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Now serving the Charlotte, Lake Norman, Asheville & Wilmington markets, the company is trusted by the region’s most discriminating clientele. Ivester Jackson Companies has a rich history of serving relocating and local Fortune 1000 executives, NASCAR professionals, athletes, celebrities, entrepreneurial executives, as well as international investors. From leading Lake Norman communities like The Peninsula, The Point, Governor’s Island, River Run, and historic Davidson, to Charlotte’s premier destination communities such as Myers Park, Eastover, Dilworth, SouthPark, Ballantyne, and Weddington, the company’s brokers are experts at marketing and locating the best lifestyle properties in the region. While Ivester Jackson leads the region’s luxury segment, it remains a popular choice for buyers and sellers at all price points, with over 50% of its transactions occurring below the million-dollar level. The company also handles investment and commercial properties and offers relocation services to individuals, teams, and businesses considering a new location in the Carolinas.

11/03/2026

Waterfront living on Lake Norman takes on a whole new meaning in this exceptional custom home in Cornelius. Designed with incredible attention to detail, every level has been thoughtfully planned and the quality is unmistakable. ✨👏

📍 21216 Rio Oro Drive
🏠 5,188 sqft, 5 beds, 5 baths, 1 half bath
🏷️ $3,750,000

Soaring 12-foot ceilings, wide-plank European white oak floors, custom millwork and a diamond-coffered ceiling. Every bit of this custom estate comes together to form a true gem out on Lake Norman.

Here is what makes 21216 Rio Oro Drive stand out:

🍽️ A kitchen with custom two-tone inset cabinetry and a substantial panel-ready appliance package.
🛏️ A primary suite that feels like a true escape, with sliders leading to a private deck and a completed ensuite bathroom and walk-in closet.
⛳️ Finished basement with a full custom golf simulator, built-in sauna, private home office and kitchenette.
🌅 Outdoor space with room for a future pool, professionally landscaped grounds, three covered rear porches and a private dock.
🥂 Expertly designed for lake days, pool parties, game days, and evenings with friends.

Located in Bahia Bay in Cornelius, minutes away from dining, shopping, and medical care, this home delivers the Lake Norman lifestyle in one of the area's most sought-after waterfront locations. ✨

Listed by Lori Ivester Jackson | Ivester Jackson Lake Norman
| 704.996.5686

Message Lori for more information and to schedule a showing for this property. 📲

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11/02/2026

This stunning Western-style log cabin offers 12.25 acres with a flowing creek, boarding more than 1,133 acres of North Carolina Game Lands and offering rental income opportunities. You won't see many homes built like this in the High Country! ⛰️✨

📍420 Spring Creek Drive
🏠 4,011 sqft, 3 beds, 3 baths
🏷️ $1,550,000

Here is what makes 420 Spring Creek Drive one of the most enticing offerings in the North Carolina Mountains

🪵 Enter from the covered rocking-chair front porch into a great room anchored by a massive stone, wood-burning fireplace.
🌄 A large deck off the great room with outdoor seating areas and a large hot tub.
🛏️ A large primary suite with an outdoor sitting area.
👏 Two lower-level bonus rooms with extra storage.
🎱 An upstairs loft with two small decks and a game room.

With low HOA fees, this mountain getaway is made all the more appealing. If you're looking for the perfect mountain escape in West Jefferson, home to many storefronts, restaurants, and coffee shops similar to those in Boone, Banner Elk, and Blowing Rock, then this home is for you.

Listed by Jessica Herndon | Ivester Jackson High Country
828.610.3294 | .realtor

10/30/2026

Set along a quiet cove of Lake Wylie, this custom estate recently completed in 2023 stands among the lake’s premier luxury waterfront homes.

📍 1016 Timberlake Point
🏠 6,227 sqft, 4 beds, 5 baths, 1 half bath
🏷️ $3,999,999

Newer construction, a resort-caliber backyard, and a covered dock come together here in a way rarely found this close to Charlotte, with interiors designed as much for easy lake days as for entertaining on a grand scale.

