Dive In …. Modern Living on Lake Wylie

Lexie Longstreet — Thu, 08 Oct 2015 18:19:14 +0000

Wowza on the water. Modern architecture that takes your breath away – to say nothing of those stunning water views. 7108 Anchorage Lane has quickly become a contemporary icon on Lake Wylie in Tega Cay, South Carolina. It’s curved glass wall wraps across a point and slows all the weekend boaters who stop to study it. Yet from inside you are above it all – perched over the lake with stunning water views from every room.

The Story: Modernist enthusiasts Barry and Leigh Whaling, who bought the property in 2011 and — after minor alternations — began building the stunning wood and glass home from architect Harry Schrader’s plans. Working during the housing bust made construction a breeze. What would normally have been a two-year project was completed in only one. “Materials were delivered on time and contractors were lined up at our door,” Barry recalls.

Despite its lakeside setting in the Southeast, Barry refers to the style of the house as Mountain Modern. “That’s what I thought when I saw the plans,” he recalls, “Wood and steel, thick walls, huge windows; what you might see in Colorado: A big view house.”

The kitchen is the heart of the home and you can see the water, the screen porch and the dock from it’s primo location. Outfitted with first class Thermador appliances including a six burner range, double ovens and column refrigeration and freezer. The huge island is perfect for entertaining with a party of cooks in the kitchen.

Fitted with a home theater, a fully equipped gym, boat dock, swimming pool and unique “ping-pong grotto” — all spread over multiple levels and serviced by an elevator — this architectural masterpiece can be full of friends and family and never feel crowded.

From across the lake summer fireworks from Carowinds light up the evening sky and can be enjoyed from the floor-to-ceiling windows of the open concept living and dining space, as well as from the screened porch with overhead fans to keep you cool in the summer. Views extend to the outside patio with a fireplace for cozy fall days and down to the pool perched over the lake.

A half-hour drive from your contemporary lodge on the lake is the vibrant city of Charlotte, an exciting urban fusion of professional sports, cultural attractions, festivals, dining and nightlife. From lakeside living to urban adventures, this spectacular house brings it all home.

7108 Anchorage Lane in Tega Cay offers the modern aficionado the opportunity to live in luxury. This truly is a spectacular home that every member of the family will love and be proud of for years to come.

Wonderful Contemporary on the Fairway

Lexie Longstreet — Mon, 06 Jul 2015 18:24:23 +0000

The fairway at your doorstep! This contemporary home was designed by noted Charlotte architect, Murray Whisnant in 1979. Custom built on a dream lot overlooking the 10th fairway at Carmel Country Club’s South Course this is a “modern” golfer’s dream. So much privacy yet so much light! Walls of windows in every direction, set in a cluster of treed privacy, give this golf course home a unique perspective. In a nod to the California homes along the Malibu shoreline, this homes street view is understated, and inside the front door you find the “WOW”.

The timber beams are dramatic set against the skylights and glass doors.Just one of several out door spaces. This rear deck looks out over the golf course.

Secluded privacy.

The main bedroom features a wall of windows that look out to another private patio. There is also a yoga room just off it.

Inside the home has several levels that allow family members to have some privacy but still be a part of the action if they want. The library is open at the vaulted ceiling to the upstairs hall. So cozy with it’s walls of bookshelves and fireplace.

Located in the convenient Carmel Estates neighborhood between Ballantyne and Southpark. Besides being able to walk right out your door onto the golf course, you can also walk to Charlotte Country Day Middle School Campus. (no more shuffling the kids to and from).

The owners of 5810 Masters Court have done numerous upgrades since they acquired the home. The most dramatic of which may have been the master bedroom addition of a yoga room (aka home office…if you are a workaholic) and master bath and closet addition. The closet features a automatic Carousel. They also re-designed the kitchen adding a Wolf range and large chef’s pantry.

The outside of the house was renovated with hardi-plank siding so it’s very low maintenance. The hardscape has had tens of thousands of dollars spent with a new concrete pavers and landscaping. The roof has also been replaced in the last few years. To have a tour of this home call Perrin Morse with Savvy + Co. Real Estate. Perrin specializes in Modern homes in and around Charlotte!!

Lexie Longstreet – Luxury Living Charlotte

Dive In …. Modern Living on Lake Wylie

Wonderful Contemporary on the Fairway