The Community
Gated golf, swim, tennis, and a mix of brick traditionals and transitional custom homes.
History
Master-planned in the mid-1990s on a rolling Huntersville site, Northstone established itself as the I-77 corridor's defining gated country-club community. The Tom Jackson–designed championship course routes through hardwood ridges and around protected wetlands, and the clubhouse, aquatic complex, and racquet facilities anchor one of the region's most active family club cultures.
Lifestyle
Morning rounds on the fairway, junior swim-team practice at the Olympic pool, late-afternoon racquet on Har-Tru clay, and dinner on the clubhouse veranda. Northstone runs on a deep family-club rhythm — multigenerational, weeknight-active, and built around the junior programs.
Architecture
Stately brick Georgian and traditional homes from the 1990s, with a growing collection of refined transitional renovations and a small number of newer custom estates on deeper interior parcels.
Amenities
- ◆Tom Jackson 18-hole championship golf course
- ◆Olympic swimming pool complex with kids' pool
- ◆Lighted Har-Tru clay tennis courts
- ◆Pickleball courts
- ◆Full clubhouse with member dining and grille room
- ◆24-hour staffed gatehouse
- ◆Junior golf, swim team, and racquet programs
- ◆Community walking trails and sidewalks
HOA & Membership
HOA dues run roughly $1,400–$2,000 annually depending on sub-section. Club membership is separate and required for golf, racquet, and pool access.
Average Home Value
Median home value approximately $895K; renovated estate homes on premium fairway lots regularly transact from $1.4M to $1.6M.
Commute
20 minutes to Uptown Charlotte via I-77 South · 28 minutes to Charlotte-Douglas International (CLT) · 5 minutes to Birkdale Village · 12 minutes to downtown Davidson.
Schools
- ◆Huntersville Elementary
- ◆Bailey Middle
- ◆William Amos Hough High
- ◆Cannon School (private K–12)
Dining Within Reach
- ◆Dressler's (Birkdale)
- ◆BrickTop's
- ◆Big View Diner
- ◆Northstone Grille (members)
- ◆Galway Hooker
Resident Voice
Residents describe Northstone as the I-77 corridor's most established family country-club community — the closest gated golf community to Uptown Charlotte, with a deep junior program and a multigenerational membership.
The Case For
- +Closest gated country-club community to Uptown Charlotte
- +Top-tier public school zoning (Hough High)
- +Strong junior golf, swim, and racquet culture
- +Walkable proximity to Birkdale Village
Worth Noting
- –No lake frontage and no marina access
- –Club membership functionally required for amenities
- –Original 1990s housing stock often requires renovation
Hidden Gems
- ◆The wooded back nine with creek crossings
- ◆Friday-night summer pool parties
- ◆The members-only wine tastings in the grille
FAQ
Frequently asked.
Is Northstone a gated community?+
Yes — Northstone is a 24-hour staffed and gated community with an attended entry off Northcross Drive.
Is club membership required?+
Membership is separately purchased and is required for golf, racquet, and aquatic facility access. The HOA covers community common areas and gate operations.
How is Northstone different from Skybrook?+
Northstone is gated, with a longer-established country-club culture and stronger junior programs. Skybrook is non-gated, with a more public-facing golf operation and a slightly lower entry price.
On the Ground
Renovation work on Northstone's original 1990s housing stock frequently involves Peters Custom Homes and Emerald & Oak Design, with relocation logistics handled by Peters Team Realty.
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