Here is what makes this property an incredible offering in the Charlotte and Lake Wylie market:

🤫 Hidden Full Scullery: Second prep kitchen fully concealed behind secret cabinetry, equipped with its own refrigerator and dishwasher
🍷 Climate-Controlled W**e Closet: Custom glass display anchored directly off the primary entertaining space
🛗 Residential Elevator: Full accessibility between levels, an exceptional, high-value asset in the multi-story lake market
🍸 Vaulted Keeping Room Lounge: Cozy secondary gathering space with exposed beams, gas fireplace, and built-in wet bar
🚤 Turnkey Covered Dock: Private boat lift, jet ski lift, integrated lighting, and dedicated Wi-Fi
🏊 Resort Saltwater Infinity Pool: 2,580 sq ft patio featuring a vanishing edge, spillover spa, tanning ledge, and fire bowls
🌅 Four-Season Screened Lanai: Retractable screens, full outdoor kitchen, and fireplace blending indoor-outdoor living
⛳ Private Turf Putting Green: Low-maintenance entertainment feature set within a fully enclosed, mature-tree backyard

A newer luxury home with this caliber of finish, resort-style outdoor living, and lake access just a short drive from Charlotte is a rare find on Lake Wylie, and this one is ready to make every day feel like a getaway.

Listed by:
Liza Caminiti | Ivester Jackson Charlotte

704.526.6695
[email protected]

Isabel Gonzalez | Ivester Jackson Charlotte

704.771.5084
[email protected]

For more information and to schedule a showing, reach out to Liza and Isabel. 📲

10/27/2026

Lake Norman luxury real estate turned in another phenomenal quarter. 👏

The Ivester Jackson Q3 2026 Lake Norman Luxury Market Report is here, and the biggest trend is clear: the market has shifted from scarcity to value. Buyers have more choices than they’ve had in years, but demand for waterfront and luxury homes north of Charlotte, NC is still strong.

Swipe for the community-by-community breakdown 👉

📍 Cornelius: $3M+ closed sales jumped from 6 to 16 vs. Q3 2025. South-lake waterfront remains one of the strongest luxury segments on the lake.

📍 Davidson: One of the most balanced luxury markets on Lake Norman, with healthy absorption and strong pending activity from relocation and move-up buyers.

📍 Mooresville: Still the volume leader. More inventory means more options, and turnkey homes are outperforming dated ones.

📍 Denver / West Shore: $2M+ closed sales more than doubled year over year. One of the lake’s strongest growth markets right now.

📍 North Shore (Troutman & Sherrills Ford): Inventory is elevated and buyers are choosy, but premium waterfront still draws demand.

📍 Concord & Cabarrus: Entry luxury is more competitive, while higher price points are holding strong.

📍 Lake Hickory & Lake Rhodhiss: Buyer’s market conditions, with the best results going to truly exceptional properties.

💡 What this means for you:
Sellers: pricing and presentation matter more than ever. Well-positioned homes are still selling.

Buyers: you finally have room to compare, negotiate, and find the right fit on the water.

Thinking about buying or selling on Lake Norman? DM us to talk about your neighborhood. 📩

Save this for your next market check-in. 🔖

10/22/2026

Step off the ferry, hand over your keys, and let the golf cart take you home. 🛥️🌊

For Charlotte, Lake Norman, and Raleigh-Durham buyers seeking true coastal privacy, The Inn at Bald Head Island is in a league of its own. Perched right on Harbour Village, this landmark retreat delivers completely car-free barrier island living where morning routines start with salt-marsh breezes and views of Old Baldy Lighthouse.

Voted North Carolina’s Best Luxury Bed & Breakfast for 2024 & 2025 by LUX Life, the property offers unmatched flexibility as an executive retreat, multi-gen private island home, or turnkey boutique inn:

11 Suites & 12 Baths, spanning the three-story main inn and two private, detached Crofter Cottages.

Turnkey Coastal Elegance: Offered tastefully furnished with wide-plank wood floors, private balconies overlooking marina boat slips, and a full commercial kitchen.

Exclusive Island Amenities: Eligible for coveted memberships at both the Bald Head Island Club (championship golf & tennis) and the oceanfront Shoals Club.

Unprecedented Expansion: The purchaser also has the rare right to acquire the adjacent property (3 Keelson Row).

From mountain summits to pristine coastlines, North Carolina real estate offers two distinct definitions of paradise.

