
Land with Home for Sale in Morganton, North Carolina
3135 Laurel Heights Drive Ext, Morganton, NC 28655
Discover the pinnacle of modern luxury in this 2024 architectural masterpiece, perfectly positioned as a private mountain-top sanctuary on seven sprawling acres. Behind a secure gated entrance, a winding drive leads to a stunning 4,252-square-foot residence designed to blend high-end contemporary living with the serene beauty of the Blue Ridge foothills and picturesque views of Table Rock, Hawksbill, and Mt Mitchell. The heart of the home is a magnificent great room, where soaring ceilings and dramatic 30-foot-tall floor-to-ceiling windows create an immediate immersion into nature, flowing seamlessly into a professional-grade chef's kitchen featuring expansive quartz countertops, an induction range, and dual high-capacity refrigerator/freezers. The main-level primary suite offers ultimate convenience with a dual-sided tiled shower and a massive walk-in closet with direct laundry access, while the upstairs features a large loft, two bedrooms, and a full bath. Two offices in the home and high-speed internet make remote work a breeze. The walk-out lower level serves as a complete guest retreat or recreation hub. Engineered for the future and off-grid ready, the home features a complete solar panel array, two Tesla Powerwall 3 backup batteries, dual EV charging stations, and is wired/plumbed for an outdoor wood boiler. Outdoor living is redefined by expansive wraparound decking with hot tub wiring, established fruit trees, RV pad with water/power/sewer hookups, and a level sanded clearing ready for equestrian or recreational use. Enjoy total seclusion without sacrifice, located just 10 minutes from the vibrant dining of downtown Morganton and less than an hour from Asheville or Lake James. Additional land available, with up to 103 total acres.
Location
- Street address
- 3135 Laurel Heights Drive Ext
- County
- Burke County
- Zip code
- 28655
- Elevation
- 1,471 feet
Directions
I-40 exit 105. Hwy 18 S, left on Zero Mull Rd, left on Laurel Heights, right on Laurel Heights Extension, stay right at first gate and right at T and follow to top. Gated drive--no unaccompanied access.
Property details
- Acreage
- 7.027 acres
- Zoning
- R-3
- MLS #
- CMLS 4373389
- Posted
Parcels
- 2722016581
Legal description
Bukre county deed bk 2732 p28
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Franchise
- Independent
Lot
- Features
- Private, Wooded
Exterior
- Parking
- Carport, Driveway, RV
- Pool
- Deck, Patio, Porch
- Structures
- Storage
Structure
- Stories
- 2
- Basement
- Daylight, Exterior Entry, Finished, Full, Interior Entry, Storage Space, Walk-Out Access
- Water
- Well
- Heating
- Central, Ductless, Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump
- Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
- Materials
- Hardboard Siding
- Roof
- Shingle
- Windows
- Insulated Windows
Interior
- Room Count
- 14
- Rooms
- Basement, Bathroom x 4, Bedroom x 3, Bonus Room, Family Room, Laundry Room
- Flooring
- Concrete, Tile, Vinyl
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Hood, Induction Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Features
- Attic Walk in, Built-In Features, Drop Zone, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s)
Nearby schools
| Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Mull | Elementary |
| Liberty | Middle |
| Patton | High |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 27, 2026 | New listing | $1,399,900 | — | CMLS |
















































