The Coves Mountain River Club Land for Sale

The Coves Mountain River Club Land for Sale

Welcome to The Coves Mountain River Club, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Lenoir, North Carolina, within Caldwell County. This enchanting community offers a harmonious blend of natural beauty and luxurious living, making it the perfect sanctuary for those seeking a serene lifestyle surrounded by the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains.

The Coves is renowned for its stunning landscapes, featuring rolling hills, lush forests, and the picturesque Johns River meandering through the area. Residents here enjoy an abundance of outdoor activities, from hiking and biking along scenic trails to fishing and kayaking in the river. The community also boasts an impressive array of amenities, including a state-of-the-art clubhouse, a refreshing pool, and well-maintained trails that invite exploration and adventure.

For those looking to build their dream home, The Coves Mountain River Club offers a selection of prime land for sale. Each parcel is thoughtfully positioned to maximize breathtaking views and provide ample privacy, allowing you to create a personal retreat that reflects your unique vision. With easy access to nearby towns, shopping, and dining options, you can enjoy the tranquility of rural living without sacrificing convenience.

Embrace the lifestyle you've always dreamed of in The Coves Mountain River Club, where nature meets luxury and community spirit thrives. Discover your perfect piece of land today and start crafting the life you’ve always envisioned in this idyllic North Carolina haven.

Newest The Coves Mountain River Club Land for Sale

$150,000
4418641 MLS ACTIVE Status
Build your dream mountain sanctuary on this beautiful 2-acre homesite in the prestigious Equestrian Farms section of The Coves Mountain River Club. Lot G18 is one of the last remaining lots on Thoroughbred Way, offering sweeping, long-range views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, including the famous profile of Grandfather Mountain. A community trail runs along a lovely stream that borders the back of the property. Electric and fiber optic cable are buried at the street. Choose your own builder and floor plans (both must be approved by the ARC). Minimum size is 1,500 sq ft HLA. Lender and builder info available. There are no time limits to build within. Just down the hill is Wyatts Park, with pickle ball courts, picnic pavilion, putting green and more. The Husbands Creek Equestrian Center is close by. The Coves Mountain River Club is a 3,200 acre gated community. Enjoy 5 miles of Johns River, on site, with community access points, picnic areas, River Barn Equestrian Center and trails along the riverbank. The crown jewel of The Coves is the magnificent post and beam clubhouse, Pisgah Lodge, located on a commanding high peak that offers panoramic long range views, including the peaks of Table Rock, Hawks Bill, Grandfather, and Brown Mountain (you might see the mysterious Brown Mountain Lights!) Amenities include a pool, fitness center, dog park, and more. Hike, bike, ride horses or UTVs on the community wide trail system. Join your neighbors to harvest the vineyard. There are over 30 clubs and the calendar is filled with events and activities. 500,000 acre Pisgah National Forest and the Wilson Creek Wild and Scenic River Area are just across the road from The Coves. 1.25 hr to Charlotte or Asheville and minutes to Lenoir, Blowing Rock, and Morganton.

2070 Thoroughbred Way Unit #G18, Lenoir

Listing courtesy of Arrow Realty & Land Development. jennifershattuck@arrowrealtync.com