📖 We just published a side-by-side comparative feature on our blog: Explore how 2 Keelson Row compares with our premier mountain compound, the historic Lovill House estate in Boone. Visit www.ivesterjackson.com/blog to read the full article.

📍 2 Keelson Row, Bald Head Island, NC 28461
🏠 4,714 sqft, 11 beds, 12 baths
🏷️ $4,500,000

Listed by David Berne
Ivester Jackson Coastal | Christie’s International Real Estate

10/21/2026

For buyers heading up from Charlotte, Lake Norman, and the Triangle, finding real High Country privacy usually means sacrificing convenience.

404 Old Bristol Road, Boone’s historic Lovill Inn estate, rewrites the script.

Spread across 11.3 private acres over 3 parcels, this award-winning property sits less than one mile from King Street and App State, delivering rare wilderness seclusion with downtown walkability.

Inside the 4-structure compound:

🏡 The Lovill House (Est. 1875): 6 ensuite bedrooms, rare wormy chestnut millwork, original wide-plank floors, and sweeping rocking-chair verandas.
🌲 The Lovill Cabin (1998): 2-bed, 1-bath guest lodge with a stone fireplace, full kitchen, and screened porch in the trees.
🪵 The Springhouse (1931): 1-bed streamside retreat with a sleeping loft, kitchenette, and covered porch.
🌾 The Restored Barn (1875): Multi-level venue for up to 50 guests, featuring authentic brick floors, stalls, and a hidden on-site waterfall.

With solar power, private hiking trails, and endless versatility, it’s primed as a private multi-gen family estate, executive retreat, or premier boutique inn.

📖 Curious how this compares to our coastal sister listing? We just published a deep dive on our blog comparing the Lovill House compound to The Inn at Bald Head Island, highlighting North Carolina’s premier mountain-and-coast opportunities. Visit www.ivesterjackson.com/blog to read the full article.

Stay tuned for part 2, coming out tomorrow!

📍 404 Old Bristol Rd, Boone, NC 28607
🏠 5,155 sqft, 9 beds, 8 baths, 1 half bath
🏷️ $3,490,000

Listed by Melissa Hilton () & Jordan Jackson ()
Ivester Jackson Christie’s International Real Estate

10/20/2026

When a custom builder puts their personal home on the market, the finer details truly show. Completed in 2023 on 0.95 acres of private, wooded land, this transitional home comes with stunning lakefront views, no HOA, and a public boat ramp just minutes away.

📍 2866 Backwoods Trail
🏠 4,514 sqft, 4 beds, 4 baths, 1 half bath
🏷️ $1,389,000

Listed by Mike Feehley | Ivester Jackson North Shore

If you’re searching for homes for sale in Denver, NC in the $1M–$2M range, this custom estate pairs high-end design with rare functionality.

The Highlights:

🛏️ Primary suite with heated bath floors & custom walk-in closet; dedicated office; laundry room with sink.
🍳 Chef’s Kitchen gas cooktop/oven, massive island, wet bar, w**e fridge & hidden walk-in pantry.
🪜 Upper Level: 3 en-suite bedrooms (each with a private full bath), large loft leading to a terrace, 2nd office & flex space.
🔑 Private Suite: One upstairs suite features its own exterior entrance, ideal for seeing clients, an in-law suite, or a studio.
🌿 320+ sqft screened porch, patio with fire pit, in-ground irrigation & private yard with room for a pool or detached garage.
🚙 Boat/Toy Garage: 1,097 sq ft (3 bays) with a drive-through bay, EV charger capability & massive storage.

For more information on this property, DM or call at (704) 799-5233. 📲

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10/19/2026

Looking for the best lakes to live on in North Carolina? From deep mountain reservoirs to vibrant coastal-plain waters, NC offers some of the nation’s finest waterfront real estate. 🚤👏

Here are some of the most premier lake destinations across the state:

⚓ Lake Norman | Premier boating, luxury estates, and effortless access to Charlotte.
🌊 Lake Wylie | Dynamic recreation and shoreline living bridging NC & SC.
🌲 Lake James | Crystal-clear, mountain-fed waters at the base of Linville Gorge.
🏔️ Lake Lure | Dramatic granite cliffs and timeless Appalachian views.
🛶 Lake Glenville | High-elevation serenity, waterfalls, and cool summer escapes near Cashiers.
💎 Lake Toxaway | Historic private waters and exclusive mountain-lake luxury.
🌅 Lake Tillery | Scenic Uwharrie foothills, calm coves, and prime weekend watersports.
🌿 Lake Santeetlah | A tranquil, forested sanctuary bordered by Nantahala National Forest.

