBLING BALD RESORT! Very Unique, Mid-Century Modern "Butterfly-Roof" house design by American Woodlands Design Studio. 3-bedrooms & 3-full bathrooms plus a 1 car oversized garage, nestled in the forest on a 1.98 acres estate lot, on a quiet, non-thru street, inside the main gate. Vaulted ceilings throughout with lots of windows for natural light! Open Floor Plan allows lots of room for cooking and entertaining. Kitchen has a huge island/soft close cabinets/quartz counters/new stainless-steel appliances/walk-in pantry. Spacious Master Suite on main floor with elegant bathroom. Split-plan Bedroom#2; Full Hall Bathroom#2. Downstairs has 10 ft ceilings throughout; Bedroom#3 or Living Area with a full bath; Bonus Room; Laundry; This energy efficient build includes Superior Walls Foundation; 6” exterior walls; Insulated steel roof by Thermasteel; 2-zone split air conditioning by Carrier; 50-year standing seam metal roof by McElroy. Adjacent Lots #1 and #4 also available View More

MOVE-IN READY IN RUMBLING BALD RESORT! Very Unique, Mid-Century Modern "Butterfly-Roof" house design by American Woodlands Design Studio. 3-bedrooms & 3-full bathrooms plus a 1 car oversized garage, nestled in the forest on a 1.98 acres estate lot, on a quiet, non-thru street, inside the main gate. Vaulted ceilings throughout with lots of windows for natural light! Open Floor Plan allows lots of room for cooking and entertaining. Kitchen has a huge island/soft close cabinets/quartz counters/new stainless-steel appliances/walk-in pantry. Spacious Master Suite on main floor with elegant bathroom. Split-plan Bedroom#2; Full Hall Bathroom#2. Downstairs has 10 ft ceilings throughout; Bedroom#3 or Living Area with a full bath; Bonus Room; Laundry; This energy efficient build includes Superior Walls Foundation; 6” exterior walls; Insulated steel roof by Thermasteel; 2-zone split air conditioning by Carrier; 50-year standing seam metal roof by McElroy. Adjacent Lots #1 and #4 also available

NEW CONSTRUCTION!!! You will not want to miss out on this beautiful 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom home in the new Eagles Landing subdivision in the Glen Alpine area adjacent to the Catawba River. The interior will feature a large living room area with 9 foot ceilings that flows into the kitchen that will feature stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops and vinyl plank flooring throughout the home. One level living at its finest with this home that will include a spacious primary bedroom and bathroom with walk in closets. Along with an additional bedroom and bathroom. View More

NEW CONSTRUCTION!!! You will not want to miss out on this beautiful 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom home in the new Eagles Landing subdivision in the Glen Alpine area adjacent to the Catawba River. The interior will feature a large living room area with 9 foot ceilings that flows into the kitchen that will feature stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops and vinyl plank flooring throughout the home. One level living at its finest with this home that will include a spacious primary bedroom and bathroom with walk in closets. Along with an additional bedroom and bathroom.

New 1 level 3 BR 2 BA home in gated community, 11.6 miles from Lake Lure in Blue Ridge Mountains of W. North Carolina. Large front porch wraps around to side deck on kitchen side and side porch on driveway/entry side. Open floor plan, ensuite Primary BR. 9' ceilings, 8' interior doors, granite and quartz counters. Sits back off street with beautiful pastoral view of community. Neighbors are close, but not too close. Historic Lake Lure: 720 acres of lake + sparkling clean beach, local arts + cuisine, golf courses, spas, gardens, river walk and more. Chimney Rock State Park, a nature's paradise: hiking trails, educational areas/events for all ages. Yogi Bear's Camp Jellystone, mins away: canoe/kayak/tube, hike/bike trails, water playground, pool, laser tag, mini golf. Guided Trail Rides,River Rides at nearby horse stables. Rutherfordton, Forest City mins away. 45 MLS to Asheville. Visit Biltmore Estate, or Carl Sandburg's home & farm. 84 ml to Charlotte, 45 mls to Spartanburg, SC. View More

