The Grandfather Mountain view from the build site on Lot 104 - breathtaking!
Grandfather Mountain is a 5,946-foot peak in Western North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains, renowned for its intense biodiversity, 300-million-year-old rock formations, and the famous Mile High Swinging Bridge. It features both a private, non-profit nature park attraction and a separate state park, offering hiking, wildlife habitats, and panoramic views.
Lot 104 is over 3 acres.  Fiber optic for internet and cable TV and electric lines are buried at the street.
The build site is flat and sits above the street, maintaining privacy.
The Blue Ridge Mountain views spread out before you.
Choose your own house plan and builder.  The Architectural Review Board must approve your plan and your builder.  Minimum heated living area (home size) is 1,500 sq ft (can be on 2 levels, so a 750 sq ft footprint will work if both levels are finished).
Builder and lender contact info is available
The Architectural Standards allow more than one home on the lot, although it cannot be subdivided.
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Lot 104 is just up the hill from the Johns River.  The Coves is 3,200 acres and there are eight gated entrances spread out around the perimeter
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The Coves consists of approximately 3,200 acres and there are eight gated entrances spread out around the perimeter.
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The Coves is gated and the trail system that winds throughout the community is only available to Coves owners.  There are horse trails, hiking, and biking trails, and UTV trails.  (UTVs have steering wheels.  ATVs have handle bars and they are not allowed at The Coves)
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The clubhouse, Pisgah Lodge, is located on one of the highest peaks at The Coves.
The clubhouse has 360º views that include the Blue Ridge Mountains, the South Mountains, and the Brushy Mountains.
The saline pool is an amazing place to cool off in the summer.
Yoga, strength training and other classes are available.
The fitness center and locker rooms are in the lower level of the clubhouse
Pool table loft at the clubhouse
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The clubhouse kitchen is fully equipped.
Sunset socials are on each monthly calendar of events.
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Kayak access points are spread out along the 5 miles of river front at The Coves
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The Johns River is a crystal clear, lazy river, perfect for kayaking, wading, fishing, and even panning for gold.
The Coves Gang gets together for the annual Tube Float every summer, finishing up at the picnic pavilion for a BBQ
Winding River Rd runs along the river and leading to the River Barn, the community garden and vineyard.  Trail heads lead off through the woods to different areas and streets in The Coves
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There are two equestrians centers and a thriving Equestrian Club.  There are over 18 private barns at The Coves as well.
Pickleball courts, a putting green, corn hole boards, shuffleboard and a picnic pavilion are at Wyatt's park.
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Sunrise over Round Mountain
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Pisgah National Forest is less than two miles away.
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$119,900

Lenoir, NC 28645
Listed by Jennifer Shattuck · Arrow Realty & Land Development
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The iconic Grandfather Mountain profile view is front and center of this 3+ acre home site at The Coves Mountain River Club. The build site is flat and sits above the street, maintaining privacy. A 3 bedroom septic permit has been issued, (expires Aug. 2026). Choose your own floor plan and builder; builder and plan must be approved by the ARB. Builder and lender contacts are available. Minimum home size is 1,500 sq ft (can be on 2 levels, so a 750 sq ft footprint will work if both levels are finished). Electric and fiber optic cable (high speed internet and cable TV) are buried at the street. Your backyard is wooded and goes back another 450+ feet. *** The Coves Mountain River Club is a 3,200 acre gated community on 5 miles of the Johns River, 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.

Property details

MLS #
CAR4377709
Property type
Acreage
Subdivision
The Coves Mountain River Club
Status
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Days on market
41
On market date
May 5, 2026
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles · public school directory data (NCES)

Elementary
Collettsville School
0.8 mi away · Grades -1-8
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.0
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
352
Student:teacher ratio
16.0:1
District
Caldwell County Schools
Middle
Gamewell Middle
4.97 mi away · Grades 6-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
1.9
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: F (2025)
Enrollment
502
Student:teacher ratio
14.8:1
District
Caldwell County Schools
High
Caldwell Applied Sciences Academy
11.07 mi away · Grades 9-12
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
4.0
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: B (2025)
Enrollment
204
Student:teacher ratio
14.6:1
District
Caldwell County Schools

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