Mountain Island Lake

Charlotte, NC

Welcome to Mountain Island Lake

Mountain Island Lake is a lake northwest of Charlotte, North Carolina created in 1924 to coincide with the building of Mountain Island Hydroelectric Station. It is named after the mountain which appears as an island in the lake, and the surrounding area is identified by the lake’s name. The shape of the lake follows the meander of the Catawba River’s course, dammed near the Mount Holly Wastewater Plant. Full pond elevation is approximately 647.5 feet (197 m). The lake has around 3,281 acres (13 km2) of surface area and 61 miles (98 km) of shoreline.

Mountain Island Lake is fed by the Catawba River, and is the smallest of the three man-made lakes that border Mecklenburg County, North Carolina (Lake Norman, and Lake Wylie). Mountain Island Lake is managed by Charlotte-based company Duke Energy. The primary function of Mountain Island Lake is to provide drinking water for over 1 million residents of Charlotte and surrounding Mecklenburg County, as well as Mount Holly and Gastonia in Gaston County. The lake is also accessible to the public for boating and fishing use. There are three boating access areas on the lake and a tailrace fishing platform for bank fishing in cooperation with the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission.

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3839 Mountain Cove Drive
$995,000   Coming Soon
Subdivision: Overlook

Welcome to this stunning two-story home with a finished basement, perfectly situated just across the street from beautiful Mountain Island Lake. Step inside to discover freshly painted cabinets, a spacious living room with a gas fireplace, and soaring ceilings accented by expansive windows that flood the space with natural light. A full bedroom and bathroom on the main level provide comfort and convenience. Upstairs, you’ll find three additional bedrooms, a versatile bonus room, and an extra playroom, offering plenty of space for everyone. The finished basement provides even more flexibility—perfect for an additional entertaining space, game room, or media room. The outdoor living is just as impressive with a private backyard featuring an oversized swimming pool, ideal for entertaining or relaxing in your own retreat. Only 600 feet away, enjoy neighborhood amenities including a swimming pool, pickle ball and tennis courts, and direct lake access. For those who love the water, an optional deeded boat slip is available with purchase. This home combines style, space, and an unbeatable location by the lake—don’t miss your chance to make it yours!

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Basic Information

MLS#: 4296728
Price: $995,000
Square Footage: 4112
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3.1
Acreage: 0.59
Year Built: 1997
Type: Single Family Residence
Listing courtesy of: EXP Realty LLC - austin@austinsnyderqc.com

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