A striking evening view highlights this full-brick Weddington Chase home framed by mature trees and established landscaping.
Beautifully balanced and undeniably impressive, this expansive façade hints at the 5,400+ square feet and three finished levels waiting inside.
A curved walkway leads to the covered front entry where stately columns, brick steps and double doors create an impressive welcome.
Arched windows, contrasting stone-toned trim and handsome brickwork give this home architectural character well beyond the ordinary.
A stunning entrance! Double glass doors open to a spacious two-story foyer filled with natural light, with the curved staircase providing a memorable first impression.
The grand two-story foyer welcomes you inside, where the sweeping staircase immediately catches your eye and the formal living room is framed by a wide arched opening.
Dramatic arched windows and custom architectural details give this spacious formal living room a luxurious feel, with plenty of room for entertaining guests, visiting with friends or simply enjoying a quieter space away from the home’s more casual living areas.
Formal does not have to mean closed off. The living and dining rooms flow directly into one another, giving you two distinct spaces for entertaining that work beautifully together.
A large bay window with three arched windows brings plenty of natural light into this spacious living room, with hardwood floors and crown molding continuing the home’s classic architectural style.
With room for a large table and plenty of guests, this formal dining room was made for everything from holiday dinners to long evenings with friends. Extensive millwork and a dramatic tray ceiling give the room a custom, upscale feel while its generous size means no one has to be squeezed around the table.
This is a kitchen made for people who actually like to cook. Generous counter space, abundant cabinets, a large center island and double wall ovens provide plenty of room for serious meal prep, while island seating keeps family and guests close to the action.
Whether you’re preparing dinner for two or cooking for a houseful, this kitchen gives you the space to do it without feeling crowded. The granite island provides an expansive prep area while seating for three makes it easy for friends and family to pull up a stool and keep the cook company.
Warm maple cabinetry, granite countertops, a tiled backsplash, hardwood floors and distinctive lighting give this kitchen a rich, custom look. Stainless steel appliances include a gas cooktop, double wall ovens and dishwasher while two pantries provide plenty of storage. Wide-open sight lines into the great room mean the cook can be part of the conversation whether it’s a casual night at home or a houseful of guests.
The spacious breakfast area handles much more than a quick morning meal, with room for a full-size table, walls of windows overlooking the backyard and a built-in desk that gives you a convenient spot for a laptop, homework or keeping the household organized.
More than a breakfast nook, this spacious casual dining area easily accommodates a full-size table with plenty of room for everyday meals, leisurely weekend breakfasts or a table full of family and friends — all just steps from the kitchen.
Great room is the room where everyone will want to be. Large enough for a substantial sectional and additional seating, the great room gives family and friends plenty of room to relax, watch a movie, catch the big game or spend an evening together without feeling crowded.
A great room that lives up to its name. Its size has room for big, comfortable furniture while a wall of windows brings in the backyard views and natural light — a room designed for everything from Sunday afternoons to holiday gatherings.
The gas fireplace creates a warm focal point, framed by custom built-ins with display shelving, cabinetry and accent lighting — a great combination of architectural detail and useful storage.
Designed for the way people really live, this spacious great room is just steps from the kitchen and casual dining area, making it easy to move from dinner to movie night or accommodate a houseful of family and friends.
Bedroom suite with adjoining bath on the home's main floor. Ideal for anyone who has trouble navigating stairs.
Full bathroom on home's main floor accessed from both the adjoining bedroom and hallway.
The second-floor landing continues the home’s impressive architectural style, with hardwood floors, detailed iron balusters and an open overlook to the foyer below. Its generous width gives the upstairs a spacious feel rather than simply serving as a hallway between bedrooms.
The primary suite has the scale you expect in a home of this caliber, with plenty of room for a king-size bed and substantial furniture. The vaulted tray ceiling adds architectural drama while the bay window creates a natural sitting area for reading, relaxing or enjoying a quiet start to the day.
The scale of this primary suite is especially apparent from this angle. With broad stretches of open floor space and windows on three sides, it has the proportions and architectural presence you expect in a luxury home rather than feeling like simply another large bedroom.
A primary bath made for unwinding, with a deep soaking tub beneath the skylight, a large walk-in shower with frameless glass enclosure, extensive tilework and granite-topped vanities. Two closets outside the entrance to the bathroom add the kind of storage you can never have too much of.
