About the Area

Weddington Meadows is located in the heart of the Matthews area of south Charlotte. Known for its great schools, ease of access to major thoroughfares, and excellent shopping and dining, Matthews is one of the favored addresses in the greater Charlotte area.

Adjacent to the community is the 265-acre park and nature preserve with ponds, picnic shelters, tennis courts, soccer fields, and more! There are fitness opportunities for all lifestyles - ride your mountain bike or walk the many miles of trails. Enjoy all of the benefits of a huge amenity next door in a small neighborhood setting.

Head to the gym or outside for some biking or jogging. The nearby Siskey YMCA is one of the largest YMCA's in Charlotte and the U.S., featuring extensive fitness areas, classes for adults and kids, indoor and outdoor pools with water slides, basketball courts, snd more.

City Overview

Charlotte is a city known for its southern hospitality and trademark trees. Alive with blooms in the spring and colorful foliage in the fall, Charlotte enjoys a high quality of life with temperate weather, a plethora of outdoor recreational activities, excellent schools, numerous opportunities for continuing education, first class health care, and a wide variety of sporting and cultural events. Charlotte has been named one of America's most livable cities and ranks first for the most educated workforce. It's the second largest banking center and the sixth largest in number of Fortune 500 headquarters in the country.

Cost of Living

Charlotte's cost of living continues to be below the national average.

Culture/Entertainment

Whether you are a sports fan or a supporter of the arts, Charlotte has something to offer. With two professional sports teams, the Carolina Panthers football team and the Charlotte Bobcats basketball team, you can always find a game to watch. Don't forget about the Charlotte Knights minor league baseball team and Charlotte Checkers hockey team too.

Charlotte's biggest claim to fame is it is home to NASCAR and Charlotte Motor Speedway. Check out the new NASCAR Museum uptown, along with the endless supply of art galleries. Visit the Discovery Place IMAX Theater and ImaginOn Children's Theater, the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, or the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater for endless options in live theater and concerts.

Education

Charlotte has many options for higher education. With 34 colleges and universities, including Queens College, Davidson College, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and Central Piedmont Community College, there are numerous options for undergraduate and graduate studies. Johnston and Wales Culinary School is located uptown and has options for both full time and continuing education.

Medical

Two of the largest hospital systems in the southeast are in Charlotte. Carolinas HealthCare System and Presbyterian Healthcare have multiple hospital locations across the Charlotte metro, including the state of the art Levine's Children's Hospital at Carolinas Medical Center. With a wide range of specialists and nationally recognized teaching and research institutions, the spectrum of services available to area residents continues to grow while the cost of health care remains below the national average.

Recreation

If you enjoy spending time outdoors, check out the National Whitewater Center or one of the many parks throughout Charlotte for hiking, mountain biking, or picnicking. Head north to Lake Norman or south to Lake Wylie for water sports, boating, and fishing. Located in the Piedmont Region, Charlotte is within a two hour drive of the beautiful national parks and forests to the west, letting you enjoy the mountain views, fall colors, and winter sports. Hop in your car and head east to visit the North Carolina Outerbanks and its many pristine beaches.

Schools

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

• Jay M Robinson Middle
• Mckee Road Elementary
• Providence High

The Charlotte Mecklenburg School System (CMS) is nationally recognized for combining academic rigor with rich opportunities in the humanities. CMS ranks in the top five school districts nationally for the number of National Board Certified teachers on its staff. CMS offers a world of choices, from classical studies to culinary arts, technology, and the highly acclaimed International Baccalaureate and Advanced Diploma programs. Please remember to confirm school assignments directly with CMS.

Current School assignments for Weddington Meadows are as follows:
• McKee Road Elementary - 980-343-9370
• Jay M. Robinson Middle School - 980-343-6944
• Providence High School - 980-343-5390

Shopping

Weddington Meadows is centrally located with two grocery-store-anchored shopping centers within a two minute drive of the neighborhood. There are endless options for shopping, eating, and playing within a 15 minute drive Visit the the quaint, open-air shopping and pedestrian friendly centers of Blakeney, Stonecrest, Promenade on Providence, Ballantyne Village, and The Fountains, where you can enjoy a movie and al fresco dinner after shopping the unique boutiques and familiar retailers. Work on your golf game at the nearby Charlotte Golf Links or enjoy a day at the spa at the Ballantyne Resort.

Transportation

Charlotte is located at the crossroads of I-77 and I-85 near the North Carolina and South Carolina border. With an average of 644 airline flights daily, Charlotte Douglas International Airport provides easy access to the U.S. and the world, with non-stop service to 127 destinations.

The Charlotte LYNX light-rail system gives south Charlotte residents a quick alternative to commuting uptown, and the CATS bus system provides public transportation options throughout the city.

Utilities

Utility Providers for Weddington Meadows: 
• Duke Energy - 800-777-9898
• Windstream Telephone - 866-255-8356
• Piedmont Natural Gas - 800-752-7504
• Time Warner Cable - 704-975-2658
• City of Charlotte Water and Sewer - 704-336-7600