$69,500
4419463 MLS ACTIVE Status
Build the log cabin or mountain retreat you've always dreamed of on this beautiful wooded 2 acre lot at The Coves Mountain River Club. Located on a quiet culdesac just down the hill from the clubhouse and a short walk on Tranquility Trail to the Johns River, community vineyard and garden, and River Barn Equestrian Center. Minimum square footage is 1,500 sq ft HLA. The lot perc-ed for a 4 bedroom septic system (permit has expired). Electric and fiber optic cable are buried at the street. Builder and lender info available. There are no time limits to start building. The Coves Mountain River Club is a 3,200 acre, gated, outdoor lifestyle community. Hike, bike, ride horses or UTVs past mountain overlooks and glorious waterfalls and streams. There are 5 miles of Johns River, on site, to kayak and fish. The 6,000 sq ft post and beam clubhouse, Pisgah Lodge, is located on one of the highest peaks, Flint Ridge, and is a hub of activity, in the center of the community. Enjoy the pool, fitness center, locker rooms, kitchen, great room with vaulted ceilings and 3-sided fireplace, outdoor fire pits, and viewing decks and porches to take in panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Brushy Mountains, and South Mountains. The sunsets are breathtaking and magnificent. Additional amenities include 2 Equestrian Centers, a community trail system, pickleball courts, putting green, picnic pavilions, a community vineyard and garden, and dog park. The Coves is a Firewise USA® Community, a program of the National Fire Protection Association, that helps neighbors organize to reduce wildfire risk, harden homes, and create defensible space by managing vegetation and preparing for wildfires. There are over 30 clubs to join and the calendar is full of activities and events. Charlotte and Asheville NC are approximately 1.25 hr away. Lenoir, Blowing Rock, Morganton, and the Blue Ridge Parkway are minutes away.

2.15 acres, Lot 149, 5673 Rocky Falls Lane Unit #149, Lenoir

Listing courtesy of Arrow Realty & Land Development. jennifershattuck@arrowrealtync.com

$141,000
4413774 MLS ACTIVE Status
Discover the perfect place to build your mountain sanctuary on Homesite 120 in The Coves Mountain River Club. Encompassing 1.85 acres with an impressive 500 feet of road frontage, this exceptional corner homesite offers both privacy and flexibility for your custom home design. The property's gentle building slope makes construction easier while maximizing the opportunity to capture beautiful views of iconic Grandfather Mountain. Perfectly positioned within the community, this homesite is within walking distance of The Coves' riverside amenities, allowing you to enjoy the peaceful sounds of the Johns River, kayaking, fishing, picnicking, and gathering with neighbors just moments from your front door. Wake each morning to birdsong, breathe in the crisp mountain air, and experience the tranquility that only the Blue Ridge Mountains can provide. Whether you're envisioning a full-time residence or a weekend retreat, this homesite offers the rare combination of peace, solitude, and convenient access to community amenities. Life at The Coves Mountain River Club is centered around nature and adventure. Residents enjoy Grand mountain-view clubhouse with panoramic vistas, Fitness center, Resort-style swimming pool and hot tub, Pickleball courts, Community garden and vineyard, Dog park, Private Johns River access for kayaking, canoeing, tubing, and fishing, Miles of hiking, biking, horseback riding, and UTV-friendly trails, Scenic overlooks and picnic areas, and an Active social calendar with clubs, events, and gatherings. As a designated Dark Sky Community, The Coves offers remarkably clear night skies where the Milky Way, constellations, and meteor showers become part of everyday life, a rare luxury in today's world. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the community's proximity to Pisgah National Forest and the spectacular Wilson Creek Gorge, one of North Carolina's premier destinations for hiking, mountain biking, fly fishing, swimming holes, waterfalls, kayaking, and camping. Here, thousands of acres of protected wilderness become your backyard. Homesite 120 presents a rare opportunity to own a beautifully situated homesite in one of Western North Carolina's premier gated mountain communities. With its gentle topography, exceptional road frontage, Grandfather Mountain views, walkable location, and unmatched outdoor lifestyle, this is more than a homesite, it's the beginning of the mountain life you've been dreaming about.

