SELLER OFFERING A $13,000 CREDIT AT CLOSING to buy down your interest rate or cover closing costs with an acceptable offer submitted by 11/30/2026!
Discover your mountain escape at 1016 Horizon Trail in Pisgah Preserve, a gated community bordering Pisgah National Forest near Lake James in Nebo, North Carolina. Offered at $699,000, this log home combines rustic character with modern comfort and spectacular long range mountain views. Set on 1.92 wooded acres, it offers a peaceful setting for a primary residence, weekend getaway, or potential vacation rental.
Built in 2016, the home features 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, 1 half bathroom, and approximately 2,817 square feet of heated living space across three levels. The great room welcomes you with warm wood finishes, a gas log fireplace, and an open floor plan connecting the living, dining, and kitchen areas. A kitchen island makes gathering easy, while the main level primary suite offers comfort and convenience. A mud room with laundry completes the main floor.
Upstairs, two bedrooms, a full bathroom, and flexible space offer room for guests and relaxation. The daylight basement adds a recreation room, office, bonus room, full bathroom, storage, and walkout access. The bonus room offers space for overnight guests, hobbies, or a media room.
Outside, the rolling, wooded homesite creates a sense of seclusion. Enjoy changing seasons, fresh mountain air, and beautiful scenery near the end of a cul de sac. Pisgah Preserve offers gated access and a community clubhouse, with annual HOA dues of $600. The wooded surroundings and long range views create an inviting backdrop for gathering with friends or unwinding after a day outdoors.
Outdoor adventure begins almost at your doorstep. Pisgah Preserve directly borders Pisgah National Forest, with protected woodlands just steps from the community. Explore regional hiking opportunities, watch for native wildlife, and enjoy the Blue Ridge foothills. Nearby Linville Gorge Wilderness is known for dramatic mountain scenery and challenging trails, while the Blue Ridge Parkway offers memorable drives and seasonal color.
Lake James is another outstanding destination close to home. Spend your days boating, fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding, or enjoying clear water framed by mountain scenery. Lake James State Park offers hiking, mountain biking, paddling, picnicking, and seasonal swimming at Paddy's Creek. Explore the Fonta Flora State Trail and historic Overmountain Victory Trail, or launch a boat from a public access area for a day on the lake.
Winter brings even more possibilities. Sugar Mountain Resort near Banner Elk offers skiing, snowboarding, and seasonal activities, approximately an hour to an hour and a half from the Nebo area depending on route and road conditions. Nearby Marion and Morganton offer restaurants, breweries, shops, and small town charm. From summer lake days and autumn hikes to winter adventures, enjoy Western North Carolina in every season.
Short term rentals are allowed under the listed community restrictions, offering flexibility for buyers considering a personal getaway with potential rental use, subject to applicable requirements. Experience authentic log home character, mountain views, privacy, and access to outdoor recreation.
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Property Type(s):
Single Family
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Tract
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Pisgah Preserve
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Year Built
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2016
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Community
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Pisgah Preserve
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County
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Burke
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SCHOOLS
| Elementary School |
Glen Alpine |
| Jr. High School |
Table Rock |
| High School |
Freedom |
Additional Details
| AIR |
Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Heat Pump, Zoned |
| AIR CONDITIONING |
Yes |
| APPLIANCES |
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Range, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer/Dryer |
| BASEMENT |
Daylight, Exterior Entry, Full, Interior Entry, Storage Space, Walk-Out Access, Yes |
| CONSTRUCTION |
Fiber Cement, Log |
| FIREPLACE |
Yes |
| HEAT |
Central, Heat Pump, Zoned |
| HOA DUES |
600 |
| INTERIOR |
Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s) |
| LOT |
1.92 acre(s) |
| LOT DESCRIPTION |
Cul-De-Sac, Level, Private, Rolling Slope, Sloped, Views, Wooded |
| LOT DIMENSIONS |
Irregular |
| MLS STATUS |
Active |
| PARKING |
Driveway |
| SEWER |
Septic Tank |
| STORIES |
1.5 |
| STYLE |
Cabin, Post and Beam, Rustic |
| SUBDIVISION |
Pisgah Preserve |
| UTILITIES |
Electricity Connected, Propane |
| VIEW |
Yes |
| VIEW DESCRIPTION |
Mountain(s) |
| WATER |
Well |
| WATER ACCESS |
Lake James |
Listed with Keller Williams Unified
Date last updated: 10/20/26 10:06 PM PDT
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