Positioned on Lake Norman, this 2008-built estate offers 10,372 square feet of waterfront living with 4 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms. Listed at $8,399,000, the layout blends indoor and outdoor spaces with retractable Nano doors, a private pier and lift, and a resort-style setup featuring a heated pool, spa, and fireplace. Inside, the home includes a chef’s kitchen, wine cellar, media room, sauna, steam room, elevator, and a 4-car garage.
Where is Cornelius, NC?
Cornelius is a lakeside town in northern Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. It sits along the shores of Lake Norman, the state’s largest man-made lake. Founded in 1893 as a cotton mill town, it has since evolved into a residential and recreational community. Cornelius features waterfront parks, marinas, and access to the greater Charlotte metro area.
Entrance
Stone and brick textures dominate the gated front entrance, framing a black wrought iron door centered between manicured hedges. Lantern-style lights sit atop the pillars, while symmetrical landscaping softens the hardscape path. Windows with diamond grids echo a medieval revival aesthetic.
Main Living Room
Inside the formal living room, high vaulted ceilings with exposed beams rise above tufted leather seating arranged around a central wood table. A stone fireplace and oversized window reveal a lake view behind glass-paneled doors. Sightlines continue into a tiled sunroom with more seating.
Living Room
Sight from the main seating area connects the interior lounge with a formal dining space under a curved ceiling niche. Open archways and wood-trimmed transitions guide movement through the large floor plan. A stone fireplace and secondary lounge appear through a wide doorway.
Dining Room
A rounded dining table with upholstered high-back chairs sits beneath a clustered pendant light. Archways and a curved window create enclosed elegance while still opening to the adjacent great room. Light flows in from the tall glass doors beyond.
Wine Cellar
Framed by an iron gate, the wine room is lined with custom wooden racks holding a collection of bottles and boxes. Brick arches extend across the ceiling and back niche, reinforcing a cellar-like ambiance. Shelves and cubbies offer organized zones for storage and display.
Kitchen
Rustic wood cabinetry wraps around a kitchen outfitted with a central island and breakfast table. Brick and wood arches separate the cooking zone while modern lighting fixtures add contrast overhead. A small circular table and patterned chairs create a casual eating area nearby.
Kitchen
From this angle, the kitchen’s central island with marble countertops is framed by dark cabinetry and twin ovens embedded in a red brick wall. A wide window over the sink overlooks greenery outdoors. Vaulted ceilings with beams continue the consistent architectural theme.
Kitchen
Looking from the island toward the adjacent rooms reveals the open layout that joins the kitchen, breakfast area, and lake-facing sitting room. High coffered ceilings and glass doors provide light and access to the views beyond. Cabinetry lines both walls, blending into the layout.
Sunroom
Walls of stone, tile flooring, and high-beamed ceilings give the sunroom a lodge-like quality. Plush sectionals and a central coffee table make it a comfortable gathering space. Full glass doors and windows open directly onto the lakeside patio.
Sunroom
From behind the couch, the room reveals dual ceiling fans, a stone fireplace, and folding doors that open fully to the lake. Dining and seating zones coexist under vaulted white paneling. Multiple entryways create seamless indoor-outdoor flow.
Home Office
Wood-paneled walls, a coffered ceiling, and arched windows define the home office, where built-in shelving surrounds a central workspace. A large executive desk faces the window, with two black leather chairs placed behind it. Light filters in through the tall front-facing window framed by dark shutters and custom molding.
Primary Bedroom
Vaulted ceilings with decorative wooden beams draw upward attention in the primary bedroom. Neutral walls contrast with deep wood trim, and the bed sits between two nightstands under a subtle arch. A large ceiling fan spans the height of the room above a textured carpeted floor.
Bedroom Sitting Area
A sitting area connected to the bedroom features patterned chairs and ottomans arranged by a large arched window overlooking the lake. A glass door leads to an outdoor patio with a view of the water and surrounding landscape. Crown molding and detailed ceiling beams frame the perimeter of the space.
