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Escape to the peace and beauty of Western North Carolina in this exceptional mountain retreat, nestled on a private homesite within the gated community of Catawba Falls Preserve. Surrounded by long-range mountain vistas, tranquil wooded views, and cool mountain air, this home offers the privacy and serenity buyers dream of"”while remaining just 19 minutes from the restaurants, shops, and charm of downtown Black Mountain. Enjoy the best of mountain living with paved roads, nearby hiking trails, waterfalls, and outdoor recreation right outside your door. Designed to embrace its spectacular surroundings, the open-concept floor plan features soaring vaulted ceilings and dramatic walls of windows that fill the home with natural light and showcase breathtaking mountain views from nearly every room. Quality craftsmanship is evident throughout, with solid oak doors, premium finishes, and thoughtful details at every turn. The gourmet kitchen is both beautiful and functional, featuring custom hickory cabinetry, quartz countertops, a spacious pantry, and generous workspace for everyday living or entertaining. A private dining room with cathedral ceilings and mountain views creates the perfect setting for memorable meals, while the expansive family room is anchored by a gas fireplace and framed by floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the surrounding forest. An adjoining sitting room provides the ideal place to enjoy your morning coffee or unwind with a book while taking in the scenery. The spacious main-level primary suite is a true sanctuary, complete with its own fireplace, a custom walk-in closet, and a luxurious spa-inspired bath featuring dual vanities, a soaking tub, and an oversized walk-in shower with body spray jets. Two additional bedrooms and a versatile bonus room provide flexible space for guests, a home office, fitness room, or additional sleeping quarters. Outdoor living is every bit as impressive as the interior. Relax on the screened porch, gather around the gas fireplace on the private stone terrace, or entertain on the newly expanded Trex deck while taking in panoramic views that stretch to Mt. Mitchell. Every outdoor space has been designed to maximize privacy and showcase the beauty of the surrounding mountains. Additional features include an unfinished basement with abundant storage or future expansion potential, a whole-house generator, an oversized two-car garage with workshop and built-in storage, a new architectural roof (2018), two new energy-efficient HVAC systems (2025), a new water heater, and a conditioned crawl space with sump pump and dehumidifier. Offering luxury, privacy, breathtaking views, and a premier gated mountain lifestyle, this extraordinary home is the perfect blend of seclusion and convenience"”close enough to enjoy everything Black Mountain has to offer, yet tucked away in one of the area's most scenic and desirable mountain communities.
Property Type(s):
Single Family
| Tract | Catawba Falls Preserve | Year Built | 2006 |
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| Community | Catawba Falls Preserve | Garage Spaces | 2.0 |
| County | McDowell |
SCHOOLS
| Elementary School | Old Fort |
|---|---|
| Jr. High School | West McDowell |
| High School | McDowell |
Additional Details
| AIR | Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, Heat Pump, Multi Units, Zoned |
|---|---|
| AIR CONDITIONING | Yes |
| APPLIANCES | Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven |
| BASEMENT | Crawl Space, Daylight, Partial, Storage Space, Yes |
| CONSTRUCTION | Stone |
| FIREPLACE | Yes |
| GARAGE | Attached Garage, Yes |
| HEAT | Electric, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Hot Water, Propane, Zoned |
| HOA DUES | 1250 |
| INTERIOR | Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Central Vacuum, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s) |
| LOT | 2.95 acre(s) |
| LOT DESCRIPTION | Private, Views, Wooded |
| LOT DIMENSIONS | 2.95 |
| MLS STATUS | Active |
| PARKING | Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, RV Access/Parking |
| SEWER | Septic Tank |
| STORIES | 1.5 |
| STYLE | Contemporary |
| SUBDIVISION | Catawba Falls Preserve |
| UTILITIES | Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Propane, Underground Utilities |
| VIEW | Yes |
| VIEW DESCRIPTION | Mountain(s) |
| WATER | Well |
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Date last updated: 6/28/26 11:56 PM PDT
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