120 Johns Ridge Parkway Unit #120, Lenoir

Listing courtesy of Mountainside Realty, LLC. stephenie@lifeinwnc.com

$279,900
4410676 MLS ACTIVE Status
Life on Johns River, at the end of a quiet culdesac, in The Coves Mountain River Club. River Life + Mountain Life + Outdoor Lifestyle. It doesn't get any better. Lots 126A & 127A total 4.6 acres. Build your home looking over Johns River, and have Blue Ridge Mountain and river valley views too. There is a serene view of the two community ponds too! This ideal home site is close to the clubhouse, entrance, and riverside amenities. Some of the photos were taken in winter before the trees grew back in. Combine the two adjacent lots into one lot and pay only one HOA fee. Or sell one lot and build on the other. The Coves is the premier Outdoor Living Community in the SouthEast, occupying 3,200 acres. Hike, bike, ride horses/UTVs on the community trails, past mountain overlooks and glorious waterfalls and streams. Water adventures await on 5 miles of Johns River, on site. The 6,000 sq ft clubhouse is a hub of activity. Enjoy the pool, fitness center, locker rooms, kitchen, beautiful post and beam great room with 3-sided fireplace, porches, viewing decks, outdoor fire rings and more. The sunsets over Table Rock Mountain are breathtaking. Additional amenities: 2 Equestrian Centers, community vineyard and garden, pickleball courts, putting green, picnic pavilions and dog park. Over 30 clubs to join. Builder Lender info available. 1+ hour drive to Charlotte NC or Asheville NC. Minutes to Lenoir, Morganton, Blowing Rock and the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Lot 126 & Lot 127A Sunset Creek Lane Unit #126 & 127A, Lenoir

Listing courtesy of Arrow Realty & Land Development. jennifershattuck@arrowrealtync.com

$57,900
4404489 MLS ACTIVE Status
Build your dream mountain retreat on this beautiful 2.88-acre homesite in The Coves Mountain River Club, one of Western North Carolina's premier gated mountain communities. Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this exceptional community offers the perfect blend of privacy, natural beauty, and resort-style amenities. Bordering more than five miles of the scenic Johns River, The Coves invites you to embrace the mountain lifestyle with kayaking, canoeing, fishing, riverfront parks, and peaceful picnic areas. Residents also enjoy the spectacular Pisgah Mountain Lodge, where breathtaking long-range Blue Ridge Mountain views, an infinity-edge saline pool, hot tub, fitness center, and inviting gathering spaces create the perfect place to relax and connect. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate approximately 39 miles of hiking, horseback riding, and UTV-friendly trails, four beautiful waterfalls, the Round Mountain Equestrian Center, community vineyard, gardens, and Wyatt's Landing Park, featuring pickleball courts, a covered pavilion, and direct access to the trail system. Conveniently located near Morganton, Blowing Rock, Banner Elk, and the Blue Ridge Parkway, this remarkable community offers the ideal balance of mountain serenity and modern convenience. Whether you're building a full-time residence or a weekend getaway, this is an outstanding opportunity to own in one of Western North Carolina's most sought-after mountain communities.

