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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4224 Mountain Cove Drive
$899,000   Active
Subdivision: Overlook

Welcome to Overlook, a sought-after waterfront community where spacious living meets a beautiful natural setting. This impressive full-brick home offers abundant space, natural light, and a versatile floor plan designed for both everyday living and entertaining. The two-story family room creates a dramatic focal point, while the open-concept main level flows seamlessly into the spacious kitchen with center island. The oversized primary suite is a true retreat, featuring a private sitting room and an expansive walk-in closet. New carpet upstairs and hardwoods throughout on the main floor. With six bedrooms and five full baths, there is exceptional flexibility for family, guests, work-from-home space, or hobbies. The full walkout basement expands the living space with plenty of room for entertaining, recreation, a media area, home gym, or game room, along with abundant storage. Step outside to a large, private backyard surrounded by mature trees and a peaceful natural setting, backing to a stream for added privacy and tranquility. The new deck provides the perfect spot for outdoor dining, entertaining, or simply enjoying the wooded backdrop. Thoughtfully updated with a new roof in 2024, HVAC systems replaced in 2024 and 2025, and a new gas water heater in 2020. The side-load three-car garage offers generous parking and storage. Enjoy the exceptional amenities of Overlook, including walking trails, neighborhood boat storage and boat launch, new pool, tennis and pickleball courts, clubhouse, basketball courts, and playground. A rare combination of space, privacy, natural beauty, and an incredible waterfront-community lifestyle.

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Basic Information

MLS#: 4426358
Price: $899,000
Square Footage: 5346
Bedrooms: 6
Bathrooms: 5.1
Acreage: 0.52
Year Built: 2003
Type: Single Family Residence
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Listing courtesy of: Maultsby Realty Group - laura@maultsbygroup.com

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