8916 Blakeney Drive, Charlotte, NC

About the home

Welcome to 8916 Blakeney Drive in the exclusive enclave of Blakeney Retreat. This is an intimate collection of homes built by award winning Classica builders featuring only seven homesites in the heart of South Charlotte. This Pasadena "American Cottage" estate is situated on 0.45 acres and has been beautifully updated with a professionally designed backyard entertainment space by Hernandez Pools. Resort-style living awaits in this private backyard retreat. A white pergola anchored by stacked-stone columns, with ceiling fan and bistro lighting, shelters an outdoor living room and a fully equipped kitchen featuring a built-in gas grill with side burner, stainless storage, under-counter refrigeration, sink, stone countertops, linear fire feature and wall-mounted TV. Steps away, the raised rectangular salt water pool is framed by natural stone coping and decking, with a spillover spa, sun shelf and twin fire bowls on stone pedestals creating a striking focal point. River-rock borders with oversized stepping stones, a stone seat wall and lush evergreen screening add privacy and polish, while the fenced yard offers peace of mind. Ideal for everything from game-day gatherings to quiet evenings by the fire. Inside, open-concept living features rich hardwood floors, extensive crown molding, plantation shutters and custom lighting. The Great Room’s designer fireplace flows seamlessly to the outdoor living area and engineered hardwood flooring has been installed throughout the home leaving minimal carpet in bedrooms upstairs. The gourmet kitchen boasts premium appliances including a new Sub-Zero refrigerator, Bertazzoni Italia gas range, custom cabinetry, granite countertops, a large 8 foot social island and a organized walk-in pantry. The primary suite offers a spa-inspired bath with floor-to-ceiling tile, an oversized rain shower and dual custom walk-in closets with designer built-ins. Upstairs features four generously spaced bedrooms with two of the bedrooms having their own ensuite with the other two bedrooms having a Jack n Jill full bathroom. The privately maintained community road was resurfaced in 2025. Blakeney Retreat is located just steps from the Blakeney Town Center, enjoy premier dining like Burton’s Grill & Bar and 131 MAIN or something more casual like CAVA or Brixx Wood Fired Pizza. Also enjoy wonderful shopping and wellness destinations, all while this home delivers privacy and convenience in one of Charlotte’s most desirable locations.

Price in context

• Asking $317 per square foot.
• That is 29% below the $449 median across 419 active $1.5M+ homes in Charlotte.
• 302nd highest asking price of 419 active $1.5M+ homes in Charlotte.
• 173rd largest by living area of the 400 with a recorded size.
• No price changes since it was listed.
• 0 days on the market, listed 2026-10-24.
• County tax assessment $1,043,700; the asking price is 1.32× the assessed value.
• HOA dues $300 (monthly).

Location

Neighborhood: Blakeney Retreat, Mecklenburg County, ZIP 28277.

Straight-line distances

• Quail Hollow Club: 5.1 mi
• SouthPark Mall: 7.9 mi
• Charlotte Country Club: 12.1 mi
• Uptown Charlotte: 13.1 mi
• Wilson Air Center (private aviation, CLT): 13.4 mi
• Charlotte Douglas International Airport: 14.1 mi

Assigned schools

• Elementary: Hawk Ridge
• Middle: Community House
• High: Ardrey Kell

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

Features

Style

Transitional

Levels

Two

Construction

Hardboard Siding, Stone

Builder

Classica

Bathrooms

4 full, 1 half

Fireplace

Yes

Flooring

Carpet, Hardwood, Tile

Kitchen & appliances

Dishwasher, Disposal, Exhaust Hood, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator with Ice Maker

Heating

Forced Air, Heat Pump

Cooling

Central Air, Dual

Garage

2 spaces

Parking

Driveway, Attached Garage

Exterior

Above Ground Hot Tub / Spa, In-Ground Irrigation, Outdoor Kitchen

Pool

In Ground, Pool/Spa Combo

County

Mecklenburg

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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.