Charming and lavish

Davidson is a quintessential small town. With downtown Main Street as a focal point, the Davidson community includes award-winning restaurants, local businesses, art galleries and theaters, a farmers market and more, all nestled among beautiful woods and within walking distance of Lake Norman. NOVEL Davidson is also a short drive from quaint Cornelius.

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Lakeside locals

Dotted with local parks, beautiful hiking trails and picnic spots, Davidson offers outdoor recreation for residents of all ages. The local YMCA offers family-friendly activities and the North Harbor Club blends the picturesque views of Lake Norman with the perfect date night dining experience.

Sip, savor, and smile

Iconic local spots such as Kindred, Flatiron Kitchen and The Pickled Peach are Davidson staples, offering a wide selection of cuisine down Main Street. Summit Coffee Basecamp and Milkbread are classic spots to grab a coffee, catch up with friends or give work-from-home days a change of scenery.

Small-town born

Davidson boasts a collection of locally owned businesses. From boutiques to restaurants, bookstores and more, the community invests in itself and supports the quintessential spots that give Davidson its close-knit feel.

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Dive into Davidson and nearby Cornelius

Effortlessly walkable, dotted with picturesque views and bespoke stores, Davidson beckons you to its quaint streets. Check out what’s walkable on the map linked below.

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Food & Beverage

  • Barrell & Fork
  • Cool Fish
  • Famous Toastery
  • Flatiron Kitchen + Taphouse
  • Good Drip Coffee
  • Hope & Vine Davidson
  • Kindred
  • Masala Mastee
  • Mestizo Mexican
  • Milkbread
  • Old Town Public House
  • Summit Coffee Co.
  • The Crazy Pig
  • The Pickled Peach
  • Willow Wood Coffee

Culture & Convenience 

  • Ace Hardware
  • Barnes and Noble
  • Birkdale Village
  • Charlotte Pediatric Dentistry
  • Community School of Davidson
  • Duke Family Performance Hall
  • Harris Teeter
  • Home Depot
  • HomeGoods
  • John M. Belk Arena
  • Lowe's Home Improvement Store
  • Regal Birkdale
  • Richardson Stadium
  • Target
  • The Armour Street Theatre
  • The Fresh Market

Outdoor Spaces

  • 6+ Mile Greenway
  • Parham Park
  • Legion Park
  • Lake Davidson Nature Preserve
  • Lake Norman 
  • Roosevelt Wilson Park
  • Torrence Chapel Park

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