https://youtube.com/shorts/nXIkZNgL6nY?feature=share Every once in a while you meet someone whose work speaks long before they do. That is certainly true of Carl Meyers. For years, I have admired some of the most beautiful outdoor spaces around Lake James without always knowing who created them. Then a pattern started to emerge. The natural stonework. The thoughtful…
Author: Bryan Jones
Lake James Team looks back on the year so far and compares it to the same time period as last year.
Waterfront Homes (Includes all properties on the water, regardless of dockability) 2026 2025 📈 Year-Over-Year 💡 What We’re Seeing Waterfront inventory actually moved in 2026—and when it did, it moved at stronger price points. Even with one non-dockable property in the mix, the overall trend is clear: 🎯 Takeaway Waterfront is driving the market, both…
This is not a collapse. It is a cycle. And most folks are reading it sideways. Greetings from Lake James, where the water is still clear, the mountains are still standing, and the real estate market continues to behave like a teenager with a new driver’s license. Fast, unpredictable, and occasionally headed in the wrong…
Around Lake James, the details matter.That’s why so many local builders and homeowners trust the craftsmanship of Oak Hill Ironwood Works. Based right here in Morganton, they’ve built a reputation for creating custom ironwork and woodwork that adds both character and quality to homes throughout our community.In this walkthrough, you’ll hear directly from the owner…