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Main floor primary suite - 240 Morning Ride Drive, Columbus
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Iron clawfoot tub w/expansive views - 240 Morning Ride Drive, Columbus
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New granite - 240 Morning Ride Drive, Columbus
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Art studio/Study - 240 Morning Ride Drive, Columbus
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$1,479,000

240 Morning Ride Drive
Columbus, NC 28722
Listed by Kathy Tamburro · Coldwell Banker Caine/Williams
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
4.5
Living area
4,869 sqft
Year built
2001

About this home

A rare expression of mountain craftsmanship, timeless character, and enduring quality. Perched upon beautiful White Oak Mountain, this extraordinary timber home offers nearly 4,900 square feet of fully furnished, turn-key living, framed by sweeping long-range mountain views. Built with substantial 12-inch solid timber beams, 200-year-old heart pine floors, and three impressive stone fireplaces, this is a home where exceptional materials and thoughtful design create an inviting mountain retreat. A welcoming rocking-chair front porch opens to an expansive foyer, setting the tone for interiors rich in warmth and character. The magnificent great room features soaring cathedral ceilings, exposed wood beams, a stone gas fireplace, and walls of glass capturing the surrounding mountain vistas. The spacious dining area flows into an inviting eat-in kitchen with a large center island, a second stone fireplace, and distinctive hand-crafted Italian brick flooring. The main-level primary suite is a private sanctuary, complete with its own stone fireplace, iron clawfoot soaking tub overlooking the views, beautifully renovated shower and granite vanities. A powder room and walk-in laundry/pantry complete the main level. Outdoor living is equally inviting, with a full-length rear deck ideal for entertaining and stargazing, a lower-level patio, charming gazebo, and generous green space surrounded by natural beauty. Upstairs, a charming loft provides a quiet retreat, while two private guest suites each offer an ensuite bath. Designed for entertaining, the walk-out lower level features a pub-style recreation room with bar and billiards area, a study or art studio, an additional bedroom, and full bath. Ample unfinished space provides exceptional utility, including a second laundry area, freezer, refrigerator, well-equipped tool room, and abundant storage. Exceptional construction and thoughtful improvements provide lasting peace of mind, including a commercial grade generator for primary levels, metal roof, Andersen aluminum-clad hurricane-rated windows, updated rear doors, and water filtration system. Offered truly turn-key, the sale includes nearly all furnishings, antiques, fine art, collectibles, cookware, dishes, and linens. White Oak Mountain residents enjoy beautiful walking trails, three stocked lakes for fishing, a private neighborhood park, community pavilion, and frequent neighborhood socials. An adjacent 1.56-acre parcel is also available for purchase (Parcel #P58 85, Lot #45, Blk A), offering a rare opportunity to expand your mountain retreat. Just a scenic 10-minute drive down the mountain brings you to the charming town of Columbus, with grocery, medical, banking, and county services conveniently accessible. A distinctive mountain property offering exceptional craftsmanship, remarkable space, and a lifestyle that is increasingly difficult to find.

Highlights

Fireplace

Property details

MLS
Canopy MLS
MLS #
CAR4440721
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
White Oak Mountain
Status
Active
Days on market
1
On market date
November 4, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
4.5
Garage spaces
N/A
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
N/A
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.

Elementary
Tryon Elementary School
4.5 mi away · Grades -1-5
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.3
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
386
Student:teacher ratio
12.5:1
District
Polk County Schools
Middle
Polk County Middle School
2.8 mi away · Grades 6-8
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.3
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
497
Student:teacher ratio
12.4:1
District
Polk County Schools
High
Polk County Early College
1.86 mi away · Grades 9-12
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
4.7
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: A (2025)
Enrollment
60
Student:teacher ratio
15.0:1
District
Polk County Schools

Walkability

Blended score for Columbus's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

16
Very car-dependent
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
5.3 / 20 -- Least walkable
Google Places amenity density
0 / 100
Restaurants & cafes0
Grocery stores0
Parks0
Schools0
Transit stops0
Pharmacies0

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in Columbus, from live MLS data.

On the market 1 days -- 211 fewer days than Columbus's current average of 212 days.
For reference, the median list price across 122 active listings in Columbus right now is $450,000.

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Est. monthly payment
$9,057/mo
$295,800 down
$1,183,200 loan
Principal & interest$7,674
Property tax (est.)$1,233
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.