Turnkey lakefront living with a sun deck, grandfathered boathouse, and recent system upgrades.
Estimate anchored to the list price and AVM, adjusted for lakefront premium, recent capital improvements (roof/heat pump 2023, septic 2026), and finished walk-out basement. No live comparable sales search performed.
Rare Lake Norman waterfront under $1M — bring your boat and your plans. This custom cedar A-frame sits on a deep-water cove and delivers classic character with modern updates. The living room’s towering cathedral ceiling and signature wall of windows frame sweeping lake views and open seamlessly to an expansive deck and sun platform over the water. The remodeled kitchen includes granite counters, stainless appliances, soft-close cabinetry, under-cabinet lighting and a roomy walk-in pantry — practical for full-time life or hosting lake-day crowds.
Two comfortable bedrooms and a remodeled upstairs bath (2025) keep the main level private and cleanly outfitted. Downstairs, the finished walk-out basement adds a large recreation room with a cozy fireplace, a half bath, and flexible space that can serve as guest quarters, home office, or media area. Recent capital investments eliminate common buyer headaches: a new roof and heat pump (2023), new water heater (2021), and a brand-new septic system installed in 2026.
Outside amenities define this property. A grandfathered boathouse with a covered boat slip and attached sun deck provides protected access to the main channel, while a landscaped, LED-lit walkway and staircase connect the house to the shoreline. The lot has attractive ornamental plantings, wrought-iron fencing, an irrigation system, a concrete driveway, and a detached carport for everyday convenience.
Whether you’re pursuing a full-time lake residence, a weekend retreat, or a furnished short-term rental (verify local regs), this property minimizes upfront maintenance and maximizes Lake Norman lifestyle. Showings by appointment — contact listing agent for details and to confirm boathouse permissibility and septic documentation.
6880 Shade Tree Ln, Sherrills Ford, NC 28673
Sherrills Ford is a laid-back Lake Norman community favored by boaters and weekend escape seekers. The neighborhood mixes older custom lake homes with newer construction and benefits from quick highway access to Mooresville and the Charlotte metro. Properties here emphasize lake access and outdoor recreation rather than dense neighborhood retail — you’ll find marinas, waterfront restaurants, and pockets of preserved shoreline nearby.
Outstanding access to boating, fishing, paddle sports and lakeside recreation; near marinas and Lake Norman parkland.
Lake Norman remains a seller-preferred micro-market for waterfront properties. While inland inventory around Mooresville and Sherrills Ford has broadened, true deep-water lots with covered slips and grandfathered boathouses are scarce, keeping buyer competition elevated on these listings. Median inland sale prices in the broader Lake Norman corridor sit in the low-to-mid $500ks, but lakefront parcels commonly trade with a significant premium; well-updated turnkey waterfront homes can move quickly, particularly in the spring and summer boating season. Expect motivated lake buyers, second-home seekers, and investors looking at short-term rental potential to evaluate this home for its immediate usability and low near-term capex given recent system replacements.
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