Lot 26 Round Mountain Parkway, Lenoir

Listing courtesy of One Community Real Estate. starrmfranklin@gmail.com

$59,900
4396788 MLS ACTIVE Status
Welcome to Homesite CB17, a charming 1.10-acre wooded homesite tucked away at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in the highly desirable Cabin Village of The Coves Mountain River Club. Surrounded by mature hardwoods and the peaceful sounds of nature, this property offers the privacy, tranquility, and mountain atmosphere that make mountain living so appealing. One of the most unique opportunities within The Coves, Cabin Village allows site-built homes as small as 400 square feet, making it the perfect setting for a cozy mountain getaway, vacation retreat, or low-maintenance full-time residence. Whether you envision a rustic cabin, modern mountain cottage, or custom tiny home, this homesite provides the flexibility to bring your vision to life. Wooded homesites are prized for their natural beauty, privacy, and connection to the outdoors. The mature forest creates a secluded setting that feels worlds away from the demands of everyday life while providing shade, seasonal color, and a welcoming habitat for birds and wildlife. Here, you'll enjoy the authentic mountain experience cool breezes, peaceful surroundings, and the feeling of having your own private retreat in the woods. Located within the amenity-rich, gated community of The Coves Mountain River Club, Homesite CB17 offers an exceptional opportunity to build your mountain dream without the need for a large home or extensive maintenance. Simply relax, unwind, and enjoy the mountain lifestyle you've been searching for. The Coves Mountain River Club is a premier gated mountain community nestled in the foothills of North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains, bordering the Pisgah National Forest and stretching along five miles of the scenic Johns River. Designed for those seeking both luxury and adventure, The Coves offers an exceptional collection of amenities surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty. At the heart of the community is The Pisgah Lodge, featuring a fitness center, resort-style pool, hot tub, tabletop games, gathering spaces, and a wraparound porch with stunning Blue Ridge Mountain views. Residents also enjoy the Riverside Pavilion, complete with a covered picnic shelter, outdoor kitchen, fire pit, and riverfront beach area perfect for relaxing along the Johns River. Additional amenities include Wyatt's Landing, offering pickleball courts, shuffleboard, cornhole, a putting green, and a covered picnic pavilion. Residents can also enjoy a community vineyard, community garden, miles of trails for hiking, horseback riding, and UTV adventures, plus a vibrant social calendar filled with clubs, events, and gatherings throughout the year. Recognized as a Dark Sky Community, The Coves provides incredible opportunities for stargazing under some of the clearest night skies in the region. Equestrian enthusiasts will appreciate two community equestrian centers with barns and pastures operated through a collaborative self-care system. Despite its peaceful mountain setting, The Coves is conveniently located just 15 minutes from downtown Lenoir for medical services, banking, shopping, and dining. Blowing Rock, Morganton, and Hickory are all within 30 minutes, while Charlotte Douglas International Airport is approximately 75 minutes away, making travel easy and accessible. Experience mountain living at its finest in one of North Carolina's most sought-after luxury gated communities.

CB17 Emerald Court Unit #CB17, Lenoir

Listing courtesy of Mountainside Realty, LLC. stephenie@lifeinwnc.com

$110,000
4396743 MLS ACTIVE Status
Discover the beauty of mountain living on this charming 2.53-acre wooded homesite in The Coves Mountain River Club. Surrounded by mature hardwood trees and showcasing picturesque views of the South Mountain Range, this property offers the perfect balance of privacy, natural beauty, and long-range scenery. A gently sloping terrain and desirable level building site provide endless possibilities for designing the mountain home you've always imagined, whether it's a cozy retreat tucked among the trees or a custom luxury residence with expansive outdoor living spaces. The mature hardwood forest creates a peaceful setting, offering shade, seasonal color, and a sense of seclusion that is increasingly difficult to find. Wooded homesites are among the most sought-after properties in the mountains, prized for the privacy, tranquility, and connection to nature they provide. The surrounding trees create a natural buffer from neighboring homes while attracting songbirds and wildlife, enhancing the feeling of living within your own private mountain sanctuary. Combined with beautiful mountain views, Homesite 602 offers the best of both worlds, the serenity of a forest setting and the inspiring backdrop of the South Mountains. Imagine mornings spent enjoying coffee on your porch as sunlight filters through the hardwood canopy, afternoons exploring the outdoors, and evenings watching the mountains fade into vibrant sunsets. Here, the mountain dream becomes a daily reality. Whether you're planning a full-time residence, retirement retreat, or weekend getaway, Homesite 602 offers an exceptional opportunity to create a home that embraces the natural beauty, privacy, and relaxed lifestyle that make mountain living so desirable. Located within The Coves Mountain River Club, a premier gated mountain community nestled in the foothills of North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains, bordering the Pisgah National Forest and stretching along five miles of the scenic Johns River. Designed for those seeking both luxury and adventure, The Coves offers an exceptional collection of amenities surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty. At the heart of the community is The Pisgah Lodge, featuring a fitness center, resort-style pool, hot tub, tabletop games, gathering spaces, and a wraparound porch with stunning Blue Ridge Mountain views. Residents also enjoy the Riverside Pavilion, complete with a covered picnic shelter, outdoor kitchen, fire pit, and riverfront beach area perfect for relaxing along the Johns River. Additional amenities include Wyatt's Landing, offering pickleball courts, shuffleboard, cornhole, a putting green, and a covered picnic pavilion. Residents can also enjoy a community vineyard, community garden, miles of trails for hiking, horseback riding, and UTV adventures, plus a vibrant social calendar filled with clubs, events, and gatherings throughout the year. Recognized as a Dark Sky Community, The Coves provides incredible opportunities for stargazing under some of the clearest night skies in the region. Equestrian enthusiasts will appreciate two community equestrian centers with barns and pastures operated through a collaborative self-care system. Despite its peaceful mountain setting, The Coves is conveniently located just 15 minutes from downtown Lenoir for medical services, banking, shopping, and dining. Blowing Rock, Morganton, and Hickory are all within 30 minutes, while Charlotte Douglas International Airport is approximately 75 minutes away, making travel easy and accessible. Experience mountain living at its finest in one of North Carolina's most sought-after luxury gated communities.

