Lake Norman Shoreline vs. A 1930s Tudor River Estate 🛶

Featuring an oceanfront A-frame in the Keys, a Virginia retreat with geothermal heat, and a Tudor Revival with a "wine cellar" coal room.

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Alex Veytsman
February 05, 2026

🌅 Today’s Waterfront Picks: 5 Dreamy Properties by the Water

Every day, new waterfront properties are listed — but these five? They offer the perfect blend of stunning views, luxurious living, and serene locations.

Resort pools, sandy beaches, and boat slips included—discover today’s most resilient waterfront finds.

🌊 Oceanfront A-Frame in Lion’s Lair – $900,000

3 Beds • 2 Bath • 1,509 sq ft • 3,484 sq ft lot

🏡 A rare, well-built oceanfront A-frame duplex offering sweeping open water views and a high-privacy location in the Keys.

  • 🛥️ Direct ocean access with assigned dockage (boats up to 25'), a community boat ramp, and trailer storage

  • 🛡️ Fully protected with impact-rated windows/doors and a durable metal roof

  • 🌅 Private outdoor deck and a community jetty walk for unparalleled sunset and ocean views

  • 🏊 Resort-style amenities including a heated pool, clubhouse, tiki hut, and even a sandy beach

  • 🚫 Rental-restricted community (no short-term rentals) ensuring a quiet, private living environment

🌊 York River Reverse-Living Retreat – $725,000

3 Beds • 3 Bath • 2,160 sq ft • 1.14 acres

🏡 A unique deep-water river retreat featuring a rare reverse-living layout and direct beach access on the York River.

  • 🌅 Top-floor living area with a full wall of windows and Trex balconies for panoramic river views

  • 🏖️ Private viewing deck with stairs leading directly to the beach and deep-water bulkhead

  • 🔋 Built for resilience with a whole-house generator, brand-new roof, and reverse osmosis water system

  • 🌿 Eco-friendly geothermal heating and cooling paired with sustainable bamboo flooring throughout

  • 🚤 Large unfinished basement/garage plus a powered shed and public boat ramp access just 1/4 mile away

🌊 Lake Norman Shoreline Retreat – $729,900

5 Beds • 3 Bath • 3,055 sq ft • 0.63 acres

🏡 A thoughtfully designed 5-bedroom residence set along 96 feet of pristine Lake Norman shoreline with resort-style community perks.

  • 🛶 Direct lake access for kayaking and fishing, plus a community day dock just a short walk away

  • 🍳 Chef’s kitchen featuring granite countertops, a 5-burner gas cooktop, and double wall ovens

  • 🛋️ Open-concept main level with 9-foot ceilings, a guest bedroom, and a fireplace-centered living area

  • 🍢 Screened porch pre-wired for media, overlooking a paver patio with a built-in fire pit

  • 🏊 Resort amenities: community pool, clubhouse, tennis/pickleball courts, dog park, and scenic trails

🌊 Lake Delhi A-Frame Cabin – $229,000

2 Beds • 1 Bath • 480 sq ft

🏡 A "cozy cutie" A-frame cabin, totally updated and optimized for ultimate lakefront enjoyment.

  • 🛥️ Includes two boat slips with one lift ready for immediate water access

  • 🛠️ Major recent updates: new metal roof, new windows, and a renovated bathroom

  • 🌅 Features a three-seasons porch and a screened porch for bug-free relaxation

  • 🔥 Dedicated fire pit grilling area and professional landscaping for outdoor entertaining

  • 🛶 Prime location for lake lovers with views of both the lake and the river

🏰🌹 $495,000 — a timeless 1931 Tudor Revival where original craftsmanship meets a chef’s kitchen, all wrapped in an original slate roof.
✨ A dramatic curved staircase, sunken living room, and a primary suite with Susquehanna River views define this character-rich estate.

⭐ Standouts
• 🪵 Original wood floors, cathedral archways, built-ins, and the home’s original doorbell
• 🍳 Recently renovated gourmet kitchen with Jenn Air cooktop, double ovens, and granite island
• 🌳 Enchanting conifer garden with a koi pond, patio, and over 100 tulips planted for spring
• 🏡 Third-floor rec room, 2-car garage, and located outside the 100-year flood plain

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