**OPEN HOUSE – Saturday, April 4th | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM** This impressive mountain home offers year-round mountain and Lake Lure views. 62 Skyline Drive is the perfect balance of seclusion and convenience, feeling worlds away while remaining just minutes from popular destinations. Inside, you’ll find a cozy floor-to-ceiling wood stove fireplace, a beautifully designed Tuscany-inspired kitchen, and thoughtfully landscaped gardens that enhance the home’s natural setting. Fresh mountain air with screened-in porches from both the primary bedroom suite and the kitchen. The primary suite provides a peaceful escape with an en suite bathroom featuring a walk-in tiled shower and unique, locally crafted hand-thrown pottery sinks. Enjoy the large, screened-in porch just off the primary bedroom. With mountain views from nearly every room, this home truly brings the beauty of the outdoors inside. Upstairs, you’ll find two spacious bedrooms filled with natural light, along with a large shared bathroom featuring a walk-in shower finished by a local artisan. Need more space? No problem! The unfinished basement is already plumbed for an additional bathroom and offers ample room to expand. With its own separate entrance and driveway, it’s ideal for creating a private guest suite or additional living quarters. Come experience breathtaking long-range mountain views from east to west and fall in love! Start your mornings with stunning sunrises and unwind each evening with unforgettable sunsets—all from the comfort of your own private mountain retreat. The backyard is mostly fenced and thoughtfully designed with a variety of native trees and seasonal blooms. You’ll also find walking trails, terraced beds with low maintainence perrinials and flowering shrubs, and a dedicated potting area—perfect for enjoying the outdoors year-round. While visiting, be sure to explore the community amenities in Gateway Mountain, including Waterfall Park and Lake George, connected by scenic hiking trails. Finish your day with a trip into Old Fort, where you’ll find local dining, live music, art, and more. Short-term rentals are allowed in Gateway Mountain, and its central location makes this property an ideal full-time residence, second home, or investment opportunity. Note: the purchase of the home comes with an additional lot. Newer furnishings and housewares can be included for a turn-key option, or removed if a buyer prefers.