Just about 20 miles north of Charlotte, N.C. is Lake Norman, famous for its tranquil waters, awesome sunsets, and abundance of recreational opportunities. The lake was built by Duke Power in 1963 to create new power sources. Lake Norman is the largest man-made lake in the Carolinas with over 520 miles of shoreline covering over 32,000 surface acres of water.

There are four counties surrounding the lake including Mecklenburg, Iredell, Catawba and Lincoln. Neighboring towns include Cornelius, Davidson, Huntersville, Mooresville, Sherrills Ford, Terrell, Troutman, Statesville and Denver. I-77 has made travel into Charlotte a reasonable commute with a future rail system only a few years away. The I-485 loop around Charlotte will be completed in the near future.

The small communities around Lake Norman offer a lifestyle desired by all types of individuals. The luxury golf course communities, historical Davidson and the Davidson College community, and the excitement of NASCAR are a few examples of the diversity of the area. It is known for its mild climate, a warm and friendly community atmosphere, excellent school systems, many cultural activities and a variety of shopping including local farmer's markets. Many newcomers continue to be attracted to the vibrant and growing economy in this bedroom community of Charlotte, N.C. I invite you to explore Lake Norman. It is truly living at its finest.