Ballantyne & South Charlotte

Close to the South Carolina border, Ballantyne is a chic neighborhood known for its modern homes, golf courses and corporate parks. A spa day at The Ballantyne, a luxury hotel, is always a must as there are more than 100 treatment options on the menu followed by a delightful afternoon tea to enjoy! Golf aficionados can join Ballantyne Country Club to relax and play 18 holes on the sweeping greens.

Another perfect way to get outside is Ballantyne’s 14 parks and green spaces, where you can have a picnic, feed the ducks and exercise. Cullman Park offers benches and patio tables, as well as a tranquil waterfall that leads to Cullman Pond, where catch-and-release fishing is allowed. The more adventurous can tackle Big Rock Nature Preserve, a 22-acre park with the largest exposed boulders in Mecklenburg County.

Artistic types can spark their imaginations at Dish It Out Pottery Studio, and those who crave puzzles will get an adrenaline rush from Timed Out Escape. Meet your shopping needs at Ballantyne Village and taste authentic Indian food at The Blue Taj while you’re there. Other delectable dining options include Zeitouni Mediterranean Grill, Prime Fish, Katz Deli, Inizio Pizza, Buona Vita, Brown Bag, Miro Spanish Grille, Ma Ma Wok and Big View Diner.

Ballantyne provides a tranquil respite from the hustle-and-bustle of city life.