Catawba'" Homes with Gated Community Features

Welcome to Catawba County, North Carolina—a hidden gem nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Known for its breathtaking natural beauty, Catawba County boasts a harmonious blend of serene landscapes and vibrant community life. With picturesque lakes, lush parks, and a rich history, this area is perfect for those seeking a tranquil yet engaging lifestyle.

Catawba County is home to a variety of charming towns, each offering unique attractions and amenities. From the bustling downtown of Hickory, renowned for its local shops and dining, to the quaint, historic charm of Newton, residents enjoy a diverse range of cultural experiences and recreational activities. The county is also known for its excellent schools and community programs, making it an ideal place for families and individuals alike.

For those seeking a touch of luxury, Catawba County features exquisite homes within gated communities. These exclusive neighborhoods provide an added layer of security and privacy, allowing residents to enjoy their homes in a serene environment. Imagine waking up in a beautifully designed residence, surrounded by lush landscaping and stunning views, all within a community that prioritizes safety and tranquility.

Many of these gated communities offer a wealth of amenities, including clubhouses, swimming pools, walking trails, and even private access to lakes and recreational areas. Whether you’re looking for a weekend retreat or a permanent residence, Catawba County’s gated communities provide an idyllic setting for your next home. Explore the possibilities and discover the charm of Catawba County today!

Newest Catawba'" Homes with Gated Community Features

$495,000

2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4426028 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Stunning golf course and mountain views paired with the tranquil sound of a gentle water stream set the scene for peaceful mornings sipping coffee on one of three private decks that Fairway Villa 904 has to offer. As a desirable end unit, this home provides enhanced privacy alongside convenient, quick access to its two assigned parking spots and a coveted outdoor water spigot. Step inside to discover clean, vibrant modern touches woven throughout an open and inviting layout. The kitchen serves as a culinary haven, highlighting a large center island complete with a built-in wine rack, double ovens, a pot filler, a full suite of stainless steel appliances, durable tile flooring, and an abundance of both cabinetry and pantry storage. This space flows seamlessly into a sun-drenched sunroom where natural light abounds and a cozy fireplace insert casts a warm glow on cool evenings. A half bath is located on the main level for added convenience, alongside a practical dumbwaiter designed to easily transport luggage and heavy items directly to the laundry room above. The main living room frames picturesque golf course views and displays an elegant honey pine and metal rail staircase that ascends to the upper level. Upstairs, you will find two oversized bedrooms with vaulted ceilings. The primary suite captures stunning golf course views, offers its own private deck with a retractable shade, and includes an ensuite bathroom outfitted with double sinks, towel warmers, and a beautifully tiled shower. The dedicated laundry room is conveniently situated just off the primary suite. The second spacious bedroom features lofty cathedral ceilings, rich natural light, and its own private deck overlooking the serene rear grounds, served by a modern hall bathroom that also includes a tiled shower and towel warmers. Beyond the unit itself, the resort-style amenities at Rumbling Bald are truly exceptional. Residents enjoy access to a private white sand beach with a cabana for cold treats, as well as multiple indoor and outdoor pools, a lazy river, a splash pad, pool concessions, and complimentary towel service. Outdoor recreation thrives with two world-class golf courses, mini-golf, tennis and pickleball courts, basketball, and cornhole. For wellness and relaxation, the community provides a full-service spa and a health center equipped with modern fitness gear and regular exercise classes. A dedicated staff organizes year-round social activities and seasonal celebrations. Gated with 24-hour security personnel, the community also features multiple dining options, a coffee shop, and a clubhouse, as well as a full-service marina on Lake Lure and quick access to the on-resort, non-motorized Bald Mountain Lake. Combining refined interior updates with an unmatched mountain-and-lake lifestyle, this property presents an extraordinary opportunity to enjoy luxury mountain living. The home is also equipped with an on-demand water heater for added convenience.

