Exceptional custom estate crafted by renowned builder Ted Thompson, with architecture by Garrett Nelson. This extraordinary residence blends timeless architecture, impeccable craftsmanship, and sophisticated functionality. Every element has been thoughtfully conceived to create a residence that is as functional as it is beautiful—equally suited for grand-scale entertaining and gracious everyday living. Highlights include a main floor private primary wing with garden views, fireplace terrace, morning kitchen, custom dressing rooms, and luxurious marble bath with steam shower, dual vanities and soaking tub. A main floor guest suite offers maximum flexibility with a dedicated exterior door and a morning kitchen. The chef's kitchen features an oversized marble island, premium appliances, custom storage, walk-in pantry, keeping room, and fully equipped caterer's kitchen. Additional features include three en-suite bedrooms, office/library, den, upper-level lounge with wet bar, a lower-level fitness room, climate-controlled wine room, elevator, and whole-house lighting controls. A mudroom with back door entrance, oversized custom locker closets, a dog room with built-in kennels and a sink create an organized space for day to day living out of sight of the primary living spaces. Resort-style grounds feature a saltwater pool, spa, expansive terraces, outdoor fireplace, retractable awning, grilling station, putting green, basketball goal, kitchen garden, and beautifully curated landscaping. The pool pavilion offers a sauna, wet bar, Sub-Zero refrigeration, full bath, gas fireplace, and disappearing Nano doors. Detached garage with custom storage, EV charging, and guest parking complete this remarkable estate. Welcome home to Forest Drive!
Property Details
- Interior
- Attic Walk In, Breakfast Bar, Central Vacuum, Drop Zone, Elevator, Entrance Foyer, Garden Tub, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, P
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Heating
- Central, Forced Air
- Cooling Features
- Central Air
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 8.0
- Full Baths
- 7
- Half Baths
- 2
- Stories
- Two and a Half
- Pool
- 1
- Pool Description
- Heated, In Ground, Outdoor Pool, Pool/Spa Combo, Salt Water
- Pool Features
- Heated, In Ground, Outdoor Pool, Pool/Spa Combo, Salt Water
- Exterior Materials
- Gas Grill, In-Ground Hot Tub / Spa, In-Ground Irrigation, Outdoor Shower
- Acres
- 0.0
- Square Feet
- 9040.0
- Lot Size (sqft)
- 0.711
- Parking Features
- Circular Driveway, Driveway, Electric Gate, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Detached Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Parking
- 1
- Parking Type
- Driveway
- Parking Garage Spaces
- 3.0
- Property Type
- Purchase
- Basement
- 1
- Basement Description
- Partially Finished, Storage Space
- Basement Finished
- 1
- Year Built
- 2018
- Foundation
- Basement, Crawl Space
- Roof
- Architectural Shingle, Metal
- Sewer Information
- Public Sewer
- Utility Source
- City
- Utility Features
- Cable Connected, Natural Gas
- Appliances
- Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Exhaust Hood, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Ta
- Subdivision
- Myers Park
- Elementary School
- Selwyn
- Middle School
- Alexander Graham
- High School
- Myers Park
- County
- Mecklenburg
- Region
- Charlotte
- Original List Price
- $8,950,000
Location
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Listed by Jessica Jenkins (#CAR69901)
Listing Office: Corcoran HM Properties (#CAR1316)
