143 Nature Walk Drive

Marion, NC
$ 2,390,000 Beds 4 Baths 3.5 Sq 3,713 Virtual Tour
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Listen to the rushing waters of the stream and waterfall that encircle the house as you enter this magnificent log home. The soaring ceiling & expansive windows capture views of the surrounding trees. Brazilian walnut flooring & the floor to ceiling stone wood burning fireplace are the centerpieces of this great room. Open kitchen & dining area provide ample entertaining space. Spend cozy evenings on the screened porch with a fire or on the deck overlooking Lake James. Main level primary suite with gas fireplace & ensuite bath with large tiled shower and jet tub. Lower level has 2nd primary suite with gas fireplace, a bunk room and a 4th bedroom both share access to a hall bath with claw foot tub. A second kitchen & stone fireplace in the family room provide a cozy entertainment area with pool table & TV. Lower level patio with stamped concrete features outdoor shower, hot tub and adds a great location for outdoor dining. Enjoy a short walk down the stone stairway to the gazebo in the woods or continue on to the lake where you'll find an expansive covered gazebo & floating dock in the quiet deep water cove. Detached 2 car oversized garage has space for cars and boats. Many updates including composite decking on front, rear and breezeway decks as well as new gazebo rails, new floating dock and refurbished waterfall feature. Located on 5.73 acres, this family compound at Lake James is the place you'll want to choose to make your lake life memories. Black Forest is a gated community about 15 minutes from Marion and features a community center, lake and river camp amenity areas with picnic pavilions, fire pits, lake access and miles of hiking trails throughout the community. Offered turnkey with few exclusions.

Single Family

  • Price
  • $ 2,390,000
  • City
  • Marion
  • Bedrooms
  • 4
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 3
  • County
  • MCDOWELL
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 1
  • Area
  • McDowell County
  • Lot Size
  • 5.73 Acres
  • Zip
  • 28752
  • Sqr Footage
  • 3,713
  • Year Built
  • 2008
  • Style
  • Cabin
  • MLS#
  • 4334363
Listed By: Engel & Volkers Foothills Lake James; polly.leadbetter@evrealestate.com
Data Source: Canopy MLS

Features

General

Living Area 3713
Sewer Septic Installed
Heating Central,Forced Air,Heat Pump
Cooling Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air,Electric,Heat Pump
Utilities Underground Power Lines,Underground Utilities,Wired Internet Available
Roof Architectural Shingle,Wood
Appliances Dishwasher,Dryer,Electric Cooktop,Electric Water Heater,Microwave,Oven,Plumbed For Ice Maker,Refrigerator,Wall Oven,Washer,Washer/Dryer
Zoning R
HOA Fee 6070
Garage Spaces 2
Patio/Porch Features Covered,Deck,Front Porch,Rear Porch,Screened,Terrace
Architectural Style Cabin
Security Features Security System,Smoke Detector(s)
Construction Materials Log,Stone
Year Built 2008
View Water
Levels One
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Parcel Number 1713-00-75-5814
Elevation 1000
Waterfront Features Boat Lift,Covered structure,Dock
Community Features Gated,Helipad,Lake Access,Recreation Area,Walking Trails,Other
Assoc Fee Paid Per Annually
County McDowell
New Construction No
Property Type Residential
HOA Yes
Subdivision Name Black Forest
Garage Y/N Yes
Other Structures Gazebo
Full Baths 3
Directions I-40 to exit 86. North on Hwy 226. Take right on Hankins Rd and immediate left to stay on Hankins. Left on Lake James Rd,right into Black Forest. Gated community. Once inside the gate,left on Na
High School McDowell
City Marion
Body of Water Lake James
Senior Community Y/N No
Lot Size Units Acres
Carport Y/N No
Elementary School North Cove
Middle/Junior High School West McDowell
Additional Parcels Y/N No
Standard Status Active
CAR_HOASubjectTo Required
Construction Type Site Built
Restrictions Architectural Review,Manufactured Home Not Allowed,Modular Not Allowed,Square Feet,Subdivision
Tax Assessed Value 1403770
Listing Terms Cash,Conventional,VA Loan

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Breakfast Bar,Built-in Features,Garden Tub,Hot Tub,Kitchen Island,Open Floorplan,Pantry,Walk-In Closet(s),Whirlpool
Basement Daylight,Exterior Entry,Finished,Full,Interior Entry,Walk-Out Access
Flooring Tile,Wood
Fireplace Features Family Room,Fire Pit,Gas Log,Great Room,Porch,Primary Bedroom,Propane,Recreation Room,Wood Burning,Other - See Remarks
Basement (Y/N) Yes
Window Features Insulated Window(s),Window Treatments
Fireplace Y/N Yes
Above Grade Finished Area 1927
Half Baths 1
Laundry Features Electric Dryer Hookup,In Basement,Laundry Room,Washer Hookup
Total Bedrooms 4
Below Grade Finished Area 1786
Total Baths 4
SqFt Main 1927
SqFt Garage 896
Bedroom 1

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities Fire Pit,Dock - Floating,Hot Tub,Outdoor Shower
Parking Features Circular Driveway,Driveway,Detached Garage,Garage Door Opener,Garage Faces Front
Lot Features Private,Rolling Slope,Wooded,Waterfall - Artificial,Waterfront
Water Source Well
Lot Size Area 5.73
Foundation Details Basement
Lot Dimensions irregular
Road Surface Type Gravel,Paved
Door Features Insulated Door(s),Sliding Doors
Road Responsibility Private Maintained Road
Horse Amenities None
Main Level Garage YN Yes

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

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$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Hickory, NC office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School North Cove Elementary School
Middle School West McDowell Middle School
High School McDowell High School

Price History

3/5/2026 Listed $2,890,000
5/1/2026 7% - $2,690,000
6/23/2026 12% - $2,390,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 28752

Price
AVG $540K
$2.39M
Year Built
AVG 1980
2008
Visits
AVG 139
62
Data Provided by Inside Real Estate®

143 Nature Walk Drive Marion, NC is a Single Family Home for sale at $2390000 with 3713 sqft and a lot size of 5.73 Acres Acre(s). 143 Nature Walk Drive Marion has 4 bedrooms, 3 baths and was built in 2008. The property's zip code is 28752 which is in Marion, NC

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