153 Fox Run Boulevard, Lake Lure

Listing courtesy of Collective Realty LLC. 704-705-8008

$1,500,000

4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 4425160 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Private without feeling remote. Modern without sacrificing warmth. Sophisticated, yet designed to be lived in. 3210 Sherman Drive is more than a beautiful custom home - it is an opportunity to experience the Riverchase Estates lifestyle and come home each day to your own peaceful retreat. Welcome to 3210 Sherman Drive, a striking custom residence where modern luxury, thoughtful design, and the beauty of nature come together in one of the area’s most distinctive gated communities. Nestled within Riverchase Estates, a 500-acre Riverfront Community surrounded by preserved natural beauty, this exceptional four-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bath home offers a rare combination of privacy, sophistication, and effortless everyday living, all just minutes from Ballantyne, Indian Land, and I-77. From the moment you step inside, the home feels both elevated and inviting. Wide-plank engineered white oak hardwood floors, clean architectural lines, abundant natural light, and carefully selected finishes create a warm, contemporary aesthetic throughout. At the heart of the home, the chef’s kitchen is designed as much for gathering as it is for cooking, featuring commercial-grade appliances, an oversized island, quartz countertops extending beautifully up the walls, wine refrigerator, microwave drawer, and an impressive walk-through pantry accessible from both the kitchen and mudroom. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the expansive great room, where a sleek porcelain fireplace creates a dramatic focal point. A 16-foot stacking glass door nearly disappears to open the living space to the outdoors, blurring the line between inside and out and revealing peaceful wooded views. Step onto the spacious deck for morning coffee surrounded by trees, quiet evenings at home, or effortless entertaining with nature as your backdrop. The main-level primary suite is a private retreat of its own, thoughtfully designed with a spa-inspired bath featuring oversized porcelain tile and a frameless glass shower. The custom closet includes its own stackable washer and dryer connection - one of several details throughout the home created to make daily living feel beautifully effortless. A private home office on the main level provides a dedicated space to work, create, or simply retreat! Upstairs, three generously sized bedrooms each feature a private ensuite bath, offering exceptional comfort for family and guests! A spacious bonus room provides flexibility for movie nights, a game room, fitness space, or second living area, while an additional flex space, large laundry room, linen storage, walk-in storage, and abundant closet space make the home as functional as it is beautiful. An oversized three-car garage with service-door access completes the thoughtfully designed floor plan. All of the above is more than enough and yet the lifestyle extends well beyond the walls of the home! Riverchase Estates offers a setting unlike most where winding roads, mature trees, preserved green space, and access to the Catawba River create a true sense of escape. It is a place where mornings can begin with a walk through the neighborhood, afternoons can be spent enjoying the community amenities and outdoors, and evenings feel removed from the pace of everyday life! Come feel AT HOME!

3210 Sherman Drive, Lancaster

Listing courtesy of EXP Realty LLC Ballantyne. 704-519-5929

$175,000

4426473 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status

The Catawba River Club is a private gated, 180 acres, 35 home site community carefully designed around this bend of the Catawba's cool waters, nestled in the foothills of NC. These headwaters have been afforded protected status with the goal of Trophy Trout water designation. While the Catawba is the undeniable cornerstone of the Catawba River Club, the property also directly faces the monuments of the Blue Ridge Mountains: Grandfather, Table Rock, & Hawksbill Mountains. The views are breathtaking. Build your dream home in a very unique development that maintains miles of trails for residents to enjoy long walks and hikes along the river and through the woods.

2540 Paddock Circle, Morganton

Listing courtesy of Dickens Mitchener & Associates Inc. vmitchener@dickensmitchener.com

$4,100,000

4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 4425332 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Beautifully situated in the wooded landscape of The Cliffs at Walnut Cove, this grand yet inviting home is a celebration of timeless craftsmanship and its natural surroundings. Mature woods and extensive perennial gardens create a remarkable sense of seclusion, while stone and natural-edge cedar siding and a cascading water feature allow the home to settle beautifully into the landscape. Inside, a substantial post-and-beam design lends warmth and authenticity to beautifully proportioned rooms. Paneled and beamed ceilings, elegant full-masonry fireplaces and thoughtful finishes speak to a level of craftsmanship that feels both enduring and refined. At the heart of the home, the stunning gourmet kitchen features a generous granite island, butler’s pantry and an effortless connection to the drop zone and breezeway leading to the two-car garage. An inviting screened porch offers a front-row seat to the surrounding gardens and woodland—the perfect setting for quiet mornings, lingering evenings and the sounds of nature. Geothermal heating adds efficient comfort, while a thoughtfully regraded driveway provides a smoother, more gracious approach. Rich in character yet wonderfully serene, this is a home where architecture, craftsmanship and nature come together with uncommon ease.

