3386 Governors Island Drive
Denver, NC 28037
$4,900,000
Active
- 4 bedrooms
- 6 bathrooms
- 7,100 sq ft
- 0.68 acre lot
- built 1991
About this home
Widely regarded as the most iconic residence on Governors Island, this extraordinary contemporary post-and-beam masterpiece offers a rare blend of architectural significance, modern luxury, and commanding panoramic views of Lake Norman. Designed by renowned architect Randy Basselman, the home is perfectly positioned on a private point lot within the exclusive gated community to maximize breathtaking water vistas and unparalleled privacy. Walls of glass, soaring post-and-beam design, and sophisticated contemporary finishes create a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living. Offering 4 spacious bedrooms, 5 full baths, and 1 half bath, the residence was thoughtfully designed for both grand-scale entertaining and refined everyday living. At the heart of the home, the gourmet kitchen showcases premium integrated appliances, a Wolf gas range, custom curved cabinetry, and striking designer details. Recently enhanced, the expansive bonus/recreation space now features beautiful hardwood flooring, an updated bar area, and an additional flex space ideal for a private office, creative studio, or executive workspace. Designed to entertain effortlessly, the home offers multiple gathering spaces both inside and out, allowing for intimate evenings, large-scale celebrations, and everything in between. Interior appointments include a dramatic grand foyer, designer lighting, custom remote-controlled roller shades, wet bar, and living spaces curated around the stunning lake backdrop. Outside, resort-inspired amenities create the ultimate waterfront retreat. Enjoy a poolside cabana, hot tub, expansive outdoor entertaining areas, 266 feet of pristine shoreline, and a private dock offering direct access to the best of Lake Norman living. A 4-car garage with sleek Clopay frosted glass doors complements the home’s bold architectural presence. Situated on a serene .68-acre point lot, this exceptional offering embodies sophistication, privacy, and timeless design — an architectural jewel and one of Lake Norman’s most distinguished waterfront estates.
The details
- MLS number
- 4370065
- Status
- Active
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 5 full, 1 half
- Living area
- 7,100 sq ft
- Lot
- 0.68 acres
- Year built
- 1991
- Levels
- Two
- Garage
- Yes
- Subdivision
- Governors Island
- County
- Lincoln County
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Days on market
- 87
- Originally listed at
- $5,400,000
Facts and features
Interior
- Bedrooms by level
- Main 1, Upper 3
- Full bathrooms by level
- Main 2, Upper 3
- Half bathrooms by level
- Main 1
- Laundry
- Laundry Room, Main Level
- Windows
- Insulated Window(s), Window Treatments
- Basement
- No
- Fireplace
- Yes
- Heating
- Central
- Forced Air
- Propane
- Zoned
- Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Central Air
- Dual
- Electric
- Multi Units
- Zoned
- Appliances
- Bar Fridge
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Double Oven
- Dual Flush Toilets
- Gas Range
- Gas Water Heater
- Ice Maker
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Interior features
- Breakfast Bar
- Built-in Features
- Cable Prewire
- Central Vacuum
- Entrance Foyer
- Kitchen Island
- Open Floorplan
- Pantry
- Split Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Walk-In Pantry
- Wet Bar
- Flooring
- Carpet
- Tile
- Wood
- Fireplace features
- Gas
- Gas Log
- Great Room
- Primary Bedroom
- Other - See Remarks
Rooms
| Room | Features |
|---|---|
| Main | |
| Great Room-Two Story | Open Floorplan |
| Dining Room | |
| Office | |
| Kitchen | Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Pantry |
| Breakfast | |
| Primary Bedroom | Built-in Features, En Suite Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s) |
| Bathroom-Full | |
| Bathroom-Half | |
| Laundry | |
| Bathroom-Full | |
| Upper | |
| Loft | Built-in Features |
| Bedroom(s) | |
| Bathroom-Full | |
| Bedroom(s) | |
| Bathroom-Full | |
| Bedroom(s) | |
| Bathroom-Full | |
| Bonus Room | Attic Walk In, Built-in Features, Wet Bar |
| Flex Space | |
Square footage
- Above grade finished area
- 7,100 sq ft
- Below grade finished area
- 0 sq ft
- Main level area
- 4,315 sq ft
- Upper level area
- 2,785 sq ft
- Lower level area
- 0 sq ft
- Third level area
- 0 sq ft
- Garage area
- 1,132 sq ft
- Unheated area
- 0 sq ft
- Total heated living area
- 7,100 sq ft
Property
- Garage spaces
- 4
- Carport spaces
- 0
- Open parking
- No
- Main level garage
- Yes
- Levels
- Two
- Body of water
- Lake Norman
- Lot dimensions
- 105X188X287X179
- Lot features
- Waterfront
- Parcel number
- 50146
- Zoning description
- R-MR
- Parking
- Driveway
- Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Garage Faces Front
- Garage Shop
- Patio and porch
- Balcony
- Covered
- Patio
- Terrace
- Exterior features
- Dock - Floating
- In-Ground Irrigation
- Outdoor Shower
- View
- Long Range
- Water
- Year Round
- Waterfront features
- Dock
- Pier
- Retaining Wall
Construction
- Property sub type
- Single Family Residence
- Construction type
- Site Built
- Architectural style
- Post and Beam, Transitional
- Construction materials
- Fiber Cement, Hard Stucco
- Foundation
- Crawl Space
- Roof
- Tile
- New construction
- No
- Year built
- 1991
Utilities
- Sewer
- County Sewer
- Water source
- County Water
- Utilities
- Cable Connected
- Electricity Connected
- Phone Connected
- Propane
- Underground Power Lines
- Underground Utilities
Community and HOA
- Community features
- Gated
- Subdivision
- Governors Island
- Has an association
- Yes
- Association fee
- $458, Quarterly
- Association
- Governors Island HOA
- Subject to HOA
- Required
- Elevation
- 1,000 ft
- City taxes paid to
- No City Taxes Paid
Financial and listing details
- Price per square foot
- $690 per sq ft (computed)
- Tax assessed value
- $3,995,453
- Date on market
- May 4, 2026
- Cumulative days on market
- 87
- Road surface
- Brick, Paved
- Listing updated
- July 30, 2026
Price history for this listing
- Original list price
- $5,400,000
- Previous list price
- $5,400,000
- Price changed
- June 19, 2026
- Last change
- Price Change
- Last changed on
- June 19, 2026
Listing information
Listed by Ivester Jackson Christie's
Listing agent: Susan Dolan
Email: susand@ivesterjackson.com
MLS number 4370065 · Active
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