Square hand-hewn dovetail log cabin on private 4 acre hilltop estate with west-facing long range mountain views, minutes from growing Downtown Morganton and the best of outdoor recreation in WNC. Primary BR suite entirely remodeled, boasting shiplap walls, new floors, both full baths stylishly updated. Hardwood floors, gas range and large kitchen island. Ample storage in oversized 992 SF garage w 3/4 bath, over 500 SF walk-in attic, above 870 SF carport. Carrier gas furnace w A/C, whole home humidifier, BTM wood-fired stove piped into ducts as supplemental heating option, graduated thermostatically-controlled w ventilation system. Spacious 24' x 24' shed for projects, and blackberry, grape vines and ample room for planting. Home sits on 2.96 ac, with extra 1.15 ac lot for potential new build. Property just 12 mins to Downtown Morganton, 16 mins to Ingles Grocery, 18 mins to South Mountain State Park for hiking, camping & waterfalls, 32 mins to Lake James & 58 mins to Asheville.
*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
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.96 Acres
Year renovated
2015
Sq. Ft.
2,064
Year built
1984
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Burke County
APN
39101
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 5, 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: Garage Shop, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry
Appliances: Ceiling Fan(s), Electric Oven, Electric Dryer Hookup, Exhaust Fan, Exhaust Hood, Oven, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Log
Construction Status: Complete
Roof: Composition
Exterior Features
Porch: Covered,Front
Exterior Features: Tractor Shed, Workshop
Waterfront Information
Waterfront Features: None
Property Information
Second Living Quarters: None
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Cleared, Green Area, Long Range View, Mountain View, Private, Rolling Slope, Wooded, Views, Winter View, Wooded, Year Round View
Lot Size Area: 4.12
Lot Size Dimensions: 320x475x425x250
Elevation: 2000
Road Surface Type: Concrete, Gravel, Shared
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Zoning NCM: RMU
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Installed
Water Heater Information: Electric
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Units: 0
HOA Information
HOA Subject To Dues: No
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Mull
Middle Or Junior High School: Liberty
High School: Patton
Location Information
Directions: From I-40, take Exit 104 to Enola Road, follow Enola Road SOUTH 4 miles, LEFT on Ponderosa Road across from Enola Fire Department, follow 1/2 mile to driveway marked with blue "5303" sign, take first RIGHT up driveway at "5303" sign, property through gate. Note: DRIVE-BYS NOT POSSIBLE, SHOWN BY APPOINTMENT.
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 0.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,064
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 2.96 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1984
Year Renovated: 2015
County: Burke County
APN: 39101
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 5, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 2064
Sq. Ft. Upper: 496
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1568
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Sq. Ft. Additional: 0
Second Living Quarters Sq. Ft.: 0
Second Living Quarters Heated Living Area: 0
Building Area Total: 2064
Foundation Details: Block, Crawl Space
Structure Type: 1.5 Story/Basement
Around this home
Schools
Mull Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.8mi
8/10
Liberty Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.2mi
5/10
Robert L Patton High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.8mi
8/10
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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
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 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 5.2 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$494,000 – $597,000
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