1003 Glory Dr
Morganton, NC 28655
5 Beds
4.5 Baths
4,488 sqft (on 4.73 acres)
5 Beds
4.5 Baths
4,488 sqft
(on 4.73 acres)
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Description
There is a certain kind of road that does not hurry a soul along. It bends and drifts through the trees as though it knows something you do not, and at the end of that quiet passage sits a home that feels settled into the land rather than placed upon it. Welcome to this waterfront retreat in Dry Creek on Lake James, where nearly five acres of wooded privacy and shoreline create a setting that is both peaceful and enduring
Built in 2022 with a thoughtful nod to timeless mountain and lake architecture, this post and beam home carries a quiet strength. Inside, the great room rises with vaulted ceilings and exposed beams, anchored by a stone fireplace that gives the space both warmth and presence. The kitchen is well equipped and open, designed for gathering without fuss, with a natural flow into the living and dining areas where light moves easily through the home.
Step outside and the pace of life slows even further. A covered deck looks out over a calm cove, where the water rests easy and the shoreline curves in a way that feels protected and private. The dock and waterfront seating area invite long mornings, late afternoons, and the kind of evenings that do not require much more than a chair and a good story.
The main level offers both comfort and flexibility, with a spacious office or additional living area, a guest bedroom, and a well appointed primary suite that opens to the deck and takes in the water views. It is a space designed not just for rest, but for quiet moments that seem to stretch a little longer here.
Downstairs, the home continues to accommodate with ease. A second living area, kitchenette, and additional bedrooms provide a setup well suited for guests or extended stays, offering a sense of independence while remaining connected to the rest of the home. With five bedrooms and multiple gathering spaces, there is room here without feeling crowded.
A gentle walk leads to the water’s edge, where the private dock waits without hurry. There are no neighboring homes pressing in, no noise to interrupt the stillness, just the natural rhythm of the lake and woods. Yet despite its sense of seclusion, the home remains convenient to Morganton and the surrounding area.
For those seeking flexibility, this property may be placed into a two weeks or more rental program, offering an opportunity for both personal enjoyment and potential income.
Built in 2022 with a thoughtful nod to timeless mountain and lake architecture, this post and beam home carries a quiet strength. Inside, the great room rises with vaulted ceilings and exposed beams, anchored by a stone fireplace that gives the space both warmth and presence. The kitchen is well equipped and open, designed for gathering without fuss, with a natural flow into the living and dining areas where light moves easily through the home.
Step outside and the pace of life slows even further. A covered deck looks out over a calm cove, where the water rests easy and the shoreline curves in a way that feels protected and private. The dock and waterfront seating area invite long mornings, late afternoons, and the kind of evenings that do not require much more than a chair and a good story.
The main level offers both comfort and flexibility, with a spacious office or additional living area, a guest bedroom, and a well appointed primary suite that opens to the deck and takes in the water views. It is a space designed not just for rest, but for quiet moments that seem to stretch a little longer here.
Downstairs, the home continues to accommodate with ease. A second living area, kitchenette, and additional bedrooms provide a setup well suited for guests or extended stays, offering a sense of independence while remaining connected to the rest of the home. With five bedrooms and multiple gathering spaces, there is room here without feeling crowded.
A gentle walk leads to the water’s edge, where the private dock waits without hurry. There are no neighboring homes pressing in, no noise to interrupt the stillness, just the natural rhythm of the lake and woods. Yet despite its sense of seclusion, the home remains convenient to Morganton and the surrounding area.
For those seeking flexibility, this property may be placed into a two weeks or more rental program, offering an opportunity for both personal enjoyment and potential income.
