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.
Listings
Tucked within The Sanctuary, a lakefront community on Lake Wylie known for its preserved landscape and natural surroundings, this custom-built residence offers a rare combination of scale, privacy, and everyday livability. Set on over six acres, the property is surrounded by mature trees, creating a sense of seclusion while still remaining convenient to Charlotte. A main-level primary suite and residential elevator provide ease of access across both levels, supporting a wide range of living needs. The home features three gas fireplaces, including a grand stone fireplace in the great room, along with refined interior spaces designed for both everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs, a sound-insulated media room creates a dedicated space for entertainment, along with additional bedrooms and a spacious suite featuring built-ins with a desk, sitting area, and a wet bar. The expanded wing is designed to support an active lifestyle, featuring an extensive gym with soaring ceilings, mirrored walls, and performance flooring to support a wide range of uses and the ability to create a fully equipped training environment. The space opens to the outdoors and includes a kitchenette and bar with a pass-through window that serves the poolside entertaining area. This addition also incorporates interior pool lockers and a full bath with shower, easily accessed from both the gym and pool. The exterior living spaces are thoughtfully designed, centered around a two-level covered veranda overlooking a heated saltwater pool and spa, complemented by professional landscaping and a full-yard irrigation system. Additional features include whole-house water filtration, central vacuum, integrated sound, in-floor heating in the primary bath, a 22kW natural gas generator, and EV charging. Residents of The Sanctuary enjoy access to Lake Wylie, miles of private trails, tennis and pickleball courts, along with a community pool, splash pad, play area, and additional amenity spaces, all designed to support both recreation and connection. A home of this scale, setting, and level of detail is best experienced in person. Private showings are encouraged.
| MLS#: | 4329226 |
| Price: | $2,350,000 |
| Square Footage: | 6264 |
| Bedrooms: | 4 |
| Bathrooms: | 5.1 |
| Acreage: | 6.25 |
| Year Built: | 2009 |
| Type: | Single Family Residence |
| Virtual Tour: | Click here |
| Listing courtesy of: | EXP Realty LLC Rock Hill - 803-504-7659 |
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