Set along the shores of Kerr Scott Lake, this custom 3BR/2.5BA log cabin offers the rare combination of breathtaking waterfront views, exceptional craftsmanship, & the kind of functionality lake buyers dream about. Inside, soaring wood ceilings, hardwood floors, expansive windows, & stone FP. Natural light fills the open living spaces while nearly every angle draws your attention back to the water. Additional features include 2025 roof & Kohler whole-home generator. In addition to the attached 2-car garage, a massive custom-built detached garage built in 2025 offers exceptional space for your boat, golf cart, vehicles, pontoon, & lake equipment—with room left over for storage. Enjoy your personal covered boat dock w/aluminum gangplank, offering direct access to Kerr Scott Lake & making it effortless to enjoy boating & fishing, kayaking, & sunset cruises. A direct golf path makes it super easy to go from deck to dock.
For sale
Price cut: $25.5K (8/27)
$1,299,500
318 Heron Drive, Wilkesboro, NC 28697
3beds
2,464sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2009
1.5 Acres Lot
$1,226,200 Zestimate®
$527/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Massive custom-built detached garageSoaring wood ceilingsHardwood floorsExpansive windowsBreathtaking waterfront views
- 102 days
- 789
- 37
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
John Ward (336)667-1719,
Ward & Ward Properties
Source: High Country AOR,MLS#: 262010
Originating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.
Originating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Basement: Finished
- Attic: None
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Stone, Vented
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,464
- Total interior livable area: 2,464 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,232
- Finished area below ground: 1,232
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage, Other, See Remarks
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Waterfront features: Lake, Lake Front, Lake Privileges
Lot
- Size: 1.5 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 03000833
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Log Home
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Log
- Foundation: Basement
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 2009
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private, Well
- Utilities for property: Septic Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Lake
- Subdivision: OtherSeeRemarks
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Wilkesboro
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $527/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $550,090
- Annual tax amount: $2,722
- Date on market: 5/18/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,New Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$1,226,200
$1.16M - $1.29M
$2,390/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/27/2026 | Price change | $1,299,500-1.9%$527/sqft |
Source:  High Country AOR #262010 Report a problem | ||
| 8/5/2026 | Price change | $1,325,000-1.9% |
Source:  Triad MLS #1219320 Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2026 | Price change | $1,350,000-3.2% |
Source: Triad MLS #1219320 Report a problem | ||
| 5/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,395,000+149.6% |
Source: Triad MLS #1219320 Report a problem | ||
| 10/20/2021 | Sold | $559,000 |
Source: Triad MLS #1044577 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2021 | Pending sale | $559,000 |
Source: Triad MLS #1044577 Report a problem | ||
| 11/27/2019 | Listing removed | $1,800$1/sqft |
Source: Ward & Ward Properties, LLC Report a problem | ||
| 11/19/2019 | Listed for rent | $1,800$1/sqft |
Source: Ward & Ward Properties, LLC Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,723 -20.2% | $550,090 +22.5% |
| 2024 | $3,411 | $448,870 |
| 2023 | $3,411 | $448,870 |
| 2022 | $3,411 +6.2% | $448,870 +6.2% |
| 2021 | $3,212 | $422,620 |
| 2020 | $3,212 +8.7% | $422,620 |
| 2019 | $2,955 | $422,620 +10.1% |
| 2018 | $2,955 | $383,730 |
| 2017 | $2,955 +1.5% | $383,730 |
| 2016 | $2,910 | $383,730 |
| 2015 | $2,910 -4% | $383,730 |
| 2014 | $3,031 -5% | $383,730 -9.8% |
| 2012 | $3,190 | $425,270 |
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Neighborhood: 28697
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Boomer-Ferguson
- High: Wilkes Central
Source: High Country AOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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