Waterfront homes for sale & real estate in Burke County, NC

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ABOUT THIS HOME
Waterfront Home for sale in Burke County, NC:
Some homes offer a view. This Southpointe waterfront retreat offers a panorama so broad, natural, and uninterrupted that it becomes the defining experience of the property. From the moment you enter, Lake James fills the windows and the mountain horizon stretches far beyond the water. Instead of looking across at neighboring homes, the eye travels over open lake, the forested shoreline of Lake James State Park, and layer after layer of Blue Ridge peaks. Only the slightest glimpse of another house may be visible, allowing the setting to feel private and almost untouched. The panorama encompasses many of Western North Carolina's most recognizable landmarks, including Mt. Mitchell and the Seve

$3,250,000

6 beds5 baths6,085 sq ft

Private overlook • Expansive windows • Forested shoreline

5140 Beech Bluff Dr, Morganton, NC 28655

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Waterfront Home for sale in Burke County, NC:
Experience lakefront living on the main channel of Lake Rhodhiss in the gated community of Paradise Harbor. Offering 4,741 square feet of living space and approximately 150 feet of shoreline with a sandy beach, this spacious home combines an impressive open-concept design with the peaceful lifestyle of the lake. The main level is centered around a stunning living room featuring soaring vaulted ceilings, exposed wood beams, oversized windows, and a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace. An open staircase with natural wood railings and black metal balusters complements the home’s custom architectural details. The expansive kitchen is designed for gathering and entertaining, offering a massiv

$1,149,000

4 beds5 baths4,741 sq ft

Lakefront living • Gated community • Sandy beach

2371 W Paradise Harbor Dr, Connelly Springs, NC 28612

ABOUT THIS HOME
Waterfront Home for sale in Burke County, NC:
This beautifully maintained 1956 brick ranch home offers the perfect blend of space, comfort, and accessibility on 6.65 rolling acres adorned with mature, producing fruit trees. Nestled in a serene Burke County setting, the property features a highly desirable single-level layout designed for seamless everyday living. The heart of the home showcases an open-concept eat-in kitchen and den that flows naturally into a spacious living room centered around a classic fireplace and custom built-in shelving. The private primary suite provides a peaceful retreat with a full bathroom, a walk-in shower, and two generous walk-in closets. Two additional bright bedrooms and a second full bath offer ample

$479,000

3 beds2 baths2,176 sq ft

Classic fireplace • Brick ranch home • 6.65 rolling acres

8031 George Hildebran School Rd, Connelly Springs, NC 28612

ABOUT THIS HOME
Waterfront Home for sale in Burke County, NC:
Tucked in the sought-after Hully Gully area of 1780 , this 3000-square-foot Arts and Crafts-inspired home blends craftsman character with easy mountain-lake living, right down to a deeded boat slip and direct access to the community trail leading to Camp Lake James. The open main level is anchored by a living room with a stone fireplace and custom built-ins, plus a cute reading nook tucked under the stairs-a perfect place for a nap or kids to sleep. Hardwood floors run throughout. The kitchen's large quartzite island flows into an open dining area leading to an uncovered deck and a screened porch with its own wood-burning fireplace — ideal for three-season entertaining. The primary su

$1,425,000

3 beds3 baths2,953 sq ft

Flexible bonus space • Open dining area • Screened porch

3201 Donahue Dr, Nebo, NC 28761

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Waterfront Home for sale in Burke County, NC:
Nestled among the forest with hints of lake and mountain views through the trees, this charming log home offers the perfect blend of rustic character and comfortable modern living. A large covered front porch welcomes you in and provides the perfect place to relax and take in the peaceful surroundings. Inside, the home features a thoughtfully designed layout with well-defined living spaces that are not open concept, yet still offer an easy, natural flow from room to room. Warm wood accents and abundant windows throughout allow each space to feel inviting while still maintaining its own sense of purpose and privacy. The kitchen is a standout, offering updated finishes, modern conveniences, a

