Nestled in Northern York County along the shores of Lake Wylie is the community of Tega Cay, SC. Aptly named for the Polynesian words meaning “Beautiful Peninsula”, Tega Cay is a city unto itself and is run by a Council/Manager form of government with City Council meetings, it’s own police force, garbage and recycle collection, water, sewer, emergency squad and other services.
This heavily wooded, 1600 acre peninsula began development in 1970 and was originally styled with a Polynesian theme for housing, neighborhood and road names. Located near I-77 in the excellent Fort Mill School District, Tega Cay has grown to over 7,000 residents and has a variety of architectural styles and 
price ranges.
The city offers a wide range of activities and services with diverse neighborhoods, parks, playgrounds, event/business facilities, golf, tennis, pools, restaurants, clubs and organizations. Golf memberships are semi private and the course, located on 200 acres surrounding Lake Wylie, is the only 27 hole golf course in the region. The Tega Cay Golf and Conference Center (www.tegacaygolfclub.com) features a full service Clubhouse with restaurants, a pro shop, 4 tennis courts, a croquet club, event pavilion for large groups and the Glennon Community and Conference Center for groups up to 500 people. Tega Cay has a Parks and Recreation division for the young and the old with many sports facilities and fields, playgrounds, parks, picnic areas, walking trails and a dog park – aptly named “Central Bark”.
The Beach and Swim Center features a large 8 lane Junior Olympic size swimming pool, wading pool, beach area for lake swimming, fitness area and more. Pitcairn Park and the Windjammer Park both are also situated on the lake for swimming and boating opportunities. Some of the park facilities in Tega Cay are availa
ble for rent, if you are interested in hosting a party or event at one of their outstanding venues.
Single family homes come in a wide variety of styles and range in price from the $100,000’s to $900,000 depending on location (waterfront, golf, interior, etc) and size. There are several condominiums and townhouses available from the mid $100,000’s to $300,000’s again, depending on location. There are still some lots available to purchase and build your own home from as low as $20,000 up to waterfront lots in the $400,000 range. There are several new developments for additional options if you decide to make Tega Cay your next home.
Tega Cay is located close to many area attractions for sports or outdoor enthusiasts and family outings such as the Anne Springs Close Greenway, Carolina Panthers, Carolina Thread Trail, Charlotte Knights Baseball, Nation Ford Greenway, Carowinds Amusement Park, open all summer and featuring Scarowinds in the fall, is only 20 minutes away. While Tega Cay enjoys low York County, SC taxes, Uptown Charlotte with it’s fine restaurants, shopping and cultural opportunities and the Charlotte Douglas International Airport are both only 30 minutes away. The city of Rock Hill, SC is only about 20 minutes away.
For more information on the city of Tega Cay go to www.tegacaysc.org.
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Not every dream home in Tega Cay sits on the water. Some of them sit beneath the trees. The backyard here is the story. A mature tree canopy wraps the property in shade and privacy that feels a world away from everything, while actually being minutes from all of it. The custom deck is the anchor: expansive, beautifully built, and designed to live like an outdoor park. The covered outdoor kitchen is fully equipped with a built-in gas grill and everything you need to cook, host, and linger for hours. When the sun goes down, gather around the outdoor fireplace, or ease into the six-person hot tub and let the evening take care of itself. Follow the path to the firepit when the night calls for it: blankets, good company, and s'mores strongly encouraged. The yard is fully defined by a seamless invisible perimeter system, because you love your animals, you love your space, and the two should coexist in complete harmony. They do here. Inside, this custom home was built with an eye for detail that rewards a slow walkthrough. The curved staircase makes a statement from the moment you step in. The open floor plan flows generously, anchored by a stunning kitchen outfitted with a full KitchenAid appliance suite and finished with leathered granite that brings a richness and texture you feel as much as see. The kind of kitchen that becomes the natural center of every gathering. The primary suite is elevated in every sense, a true retreat within the home, finished with heated tile floors in the bath that make every morning feel a little more luxurious. And throughout, there are finishes and touches that are simply better experienced in person than described on a page. The finished basement adds another full layer of living: flex space, entertainment, overflow for guests, or all of the above. This is a home built for living a big life. For family, for friends, for gathering and celebrating and settling in. For the kind of entertaining where the evening moves naturally from the kitchen to the deck to the hot tub to the firepit, and nobody is in a hurry to leave. The address is Tega Cay, with all the pride and community that comes with it. You're a golf cart ride from the trails, pools, tennis and pickleball courts, the marina, the golf course, and everything that defines life on the peninsula. Tega Cay is a one-of-a-kind city where neighbors know each other, the Fourth of July feels like a small town celebration, and the outdoor lifestyle isn't something you have to seek out. It's simply how life here works. And you're perfectly positioned for what's coming: the highly anticipated Grove development will bring new shopping, dining, and energy to the area, making this location as smart as it is beautiful. Zoned to the award-winning Fort Mill School District, consistently ranked among the best in South Carolina and recognized nationally for academic excellence. This is a home you grow into, not out of. Come see it slowly. It's worth every minute.
| MLS#: | 4391141 |
| Price: | $1,000,000 |
| Square Footage: | 4474 |
| Bedrooms: | 5 |
| Bathrooms: | 4.1 |
| Acreage: | 0.48 |
| Year Built: | 2018 |
| Type: | Single Family Residence |
| Virtual Tour: | Click here |
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