Lifestyle
The City of Henderson offers its residents small-town living, rich in history, yet located only about 40 minutes north of Raleigh. Near the Virginia border and Kerr Lake, this Vance County town offers many sights to enjoy, things to do and places to relax.
History buffs will enjoy strolling through town, as there are numerous buildings and houses that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Henderson Central Business Historic District is nationally recognized and includes over 90 buildings alone. A variety of additional structures are within this district and listed separately.
Kerr Lake, a massive lake with over 850 miles of shoreline, is perfect for outdoor activities on the water - skiing, boating, fishing. Check out our Kerr Lake Community Page for more information. On land, residents and visitors enjoy nature trails, camping, bird watching and more. The lake is a vital part of tourism in Vance County. Henderson also boasts 15 recreational sites, including ball fields, tennis and basketball courts and playgrounds.
Really step back in time at the Raleigh Road Outdoor Theatre, a true drive-in movie with a concession stand, and catch a movie while enjoying a burger and popcorn. It is one of only six drive-ins remaining in North Carolina.
For those with food on the mind, Two Twenty Seafood Restaurant offers a menu of seafood and American cuisine. If your appetite can’t decide between Italian or American food, then George’s is the spot for you with their pizza and pastas, burgers, gyros, steaks and ribs.
What’s not to love about Henderson with its history, great outdoor lake activity and close proximity to the state’s capital and the Virginia border. You may just come for a visit and decide to stay.
HISTORY
Settlers first moved to the area in 1784. As the railroad and economy boosted, the once desolate area began to grow. Many businesses came to town in the 1830s. Henderson was a prominent tobacco-growing area and, along with cotton and textile mills, the growth spurred.
FUN FACTS
Kerr Lake is one of the largest lakes in the Southeastern United States.
THINGS TO DO
Show, Shine, Shag and Dine Car Show in October.Property Address | Details | Price | |
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![]() | 544 S B Harrison Lane Henderson, NC 27537 | Beds: 4 Baths: 5 Total SqFt: 4,819 | $835,000 |
![]() | 00 Drewry Virginia Line Road Manson, NC 27553 | Zoning | 278.00 Acre(s) | $760,900 |
![]() | Reed Road #reed Lane Boydton, VA 23917 | Zoning | 54.22 Acre(s) | $475,000 |
![]() | A & B Reed Road Boydton, VA 23917 | AG Zoning | 54.22 Acre(s) | $475,000 |
![]() | 5429 Us 158 Business Highway Henderson, NC 27537 | Zoning | 35.00 Acre(s) | $425,000 |
![]() | 200 Nutbush Drive Manson, NC 27551 | Beds: 3 Baths: 2 Total SqFt: 2,005 | $399,900 |
![]() | 100 Waters Edge Loop Henderson, NC 27537 | Beds: 3 Baths: 2 Total SqFt: 2,042 | $399,000 |
![]() | 197 Lake Shore Lane Henderson, NC 27537 | Beds: 3 Baths: 3 Total SqFt: 2,314 | $389,900 |
![]() | 2120 Coleman Place Henderson, NC 27536 | Beds: 4 Baths: 4 Total SqFt: 3,247 | $325,000 |
![]() | 267 Washington Street Boydton, VA 23917 | Beds: 5 Baths: 6 Total SqFt: 4,982 | $324,900 |
![]() | 267 Washington Street Boydton, VA 23917 | Beds: 6 Baths: 5 Total SqFt: 4,982 | $324,900 |
![]() | Abc Beckford Drive Henderson, NC 27536 | B-4 Zoning | 1.00 Acre(s) | $295,000 |
![]() | 2114 Coleman Place Henderson, NC 27536 | Beds: 3 Baths: 3 Total SqFt: 2,942 | $289,900 |
![]() | 0 Warrenton Road Henderson, NC | 1 Story(s) | 0 SqFt | 0 Office SqFt | $270,750 |
![]() | 1381 New Bethel Church Road Henderson, NC 27537 | Beds: 3 Baths: 2 Total SqFt: 2,072 | $265,000 |
![]() | 57 N Chaucer Way Kittrell, NC 27544 | Beds: 3 Baths: 3 Total SqFt: 1,920 | $219,000 |
![]() | 1337 Robertson Road Roxboro, NC 27574 | Beds: 4 Baths: 2 Total SqFt: 1,455 | $209,000 |
![]() | 1004 Dabney Drive Henderson, NC 27536 | 2 Story(s) | 0 SqFt | 0 Office SqFt | $179,000 |
![]() | 421 Raleigh Road Henderson, NC 27536 | B2A Zoning | 6.42 Acre(s) | $175,000 |
![]() | 9577-b George Ruff Road Bullock, NC 27507 | Beds: 2 Baths: 1 Total SqFt: 828 | $175,000 |
![]() | 137 N B Harrison Lane Henderson, NC 27537 | Zoning | 1.14 Acre(s) | $169,000 |
![]() | 100 S Garnett Street Henderson, NC 27536 | 2 Story(s) | 7,360 SqFt | 0 Office SqFt | $152,000 |
![]() | 526 Old Warrenton Road Henderson, NC 27537 | Beds: 2 Baths: 2 Total SqFt: 2,254 | $149,900 |
![]() | 1821 Raleigh Road Henderson, NC 27537 | Beds: 3 Baths: 3 Total SqFt: 2,754 | $149,900 |
![]() | 24 Quail Acres Lane Manson, NC 27553 | Beds: 3 Baths: 2 Total SqFt: 1,216 | $149,900 |