$849,900

4 beds3.5 baths3,820 sq ft

Tiled flooring • Full kitchen • Updated finishes

6012 Holiday Shores Ave, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 5411 Rainhill Church Rd, Morganton, NC 28655, 3 beds, 2 baths

$259,999

3 beds2 baths1,280 sq ft

5411 Rainhill Church Rd, Morganton, NC 28655

Property at 1301 Independence Trl, Morganton, NC 28655, 2 beds, 2.5 baths

$309,000

2 beds2.5 baths1,770 sq ft

1301 Independence Trl, Morganton, NC 28655

Property at 1826 Lake Vista Dr NE #2, Connelly Springs, NC 28612, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$660,700

3 beds2.5 baths2,583 sq ft

1826 Lake Vista Dr NE #2, Connelly Springs, NC 28612

Property at 2202 Island View Ln NE #5, Connelly Springs, NC 28612, 3 beds, 2 baths

$596,700

3 beds2 baths2,071 sq ft

2202 Island View Ln NE #5, Connelly Springs, NC 28612

Property at 110 Linville St, Morganton, NC 28655, 2 beds, 1.5 baths

$145,000

2 beds1.5 baths850 sq ft

110 Linville St, Morganton, NC 28655

Property at 2015 12th Street Dr NW, Hickory, NC 28601, 5 beds, 3.5 baths

$499,000

5 beds3.5 baths3,318 sq ft

2015 12th Street Dr NW, Hickory, NC 28601

Property at 113 Falls St, Morganton, NC 28655, 4 beds, 3 baths

$349,900

4 beds3 baths3,010 sq ft

113 Falls St, Morganton, NC 28655

Property at 1843 US Highway 70 Hwy, Connelly Springs, NC 28612, 3 beds, 1.5 baths

$245,000

3 beds1.5 baths1,260 sq ft

1843 US Highway 70 Hwy, Connelly Springs, NC 28612

Property at 2765 Piney Rd, Morganton, NC 28655, 3 beds, 2 baths

$229,000

3 beds2 baths1,490 sq ft

2765 Piney Rd, Morganton, NC 28655

Property at 121 Rhyne St, Morganton, NC 28655, 3 beds, 1 bath

$229,900

3 beds1 bath1,097 sq ft

121 Rhyne St, Morganton, NC 28655

Property at 7803 Nc 183 None, Newland, NC 28657, 2 beds, 2 baths

$449,500

2 beds2 baths1,459 sq ft

7803 Nc 183 None, Newland, NC 28657

Property at 1876 Drexel Rd, Valdese, NC 28690, 2 beds, 1.5 baths

$229,900

2 beds1.5 baths1,349 sq ft

1876 Drexel Rd, Valdese, NC 28690

Property at 1156 Campbells Trce, Nebo, NC 28761, 1 bed, 1 bath

$665,000

1 bed1 bath676 sq ft

1156 Campbells Trce, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 997 Bethel Ridge Ln, Morganton, NC 28655, 2 beds, 2 baths

$120,000

2 beds2 baths924 sq ft

997 Bethel Ridge Ln, Morganton, NC 28655

Property at 2124 Starlight Ln, Morganton, NC 28655, 3 beds, 3.5 baths

$1,050,000

3 beds3.5 baths3,120 sq ft

2124 Starlight Ln, Morganton, NC 28655

Property at 501 Independence Trl, Morganton, NC 28655, 2 beds, 2.5 baths

$350,000

2 beds2.5 baths1,536 sq ft

501 Independence Trl, Morganton, NC 28655

Property at 2079 Dockside Pl, Connelly Springs, NC 28612, 4 beds, 3.5 baths

$999,000

4 beds3.5 baths2,619 sq ft

2079 Dockside Pl, Connelly Springs, NC 28612

Property at 1563 Calls Lodge Ct, Morganton, NC 28655, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$2,250,000

