1742 Southpointe Dr., Morganton, NC 28655

With expansive lake and mountain views from almost every room, this light-filled contemporary craftsman exemplifies the old saying “life is better on the lake!" Melding modern and classic architecture, this residence makes the best of waterfront living with a private beach and upper and lower, full-width decks overlooking the water and out to the mountains beyond. A stacked stone fireplace presides over the great room on the main level while the lower level features a wet bar and media/home theater room. For those that do, working from home is a pleasure in the sunroom/office with its wall of windows and French doors that lead out to the deck. Discover a life as unique as the location of Lake James itself — one of North Carolina’s most pristine mountain lakes. Located less than 50 miles to Asheville and 90 miles to Charlotte, Lake James offers private, waterfront living with close proximity to two thriving North Carolina metropolises.