A couple of months ago, I stayed at High Hampton for a wedding as a Cashiers first-timer. Obviously I started Zillow-ing, and every house that caught my eye was listed by Liz Harris (not kidding). For example: Quick story: Liz has 20 years of experience as a top-ranked agent, specializing in luxury properties. See all […]
Beautifully reimagined from top to bottom, 550 Manning Drive delivers over 5,000 square feet of curated living space in one of Charlotte’s most sought-after neighborhoods. Main floor: Formal living and dining rooms flank the foyer, while the newly updated kitchen opens seamlessly to a screened-in porch and deck. Room to grow: Recent (2024) updates added […]
Designing your dream home should be fun and creative; not overwhelming. Thankfully, Tri Pointe Homes is on a mission to take the guesswork out of making your dream a reality. How it works: Once you’ve selected your Tri Pointe Homes community and a to-be-built floorplan, you’ll head to the Design Studio—a one-stop personalization experience that sets Tri Pointe […]
This Foxcroft home was thoughtfully reimagined by McCann Custom Interiors & Andrew Roby . With its perfectly placed pops of wallpaper, clever storage solutions and stunning finishes, it’s a space that is as beautiful as it is livable. Backstory: The scope of this project was an extensive renovation that touched nearly the entire home, including […]
Every week we scout Charlotte’s top new listings. This week we have a move-in-ready Madison Park ranch; Hunterville home with a putting green; and a private 5-acre property near Lake Wylie. Let’s dive in. 1. Move-in-ready Madison Park ranch hits the market under $750K Freshly renovated and packed with flexible space, 801 Fairbanks Road is […]
Charlotte’s luxury market, unbothered by still-high mortgage rates, is thriving, according to top agents at Helen Adams Realty. And buyers are in the driver’s seat when it comes to the luxury market, Katherine Hickman tells Scoop. Data show: The average home sale price so far in 2026 far exceeds $1M in Charlotte’s priciest neighborhoods. “I […]
When Vidya Raman started working with California Closets designer Julie Bastien the goal was simple. Vidya wanted to make getting ready each morning easier and actually see everything in her closet. The shift: “So why did I choose to do this? I wanted to anchor my identity,” Vidya says. Julie more than delivered. Now, getting […]
The latest home design trend of “invisible wellness” is something Charlotte designer Marie Cloud has been preaching for years. Well-designed home gyms, saunas and cold plunges are here to stay but people are looking for wellness to be fully integrated into every aspect of their homes. “Most clients aren’t asking for ‘wellness features’ by name,” […]
Eloise Hamilton Reeves’ Elizabeth bungalow is an earnest reflection of her personal style, which you might be acquainted with via her boutique Thirty-One Jane. Quick recap: Eloise and her husband bought the house in 2021.They worked with MK Boykin at Smith Interior Design to slowly make changes over time, as they’ve gotten to know the […]
Charlotte’s spring real estate market is poised to be more balanced than recent years, according to the real estate pros at Helen Adams Realty. “Real estate continues to be a significant investment in Charlotte, particularly in locations that are still growing, and of course, in established areas that traditionally appreciate,” Ellen Kelly says. Buyers have […]
When Allison Welch purchased her Blue Ridge Mountain home, she wanted it to be her family’s happy place. So, when it was time to renovate, she tapped her best friend and interior designer Charlotte Lucas for the job. The house was built in the 1970s, and this was a complete renovation. The goal was to […]
Vicky Mitchener has recently listed Heron Hall, a 10-acre waterfront estate within the Montage Palmetto Bluff resort community, for $18.25 million. Michener, whose firm closed over $917 million in real estate last year, is no stranger to remarkable properties. But this coastal retreat is in a league of its own, designed for multi-generational living. “Heron […]
