Discover four luxury properties in the Southeastern U.S. that you can call home.
When you can take your high-performance lifestyle — work, exercise, downtime, and all other pillars of life — with you to the comfort (and convenience) of home, you’ve struck the perfect equation.
Between geographic location, interior style, and amenities, everyone is looking for their own personalized combination; whether that’s a walkable city (so you can get in those steps), bustling hotspots, and/or local attractions that offer opportunities to be active.
“In general, what I am noticing is that buyers aren’t necessarily demanding a home gym like the trend of a couple of decades ago,” says Marty Byrd, a real estate associate at Carriage Properties in Charleston, SC. “Home equipment is a backup or supplement to more social workouts.”
That preference, of course, can depend on location and buyer.
In Knoxville, TN, Jennifer Scates, a residential broker at Wallace Real Estate, says many people are still looking for at-home gyms to lift and lunge. “Covid caused people to become more in tune with their health needs, both physically and mentally,” she says. “And having the space and equipment at home makes using these amenities that much easier.”
No matter where the home is, real estate agents agree that both finding a home and wellness goals are extremely personal. “Clients in the luxury space are high achievers in business and in life, and they will settle for only the best,” says Scates.
Whether you’re looking for a house right now or window shopping for inspiration, here are four luxury properties curated in partnership with Luxury Portfolio International on the market that bode for a high-performance lifestyle:
The Luxury Penthouse In The Chic Fashion District, Charleston, SC
$2,685,000
With an elegantly outfitted marble kitchen, easily meal prep and make healthy snacks, or walk to a local eatery on King Street. “Charleston, SC, may be one the most walkable cities in the world once you are downtown,” says Byrd. “[Homes] large enough and luxurious enough to live in full-time are even harder to come by.” This gem is 2,400 square feet.
Thankfully, whatever the future residents get into wellness-wise, this luxury 3-bed, 2-bathroom penthouse condo has storage (to house all outdoor activity gear), tons of bookcases (for reading up on healthy living), and two laundry rooms to wash away the day. To wind down after hours (or wake up with the sunrise), spend time on the 40x40 rooftop garden deck, which can assist in relaxation outdoors in the comfort and privacy of home.
Exquisite Estate on Old Hickory Lake, Old Hickory, TN
$3,289,000
With unobstructed views of the water, it’s easy to love the location of this 5-bedroom, 5-bathroom home. And more so for anyone who loves water sports, as they’ll have ample opportunities to paddleboard and kayak. “The home being on water is the ultimate well-being experience,” says Joni Wilson, a real estate agent at Parks Realty. “The boat dock is 100 feet away. This provides the ultimate boaters’ paradise with several marinas on the lake to boat to for dinner as well.”
A weekend might consist of boating to a local restaurant, or to downtown Nashville, one day and golfing at one of two golf clubs in the area the next. The Old Hickory Golf and Country Club and The Hermitage Golf Club are in close proximity.
For cyclists, or those who prefer to walk in nature, there are trail systems nearby as well. And, if staying in to exercise is preferred, there’s an at-home gym within the residence. Not to mention, chilly days and chilly nights can easily become warmer with heated tile floors and a steam shower.
Elegant Custom Home in Gated Harbor Community, Savannah, GA
$3,825,000
For those who enjoy being in fresh air, this 1.2-acre property has many outdoor activities to partake in, in the surrounding area. “This home is across the street from a nature reserve with biking and walking trails through wooded areas,” says Ruthie Seese, a realtor at Harry Norman Realtors in Savannah, GA. For the indoor fitness-seeker, a gym can be found on the other side of the reserve. But, the best part: Everything is within walking or biking distance from the home. (The beach is close, too.)
If you don’t want to venture from home, “float in the pool, sit by the dock, fish in the creek, take the boat out on the rivers, you can enjoy the property without going anywhere,” says Seese. The 5-bedroom home also has a sunroom that can be utilized for relaxation during any season.
“As time marches on, fitness and health are becoming larger industries,” Seese says. She notes that Savannah offers services for fitness and health on all levels. “It has become a destination stop for many tourists and travelers,” she says. “Live in Savannah and enjoy a year-round outdoor playground — from the rivers, beaches, oceans, wooded trails to historic streets.”
Exquisite Estate With Artistic Details And Breathtaking Views, Knoxville TN
$11,500,000
This sprawling 12,400-square foot, 4-bed, 6.5-bath home, with a pool on a lake, might first catch your attention for its size and location, but there’s more than meets the eye. “Preparing your mind, body, and soul is all part of high-performance living,” Scates says. “This picturesque property is not only visually stunning, but it has dedicated areas to focus on personal fitness.” In fact, the home comes with a lap pool, a dedicated exercise room, a sauna, and a large level backyard perfect for morning or evening yoga.
“The sunroom, with views of the waterfront, has hand painted ceilings which makes it perfect for meditation,” Scates says. And, with 1,000 feet of shoreline and a custom boat dock, the home allows for a plethora of outdoor activities like fishing, kayaking, boating, and paddleboarding.
For the outdoorsy residents looking to stay above water: The property is close to the Great Smoky Mountains, which features access to hiking trails, camping, rafting, and mountain biking.