1487 Cordova Drive, Connelly Springs, NC

About the home

DOCK APPROVED, BUILDER-INSTALLATION SCHEDULED FOR LATE OCTOBER 2026, AND CONVEYING WITH THE HOME. Where thoughtful design, custom craftsmanship, and true lakefront living come together effortlessly, this 2026 new-construction modern farmhouse is set on a private, wooded ~1.5-acre waterfront homesite in the gated Paradise Harbor community on Lake Rhodhiss. Framed by tall pines, the home showcases sea-glass blue-green board-and-batten and lap siding with white trim, a stone base, dark architectural shingle roof, barn-style light fixtures, and a welcoming covered entry. Enjoy direct water access with a 6-ft-wide concrete path winding through the trees from the home down to the lakeshore — easily traveled by golf cart or electric vehicle. Inside, a light-filled two-story great room is anchored by a floor-to-ceiling stone gas fireplace. Ten-foot main-level ceilings, engineered hardwood, and decorative wood beams create a warm, custom feel throughout. The open chef’s kitchen is a showstopper with quartz waterfall island, walk-in pantry, gas range, luxury matte-white GE Café appliance package, and a wet bar with wine/beverage cooler. The kitchen, dining area, great room, primary suite, and screened rear porch all enjoy beautiful lake views. A delightful surprise in the main-level living area: a whimsical built-in, house-shaped nook with interior lighting — perfect as a cozy pet nook, children’s toy nook, or playful hideaway. The main level centers on a private owner’s suite overlooking the lake, offering a spa-inspired bath with soaking tub, walk-in shower, private water closet, and generous walk-in closet. Also on the main level: dedicated study/office, mud room, full guest bath, and laundry room with built-in pet shower. Upstairs, 9-ft ceilings continue through three bedrooms, a large open loft, and a second laundry room. Two bedrooms share a stylish Jack-and-Jill bath, while the third enjoys a private bath and walk-in closet. Quartz vanities, LED lighting, and custom white-melamine wood shelving throughout — no wire shelving here. Outdoors, relax on the screened rear porch with lake views, gather around the fire pit on the stamped-concrete patio, and enjoy a side-entry two-car garage with wood-look doors, insulated walls, and comfortable side parking. Built with the details that matter: dual electric heat-pump HVAC systems, owned buried propane tank serving the range, fireplace, and water heater, installed electric generator, hot-water recirculation system, certified radon mitigation system, fully automated irrigation, and switched exterior outlets at all four corners for easy holiday lighting. Ideally located minutes to I-40 between Morganton and Hickory, and about an hour from Charlotte, Asheville, and Blowing Rock. A rare opportunity to own a custom lakefront home on Lake Rhodhiss. Square footage approximate; buyer to verify. Schedule your private showing today.

Price in context

• Asking $333 per square foot.
• That is 4% below the $347 median across 10 active $1.5M+ homes in Connelly Springs.
• 4th highest asking price of 10 active $1.5M+ homes in Connelly Springs.
• 5th largest by living area of the 9 with a recorded size.
• No price changes since it was listed.
• 12 days on the market, listed 2026-09-29.
• County tax assessment $1,200,000; the asking price is 1.08× the assessed value.
• HOA dues $700 (annually).

Location

Neighborhood: Paradise Harbor, Burke County, ZIP 28612.

Straight-line distances

• Charlotte Douglas International Airport: 49.3 mi
• Wilson Air Center (private aviation, CLT): 50.1 mi
• Uptown Charlotte: 52.2 mi
• Charlotte Country Club: 54.7 mi
• SouthPark Mall: 56.6 mi
• Quail Hollow Club: 58.4 mi

Assigned schools

• Elementary: Valdese
• Middle: Heritage
• High: Jimmy C Draughn

School assignments come from the listing and can change; confirm with the district.

Features

Style

Farmhouse, Modern, Ranch, Traditional

Levels

Two

Construction

Fiber Cement, Hardboard Siding, Stone Veneer

Roof

Architectural Shingle

New construction

Yes

Bathrooms

4 full

Fireplace

Yes

Interior

Attic Stairs Pulldown, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar

Flooring

Other - See Remarks

Kitchen & appliances

Bar Fridge, Convection Microwave, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Exhaust Hood, Gas Cooktop, Propane Water Heater, Refrigerator with Ice Maker, Self Cleaning Oven, Tankless Water Heater

Heating

Central, Electric, Heat Pump

Cooling

Central Air, Electric

Garage

2 spaces

Parking

Driveway, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side

Exterior

Fire Pit, In-Ground Irrigation

Waterfront

Dock

View

Water

Lot

Cleared, Waterfront

Community

Boat Storage, Lake Access

County

Burke

Comparable homes on the market

• 2371 W Paradise Harbor Drive, Connelly Springs — $1,134,000, 4 bd, 4,741 sq ft, also in Paradise Harbor
• 2366 W Paradise Harbor Drive, Connelly Springs — $1,139,900, 5 bd, 4,642 sq ft, also in Paradise Harbor
• 2199 Castle Peak Mountain, Connelly Springs — $1,099,000, 4 bd, 2,721 sq ft, 1.2 mi away
• 3012 Jumping Run, Connelly Springs — $1,300,000, 4 bd, 2,694 sq ft, 1.7 mi away
• 3038 Jumping Run, Connelly Springs — $1,250,000, 1.7 mi away
• 7490 Oak Ridge Church Road, Connelly Springs — $1,099,000, 3 bd, 2,467 sq ft, 1.9 mi away

See it privately

Nicholas and Miriam Peters show every home personally. Peters & Associates, 4401 Barclay Downs Dr #132, Charlotte, NC 28209. Office 704-264-4572. Request a private showing.