293 Bear Cliff Drive
$1,199,000
3 bd 4 ba 4,005 sqft
293 Bear Cliff Drive
Nebo, NC 28761
Property Type
Residential
Year Built
2008
Lot Size
2.13 acres
Garage
2 spaces

About This Property

Private Mountain-View Retreat — Turnkey & Ready for Summer 2026

Lake James is coming alive for summer, and this home is ready for you to enjoy now.

The owned 12 kW solar array offsets approximately 85% of annual electricity usage, and may deliver up to $3,000 per year in savings every year while keeping the home comfortable in all seasons.

Your own private haven above Lake James sits on 2.13 wooded acres in the gated Bear Cliff community, offering long-range mountain views, mature trees, and the rare privacy of bordering protected federal land. Thoughtful upgrades throughout the property make everyday living easy and low-maintenance, with modern systems designed for comfort, reliability, and year-round efficiency.

A circular concrete driveway and native landscaping create a welcoming arrival, leading to multiple outdoor living spaces designed for year-round enjoyment. The wraparound deck, screened porch, and quiet seating areas offer peaceful places to take in long-range mountain and winter views—ideal for morning coffee, evening sunsets, or relaxing after a day on Lake James.

Inside, the home offers true single-level living with bright, open rooms and hardwood floors throughout. The chef’s kitchen features a Wolf gas cooktop, Café double oven, Sub-Zero refrigerator, island, and stainless appliances—an ideal setup for cooking, entertaining, or hosting family gatherings. The primary suite includes heated floors and a custom walk-in closet, while additional spaces such as the great room, dining room, breakfast area, office, media room, recreation room, and utility room provide flexibility for work, relaxation, and guests.

Behind the scenes, the property is engineered for comfort, efficiency, and long-term resilience. Systems include an owned solar array, whole-home generator, dual underground 500-gallon propane tanks, tankless water heater, radiant floor heating, heat pump, underground power, engineered drainage, lightning protection, well water, septic, and remote monitoring for key utilities. Together, these features deliver year-round reliability, reduced operating costs, and a level of infrastructure rarely found in Lake James homes.

The lower level adds a 500-bottle wine cellar and a large workshop with a roll-up door, ideal for tools, projects, or storage. An oversized concrete pad provides dedicated RV and boat parking.

Whether you’re spending the day on Lake James, exploring Pisgah National Forest, or relaxing on the deck, this home offers a private, comfortable, and well-designed retreat with modern systems that support a peaceful mountain lifestyle. Seller is flexible on closing date and requests a 30-day post-closing occupancy.

Property Details

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
4
Basement
Yes
Living Area
4,005 sqft
Fireplace
Yes

Exterior & Lot

Lot Size
2.13 acres
Year Built
2008
Garage Spaces
2

Location

Subdivision
Bear Cliff
County
McDowell
ZIP Code
28761

Financial

Listing Terms
Cash, Conventional
HOA Fee
$400/mo

Utilities

Utilities
Electricity Connected, Propane, Satellite Internet Available, Solar, Underground Power Lines, Underground Utilities
Sewer
Septic Installed

Schools

Elementary
Unspecified
Middle School
West Middle
High School
McDowell

Interior Features

Attic Stairs Pulldown, Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Walk-In Closet(s)

Appliances

Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Dryer, Exhaust Hood, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer/Dryer, Wine Refrigerator

Heating

Electric, Heat Pump, Radiant Floor

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s), Electric, Heat Pump

Patio & Porch Features

Deck, Enclosed, Screened

Lot Features

Cleared, Corner Lot, Wooded, Views

Location

Listing Information

MLS #
CAR4352443
Listing Agent
Jessie Wilson
Listing Office
Engel & Volkers Foothills Lake James
Listed Date
Mar 15, 2026
Jonathan Jackson
Jonathan Jackson
Realtor®, Broker in Charge

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