Navigating waterfront inventory across eight distinct lake markets requires dedicated expertise. CarolinaLakeHome.com is your centralized hub for active lakefront listings, deep-water docks, and private estates across North Carolina, powered by Ivester Jackson Christie’s International Real Estate.

Our elite statewide network of waterfront specialists is ready to help you navigate shoreline regulations, dock permits, and off-market opportunities to make your lake living dream a reality.

🔗 Explore active listings: Visit www.carolinalakehome.com or send us a DM to connect with a regional waterfront advisor today.

10/14/2026

Nestled on the most private street on Bald Head Island, this well-maintained home is flanked by pristine common ground to the right and directly across the road, serving as a peaceful sanctuary while boasting awe-inspiring views of the acclaimed Bald Head Island Club course. ⛳️✨

📍 14 Gunnery Court, Bald Head Island, NC
🏠 2,259 sqft, 4 beds, 3 baths, 1 half bath
🏷️ $1,295,000

Listed by David Berne | Ivester Jackson Bald Head Island ()

Adorned by incredible live oaks that accent the property, this home offers an unparalleled blend of seclusion and natural beauty. Here is what makes 14 Gunnery Court an impressive offering for those looking at Bald Head Island:

⛳ Golf-Front Views: Prime estate directly overlooking the green and fairway of hole #2.
🌊 Island Lifestyle: Unmatched privacy on Bald Head Island, NC with a premier golf-course location.
🛋️ Expansive Great Room: Open, central living area designed for seamless entertaining and gatherings.
🌿 Screened Porch: Large rear screened porch offering covered indoor-outdoor living and scenic fairway vistas.
🛁 Updated Master Suite: Main-house primary bedroom featuring a newly renovated, modern luxury bathroom.
🏡 Accommodating Layout: 4 spacious bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms spread thoughtfully across the estate.
🛌 Detached Crofter Suite: 434 sq. ft. private guest cottage with its own living/sitting area.
🛺 Golf Carts Included: Two conveying golf carts for effortless island-wide transportation.
✨ Unfurnished Canvas: Sold unfurnished to allow full personalization of your coastal retreat.

For information and to schedule showing, message David at (910) 470-0198. 📲

10/13/2026

A sophisticated cabin that offers upfront views of the Whiteside Mountains, this offering is one of the most impressive on the Highlands market right now. 🌄👏

📍 108 Black Rock Circle, Highlands, NC
🏠 1.86 acre lot, 4 beds, 6 baths
🏷️ $3,495,000

Listed by Carl Romberg, ABR () | Christie's International Real Estate Highlands\Cashiers ()

Offering furnished, turnkey luxury and panoramic views of the surrounding Highlands area, here is what makes this property top-class:

🪵 Great Room: Vaulted beamed ceilings, windows on three sides, and a wood-burning fireplace.
🍳 Chef’s Kitchen: Premium Aga range, built-in fridge, and a dedicated breakfast fireplace.
🛏️ Main-Level Primary Suite: Convenient single-story living with an in-room fireplace and private deck access.
🌿 Outdoor Living: Covered rocking chair front porch, expansive decks, and a screened porch with a fireplace.
🎯 Guest & Bunk Rooms: Upper floor with two bedrooms, full bath, and an entertainment bunkroom.
🧱 Terrace Level: Brick floors, full bath, private deck access, and space for a kitchenette or studio.
🏡 Flexible Layout: Multi-generational design suited for one-level living or hosting large gatherings.
🌲 Park-Like Grounds: Hand-laid stone walls, landscaped gardens, trail access, and secondary parking.

For more information and to schedule a showing, reach out to Carl at (678) 936-9309. 📲

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21025 Catawba Avenue Ste 101
Cornelius, NC
28031

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