2742 Hwy 268 Hwy, Lenoir, NC 28645

A rare slice of riverside living just outside Lenoir — this updated bungalow sits on 3.0 acres with direct frontage on the Yadkin River and long mountain views. The home’s efficient single-level layout (approximately 1,320 sq ft) includes a spacious living area that flows into a large, well-appointed kitchen with generous cabinetry. Hardwood floors have been refinished, walls freshly painted, and the floorplan offers three bedrooms plus a versatile bonus room that can serve as an office, nursery, or luxury walk-in closet off the primary suite.

The primary suite features a large walk-in shower with built-in bench and direct access to the covered back deck — a perfect spot to unwind while watching sunset colors behind the ridgeline. Practical upgrades make this property move-in ready: a metal roof provides long-term durability, a newer heat pump covers year-round comfort, and a recently replaced septic tank reduces near-term infrastructure concerns. A large mud/laundry room off the kitchen keeps daily life organized and connects to the full-length covered rear porch overlooking the river and valley.

Outside, the level yard flows to a scenic riverside seating area with picnic table and fire pit where evenings are spent listening to the current and enjoying privacy and wildlife. An outbuilding provides storage for tools, toys, or small equipment. The parcel’s size and flat usable acreage make it well-suited for gardening, small-scale homesteading, or creating additional outdoor amenities. Seller indicates willingness to also sell a neighboring unfinished home and acreage if a buyer seeks a larger holding — ask agent for details.

This property is an excellent choice for buyers seeking a turnkey country retreat with authentic riverfront character and practical updates. Schedule a showing to walk the grounds and experience why riverside properties in the Happy Valley / Yadkin corridor are highly sought after.

The Happy Valley/Yadkin River corridor near Hwy 268 is a rural, scenic stretch of Caldwell County where river access, pocket farmland and low-density residential lots dominate. Properties generally attract buyers seeking outdoor recreation, privacy, and a slower pace while maintaining a manageable drive to Lenoir’s services. Neighbors are a mix of long-time residents, hobby farmers, and weekend retreat owners.