A solar eclipse will be crossing the United States from coast to coast, and a good way to experience this awe-inspiring event is by viewing it in the large open outdoors. The eclipse, expected to present itself partially in Florida and North Carolina, is a happening you won’t want to miss. So, check out these six homes that offer some of the best outdoor viewings for whatever the skies have to show us, now and in the future.
159 Adirondack Drive, Boone, NC 28607 | Listed by Derek Rowley
This 6,756-square-foot luxury home is ideal for experiencing an eclipse with its 4,100 feet of elevation on a 2.5-acre plateau, with 28-plus wooded acres and dramatic mountain views. This magnificent mountain estate offers two luxurious primary suites, two full-sized guest bedrooms, plus three additional sleeping rooms and spaces on three levels.
You’ll see stars in your eyes when you check out this magnificent property perched above 250 feet of shoreline with 180 degrees of breathtaking views of Pine Island Sound. This exceptional home comes with a luxurious pool, private dock, and expansive decking to enjoy a spectacular Florida lifestyle on private Useppa Island.
3200 Beaty Road, Gastonia, NC 28054 | Listed by Jessica Grier
This crown jewel sits on 55 beautiful acres of North Carolina's breathtaking landscape. A treat for equine, ATV enthusiasts, and stargazers alike, this property features ready-to-go fields and scenic trails with its focal point a 9,000-square-foot main high-end estate with a gourmet kitchen, library, impressive primary suite, and 10-foot ceilings on the main floor.
Set up a telescope on the new boathouse’s second-story sun deck and go celestial gazing from this luxurious 6,100-square-foot home on 300-acre Lake Brantley. While outdoors, enjoy the sprawling, meticulously manicured 3.77-acre grounds and 130 feet of shoreline that’s tailor-made for water sports, fishing, and the best of lakefront living.
The sun, the moon, and the stars are everywhere with this sophisticated custom waterfront home on a luxurious three-acre parcel on Manasota Key’s Lemon Bay. This grand estate with over 12,000 square feet of resort-style living space offers deeded access to the beach and the sparkling blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico.
This exquisite waterfront oasis is an outdoor delight complete with 118 feet of prime shoreline, a dock with a 24,000-pound boat lift, and lifts for jets skis, and paddleboards. Enjoy gazing at the skies from an impressive pool, its sun-drenched shelf, and ethereal LED lighting.