OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE! TURNKEY SHORT-TERM RENTAL NEAR LAKE JAMES!
Looking for a Lake James investment property, turnkey short-term rental, tiny home, or private mountain getaway? This unique modern container home offers an opportunity to own 3.98 private acres near Lake James, NC, with no HOA and plenty of room to explore future possibilities.
Designed for efficient, low-maintenance living, this approximately 320-square-foot container home is already set up for weekend getaways or short-term rental use. The thoughtfully designed interior includes a breakfast bar, electric cooktop, beverage refrigerator, ductless mini-split heating and cooling, and an easy-to-maintain layout.
Nature is a major part of the property’s appeal. A 30-foot hiking trail easement and an 80-foot creek-side park easement border the property, creating added privacy and outdoor appeal that can make a vacation rental especially attractive. Seasonal winter mountain views add to the setting.
The nearly 4-acre unrestricted property with no HOA offers flexibility for buyers interested in a tiny home, homestead, recreational property, vacation rental, or future second home. The existing well and septic systems were strategically sited to accommodate the potential placement of a second home, providing an opportunity to expand the property’s possibilities.
Located just minutes from Lake James, one of North Carolina’s premier recreational lakes, this property puts boating, fishing, hiking, swimming, and mountain recreation within easy reach.
Whether you’re looking for a Lake James vacation rental investment, tiny home retreat, mountain getaway, homestead property, or income-producing short-term rental, this property offers a rare combination of land, privacy, flexibility, and proximity to the lake.
Owner financing is available, making this an opportunity worth exploring.
Schedule your private tour today and discover what this unique Lake James property could become.
- Heating System:
- Ductless
- Cooling System:
- Ductless
- Parking:
- Driveway
- Interior Features:
- Breakfast Bar
- Laundry Features:
- In Kitchen
- Sewer:
- Septic Installed
- Waterfront Features:
- Other - See Remarks
- Appliances:
- Electric Cooktop, Bar Fridge
- Country:
- US
- State:
- NC
- County:
- Mc Dowell
- City:
- Nebo
- Street:
- Forest Lake Preserve
- Zipcode:
- 28761
- Street:
- Forest Lake Heights
- Street Number:
- 678
- Street Suffix:
- Drive
- Longitude:
- W82° 3' 6.6''
- Latitude:
- N35° 43' 58''
- Directions:
- GPS works in the area
- Elementary School:
- Nebo
- High School:
- Mc Dowell
- Middle School:
- East McDowell
- Office Name:
- Love The Green Real Estate Consulting Firm
- Agent Name:
- Mary Love
- TaxAnnualAmount:
- $0
- TaxAssessedValue:
- $0
- AssociationFee:
- $0
- Construction Materials:
- Other - See Remarks
- Foundation Details:
- Pillar/Post/Pier
- Levels:
- One
- Water Body Name:
- Lake James
- Water Source:
- Well
- List Agent Mls Id:
- mlove
- List Office Mls Id:
- NCM30580
- Listing Term:
- Cash,Owner Financing
- Mls Status:
- Active
- Modification Timestamp:
- 2026-09-16T09:03:09Z
- Originating System Name:
- Canopy
- Special Listing Conditions:
- None
- Status Change Timestamp:
- 2026-09-15T17:10:44Z
Residential For Sale
678 Forest Lake Heights Drive, Nebo, North Carolina 28761
- Property Type :
- Residential
- Listing Type :
- For Sale
- Listing ID :
- 4424103
- Price :
- $200,000
- View :
- Winter
- Bedrooms :
- 1
- Bathrooms :
- 1
- Square Footage :
- 320 Sqft
- Year Built :
- 2025
- Status :
- Active
- Full Bathrooms :
- 1
- Property Sub Type :
- Single Family Residence























