Welcome to your Lake James retreat, where thoughtful improvements, beautiful waterfront, and an inviting setting come together for effortless lake living. Located at **3089 Moonlight Drive in Morganton**, this property offers the opportunity to enjoy one of Western North Carolina’s most sought-after lakes with much of the waterfront work already completed.
The current owner has made a **substantial investment in enhancing and protecting the property**, including a **new dock, extensive landscaping, and significant seawall improvements**. These upgrades have transformed the shoreline and outdoor spaces, creating an attractive, well-planned setting designed to maximize enjoyment of the lake.
Whether spending the morning on the dock, heading out for a day of boating, or unwinding by the water at sunset, this property is all about embracing the **Lake James lifestyle**. The improved landscaping provides a polished transition from the home to the waterfront, while the updated shoreline and dock add both function and appeal.
Lake James is known for its **clear mountain water, boating, fishing, swimming, and breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountain surroundings**. With Morganton nearby and outdoor recreation throughout the Lake James area, this location offers the perfect balance of privacy, recreation, and convenience.
A special opportunity for a **primary residence, weekend retreat, or second home**, 3089 Moonlight Drive offers more than a place at the lake—it offers a waterfront property where significant time, planning, and investment have already gone into creating an exceptional setting.
**Come experience Lake James and see firsthand the improvements that make this property ready to enjoy from day one.**
Property Details
- View
- Water
- Lot Features
- Cul-De-Sac, Waterfront
- Lot Description
- Cul-De-Sac, Waterfront
- Exterior Materials
- Dock - Floating
- Acres
- 0.0
- Lot Size (sqft)
- 0.76
- Property Type
- Purchase
- Sewer Information
- Septic Needed
- Utility Source
- City
- Utility Features
- Electricity Connected
- Subdivision
- Waters Edge
- Community Features
- Gated, Street Lights, Walking Trails
- Elementary School
- Glen Alpine
- Middle School
- Table Rock
- High School
- Freedom
- County
- Burke
- Region
- Morganton
- Original List Price
- $749,900
- Days on Market (Cumulative)
- 24
- HOA
- 1
- MLS #
- 4416693
- Property Subtype
- Lot
- Waterfront
- 1
- Parcel Number
- 62976
- MLS #
- 4416693
- Waterfront Type
- Retaining Wall, Dock
- Waterfront Features
- Retaining Wall, Dock
- Date Listed
- August 22, 2026
- Address
- 3089 W Moonlight Place
Location
Legal
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Provided By
Listed by Hilary Repass (#CARcv71525)
Listing Office: RE/MAX A-Team (#CARcv366)