Home Highlights
Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
$95/Monthly
Price/Sqft
$624
Listed
52 days ago
Home Details for 1003 Glory Dr
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MLS Status: Active |
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Interior Details Basement: Daylight,Full,Partially Finished,Walk-Out AccessNumber of Rooms: 16Types of Rooms: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom S, Bathroom Full, Bathroom Half, Bar Entertainment, Family Room, Great Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Utility Room |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 5Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms (full): 4Number of Bathrooms (half): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 4488 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Utilities: Fiber Optics, Propane, Underground Power Lines, Underground UtilitiesAppliances: Bar Fridge, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Exhaust Hood, Gas Range, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Wall Oven, Washer, Washer/DryerDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Laundry Room,Main LevelMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Heat PumpHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Heat Pump |
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace: Gas Log, Great Room |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Window: Insulated Windows, Window TreatmentsFlooring: Tile, Wood |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Levels: OneFloors: Tile, Wood |
View Has a ViewView: Water, Winter, Year Round |
Security Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security System, Smoke Detector(s) |
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Exterior Home Features Patio / Porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Side Porch |
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Driveway,Attached Garage,Garage Door Opener,Garage Faces Side,Garage on Main Level |
Pool Pool: Community |
Frontage WaterfrontWaterfront: Dock, WaterfrontResponsible for Road Maintenance: Private Maintained Road, Road Maintenance AgreementRoad Surface Type: Asphalt, PavedOn Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Septic InstalledWater Body: Lake James |
Surface & Elevation Elevation: 1000 FeetElevation: 1000Elevation Units: Feet |
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 2348 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 2140 Square Feet |
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Cumulative Days on Market: 32Days on Market: 52 |
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Year Built Year Built: 2022 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Post and Beam,Rustic |
Building Construction Materials: Fiber Cement, StoneNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels |
Property Information Parcel Number: 1754792080 |
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Price List Price: $2,799,000Price Per Sqft: $624 |
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Direction & Address City: MorgantonCommunity: Dry Creek |
School Information Elementary School: Oak HillJr High / Middle School: Table RockHigh School: Freedom |
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Listing Agent Listing ID: 4358891 |
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Building Details Builder Model: Butler's Mill CottageBuilder Name: Jeff Huffman Construction Company |
Building Area Building Area: 2348 Square Feet |
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Community Features: Cabana, Lake Access, Picnic Area, Walking TrailsNot Senior Community |
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HOA Name: Catawba Valley Prop. MgtHas an HOAHOA Fee: $1,140/Annually |
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Lot Area: 4.73 acres |
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Special Conditions: Standard |
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Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional |
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BasementMls Number: 4358891Water ViewWater View: WaterAttribution Contact: bryan@lakejames.comAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 2348 |
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CabanaLake AccessPicnic AreaWalking Trails |
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listing Provided by: Bryan Jones
Keller Williams Unified
Fletcher Edens
Keller Williams Unified
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#4358891
Also Listed on Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID.
Price History for 1003 Glory Dr
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 04/20/2026 | $2,799,000 | PriceChange | Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4358891 |
| 03/19/2026 | $2,995,000 | Listed For Sale | Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4358891 |
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Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | $132 |
| Assessment | $20,049 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 1003 Glory Dr
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.53 | Single-Family Home | $2,000,000 | 08/19/25 | 5 | 5 | 5,036 | |
0.55 | Single-Family Home | $1,300,000 | 12/05/25 | 5 | 4 | 3,074 | |
0.65 | Single-Family Home | $1,200,000 | 12/16/25 | 4 | 3.5 | 2,837 | |
0.91 | Single-Family Home | $1,950,000 | 02/26/26 | 4 | 4.5 | 4,245 | |
0.66 | Single-Family Home | $600,000 | 06/26/25 | 3 | 3 | 2,730 | |
0.86 | Single-Family Home | $720,000 | 10/30/25 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,700 | |
1.10 | Single-Family Home | $1,440,000 | 07/02/25 | 3 | 3.5 | 3,562 | |
1.26 | Single-Family Home | $1,575,000 | 10/16/25 | 5 | 5.5 | 4,959 | |
1.39 | Single-Family Home | $762,500 | 12/31/25 | 3 | 2.5 | 3,408 |
Assigned Schools
These are the assigned schools for 1003 Glory Dr.
- Table Rock Middle
- 6-8
- Public
- 502 Students
6/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageI have not always felt this way. Table Rock was once an awesome school, most of the teachers are still great. The problem is the Principal (Felicia Simmons) and her policies. She operates the school like a prison, and does not create a positive atmosphere for learning, for children during this transitional period in their lives. She has one of the worst ratings in the county's history. I am not sure why BCPS shuffles problems around instead of getting rid of them.Parent Review9y ago - Freedom High
- 9-12
- Public
- 1414 Students
5/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageThe bullying is terrible, it’s all I can focus on sometimes and has ruined senior year for meStudent Review6y ago - Oak Hill Elementary
- PK-5
- Public
- 327 Students
2/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageFormer principal made this an impossible place to work and thrive.Teacher Review1y ago 
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What Locals Say about Morganton
At least 148 Trulia users voted on each feature.
84 % Say parking is easy
81 % Say yards are well-kept
80 % Say car is needed
72 % Say it's dog friendly
66 % Say there's holiday spirit
58 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
58 % Say it's quiet
58 % Say kids play outside
52 % Say people would walk alone at night
51 % Say there's wildlife
49 % Say neighbors are friendly
49 % Say streets are well-lit
34 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
33 % Say there are sidewalks
32 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
29 % Say there are community events
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1003 Glory Dr, Morganton, NC 28655 is a 5 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 4,488 sqft single-family home built in 2022. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID on Mar 19, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 4358891.