Lake Wylie
South CarolinaWelcome to Lake Wylie
The man-made lake was first formed when the Catawba Power Company built the Catawba Dam and Power Plant near India Hook, South Carolina in 1904. This dam impounded the Catawba River and created Lake Catawba, which was utilized to create hydro-electric power. In 1905, the Catawba Power Company became part of the Southern Power Company.
In 1924, the Southern Power Company raised the level of the dam and built the new Catawba Hydroelectric Station to replace the original. This facility opened in August 1925, increasing the surface area of Lake Catawba from 668 acres (2.70 km2) to 13,400 acres (54.2 km2). The Southern Power Company was merged with Duke Power Company in 1927.
In October 1960, the power station was renamed the Wylie Hydroelectric Station, and the lake was renamed Lake Wylie in honor of W. Gil Wylie, one of the founders of the original Catawba Power Company that had created the lake and become Duke Power.
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Welcome to this beautiful 3 level home where you will discover the perfect blend of space and style! This 6-bedroom, 4-bathroom property is located near Lake Wylie in the Ridgewater community. This home is a rare find designed for multi-generational living, remote executives, or the modern growing family. The main floor welcomes you with an open-concept gourmet kitchen—featuring sleek white cabinetry, gas cooktop, and an elegant island—flowing seamlessly into a sun-filled living room with a cozy gas fireplace. The main-floor bedroom and full bath provide the ultimate convenience for guests or those seeking single-level accessibility. Retreat upstairs to a private primary suite separated from three additional bedrooms, a laundry room, and a versatile loft perfect for a reading nook or second office. The true showstopper is the massive walkout basement; featuring durable epoxy flooring, a sixth bedroom, and a full bath, it’s the ideal setup for an in-law suite, home gym, or the ultimate sports den. Enjoy peaceful mornings on the deck overlooking a wooded backdrop or host summer BBQs in your large, fenced backyard. The home also has solar panels to help keep electricity costs low! With community amenities like an outdoor pool and playground—all just minutes from the lake—this home offers all the flexibility you are looking for, along with a great outdoor lifestyle with so much to do in the area! Come tour today!
| MLS#: | 4350820 |
| Price: | $595,000 |
| Square Footage: | 3765 |
| Bedrooms: | 6 |
| Bathrooms: | 4 |
| Acreage: | 0.17 |
| Year Built: | 2021 |
| Type: | Single Family Residence |
| Virtual Tour: | Click here |
| Listing courtesy of: | Keller Williams Ballantyne Area - marybynes@kw.com |
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