17 Falling Waters Trail, Arden

Listing courtesy of Premier Sotheby’s International Realty. 828-279-3980

$875,000

4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 4425448 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Beautifully crafted custom-built 3,400+ square-foot home in the award-winning gated community of Cummings Cove! Built in 2005, this exceptional 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath residence offers an inviting hybrid floor plan, quality construction, and an abundance of flexible living space. The upper level features a versatile flex-use area with cabinetry, ideal for a home office, hobby space, studio, or an additional guest bedroom. A rare 4-car oversized garage provides two spaces on the main level and two additional spaces on the lower level, complemented by paved driveway access to both levels. Additionally, a 285-square-foot workshop is present on the lower level. Beautifully landscaped grounds create a peaceful setting where you can enjoy privacy, tranquil surroundings, beautiful views, and a wonderful backyard for relaxing, entertaining, and easy access to the golf course. Inside the gated community of Cummings Cove, residents enjoy an impressive array of recreational and social amenities, including tennis, pickleball, fitness, dining, and more. Cummings Cove features a beautiful, challenging 6,415-yard championship golf course. Also, there are no city taxes. The location is exceptionally convenient, just minutes from downtown Hendersonville, Asheville, and Brevard. Only 5 minutes to major-chain grocery shopping, the French Broad River recreational boat launch, and the Ecusta biking and walking Trail from Horseshoe, NC to Hendersonville. Underground utilities include city water, sewer, natural gas, electricity, and internet. With its spacious floor plan, exceptional garage capacity, beautifully maintained setting, privacy, and convenient location, this is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the best of Western North Carolina living in Cummings Cove.

151 Shadowleaf Drive, Hendersonville

Listing courtesy of Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks. stevedozier.group@allentate.com

$399,900

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4424011 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Rare opportunity to own a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in The Cloisters, a gated community in East Asheville. Thoughtfully updated with a renovated kitchen and updated baths, this home offers a blend of style and functionality. The open living and dining area is centered around a gas fireplace, creating a comfortable space for everyday living and entertaining. The primary suite features a private ensuite bath with a walk-in shower. A bright sunroom extends the living space and opens to a private patio, offering additional space for relaxing or gathering with family and friends. A detached two-car garage and additional storage room provide added convenience and flexibility. Located directly across from the clubhouse, residents enjoy convenient access to community amenities including an outdoor pool, pickleball courts, tennis courts, shuffleboard, picnic areas, and sidewalks throughout the neighborhood. Conveniently situated less than 10 minutes from grocery stores, the post office, and downtown Asheville, this home also offers easy access to dining, healthcare, and nearby Black Mountain. Enjoy a quiet community setting with convenient access to many of the amenities and attractions throughout Western North Carolina. This property experienced no damage from Hurricane Helene. Community pet policies permit cats; dogs are not permitted.

3001 Saint Augustine Place Unit #AA1, Asheville

Listing courtesy of Seller Solutions. homesbygena@gmail.com

$235,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4392471 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Could this condo's next chapter be your next chapter? 4101 Marble Way is a 2 bedroom, 2 bath end unit in Biltmore Commons with 1,176 square feet of one level living once you are inside. Fresh paint brightens the interior, there is good natural light, the kitchen has newer countertops, and a gas fireplace adds warmth to the living room. Much of the condo remains original, leaving room to bring your own ideas and make this home your own. One of the nicest features is the screened back porch tucked beside the woods. It is an inviting spot for morning coffee, a good book, conversation with a friend, or simply a little quiet. Outside your door, Biltmore Commons offers another kind of freedom. Landscaping, mowing and trimming are taken care of, leaving more time to enjoy the pool, clubhouse, fitness center, sport court and a community where neighbors regularly walk and jog. Beyond the gate are Asheville and the Blue Ridge Mountains, with the restaurants, arts, culture and outdoor opportunities that make Western North Carolina such an interesting place to live. Maybe your next chapter is about simplifying, right sizing, or simply spending less time taking care of things and more time enjoying where you live. Come take a look at 4101 Marble Way. You may find more opportunity here than you expected.

