THIS ONE IS A "MUST SEE!" A "one of a kind" twenty-six acre gated estate featuring an English cottage, five-acre stocked pond with fountain, heated Pebble Tec swimming pool with hot tub and tanning ledge, outdoor kitchen/pavilion pool house with outdoor fireplace and half bath, in addition to an oversized stone fire pit with seating, and more! The grounds are meticulously and professionally maintained each week - always a show piece -- and there are two wells servicing the expansive sprinkler system! Three septic tanks. Property is almost entirely surrounded by huge, full-grown trees to provide complete sense of privacy! Lush shrubberies, stone walkways, wooden bridge, muscadine and scuppernong vines, only to name a few of the distinguished features of this amazing, property! (Two parcels in tax records; will not sell separately.) (097-01009006 - 5 acres; 097-01009061-21.05) Seldom does one see a property of this size where practically every bit has been so perfectly laid out. Sense the feel of a true retreat. There's approximately 11 acres of manicured pasture bordering the long driveway to the cottage - just perfect for horses or for the children, grandchildren, and friends to enjoy a pick-up game of soccer. or just use your imagination for a moment and imagine the excitement of guests and family enjoying whatever activity you've planned for their entertainment. Nothing in the surrounding area is comparable to this delightful family compound. A BONUS IS THAT THIS PROPERTY IS ALSO SUITABLE FOR SMALL AIRCRAFT LANDING, BUT HAS NOT BEEN PERMITTED AS SUCH. JUST PERFECT FOR THAT PILOT WHO DOESN'T WANT TO BE IN A FLY-IN COMMUNITY, BUT STILL WANTS HIS AIRCRAFT RIGHT AT HIS FINGERTIPS! Sellers contracted with one of the finest builders in the area to completely and totally renovate the 3600 square foot cottage - including all plumbing, electrical, drywall, flooring, appliances, true hardwood floors, roof system, etc., etc. - and, when you tour this property, you will quickly see for yourself. As you walk into the house from the front door, your attention Is immediately drawn to the open floor plan featuring an inviting family/dining area with stone fireplace for casual entertaining and a kitchen with quartz countertops, stainless appliances, and a huge chef's island! There's also a master on main w/gorgeous master bath, laundry room, and powder room. Also on the main, and somewhat removed from the primary living/entertaining area, is a spacious "den" that is multi-purpose - can be used for an office/study, TV room, etc. The den also has an inviting fireplace. Your view from the cottage is more panoramic - the sunsets are amazing, and the serenity and tranquility are beyond description. In fact, from every room on the main floor, one can enjoy the beauty of the outdoors .. lots of windows! AND, there are two decks - a private porch off the master bedroom and a deck off the family room and kitchen! With two secondary bedrooms upstairs - one of which has a private bath and the other bedroom has a hall bath and a flex room that can be used as an added bedroom or a private study - this area is truly laid out for maximum functionality. Lots of closets and storage space throughout. Also located on the property (and in addition to the cottage's two-car garage just off the kitchen) is a detached two-car carriage house w/half bath ... oh, and there's also a stand-alone shop just perfect for storing your lawn equipment and/or toys! Just minutes from I-75, both private and public schools, shopping, golf courses, and more, so if you really are tired of the "rat race", want and need the privacy that this amazing property provides, but yet it gives you all the amenities one could possibly want, this is where you should call home! Every day will be an experience - and family and guests will enjoy it just as much as you do! MUST HAVE PRE-QUAL TO SHOW.
