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HISTORIC HOMES
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CUSTOM BUILT HOMES
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LOCATED ON THE BLUE RIDGE Parkway atop the Eastern Continental Divide, in the idyllic village of Blowing Rock, North Carolina, awaits Chestnut at Blowing Rock – a private enclave of 23 single-story luxury residences surrounded by lush natural scenery, unmatched views and modern conveniences. Redefining luxury living, Chestnut at Blowing Rock features open and airy living spaces, natural finishes and towering windows designed to showcase breathtaking vistas of Moses Cone Memorial Park and Grandfather Mountain State Park. The quaint and charming shops and restaurants of Main Street are minutes from your doorstep. Discover elegant living in a casual setting at Chestnut at Blowing Rock.
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131 WOODLAND ST ~ HISTORIC DAVIDSON
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18706 RIVER FORD DR ~ RIVER RUN 2ND FAIRWAY
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103 & 109 COLLEGE DRIVE ~ .97 ACRES
MLS# 3279561 | $789,000 One block from Davidson College campus
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12627 NINEBARK TRAIL IN THE SANCTUARY, CHARLOTTE. Recently updated executive home on 3 private acres. Stunning kitchen and baths. Idyllic backyard entertaining area with koi pond and waterfall. 20 min. f/Charlotte $960,000 CONTACT VERA TANG 704-577-6848
214 KINGS MOUNTAIN ST. Beautifully renovated historic craftsman style home is located in the heart of Clover, SC 4BR/3BA $279,900
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13424 SAGE THRASHER. Time to build your dream estate with Simonini Homes on 9.4 waterfront acres on Lake Wylie in The Sanctuary, Charlotte’s exclusive waterfront community. Impressive architectural features. $2,121,450
1809 WEDOWEE IN ROCK HILL’S WATER EDGE N’BORHOOD. Almost new 4BR with full unfinished basement and 2 garages. exquisite finishing touches, oh the bathrooms you’ll love! $460,000
Robin Knows Dirt It’s time to build your dream home! Let our builders give you a quote! • 14408 Soldier Rd Charlotte 1.5 acre wooded beauty on private lake $72,000 • 660 Briarwood in Lake Wylie’s Clarendon Estates & Clover Schools 1 AC lot $50,000 • 208 Highland Forest Dr. in Clover’s Patrick Place .53 AC $47,500 • 1280 Parsons Rd Discover historic McConnells SC! Private 30 acre wooded lot $150,000 • Georgeous waterfront 2.83 acre lot Mountain Lakes in Chester $50,000 • 5975 Morning Star Rd. 4.5 acre lot in desired Cook’s Cove neighborhood $65,000 • .59 acre lot on Jim McCarter Rd $13,200 • .51 acre lot on Jim McCarter Rd $18,000 • Rambler Ln Blacksburg 10 building lots, all wooded 1-2 acres between Charlotte and Spartanburg close to I-85 $13,000 each
OLE CAMBRIDGE CIRCLE • ONLY 1 LEFT! Lot 6 Ole Cambridge 4.39 acres in Clover $83,410 • All lots have been perked and survey is done
WELCOME TO THE ESTATES AT GLENMOOR, HISTORIC YORK. THESE ARE THE LAST ONES!!!!!!! 3128 GLENMOOR - 1 acre cul-de-sac lot backs up to woods, master main 3200 sq ft. $319,000. 3120 GLENMOOR - awesome master on main plan $330,000. 3324 ASHLYN WAY - Almost done! two 2 car garages, cul-de-sac on 1.27 acre lot. $350,000. DON’T MISS OUT!! 3121 GLENMOOR - Cottage style, master main $315,000.
BELMONT’S LAKE MIST WATERFRONT COMMUNITY: • 512 Lake Breeze waterfront canoe lot 2.52 acres $100,000 • 105 Lake Mist 1.3 acres $30,000
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2076 SHADY POND IN HARPER’S MILL Beautiful 3bed/3bath townhouse in the heart of Lake Wylie. $179,900
317 SHINGLEOAK DR 3BR/2.5BA town home in Lake Wylie’s established Autumn Cove! End unit w/ master on main and fenced in private patio. $179,000
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Custom Home For Sale in gated neighborhood of Marvin The Gates of Ansley sheacustom.com 5 BD, 4.5 BA, 4,381 sq ft Offered at $765,430* 921 Giacomo Drive Waxhaw, NC 28173 MLS# 3260385 Under Construction - Complete in September Four sides brick exterior 4 Car Garage Partially wooded .605 acre homesite Rear covered porch Large Bonus Room Owner’s Suite on second floor Generous guest suite on first floor Gourmet Kitchen with GE Monogram Professional 36” gas range top, microwave drawer & double ovens, farm house sink, grey & white cabinets stacked to the ceiling
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167 Vineyard Drive · Mooresville Beautiful waterfront home. Popular Village location. Walk to all amenities at The Point . Remodeled main level. Lower level with great entertaining spaces and home theater. Outdoor fireplace, terrace and deeded boat slip directly behind the home. MLS 3298192
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