511 Alex D Owens Dr, Kings Mountain, NC 28086

Perched on an elevated 1.76-acre parcel in the Shepherd Mountain community, 511 Alex D Owens Drive is a custom-built craftsman that reads like a modern lodge. Enter through a private driveway and pass mature pines to a home that was designed to celebrate the surrounding topography—soaring wood-beamed cathedral ceilings and a dramatic stone fireplace anchor the main living area, creating a warm gathering space for both everyday life and larger gatherings.

The open-concept main floor brings scale without sacrificing intimacy: generous sightlines across living, dining and kitchen let the architecture breathe while built-ins and thoughtfully placed storage keep the spaces uncluttered. The primary suite on the main level opens to a private deck where sweeping outlooks toward rolling hills and community lake glimpses are part of your daily routine. Upstairs and across the plan you’ll find four additional bedrooms and a large recreation room—ideal for media, a workshop area, or a home gym—ensuring the home adapts to multi-generational living or extended-stay guests.

Details matter here: brick and hardboard siding, a shingle roof, central air with an electric heat pump, and an attached 2-car garage combine low-maintenance systems with classic materials. Practical essentials are in place for country living—well water and an on-site septic system—while the Rural Residential (RR) zoning preserves privacy and the property’s open feel. The home was completed in 2011 and offers approximately 3,452 square feet of finished living space.

Beyond the lot, Shepherd Mountain delivers outdoor life at your doorstep: community lake access, Moss Lake three miles away, Veronet Vineyards four miles out, and both Crowders Mountain and Kings Mountain State Parks within a short drive. These amenities, along with a steady local market and opportunities for short-term rental income, make this property attractive to buyers seeking a private retreat near Charlotte without sacrificing convenience.

Listed at $715,000 (assessed at $635,389 with annual taxes of $3,925), this home is move-in ready and thoughtfully maintained. Schedule a tour to experience the cathedral ceilings, the stone hearth, and the quiet plateau that make this property a distinctive Shepherd Mountain address.

Shepherd Mountain offers a private, outdoors-oriented lifestyle: elevated lots, community lake access, and quick routes to regional outdoor anchors. Residents enjoy short drives to Moss Lake, Veronet Vineyards, and two state parks—Crowders Mountain and Kings Mountain—making weekends easy to fill with hiking, boating, and wine tastings. The area is part of Cleveland County’s school district with average public school ratings; many families supplement with private or regional schooling options. Proximity to the Charlotte metro provides commuter convenience while preserving a quiet, rural character.