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27 Anchor Drive

Nebo, NC 28761

Active 157 days on market Price cut to $2,599,000 Aug 11, 2026 Listing ID CAR 298986793

$2,599,000

Est. $15,022/mo See my rate

$524/Sq Ft

5 bd · 4 ba · 4,960 sqft · $524/sqft

5 Beds
4 Baths
4,960 Sq Ft
$524/Sq Ft
2006 Built
.87 acres Single Family Residence The Arbor At Lake James Listed Apr 4, 2026 Updated Aug 31, 2026 HOA $990/yr

Waterfront

WaterLake James

HOA & Association

Dues$990/yrMonthly≈ $83/mo

About This Home

Set against the dramatic backdrop of the Linville Mountains, this exceptional residence offers an elegant blend of refined mountain living, craftsmanship, and Lake James waterfront access. The home is thoughtfully designed for both gracious, entertaining and relaxed everyday living. Custom woodwork, soaring cathedral ceilings, expansive windows, and a commanding stone fireplace create a warm yet sophisticated atmosphere. The gourmet kitchen is appointed with a six-burner Wolf gas range with pot filler, Wolf double wall ovens, Sub-Zero refrigerator, and wine cooler. A light-filled sunroom offers a tranquil space to linger, while the great room provides an inviting setting for gathering beside the fireplace. The primary suite features a beautiful soaking tub, tiled shower, and custom walk-in closet. Multiple screened porches on the main and lower levels extend the living experience outdoors, with space for dining, entertaining, and grilling. The lower level is designed for effortless guest accommodations and recreation, offering a spacious den, billiard/game room, three guest bedrooms, two full bathrooms, screened porch, deck, and hot tub. A privately situated bedroom or office above the garage includes a full bathroom, providing additional flexibility for guests or work-from-home living. Outside, the property embraces its Lake James setting with lake views, a floating dock, double boat lifts, and sun deck. Framed by pristine mountain rivers, wooded slopes, and the grandeur of the Linville Mountain Gorge, Lake James provides a distinctive setting where sophisticated comfort and the enduring beauty of the mountains and water come together.

*Home includes a rare and coveted tram incline system providing easy lake access for you and your boating supplies down to the boat dock.

*Sold furnished; Buyer's choice of 2016 Chaparral 21 H2O Bowrider 225hp inboard/outboard; OR 2016 Stratos 186 Bass boat 115hp Mercury Optimax, with trolling motor.

Property history

  1. Aug 11, 2026
    Price reduced $2,599,000 Active
    Was $2,699,000
  2. Jul 2, 2026
    Price reduced $2,699,000 Active
    Was $2,850,000
  3. May 27, 2026
    Price reduced $2,850,000 Active
    Was $2,999,000
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  1. Apr 4, 2026
    Listed for sale $2,999,000 Active
    157 days on market
  2. May 5, 2016
    Sold $800,000 Closed
    Listed $999,000 · Jan 28, 2014 828 days on market
    Previously sold for $800,000
  3. Apr 2, 2016
    Price reduced $999,000 Closed
    Was $1,099,000
  4. Jan 28, 2014
    Previously listed $999,000 Closed
  5. Mar 7, 2012
    Sold $900,000 Closed
    Listed $975,000 · Jan 4, 2012 63 days on market
    Previously sold for $900,000
  6. Jan 4, 2012
    Previously listed $975,000 Closed

Property Details

Interior Details

Heating
  • Heat Pump
Flooring
  • Carpet
  • Tile
  • Wood
Main Level Sq Ft
2340
Room Count
18
Upper Level Sq Ft
850
Garage Sq Ft
610
Main Level Bedrooms
1
Upper Level Bedrooms
1
Main Level Full Baths
1
Main Level Half Baths
1
Door Features
  • Insulated Door(s)
  • Pocket Doors
  • Screen Door(s)
Upper Level Full Baths
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Basement Bedrooms
3
Total Bathrooms
5
Window Features
  • Insulated Window(s)
  • Window Treatments
Basement Full Baths
2
Laundry Features
  • Laundry Room
  • Main Level
Unheated Main Sq Ft
350
Interior Features
  • Attic Walk In
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Built-in Features
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Hot Tub
  • Kitchen Island
  • Open Floorplan
  • Storage
  • Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Wet Bar
Main Level Garage
Yes
Security Features
  • Smoke Detector(s)
Unheated Sq Ft
700
Fireplace Features
  • Den
  • Gas Log
  • Gas Vented
  • Great Room
Unheated Basement Sq Ft
350

Dwelling And Structure

Architectural Style
  • Arts and Crafts
Accessibility Features
  • Two or More Access Exits
Construction Type
Site Built

Square Footage And Levels

Levels
  • One and One Half
Above Grade Finished Area
3190
Below Grade Finished Area
1770

Parking And Garage

Parking Features
  • Driveway
  • Attached Garage
  • Garage Faces Front

Exterior Features

Roof
  • Architectural Shingle
Exterior Features
  • Above Ground Hot Tub / Spa
  • Dock - Floating
  • Hot Tub
Construction Materials
  • Hardboard Siding
  • Stone
Patio And Porch Features
  • Covered
  • Deck
  • Enclosed
  • Front Porch
  • Patio
  • Porch
  • Rear Porch
  • Screened

Lot And Land

Lot Features
  • Level
  • Sloped
  • Steep Slope
  • Wooded
  • Views
  • Waterfront
Lot Size Acres
0.87
Lot Size Units
Acres

Basement And Foundation

Basement
  • Daylight
  • Exterior Entry
  • Finished
  • Full
  • Interior Entry
  • Storage Space
  • Walk-Out Access
  • Walk-Up Access
Foundation Details
  • Basement

Waterfront And View

View
  • Water
Waterfront Features
  • Boat Lift
  • Dock
  • Paddlesport Launch Site
  • Paddlesport Launch Site - Community

Utilities

Sewer
  • Septic Installed
Utilities
  • Electricity Connected
  • Fiber Optics
  • Propane
  • Underground Power Lines
  • Underground Utilities
  • Wired Internet Available
Water Source
  • Well

Financial Information

City Taxes Paid To
No City Taxes Paid

Zoning And Restrictions

Zoning
R3
Subject To Ccrs
Yes
Restrictions
  • Architectural Review
  • Other - See Remarks
Restrictions Description
See Restrictive Covenants

Listed by Janet Blake (828-450-5359) · Ivester Jackson Blackstream (828-367-9001)

Location

Address
27 Anchor Drive
City
Nebo, NC 28761
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Schools

Elementary
Nebo
Middle
East McDowell
High
McDowell

School assignments may change. Contact the school district to confirm.

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