Small Town Life Near the Big City in Waxhaw NC

Located just half an hour from Charlotte, Waxhaw, NC offers a homey, small town feel within a stone's throw of the bigger city life. As one of the first towns in the County, Waxhaw offers a glimpse into history, with some buildings in the downtown area dating back more than 100 years. That doesn't mean we're stuck in the stone ages, though. Citizens can keep up with what's happening in Waxhaw as well as leave comments on the City's Facebook page or via their website.

Horses are a large part of the Waxhaw lifestyle. The McNeeley Farms Equestrian Center, for example, is situated on 70 acres of open area. You can take a lesson, board your horse, give him a vigorous workout in one of the arenas or saddle up and take a nice ride through one of the trails that meanders through the gorgeous scenery. If you are a horse lover, there is plenty of acerage availabe in the Waxhaw area to put down roots.

The Waxhaw Business Association (WBA) believes in creating strong relationships between local Waxhaw businesses and the citizens they cater to. This bond helps a community thrive. The local government also believes in listening and responding to what its residents need. Volunteers are always welcome to join one of the town committees to help improve on the way of life here in Waxhaw (Planning Board, Board of Adjustment, Parks and Recreation, Small Town Main Street, just to name a few).

The Waxhaw school public school system employs enthusiastic teachers who provide an exceptional education to their students. Students wishing to pursue their studies after high school don't have to go far for a quality education. The University of North Carolina at Charlotte, Queens University, Pfeiffer University and Wingate University (just to name a few) are close to home, which helps keep costs down.

If you're looking for small town life without the big city fuss, Waxhaw, NC is the perfect place for you. Its location 30 minutes from Charlotte allows you to enjoy a much more relaxed life but still keeps you close to the action when you want it. A horse-lover's paradise and family-friendly atmosphere have helped many people call Waxhaw home. When you're ready to look for a home in the Waxhaw area, please contact me.

Robin Husney, Your Charlotte NC Real Estate Specialist

Originally posted on my Charlotte NC real estate blog here: http://www.realtown.com/robinhusneyrealtor/blog/living-in-waxhaw-nc/.