4101 Marble Way, Asheville

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Professionals. Steve.Cooper@kw.com

$899,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4425688 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Proposed/to-be-built by Eastwood Homes. The Cooper offers comfortable ranch-style living with a thoughtfully designed layout featuring 3 bedrooms and 2.5 full baths. The private first-floor primary suite is separate from the upstairs bedrooms. The spacious family room flows seamlessly into the kitchen, complete with a large island and pantry. A formal dining room and convenient pocket office provide flexible spaces for entertaining, working, or studying from home. This home is priced with an unfinished basement, offering abundant storage and future expansion potential. The private second floor features a loft and two nice-sized guest bedrooms. You have the ability to customize the floorplan, or choose another of Eastwood’s home designs to suit your lifestyle! It is understood and agreed that Eastwood Homes Build On Your Lot, LLC shall have a limited license to advertise its services and potential home plans available (on any listed Lot, MLS advertisement, or on any EBOYL marketing or publication source) to supplement Seller’s agent’s listing and sales efforts. The parties agree a separate contract for construction would be required for home construction on any lot. Such limited license does not convey any plan use rights absent a fully executed contract. Other terms as conditions as specified by EBOYL may apply.

2259 Island View Ne Lane, Connelly Springs

Listing courtesy of Lake Homes Realty LLC. 866-525-3466

$580,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4425614 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Like New and Ready Now! 55+ Community Living at Its Best! Come discover this move-in-ready home in a wonderful community that has everything you could want! Featuring a spacious open floor plan, this home offers a gourmet custom kitchen that flows seamlessly into the living and dining areas, plus a beautiful sunroom perfect for relaxing and enjoying your morning coffee. The home features two bedrooms and two full bathrooms, along with an additional room that can be used as a home office, hobby room, or whatever suits your lifestyle. Large walk in laundry room with extra storage and sink for easy cleaning. Enjoy the convenience of a two-car garage and step outside to your open backyard, complete with a custom paver patio and inviting sitting area-perfect for entertaining guests or unwinding outdoors. Come see all this home and community have to offer. Schedule your showing today!

6079 Waldorf Avenue, Monroe

Listing courtesy of Lionheart Real Estate LLC. richard@lionheartproperties.com

$300,000

4424722 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

This 1.68 acres is part of a whole. There are 8 parcels of land with 7 deeded lots. This lot has 2 parcels with a road in the middle and its deeded as 1 lot. The parcel on the left has approx. 271 ft. of river front with a couple possible building sites. The parcel on the right has maybe 1 building site. It is being sold as a part of a whole. Please refer to the other lots and the whole. The river is the Big Hungry River. We will call this lot #1

TBD Jarvis Drive, Hendersonville

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Results. 828-730-5444

$42,500

4426096 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Double Lot for sale with year-round views & lake access! Located in Lake Rhodhiss Estates, a gated waterfront community with extensive views that provides private lake access with dock, boat slips & a mountaintop pavilion with kitchen/bar & scenic rooftop. This property includes 2 adjacent lots with a combined .64 acres & 2 potential homesites. Property has rolling/sloped topography overlooking the lake & mountains. Future residence will have a breathtaking view! Located just a short walk from the mountaintop pavilion, kitchen & bonfire area. City water, sewer & underground utilities available, private roads maintained by the HOA. Lake Rhodhiss is ideal for fishing, boating, water skiing, wakeboarding, paddle boarding, swimming, kayaking, canoeing, and all water activities! Community is convenient to Hwy 70 Morganton, Hickory & Lenoir. This property will not last long, contact Listing Agent for more information!

115 & 121 Grandfathers Nw Pass Unit #13-14, Valdese

Listing courtesy of United Country Real Estate - The McLemore Group. kayla@themclemoregroup.com

$3,695,000

6 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ 4425393 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Come home to The Cliffs at Walnut Cove, The Cliffs' fourth gated golf and wellness community located in Asheville, North Carolina. Set within a private, wooded setting, 23 Dividing Ridge offers approximately 6,719 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space across three levels. The six bedroom, five full bath and one half bath home combines warm mountain character with generous spaces for both everyday living and entertaining. Reclaimed hardwood floors, rough cut beams, granite countertops and four fireplaces add character throughout the home. The main level opens to a screened porch with an outdoor kitchen, firepit and water feature, creating a natural extension of the living space. Downstairs, the home is designed for entertaining with a custom golf simulator, temperature controlled 600 bottle wine cellar, recreation room, pool table and wet bar. A spacious primary suite is located on the main level, while additional gathering spaces include a keeping room, family room and large playroom above the garage. Situated on 1.34 wooded acres, the property offers privacy while remaining convenient to Walnut Cove's golf, wellness, dining and outdoor amenities. A membership to The Cliffs is available, providing access to all seven Cliffs communities.

23 Dividing Ridge Trail Unit #15, Arden

Listing courtesy of The Cliffs. fnix@cliffsliving.com

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