698 Youngs Mountain Drive Come for the views-stay for the lifestyle!!!! Mountain retreat in Rumbling Bald with jaw-dropping, front-row views you want want to miss out on! Formerly a successful vacation rental and now available for private enjoyment or future income potential (short-term rentals permitted per community guidelines), this home is oriented to the panorama at every turn!!! A wraparound deck becomes your outdoor living room-morning coffee above the clouds, golden hour on the ridge lines, and star-filled nights over the lake. Inside, the main level lives dramatically large with expansive ceilings, exposed beams, and floor-to-ceiling windows that frame the view like artwork. Radiant floor heating keeps the great room warm and welcoming through all four seasons!!! The private primary suite is a quiet refuge with an incorporated office/study for work-from-mountain days, a generous ensuite bath, and two walk-in closets. A smart split-bedroom layout enhances privacy, with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths on the main. The open kitchen anchors everyday living and entertaining with a serving bar that keeps the chef connected to the view, while an additional wet bar makes hosting effortless. On the lower level, a 2-car garage opens to extra storage/workshop space for gear, golf clubs, bikes, kayaks, and holiday bins. The home is in great condition with only light TLC needed, and there's an option to purchase furnished-just bring a bag and move in. An additional lot conveys to help protect your long-range view corridor for the years ahead. Life at Rumbling Bald Resort brings the best of Lake Lure to your doorstep: a private beach and marina, two championship golf courses (Bald Mountain & Apple Valley), indoor and outdoor pools, a fitness/wellness center, tennis and pickleball, spa/sauna, mini-golf, walking paths, lake activities, and multiple onsite dining options. It's a gated community with easy access to the Village of Lake Lure and Chimney Rock for shops, cafes, and seasonal events, plus nearby groceries, healthcare, and regional dining-everything you need, with the mountain-lake setting you want. Whether you're seeking a full-time residence, a second-home escape, or a turnkey rental once registered, this property delivers a rare combination: massive view, resort amenities, practical storage, and true main-level living.