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959 N Lakeshore Drive

Lake Junaluska, NC 28745

9 beds
5 baths
5,994 sqft
14,810 sqft lot
$79 per sqft
1920 build
– on site

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The Atkins House in the heart of Lake Junaluska. Once in a lifetime opportunity to own this grand piece of Junaluska History. Built by Bishop James Atkins in 1922, as his private residence. Later converted and used for office space, spiritual retreat for missionaries, and Bed & Breakfast. Views of Lake Junaluska from many of the rooms. 6+ Bedrooms / 4.5 Baths; 5000+ square feet. Grand entry into the Living Room, Dining Room, Parlor. & grand staircase. 12' ceilings, original wood floors, many original windows. There are NON-functioning fireplaces in most every room. This home could be a multi-generational home brought back to its glory days. You truly must see to appreciate. City water/sewer. Subject to Lake Junaluska Rules & Regs.

Listing courtesy of CMLS / Lakeshore Realty

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jul 16, 2023 •

MLS# 3590001 —

The Building

Year Built:

1920
Construction Status:

Complete
New Construction:

false
Construction Type:

Site Built
Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Construction Materials:

Brick Partial,Vinyl Siding
Architectural Style:

Colonial
Roof:

Shingle
Porch:

Covered,Front
Foundation Details:

Basement Outside Entrance,Basement Partially Finished,Block
Building Area Total:

5994
SqFt Upper:

2090
SqFt Unheated Total:

2200
SqFt Unheated Third:

2000
SqFt Unheated Basement:

200
Below Grade Finished Area:

1800

Interior

Features:

Cable Available,Pantry,Split Bedroom
Flooring:

Carpet,Vinyl,Wood
Entry Hall Level:

Upper
Living Area:

5994
Living Room Level:

Main
2nd Living Quarters Level:

Upper
Kitchen Level:

Main
Kitchen 2 Level:

Upper
Dining Area Level:

Main
Dining Room Level:

Main
Parlor Level:

Main
Media Room Level:

Basement
Bonus Room Level:

Basement
Exercise Room Level:

Basement
Recreation Room Level:

Basement
Office Level:

Main
Office 2 Level:

Basement
Study Level:

Upper
Study 2 Level:

Basement
Fireplace:

true
Fireplace Features:

Living Room
Room Type:

Bathroom 1,Bathroom 2,Dining Area,Dining Room,Kitchen,Living Room,Office,Parlor,Bedroom 1,Bedroom 2,Bedroom 3,2nd Living Quarters,Bathroom 3,Bathroom 4,Entry Hall,Master Bedroom,Study,Bedroom 4,Bedroom 5,Bedroom 6,Bathroom 5,Bonus Room,Exercise Room,Media Room,Recreation Room
Room 3 Room Type:

Bathroom(s),Bonus Room,Exercise,Media,Office,Rec Room,Study

Location

Directions:

Hwy 19 to main entrance to Lake Junaluska-North Lakeshore Dr. Continue past Terrace Hotel & Stuart Auditorium toward Lambuth Inn. Atkins House on left next to Sunset Inn. Sign
Latitude:

35.530078
Longitude:

-82.968401

The Property

Type:

Residential
Lot Features:

Long Range View,Mountain View,Paved,Lake On Property,Sloped,Water View,Year Round View
Lot Size Area:

0.34
Zoning:

RES
Zoning Description:

Res
Exterior Features:

Shed(s),Workshop
Waterfront Features:

Boat Ramp – Community,Paddlesport Launch Site - Community,Pier
Structure Type:

2 Story/Basement
Road Responsibility:

Private Maintained Road
Road Surface Type:

Gravel

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Parcel Number:

8617-91-6415
Tax Assessed Value:

314500

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

9
Beds Total:

3
Beds Total:

4
Beds Total:

2
Master Bedroom Level:

Upper
Bedroom 1 Level:

Main
Bedroom 2 Level:

Main
Bedroom 3 Level:

Main
Bedroom 4 Level:

Upper
Bedroom 5 Level:

Upper
Bedroom 6 Level:

Upper

Baths

Baths:

5
Full Baths:

4
Half Baths:

1
Full Baths:

2
Full Baths:

2
Half Baths:

1
Bathroom 1 Level:

Main
Bathroom 2 Level:

Main
Bathroom 3 Level:

Upper
Bathroom 4 Level:

Upper
Bathroom 5 Level:

Basement

The Listing

Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Central,Baseboard,Heat Pump,Heat Pump,Oil

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Source:

Public
Water Heater:

Electric

Appliances

Appliances:

Oven,Refrigerator
Laundry Features:

Main Level

Schools

Elementary School:

Junaluska
Middle School:

Waynesville
High School:

Tuscola

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Lake Junaluska Assembly
Community Features:

Fitness Center,Golf,Lake,Outdoor Pool,Playground,Recreation Area,Security,Sidewalks,Street Lights,Tennis Court(s),Walking Trails
Water Body Name:

Lake Junaluska
Association Name:

LJPW
Association Fee:

$1,258
Association Fee Paid:

Annually
Proposed Special Assessment:

No
HOA Subject To:

Required

Parking

Parking Features:

Carport - 1 Car,On Street
Main Level Garage:

No

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
8/27/20 Aug 27, 2020	Sold	CMLS	$474,750	-5.0%
7/20/20 Jul 20, 2020	Sold Subject To Contingencies	CMLS	$499,500
2/14/20 Feb 14, 2020	Listed / Active	CMLS	$499,500

House Sold on 8/27/2020

$474,750

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959 N Lakeshore Drive

Lake Junaluska, NC 28745