602 Low Valley Way Unit #602, Lenoir

Listing courtesy of Mountainside Realty, LLC. stephenie@lifeinwnc.com

$135,000
4396696 MLS ACTIVE Status
Discover one of the most remarkable homesites available in The Coves Mountain River Club. This exceptional 4.77-acre homesite offers over 200 feet of road frontage and is already cleared, making it easy to envision and begin planning your mountain retreat. A current 3-bedroom septic permit is in place, and owner financing is available, providing added flexibility for your purchase. The defining feature of this property is its breathtaking, uninterrupted 100-mile layered views stretching across the valley and the South Mountain Range. From sunrise to sunset, enjoy an ever-changing panorama of rolling ridgelines and mountain vistas that seem to extend forever. Adding to the property's appeal is a naturally fed spring, creating both charm and potential for your future homesite. Ideally situated near the community's social center, residents enjoy convenient access to the renowned Pisgah Mountain Lodge. The lodge serves as the heart of the community, hosting social gatherings and events throughout the year. Amenities include a saline-filtered pool and hot tub, fitness center, table sports, and a spectacular wraparound deck and overlook showcasing views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, including iconic peaks such as Table Rock and Grandfather Mountain. The Coves Mountain River Club is an established gated mountain community encompassing over 3,200 acres and bordering more than 500,000 acres of Pisgah National Forest. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the community's proximity to the 40,000-acre Wilson Creek recreation area, renowned for hiking, camping, fly fishing, mountain biking, and kayaking. Within the community, residents enjoy more than five miles of frontage along the scenic Johns River, perfect for fly fishing and paddling adventures. Additional amenities include a community vineyard and garden, two equestrian centers, and over 20 miles of trails winding through forests, ridgelines, and river valleys. Despite its peaceful mountain setting, The Coves offers convenient access to the region's most desirable destinations. Enjoy dining, shopping, healthcare, and entertainment within 15 minutes of the community in Lenoir, And, your options grow exponentially approximately 30 minutes of Blowing Rock, Morganton, and Hickory. Both Charlotte Douglas International Airport and Asheville Regional Airport are approximately 75 minutes away, making travel simple for full-time residents and vacation homeowners alike. Whether you're seeking a luxury mountain estate, retirement retreat, or vacation getaway, this rare homesite combines spectacular views, exceptional amenities, and unmatched access to the Blue Ridge Mountains. Opportunities like this are increasingly difficult to find. Schedule your tour today and experience mountain living at its finest.

