River Hills is the benchmark community of Lake Wylie with over 1,100 single family, condominiums and waterfront homes developed beginning in the 1970’s by Sea Pines Group of Hilton Head Island, SC. With it’s rolling hills, mature landscaping, ponds, fountains and located on the shores of beautiful Lake Wylie, River Hills Plantation is a beautiful place to live and play. This gated community offers a wide variety of home styles, and of lifestyles and activities for all ages. With a championship golf course, marina, 10 court tennis complex, fitness center, swimming pools, covered pavilions, parks, playgrounds, community gardens, full service country club, community church, clubs, organizations, community events and festivals, the River Hills resident will never lack from a choice of preferred activities.
For peace of mind, the River Hills/Lake Wylie EMS squad headquarters and training center is located at the entrance to the community. Visit their website at www.rhems.org. A private security force is in place at the 2 gated entrances and patrols the neighborhood 24/7.
The River Hills Country Club provides social, tennis and golf memberships available to residents and non-residents. Enjoy all of the activities and services at the 21,000 sq ft fully functioning, professionally staffed, beautifully designed clubhouse. To learn more about the River Hills Country Club go to www.riverhillscc.org.
The Blue Flag Awarded River Hills Marina is a true full service marina and has the State of SC Marina Commission AND the Lake Wylie Marine Commission’s ‘Clean Marina’ designations. In 2013, it opened the Portside 301 Club at River Hills Marina – a private social club and lounge. The Pier 88 Yacht Club offers a full range of boating related services including boat rentals, fuel, equipment sales and casual dining. For more information on all the amenities offered at the River Hills Marina check out their website at www.riverhillsmarina.com and/or www.pier88yachtclub.com. In 2011 the River Hills Promenade was completed for a scenic stroll or jog along the edge of Lake Wylie.
For convenience, the River Hills Tech Center, located near the marina, is a 3 building complex offering an all encompassing range of business needs including office/conference space, postal and internet service, administrative support and more.
The River Hills Community Church is an interdenominational church serving area residents. It’s website is www.rhcconline.org.
The YMCA’s Camp Thunderbird is located inside the gates of River Hills Plantation. Founded in 1936 by Curtis B Johnson, former owner and publisher of the Charlotte Observer, the camp offers water and land activities such as skiing, sailing, kayak/canoeing, horseback riding, rope courses, sports and crafts for the young people of the area. It is a summer resident camp, an environmental education center, a day camp and conference and retreat center. For more information on Camp Thunderbird visit their website at www.campthunderbird.org.
The Bluff Villas condominiums, built in 1973, consist of 129 units spread over 28 acres of mature trees and landscaping with it’s own pool and amenities. Separate from The Bluff Villas is another group of waterfront condos with available docks and boat slips. The condos range in price from the low $100’s to $400 for waterfront and they sell quickly!
Single family homes in River Hills can range from the upper $100’s to over $1M for lakeside estates.
Located just on the South Carolina side of the Buster Boyd Bridge on Hwy 49, River Hills Plantation is only 30 minutes from Rock Hill, Uptown Charlotte, Gastonia or Charlotte-Douglas Airport. It is located in the award winning Clover School District and enjoys low York County, SC taxes. It is close to retail stores, restaurants, banks and business offices. For outdoor enthusiasts, the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, McDowell Nature Preserve, Kings Mountain State Park, Nannys Mountain and more are located nearby. Carowinds Amusement Park, open all summer and featuring Scarowinds in the fall, is only 15 minutes away!
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Waterfront Treehouse Retreat with Stunning Lake Views in River Hills Come home every day to your own private sanctuary. This custom-built waterfront home feels like a luxurious treehouse, offering breathtaking lake views from nearly every window. Rustic, cozy, and full of character, this home was designed for both relaxation and entertaining. Expansive decks on every level provide the perfect setting for enjoying the peaceful surroundings and spectacular water views. Nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac in a deep-water cove, the property features its own private dock and boat lift, making lake living effortless. The backyard showcases a beautiful waterfall feature that flows into the lake, creating the soothing sounds of a mountain retreat. Relax on the oversized dock and enjoy the feeling of being tucked away in nature while still having all the conveniences of home. Inside, the home offers a private upper-level primary suite that serves as your personal retreat. The main level features an open floor plan with a soaring stone fireplace, massive windows, and panoramic lake views throughout. Just off the living room, the four-season room provides the ideal space to enjoy the beauty of every season, especially during the mild spring and fall months. The lower level includes three additional bedrooms that offer privacy for family and guests, along with direct access to the decks, dock, and lakefront. Located in the prestigious gated community of River Hills, residents enjoy an unmatched lifestyle with access to a private beach park, marina, country club, golf course, tennis facilities, and more. This exceptional property combines the serenity of a mountain getaway with the luxury of waterfront living. Why vacation occasionally when you can feel like you're on vacation every day?
| MLS#: | 4430861 |
| Price: | $1,350,000 |
| Square Footage: | 2636 |
| Bedrooms: | 4 |
| Bathrooms: | 2.1 |
| Acreage: | 0.48 |
| Year Built: | 1980 |
| Type: | Single Family Residence |
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