Nestled on 17.88 serene acres, this Douglas fir timber frame home offers craftsmanship, eco-conscious upgrades, and natural beauty—all just 15 minutes from Morganton, NC's charming downtown. Crossing over Irish Creek as you approach, you’ll feel an immediate connection to nature and tranquility. 3BR, 3BA home features a soaring cathedral ceiling, gorgeous stone fireplace, and inviting open-concept design perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Enjoy modern, sustainable living with a solar panel array-grid tie system, solar hot water, and a whole-house generator. Natural well water and raised garden beds make it easy to embrace a self-sufficient lifestyle. The expansive acreage offers plenty of space for gardening, exploring, or simply unwinding in nature. This property is more than just a home—it’s a sanctuary. Whether you’re looking for a garden to table lifestyle, to reduce your carbon footprint, or simply escape the hustle and bustle, this incredible retreat is ready to welcome you.
Single-familyProperty Type
2002Year Built
17.88 acresLot Size
$240Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Leanne Brittain• Nest Realty Morganton
Contact: leanne.brittain@nestrealty.com
Bought with Kimery Laugh Crowder• Keller Williams Unified
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
0.5
Stories
1.25
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
17.87 Acres
Year renovated
2005
Sq. Ft.
3,580
Year built
2002
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Burke County
APN
67927
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 16, 2026.
R-MU
Rural Mixed-Use District
The Rural Mixed-Use District (R-MU) district is intended to allow residential and non-residential development to occur with fewer restrictions in less urbanized areas of the county. The intended result is less conflict between adjacent property owners while maintaining the rural appearance of the area.
Interior Features: Open Floorplan, Storage, Walk-in Closet(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher, Exhaust Hood, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Oven, Refrigerator, Solar Hot Water, Trash Compactor
Flooring: Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Cedar Shake, Wood
Roof: Shingle
Waterfront Information
Waterfront Features: None
Property Information
Other Equipment: Generator
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Zoning: RMU
Zoning Specification: Burke Co
Lot Information
Lot Features: Creek Front, Flood Fringe Area, Flood Plain/Bottom Land, Private, Wooded
Lot Size Area: 17.88
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road, Other - See Remarks
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Installed
Utilities: Solar
Location
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Oak Hill
Middle Or Junior High School: Table Rock
High School: Freedom
Location Information
Directions: From Downtown Morganton take N. Green Street which becomes Hwy 181. Turn left onto Fish Hatchery Road and left onto Irish Creek Road. Turn left when pavement ends and cross Irish Creek, take the driveway to the left. See sign.
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 0.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,580
Stories: 1.25
Lot Size: 17.87 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2002
Year Renovated: 2005
County: Burke County
APN: 67927
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 16, 2026
Other
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 3508
Living Area: 3508
Above Grade Finished Area: 3,508
Sq. Ft. Upper: 808
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 2700
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Basement
Levels: One and One Half
Team Information
Buyer Team ID: TM100603
Buyer Team Mls Id: R22331
Around this home
Schools
Oak Hill Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.9mi
3/10
Table Rock Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.9mi
7/10
Freedom High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.1mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Morganton, NC • 28655
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 5.1 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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5.1 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$802,000 – $970,000
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