Business Details
32 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Land Acquisition & Real Estate Solutions
Waterfront Group was founded in 1994 with a mission to provide premier properties while preserving natural beauty. Our 30+ years of expertise span land acquisition, development, and seamless sales processes, ensuring transparency and client satisfaction. We handle every step in-house, from initial acquisition to post-sale support, prioritizing relationships over transactions. Our team collaborates with environmental experts to create sustainable communities protected by active homeowners associations. With properties across North Carolina, West Virginia, Tennessee, and Oklahoma, we specialize in mountain retreats, lakeside escapes, and recreational lands.Our founders, twin brothers Mark and Will Adkins, combined their industry experience to build the Southeast's leading land development company. We maintain rigorous quality standards while offering personalized service through licensed professionals. Our commitment extends beyond business through charitable initiatives like Camp New Hope. Client testimonials highlight our professionalism, responsiveness, and ability to transform land into thriving communities. This enduring dedication to excellence continues to define our approach today.
Services
Land Acquisition
Property Development
Real Estate Sales
Environmental Planning
Community Management
IRA Property Sales
Land Marketing
Title Services
Financing Solutions
Charitable Partnerships
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of specialized expertise in land acquisition and development
- Our in-house team manages every process from planning to final closing
- We implement environmentally responsible development practices with conservation experts
- We provide seamless buying experiences with pre-arranged financing options
- Our win-win transaction approach maintains 98% client satisfaction rates
What people say
Knowledge and professionalism
Breathtaking properties
Seamless experience
Highly recommend
Thriving community
Services
Land Acquisition
Waterfront Group specializes in sourcing premium land parcels directly from banks and developers. Our acquisition team identifies properties with exceptional natural features across mountain, lakeside, and recreational locations. With 30+ years of industry relationships, we secure exclusive access to undeveloped tracts that meet strict quality and location criteria.
Property Development
We transform raw land into thriving communities through sustainable development practices. Our process involves environmental assessments, infrastructure planning, and amenity creation while maintaining ecological balance. Each development includes essential utilities, road networks, and recreational facilities tailored to the property's natural characteristics.
Real Estate Sales
Our sales team facilitates direct property transactions with transparent pricing and comprehensive support. We offer custom homesites and developed lots with flexible financing options. The sales process includes property tours, documentation assistance, and post-purchase support through our in-house closing department.
Environmental Planning
We integrate conservation practices into every development through partnerships with forestry and ecology experts. Our approach includes habitat preservation, erosion control measures, and low-impact construction techniques. Properties are designed to maintain natural landscapes while meeting regulatory requirements and community needs.
IRA Property Sales
We facilitate real estate purchases using self-directed IRAs and 401(k) plans. Our specialists guide clients through non-recourse financing options and title requirements for retirement account property ownership. This service provides alternative investment opportunities in land and developed properties across our portfolio.
People
Mark Adkins
Co-Founder
Co-founded Waterfront Group in 1994 after gaining experience in land sales. Focuses on strategic development while maintaining commitment to environmental stewardship. Active in community charity initiatives including Camp New Hope.
Will Adkins
Co-Founder
Co-founded Waterfront Group in 1994 following acquisition and development experience. Oversees community vision implementation while ensuring construction quality standards. Leads conservation efforts and community engagement programs across developments.
Shaun Curry
Managing Partner
Manages day-to-day operations with 20+ years of land development expertise. Specializes in project coordination and client relations while maintaining adherence to quality standards across all properties and communities.
Robin Curry
Managing Partner
Handles financial operations and investment strategies with extensive land market knowledge. Focuses on maintaining competitive pricing while ensuring long-term value for property owners across multiple states.
Steven Curry
Managing Partner
Oversees marketing and client acquisition strategies with deep understanding of second-home buyer preferences. Develops promotional campaigns highlighting unique property features and community benefits.
Questions
What types of properties does Waterfront Group develop?
We specialize in mountain retreats, lakeside communities, and recreational land developments across North Carolina, West Virginia, Tennessee, and Oklahoma.
How does the land purchase process work?
Our in-house team handles all aspects from initial consultation to closing, including financing options, title work, and documentation review with your attorney.
Can I use retirement funds to buy property?
Yes, we facilitate purchases using self-directed IRAs and 401(k) plans with non-recourse financing options for qualified buyers.
What environmental protections are in place?
We partner with conservation experts to implement sustainable practices, including habitat preservation and low-impact development techniques in all communities.
Do you help landowners sell their properties?
Yes, we offer streamlined land acquisition services with minimal owner involvement, handling all marketing, due diligence, and closing requirements.
What community amenities are included?
Developments feature recreational facilities, maintained trails, utility infrastructure, and HOA governance to protect long-term property values.
