21300 Blakely Shores Drive, Cornelius, NC

Waterford Point remains one of Cornelius’s most established lakeside enclaves, characterized by mature canopies and a deliberate sense of privacy often missing from newer developments. This 1991 residence, encompassing 3,256 square feet on a half-acre lot, prioritizes a functional connection to the water. The interior architecture is defined by a two-story great room featuring substantial brickwork, while the primary suite offers a notable flex space with its own fireplace, suitable for a private study or dressing room. The three-bedroom, four-bathroom layout includes a sunroom and a kitchen equipped with GE Monogram appliances. Outside, the property provides immediate deep-water access via a private dock and boat lift situated in a recently dredged cove. For the Lake Norman submarket, such positioning is increasingly rare, offering the tranquility of a protected inlet without sacrificing the proximity to the main channel required for larger vessels. In a market where shoreline integrity is paramount, the recent dredging adds significant long-term utility to the estate. Private consultations and viewings are available through Peters & Associates.

About the home

Enjoy the best of both worlds on Lake Norman , a quieter, recently dredged cove setting with the main channel just moments away. Step from your backyard to the dock, boat lift and second slip and be on big water in seconds. There is also space for jet skis, making it easy to enjoy everything Lake Norman has to offer. Set on approximately half an acre in Waterford Point, this spacious waterfront home offers more than 3,200 square feet of flexible living space in a neighborhood known for mature trees and sidewalk-lined streets. Inside, a dramatic two-story great room is anchored by beautiful brickwork surrounding the fireplace, creating a warm and impressive gathering space at the heart of the home. The main level also offers a separate dining room, kitchen with GE Monogram appliances and beverage refrigerator, a fully enclosed sunroom and deck overlooking the property. The primary suite includes a large bath with glass shower and soaking tub, along with a generous adjoining flex space featuring its own fireplace. This versatile room works beautifully as a sitting room, reading area, home office, fitness space, dressing room or additional private retreat. Upstairs, a spacious loft with built-in shelving provides another inviting living area and is joined by two bedrooms, a full bath and an additional half bath. A separate bonus room over the garage adds even more flexibility for a media room, recreation space, home office, fitness area or guest retreat. For buyers ready to start enjoying lake life immediately, the sellers are also open to separately negotiating select furnishings, boats and jet skis. Located in the heart of Cornelius, close to shops, restaurants, walking paths and pickleball, this home combines a sought-after waterfront setting, generous indoor and outdoor space and quick access to the open waters of Lake Norman.

Price in context

• Asking $576 per square foot.
• That is 4% below the $598 median across 44 active $1.5M+ homes in Cornelius.
• 25th highest asking price of 44 active $1.5M+ homes in Cornelius.
• 33rd largest by living area of the 43 with a recorded size.
• Reduced $124,000 (6.2%) from the original $1,999,000 asking price.
• 58 days on the market, listed 2026-08-20.
• County tax assessment $1,388,200; the asking price is 1.35× the assessed value.
• HOA dues $420 (annually).

Location

Neighborhood: Waterford Point, Mecklenburg County, ZIP 28031.

Straight-line distances

• Uptown Charlotte: 18.6 mi
• Charlotte Douglas International Airport: 19.8 mi
• Charlotte Country Club: 19.9 mi
• Wilson Air Center (private aviation, CLT): 20.1 mi
• SouthPark Mall: 23.8 mi
• Quail Hollow Club: 26.8 mi

Assigned schools

• Elementary: Cornelius
• Middle: Bailey
• High: William Amos Hough

School assignments come from the listing and can change; confirm with the district.

Features

Style

Rustic, Traditional, Transitional

Levels

One and One Half

Construction

Cedar Shake, Hard Stucco, Stone

Roof

Architectural Shingle

Bathrooms

2 full, 2 half

Fireplace

Yes

Interior

Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Cable Prewire, Entrance Foyer, Open Floorplan, Walk-In Closet(s)

Flooring

Carpet, Tile, Wood

Kitchen & appliances

Bar Fridge, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer

Heating

Central

Cooling

Central Air

Garage

2 spaces

Parking

Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Faces Side

Exterior

Dock - Floating, In-Ground Irrigation, Storage

Waterfront

Boat Lift, Boat Ramp – Community, Boat Slip (Deed), Dock, Paddlesport Launch Site - Community

View

Water

Lot

Flood Fringe Area, Rolling Slope, Wooded, Waterfront

Community

Lake Access, Sidewalks

County

Mecklenburg

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• 21206 Captiva Court, Cornelius — $3,150,000, 5 bd, 4,048 sq ft, 0.4 mi away
• 21314 Olde Quarry Lane, Cornelius — $2,150,000, 4 bd, 3,903 sq ft, 0.5 mi away

See it privately

Nicholas and Miriam Peters show every home personally. Peters & Associates, 4401 Barclay Downs Dr #132, Charlotte, NC 28209. Office 704-264-4572. Request a private showing.