3 beds2.5 baths4,647 sq ft

1563 Calls Lodge Ct, Morganton, NC 28655

Property at 302 Catawba Ave, Hickory, NC 28601, 2 beds, 1 bath

$198,000

2 beds1 bath1,040 sq ft

302 Catawba Ave, Hickory, NC 28601

Property at 5022 Old NC 18 Hwy, Connelly Springs, NC 28612

$150,000

Studio— baths— sq ft

5022 Old NC 18 Hwy, Connelly Springs, NC 28612

Property at 4991 Albert Williams Rd W, Connelly Springs, NC 28612, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$549,900

3 beds2.5 baths2,448 sq ft

4991 Albert Williams Rd W, Connelly Springs, NC 28612

Property at 4634 Harbor View Ter, Morganton, NC 28655, 3 beds, 3 baths

$789,900

3 beds3 baths2,947 sq ft

4634 Harbor View Ter, Morganton, NC 28655

Property at 205 Inglewood Dr, Morganton, NC 28655, 4 beds, 3 baths

$309,900

4 beds3 baths2,220 sq ft

205 Inglewood Dr, Morganton, NC 28655

Property at 661 Lenoir Rd, Morganton, NC 28655, 3 beds, 2 baths

$349,900

3 beds2 baths1,480 sq ft

661 Lenoir Rd, Morganton, NC 28655

Property at 214 Harbor Ridge Dr, Connelly Springs, NC 28612, 3 beds, 2 baths

$595,000

3 beds2 baths2,056 sq ft

214 Harbor Ridge Dr, Connelly Springs, NC 28612

Property at 103 Silver Creek Rd, Morganton, NC 28655, 2 beds, 1 bath

$173,000

2 beds1 bath965 sq ft

103 Silver Creek Rd, Morganton, NC 28655

Property at 7868 Kinglet Rd, Connelly Springs, NC 28612, 2 beds, 1 bath

$45,000

2 beds1 bath800 sq ft

7868 Kinglet Rd, Connelly Springs, NC 28612

Property at 101 Falls St, Morganton, NC 28655, 3 beds, 2 baths

$254,900

3 beds2 baths1,559 sq ft

101 Falls St, Morganton, NC 28655

Property at 5021 Little Acre Rd, Nebo, NC 28761, 3 beds, 3 baths

$1,025,000

3 beds3 baths1,927 sq ft

5021 Little Acre Rd, Nebo, NC 28761

Property at 4639 Harbor View Ter, Morganton, NC 28655, 4 beds, 3 baths

$860,000

4 beds3 baths3,542 sq ft

4639 Harbor View Ter, Morganton, NC 28655

Property at 1099 Amherst Rd, Morganton, NC 28655, 3 beds, 1.5 baths

$305,900

3 beds1.5 baths1,582 sq ft

1099 Amherst Rd, Morganton, NC 28655

Property at 308 Riverwalk Dr, Connelly Springs, NC 28612, 5 beds, 5 baths

$2,050,000

5 beds5 baths5,756 sq ft

308 Riverwalk Dr, Connelly Springs, NC 28612

Property at 4950 Canterbury Pl, Morganton, NC 28655, 5 beds, 5.5 baths

$2,400,000

5 beds5.5 baths6,579 sq ft

4950 Canterbury Pl, Morganton, NC 28655

Property at 311 West Union St, Morganton, NC 28655, 5 beds, 3 baths

$924,900

5 beds3 baths3,304 sq ft

311 West Union St, Morganton, NC 28655

Property at 2199 Castle Peak Mtn, Connelly Springs, NC 28612, 4 beds, 3.5 baths

$1,290,000

4 beds3.5 baths3,609 sq ft

2199 Castle Peak Mtn, Connelly Springs, NC 28612

Property at 2186 Long Rifle Ridge Rd, Nebo, NC 28761, 4 beds, 4 baths

$2,700,000

4 beds4 baths4,043 sq ft

2186 Long Rifle Ridge Rd, Nebo, NC 28761

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Waterfront Homes for Sale in Burke County

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