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$7,499,000
35 Beds 28 Baths 4334418 MLS
Price Improvement! Premier Lake Hickory Development Site with Established Campus Infrastructure – 23+ Acres, 3/4 mile of Lake Hickory shoreline. This exceptionally rare 23-acre waterfront offering on Lake Hickory in Conover, NC combines development-ready scale with a proven operational footprint. Zoned PD, the property is currently utilized as a fully functioning Boys Academy campus, demonstrating the site’s capacity, infrastructure, and regulatory viability for large-scale residential, institutional, or hospitality uses. The existing campus includes 12 buildings, featuring 35 bedrooms and 28 bathrooms, and is designed to accommodate approximately 65 overnight residents and up to 140 daytime occupants. Supporting facilities include a central dining hall, residential and administrative structures, a publicly operating zipline with dedicated facilities, a floating dock, a beach area, and a graveled 3/4+ mile walking trail around lake, all of which underscore the property’s adaptability and immediate functional value. From a developer’s perspective, this property offers a rare combination of: Approximately 3/4 mile of Lake Hickory shoreline, suitable for possible future premium waterfront homesites Contiguous 23+ acres with established internal circulation and utilities Existing vertical improvements, allowing for adaptive reuse, income generation, or phased redevelopment Proven operational history as both an academy campus and a short-term rental / Airbnb property Catwaba County Planning staff could support this property being rezoned as Residential R-40. Currently, PD zoned, supporting luxury residential and estate-style waterfront development The current Boys Academy use provides clear evidence of density tolerance, utility capacity, and access, significantly reducing unknowns for future redevelopment or repositioning. The site is well-suited for luxury lakefront estates, a private residential enclave, destination retreat, wellness or education-based reuse, or continuation of institutional operations. Strategically located near Hickory, Mooresville, and the greater Charlotte region, this offering represents a high-barrier-to-entry waterfront asset with both near-term income potential and long-term development upside. Large-scale Lake Hickory opportunities with this level of shoreline, zoning, and infrastructure are exceedingly rare. Please note: Commercial MLS # 4333685

6692 Valwood Road, Conover

Listing courtesy of True North Realty. niki@nikilong.com

$549,900
2 Beds 2 Baths 4316729 MLS
WATERFRONT Living Awaits: Serene 2-Bedroom Retreat with Year-Round Views This 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom lakefront home offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of perpetual paradise, with stunning, unobstructed views that captivate in every season. The seamless flow from the kitchen to the dining and living areas is perfect for hosting, ensuring you never miss a moment of the view or the conversation. The second bedroom is perfect for family, guests, or a peaceful home office. A floating dock and elevated deck area make access and views of the lake an effortless part of everyday living. Property Highlights: • Unbeatable Location: True lakefront property with direct, year-round access and views. • Outdoor Oasis: A private screened in porch overlooks the water and extends your living space, ideal for morning coffee, alfresco dining, or simply relaxing to the sound of the water. Whether you're seeking a permanent residence filled with tranquility or a lucrative vacation rental with top-tier appeal, this home delivers. Don't let this chance to own a slice of lakeside serenity slip away. Schedule your private showing today and start living the lake life you've always dreamed of!

4247 Laurel Hill Road, Claremont

Listing courtesy of Lake Homes Realty LLC. 866-525-3466

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