1288 Johns Ridge Parkway Unit #245, Lenoir

Listing courtesy of Mountainside Realty, LLC. stephenie@lifeinwnc.com

$169,900
4391033 MLS ACTIVE Status
Located at The Coves Mountain River Club, Lot 528 is a private 10 acre home site with beautiful views of the South Mountains. Scenic Vista Trail is a secluded culdesac of four home sites, from 10-40+ acres each. Enjoy privacy and solitude among mature hardwoods, dog wood, mountain laurel, and evergreen trees. This home site is great for a walk out basement. No square footage requirements. Electric and fiber optic cable for internet and TV are already buried at the street. Builder and lender info available. Expand your living space into nature with screened porches, decks, stargazing platforms or a hardscape fire ring for total immersion in your new outdoor lifestyle. Pick your plan and build your dream! If you aren't quite ready to build...no worries. There is not a requirement to build and you can take your time planning and enjoying the community. The Coves is a 3,200 acre gated community in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. There are miles of community exclusive trails to hike, bike, ride horses, or UTVs, and 5 miles of frontage on the Johns River, with spots to put in and take out your kayak access points, wade or fish, picnic, or gather round a stone fire pit. The crown jewel of The Coves is the magnificent post and beam constructed clubhouse, Pisgah Lodge, located on one of the highest peaks. There, you'll enjoy a saline pool, fitness center, locker rooms, full kitchen, lending library, pool table, fire pits, wrap around porches, decks, and overlooks to take in 360º views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, South Mountains, and Brushy Mountains. The Coves is a Firewise USA® Community, a program of the National Fire Protection Association, that helps neighbors organize to reduce wildfire risk, harden homes, and create defensible space by managing vegetation and preparing for wildfires. Down by the river you can garden your private plot at the Community Garden or join your neighbors to care for and harvest the community cooperative vineyard. Pickle-ball and shuffleboard courts, putting green, and a picnic pavilion are located at another Coves's park, Wyatt's Landing. Additional amenities include 2 Equestrian Centers and a Dog Park. Join your neighbors for social events, excursions, hiking, travel, yoga. There are over 30 clubs to join. 500,000 acre Pisgah National Forest and the Wilson Creek Wild and Scenic River Area are across the road! 1.25 hour drive to Charlotte or Asheville, minutes to Lenoir, Blowing Rock, Morganton, and the Blue Ridge Parkway.

10 acres, Lot 528, Scenic Vista Trail Unit #528, Lenoir

Listing courtesy of Arrow Realty & Land Development. jennifershattuck@arrowrealtync.com

$79,900
4391523 MLS ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
Build your cozy cabin or dream home on this 2.24 acre home site at The Coves Mountain River Club. Wooded with some clearing already done. Minimum square footage is only 400. Wake up in the morning and have your coffee on the porch before you head out to hike the community trail system or kayak or fish for trout in 5 miles of the Johns River on site. Already perc-ed for a 2 bedroom home. High speed fiber optic internet and cable TV buried at the street. Lender and builder info available. The Coves Mountain River Club is a 3,200 acre gated community in the Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. Hike, bike, ride horses, or UTVs on miles of community exclusive trails that weave through your new home. River access areas are ready for you to put in and take out your kayak, wade and fish, picnic, or gather round a stone fire pit. The crown jewel of The Coves is the magnificent post and beam constructed clubhouse, Pisgah Lodge, located on one of the highest peaks. There’s a saline pool, fitness center, locker rooms, full kitchen, lending library, pool table, fire pits, and porches and overlooks to take in 360º views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, South Mtns, and Brushy Mtns. *** The Coves is a Firewise USA® Community, a program of the National Fire Protection Association, that helps neighbors organize to reduce wildfire risk, harden homes, and create defensible space by managing vegetation and preparing for wildfires.***Garden your private plot at the Community Garden or join your neighbors to care for and harvest the community cooperative vineyard. Pickle-ball and shuffleboard courts, putting green, and a picnic pavilion are located at another Coves's park, Wyatt's Landing. Additional amenities include 2 Equestrian Centers and a Dog Park. A full calendar of events is planned and there are over 30 clubs to join. *** 500,000 acre Pisgah National Forest and the Wilson Creek Wild and Scenic River Area are across the river and road! *** 1.25 hour drive to Charlotte or Asheville, minutes to Lenoir, Blowing Rock, Morganton, and the Blue Ridge Parkway.

1.94 acres, Lot CB22, Cypress Trail Unit #CB22, Lenoir

Listing courtesy of Arrow Realty & Land Development. jennifershattuck@arrowrealtync.com

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