South Carolina(Washington Insider Magazine) -Charlotte workers who want to get away from the bustle of in-town life must consider living on Lake Wylie. Living here will allow you to enjoy a resort-like lifestyle in the Lake Wylie area. The lake starts in the southwest corner of Mecklenburg County and it extends along the South Carolina Stateline into York County and the North of Gaston County.
Dozens of new developments are under around the lake. The growth in the lake area continues and Lake Wylie neighborhoods have been expanding as well. This waterfront property is becoming more and more scarce, and it has been driving up property values. Let’s find out about the best neighborhoods in Lake Wylie that are ideal to live in.
5 Best Places To Live On Lake Wylie
The community of Lake Wylie is not an incorporated city, but it is a collection of neighborhoods and businesses. Here are the best places to live on Lake Wylie.
1.Camp Thunderbird
When it comes to life on Lake Wylie, there is no shortage of things to do. Camp Thunderbird, is one of the best places to live if you are on a short holiday. The YMCA-operated summer environmental camp attracts many school-age children for fun and learning.
Lake Wylie is one of the most popular places that will allow you to see a beautiful, patriotic display of fireworks. It is a great place to live for boaters and landlubbers alike. During the Christmas season, the boaters decorate their rigs with lights and you can also witness the annual Christmas boat parade during the holiday season.
2. Tega Cay
Tega Cay is another established upscale Lake Wylie neighborhood. It is located on the I-77 and Gold Hill Road and is on the peninsula of Lake Wylie in South Carolina. The neighborhood started to develop in the 1970s. It was originally modeled after a Polynesian resort. The community is home to a lavish 27-hole golf course and marina.
3. The Sanctuary
This place is endorsed by Audubon International as it has maintained the natural beauty of the land. The Sanctuary is spread out over 1,300 acres and is located near McDowell Park. The development features range from two to more than 13 acres.
There are Twenty miles of nature trails that traverse through the community. They also offer 200 acres of natural areas. There is also a camp in the Sanctuary’s 17-acre lakefront community center that has beautiful swimming pools, tennis courts, and a fitness center. You can also find kids’ rooms, playgrounds, picnic areas, and a boating center.
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4. The Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
The crown jewel on Lake Wylie is the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. It is located on 450 acres on South New Hope Road in Gaston County. This property is the former home of Daniel Stowe, who is a textile businessman. He gave the property, along with $14 million, and is eager to establish an endowment to develop the garden.
The garden features a 13,500-square-foot visitors’ pavilion. It has also plenty of themed gardens that are filled with plants that are thriving along the Piedmont soil and weather. This garden area is accented with a dozen sparkling fountains and canals. It is a must to go on a trip to the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden with your friends or family.
There are many activities for kids at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. Your children can have a blast in the garden with the children’s Willow Maze. This maze has been designed to teach children how the different parts of the plant work.
5. River Hills, Berewick, and The Palisades
This neighborhood has nearly 1,100 homes. River Hills on S.C. 49 is one of the most established Lake Wylie neighborhoods in the area. It has homes ranging from condominiums to mansions. These homes are worth well over $2 million. This neighborhood of cedar consists of cypress-framed homes. These homes include a gated entry, tree-lined streets and so much more.
Berewick covers 1,050 acres in southwest Charlotte and it has a lot of offices, shops, and multi-family housing. You can also find many single-family homes in nine different communities that are available for $180s to $450s.
South of N.C. 49, The Palisades is also a 1,600-acre development. There is also a luxury Nicklaus Design championship golf course and a private country club in the area. You can also find a lot of activities at the equestrian center and the soccer complex and trails. Homes at The Palisades are available at around $400s to more than $2 million.