Primary Bathroom
Tiled stone walls and an arched doorway separate the walk-in shower from the rest of the primary bathroom. Multiple showerheads and built-in niches offer function along both sides of the space. A glass door at the far end opens to a room with wood cabinetry and a mirrored vanity.
Walk-in Closet
Granite-topped islands sit at the center of a spacious walk-in closet with dark wood cabinetry. Hanging clothes, folded items, and drawers are stored throughout walls lined with open and glass-front compartments. Pendant lights and recessed lighting keep the area evenly lit above soft carpeted floors.
Walk-in Closet
Another perspective of the walk-in closet reveals additional storage solutions across custom millwork in matching tones. Two center islands provide counter space for accessories or folding. The design integrates both full-length hanging areas and stacked shelving.
Guest Bedroom
A guest bedroom opens up to an outdoor patio through double French doors framed by full-length drapes. Tray ceilings and light-toned walls give the room a calm, airy feel. The bed sits between two sleek nightstands, while a small chair rests near the window for reading or lounging.
Guest Bedroom
French doors open up the bedroom to a stone patio overlooking the water. A large tufted headboard anchors the space, with two matching nightstands and lamps on each side. Carpeted floors and coffered ceilings add softness underfoot and overhead.
Guest Bedroom
Facing the lake, another bedroom also features glass-paned double doors with sidelight windows. The bed sits against the right wall with a bench at its foot and nightstands on both sides. Artwork above the bed and a ceiling fan break up the white and neutral tones.
Game Room
Downstairs in the entertainment area, a game room is laid with stone tile and finished in a mix of rustic and traditional wall materials. A pool table and shuffleboard dominate the center while arched doorways and sconces outline the stone-and-plaster perimeter. Bar-height tables and stools provide additional gathering spots.
Home Theater
Inside the home theater, black leather recliners line the room under a tray ceiling with acoustic panels on the walls. A large screen takes up the far side with plush bean bag-style seating in the center. Sconces cast soft light from both sides of the paneled walls.
Lower-Level Kitchen
In the lower-level kitchen, wood cabinetry wraps around a central island with seating for three. The range hood and stone backsplash provide contrast beneath recessed lighting. Arched and square columns frame the open entrance into the space.
Sauna
Wrapped in cedar slats, the sauna features a stepped bench layout with a bucket and ladle for steam. A small window allows natural light to pass through the otherwise enclosed room. The heater and stones sit just inside the door to the left.
Upper Terrace
Perched above the backyard, the upper terrace hosts cushioned armchairs grouped around a fire table and a separate dining set. The stone floor continues the material palette from the home’s exterior. Iron railings border the edge with views of the lake below.
Outdoor Dining Area
From another angle, the same terrace reveals more seating arrangements, including an outdoor grill station. Views stretch over the water, with lounge chairs and landscaping along the edge of the lawn. Paved surfaces define zones for relaxation and dining.
Covered Patio
Under the covered patio, arched stone columns and a wood ceiling define an outdoor living area near the water. Ceiling fans hang over a large dining table and a circular lounge chair facing the view. Brick flooring flows out toward the spa and firepit.
Backyard Pool Area
Framed by palm trees and low shrubs, the backyard includes a pool with a spa and a circular fire feature with surrounding Adirondack chairs. Flagstone and brick form the lounging area, accented with sculpted landscaping. The water’s edge is bordered by a wrought iron fence.
Backyard Exterior
Stone walls, steep gables, and black-trimmed windows define the rear elevation of the home above the pool and firepit area. Arched brickwork frames the covered patio beneath the main and upper terraces. Landscaped edges and palm trees soften the transition between structure and yard.
Boat Dock
Extending over the water, the private dock features a covered lift with a boat secured above the surface. Jet skis sit on floating platforms to the right, and the railing-lined walkway leads directly from the shoreline. The wooden canopy and posts match the natural tones of the surrounding lake environment.
Listing agent: Lance Carlyle of Carlyle Properties, info provided by Coldwell Banker Realty
