James7bond's Blog: Raleigh Neighborhoods

The Carlyle at Falls Lake subdivision in Raleigh, NC  is an estate community of 96 wooded 1 to 2.5 acre home sites adjacent to Falls Lake in the Raleigh, NC region. Falls Lake is an Army Corps of Engineers property. The Corps describes this beautiful lake as follows: “A man-made reservoir, Falls Lake is located in the upper portion of the Neuse River Basin, nestled very near North Carolina’s bustling “Triangle Area”. The reservoir covers almost 12,500 acres with water, and is surrounded by 25,500 acres of public land. The dam is located just outside of Raleigh, and the lake stretches 22 miles upstream to the confluence of the Eno, Flat, and Little Rivers near Durham. “ Falls Lake is one of the most popular recreation destinations in the region.

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The Faircroft subdivision in N. Raleigh, NC is one of the most sought after neighborhoods in the area. Although the Faircroft neighborhood is relatively new, it has an enviable reputation.

Homes in Faircroft are generally stylish countryside mansions on large 1 to 3 acre lakeside lots. A 5 acre lake, huge community swimming pool and clubhouse are just some of the amenities provided at Faircroft. Located close to shopping centers, restaurants, schools and entertainment venues and downtown Raleigh, Faircroft is offers gracious living in an exclusive development.

There are just 61 home sites in Faircroft, some of which are wooded. Some homes are located on cul de sacs and there are 28 acres of open spaces in addition to the lake. Faircroft has a…