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Property Description

Exceptional waterfront living awaits at 23 Anchor Dr. in The Arbor at Lake James, where luxury, comfort and effortless lake living come together in one remarkable turnkey package. Built in 2025 and meticulously maintained, this like-new home has been a highly successful short-term rental while offering an ideal design for full-time living. The thoughtfully crafted main-level floor plan features a spacious primary suite and secondary bedroom, each with private en-suite baths. The open-concept living area showcases a gas fireplace, granite countertops, upgraded stainless steel smart appliances with Wi-Fi connectivity, abundant natural light and seamless flow for relaxing and entertaining. The finished walkout lower level offers 2 additional bedrooms, full bath, wet bar area and second gas fireplace, creating exceptional space for family and guests. Outside, enjoy the best of Lake James from your private waterfront setting featuring over 100 feet of shoreline and tucked within a peaceful cove known for fishing and calm waters. The impressive two-tier dock features a boat lift, upper-level lounging area and diving platform, providing the perfect place to swim, relax, entertain and take in the lake views. Offered fully furnished and including the dock, boat lift, pontoon boat and jet ski, this turnkey waterfront retreat is ready to enjoy from day one. Located within the desirable gated Arbor community with walking trails, community pavilion and boat/RV storage, all that’s missing-is you!

Features
Heating System:
Heat Pump
Cooling System:
Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump
Basement:
Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Storage Space, Finished, Daylight, Walk-Out Access, Walk-Up Access
Fireplace:
Gas, Living Room, Recreation Room
Patio:
Front Porch, Covered, Deck
Parking:
Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side
Exterior Features:
Other - See Remarks, Dock - Floating
Flooring:
Laminate, Marble
Interior Features:
Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Walk-In Closet(s), Split Bedroom, Storage, Other - See Remarks
Laundry Features:
Laundry Room, Main Level
Sewer:
Septic Installed
Utilities:
Electricity Connected, Phone Connected, Cable Available
Waterfront Features:
Dock, Paddlesport Launch Site, Boat Lift
Appliances
Appliances:
Electric Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, Disposal, Wine Refrigerator
Address Map
Country:
US
State:
NC
County:
Mc Dowell
City:
Nebo
Street:
The Arbor at Lake James
Zipcode:
28761
Street:
Anchor
Street Number:
23
Street Suffix:
Drive
Longitude:
W82° 2' 8.1''
Latitude:
N35° 43' 15.9''
Directions:
GPS will get you there. If coming from Asheville: take I-40 East to exit 81. Turn left onto Sugar Hill Road towards Marion. Go left on Logan Street. Turn right onto US-70. Take left on Memorial Park Road to gated entrance to the Arbor on left onto Hight Ridge Trail. Gate code will be with showing instructions. Take High Ridge Trail to left on Turning Leaf Drive. Right onto Anchor Drive. 23 Anchor Dr. will be on your left before the cul-de-sac at the end.
Neighborhood
Elementary School:
Nebo
High School:
Mc Dowell
Middle School:
East McDowell
MLS Addon
Office Name:
Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Asheville-Biltmore Park
Agent Name:
Leslie Elliott
TaxAnnualAmount:
$0
TaxAssessedValue:
$0
AssociationFee:
$0
Additional Information
Community Features:
Gated, Lake Access, Walking Trails, Picnic Area, RV Storage, Boat Storage
Construction Materials:
Fiber Cement
Foundation Details:
Basement
Garage:
2
Levels:
One
Lot Features:
Wooded, Sloped, Waterfront
Previous Price:
1449000
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Virtual Tour:
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Water Body Name:
Lake James
Water Source:
Well
Financial
Association Fee:
950
Association Fee Frequency:
Annually
Association Yn:
1
Listing Information
List Agent Mls Id:
LAELAE
List Office Mls Id:
NCM10051
Mls Status:
Active
Modification Timestamp:
2026-10-14T23:44:05Z
Originating System Name:
Canopy
Special Listing Conditions:
Subject to Lease
Status Change Timestamp:
2026-06-09T20:14:47Z

Residential For Sale

23 Anchor Drive, Nebo, North Carolina 28761

4 Bedrooms
4 Bathrooms
3,262 Sqft
$1,399,000
Listing ID #4391693
Basic Details
Property Type :
Residential
Listing Type :
For Sale
Listing ID :
4391693
Price :
$1,399,000
View :
Water
Bedrooms :
4
Bathrooms :
4
Half Bathrooms :
1
Square Footage :
3,262 Sqft
Year Built :
2025
Status :
Active
Full Bathrooms :
3
Property Sub Type :
Single Family Residence
Roof:
Architectural Shingle
Agent info
Contact Agent
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