New 1 level 3 BR 2 BA home in gated community, 11.6 miles from Lake Lure in Blue Ridge Mountains of W. North Carolina. Large front porch wraps around to side deck on kitchen side and side porch on driveway/entry side. Open floor plan, ensuite Primary BR. 9' ceilings, 8' interior doors, granite and quartz counters. Sits back off street with beautiful pastoral view of community. Neighbors are close, but not too close. Historic Lake Lure: 720 acres of lake + sparkling clean beach, local arts + cuisine, golf courses, spas, gardens, river walk and more. Chimney Rock State Park, a nature's paradise: hiking trails, educational areas/events for all ages. Yogi Bear's Camp Jellystone, mins away: canoe/kayak/tube, hike/bike trails, water playground, pool, laser tag, mini golf. Guided Trail Rides,River Rides at nearby horse stables. Rutherfordton, Forest City mins away. 45 MLS to Asheville. Visit Biltmore Estate, or Carl Sandburg's home & farm. 84 ml to Charlotte, 45 mls to Spartanburg, SC.

Imagine a view like this! 2 bed 1 bath cabin on silver creek springs subdivision. Private wooded lot, home is a new construction and is waiting for you! Interior doors were finished, stained & sealed with lint seed oil. All interior walls are tongue and groove white pine covered with boiled linseed oil. Foundation is 12 inch concrete piers! 2 x 8 log siding. The community well is $30 month, neighborhood touches the south mountain state park and south mountain game lands for easy access to hiking, hunting, waterfalls etc. View More

Imagine a view like this! 2 bed 1 bath cabin on silver creek springs subdivision. Private wooded lot, home is a new construction and is waiting for you! Interior doors were finished, stained & sealed with lint seed oil. All interior walls are tongue and groove white pine covered with boiled linseed oil. Foundation is 12 inch concrete piers! 2 x 8 log siding. The community well is $30 month, neighborhood touches the south mountain state park and south mountain game lands for easy access to hiking, hunting, waterfalls etc.

Newly built Home with Ultra-Luxe Primary Suite! Picturesquely situated on 29.5-acres bordering US Forest Service land, this property offers country living with a gorgeous 4BR/3BA home w/ office that could be a 5th bedroom. A 59’ X 44’ barn w/dedicated power meter and fresh spring water, multiple creeks, 3.5-acres of fenced pasture, breathtaking views of Mt. Mitchell, and a poolside oasis. Finished in 2021, the main home dazzles with an open floor-plan, wood floors, an expansive living room, and an open concept gourmet kitchen featuring black stainless-steel appliances. Completely sequestered, the entire upper-level is the main primary suite, which mesmerizes with an enormous dual entry closet and a chic en suite boasting a jetted tub, oversized shower, and dual vanities. Other features include: secondary primary bedroom (main-level), 13’ X 27’ pool, plumbed and conditioned unfinished basement, several other home sites on property, and more! Home has a 5 bed septic. Call for your tour! View More

Newly built Home with Ultra-Luxe Primary Suite! Picturesquely situated on 29.5-acres bordering US Forest Service land, this property offers country living with a gorgeous 4BR/3BA home w/ office that could be a 5th bedroom. A 59’ X 44’ barn w/dedicated power meter and fresh spring water, multiple creeks, 3.5-acres of fenced pasture, breathtaking views of Mt. Mitchell, and a poolside oasis. Finished in 2021, the main home dazzles with an open floor-plan, wood floors, an expansive living room, and an open concept gourmet kitchen featuring black stainless-steel appliances. Completely sequestered, the entire upper-level is the main primary suite, which mesmerizes with an enormous dual entry closet and a chic en suite boasting a jetted tub, oversized shower, and dual vanities. Other features include: secondary primary bedroom (main-level), 13’ X 27’ pool, plumbed and conditioned unfinished basement, several other home sites on property, and more! Home has a 5 bed septic. Call for your tour!

Marion kicked off the holiday season with its annual Christmas parade on Sunday. The event marked the beginning of the Thanksgiving and Christ…

Marion kicked off the holiday season with its annual Christmas parade on Sunday. The event marked the beginning of the Thanksgiving and Christ…

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Read through the obituaries published today in McDowell News.

Read through the obituaries published today in McDowell News.

Read through the obituaries published today in McDowell News.

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