The high ceiling, skylight and arched opening with columns give this bathroom architectural interest beyond its generous size. Separate granite-topped vanity areas on opposite sides of the room, including a seated vanity, provide abundant counter and storage space.
Tucked behind the primary bath, this private office or library is a terrific bonus within the primary suite. Built-in bookshelves offer space for books, files and display pieces, while two windows bring in plenty of natural light. Best of all, its location creates a quiet, private place to work or read away from the activity in the rest of the home.
One of four additional bedrooms on the home’s second floor, this generously sized room offers plenty of space for a sitting area, study space or hobbies in addition to everything you’d expect in a comfortable bedroom.
One of four additional bedrooms on the home’s second floor, this spacious room features a beautiful bay of windows that brings in abundant natural light and creates an ideal spot for a reading chair, study area or whatever else suits the person who calls this room their own.
One of four additional bedrooms on the home's second floor. This one shares an en-suite Jack & Jill bath.
Jack & Jill bath shared by two of the second floor bedrooms features private vanity areas, shared bath and toilet area.
One of four additional bedrooms on the home's second floor features en-suite access to a Jack & Jill bathroom.
The finished third floor adds tremendous flexibility to the home, with room for a full-size pool table and plenty of additional space for games, hobbies or a home gym. Whether devoted entirely to recreation or divided into different activity areas, there’s room here to make this level work for the way you live.
There’s more to the finished third floor than recreation. This separate area has plenty of room for comfortable seating and a large-screen TV, making it an ideal media room, movie space or casual hangout away from the home’s main living areas.
Virtually staged 3rd floor to show how you can use this space as a self-contained bedroom suite for a live-in au pair, caregiver, or for longer term guests.
The full bath adds even more flexibility to the finished third floor. Use this level for recreation, a media room or home gym or take advantage of the additional space and full bath to create another bedroom suite, private guest quarters or a combination of living and recreational space.
The covered brick paver patio is a natural extension of the home’s living and entertaining areas, creating a wonderful setting for al fresco dining, weekend brunches or dinner with friends. With plenty of room for a full dining table and chairs, it’s a space that makes outdoor dining and entertaining an easy part of everyday life.
The brick paver patio creates an inviting place to take life outside, with plenty of room for comfortable seating and space to relax with a morning cup of coffee, settle in with a good book or unwind at the end of the day.
A backyard with this much flat, usable space gives you options. There’s room for pets to run, games on the lawn, gardens, additional outdoor living areas or simply relaxing outside. Fully fenced and surrounded by mature trees that add privacy, this is a backyard designed to be used.
The view from the backyard shows another side of this impressive home, with its three-story design, curved rear architecture and multiple sets of windows creating a striking exterior. It’s a beautiful backdrop to all the time you’ll want to spend outside.
A three-car side-load garage is a major plus, providing room for multiple vehicles along with additional space for bikes, lawn equipment or other storage. The wide driveway offers plenty of room for additional parking and easy maneuvering. The side-load design allows the home’s architecture and landscaping to take center stage from the street.
As evening settles in, the covered patio becomes an inviting place to linger over dinner, share a bottle of wine or spend a quiet evening outside. The soft lighting and sheltered setting create the kind of outdoor space you’ll want to use well beyond the daylight hours.
Tucked beneath the trees, the backyard fire pit creates a cozy spot for cool evenings outside. Pull up a chair, light the fire and settle in for conversation, a glass of wine or simply a little time under the stars.
One look from above and you can see why the setting matters. 2309 Highland Forest Drive sits on a cul-de-sac street in Weddington Chase, surrounded by impressive homes and mature trees that stretch across the landscape in every direction. It’s a beautiful setting in one of Union County’s most sought-after communities.
This aerial view puts the size of the homesite into perspective, showing just how much backyard space there is behind the home. It also gives you a better sense of the home’s setting within Weddington Chase and the mature trees surrounding the property.
Floor Plan: 2309 Highland Forest Drive
Welcome home to 2309 Highland Forest Drive in Weddington Chase, where more than 5,400 square feet, three finished levels and an exceptionally flexible floor plan give you room to live, work, entertain and relax the way you want. With impressive spaces inside and plenty of room to enjoy outside, this is a home designed for much more than simply coming home at the end of the day.
Weddington Chase offers an exceptional range of amenities for an active lifestyle, including clubhouse, pool, tennis, basketball courts, playground, fitness center, sand volleyball, walking trails.