ONLINE AUCTION- J. P. King Auction Company- 800-558-5464 PRICE ABOVE DOES NOT REFLECT STARTING BID PRICE Bidding Opens- Aug 17th Bidding Closes- August 23rd Settled in one of Durhams most desirable neighborhoods, this estate is a lovely French Country home ideally situated on a pie-shaped lot that offers privacy and panoramic views of Little River Reservoir from every main room of the home. Located in the Treyburn neighborhood, voted -Best Neighborhood-in Durham in 2015, this magnificent home offers beautiful views, exquisite architecture, and a location and lifestyle that can’t be missed. A private, gated drive surrounded by shrubs and trees makes way to a gorgeous three-tiered, circular water fountain imported from Italy that welcomes you to the front of the home. Hand-crafted mahogany doors open into an elegant lofted foyer bathed in natural light from the abundance of windows, highlighting the beautiful wooden staircase, marble and gold-leafed columns, and a number of unique architectural details. Built in 2001, the finest architectural accoutrements and décor are featured throughout this unique 5 bd, 6 ba, 8,800 square foot home. 12 ft to 24 ft ceilings with 8 ft doors and custom, high end light fixtures are present throughout. The great room contains 24 ft ceilings and a beautiful log fireplace framed by hand-cut limestone, the perfect place to relax and enjoy the peaceful views. Nineteen-foot tiered bay windows showcase magnificent views of the lake and surrounding landscape. A den-pub area is another one-of-a-kind feature in this gem of a home. Custom built by a craftsman in Essex, England, from pieces of old libraries, schools, and churches, the pub provides an amazing and unique atmosphere for entertainment. The bar has built-in appliances including a refrigerator, ice maker, wine cooler, dishwasher, copper bar sink, and overhead lighting, providing everything you will need for social gatherings. The pub contains a unique fireplace surrounded with thirteen monk heads from a home in London. The spacious master suite offers access to the patio and outdoor spa. The master bath is an experience in and of itself with his and hers master baths with mirrored walls, separate marble vanities, his and hers bedroom-sized walk-in closets with built-in drawers and shelves. A Jacuzzi tub with marble and mosaic shelving and a walk-in shower provide the ultimate way to unwind after a long day. The cozy guest quarters are attached and feature a large, open plan great room and kitchen area with custom cabinetry with glass doors. These quarters are very private, with private entry provided from outside or through an inside entryway. The guest suite makes an excellent mother-in-law suite or private area for older children. Also, the entire main floor of the home is completely handicap accessible. The second floor features additional spacious bedrooms. A sound-proofed media room with Bose surround sound and theater lighting and a home gym with two mounted flat screens and special padded carpet for withstanding workout impact just add to the spectacular amenities this estate has to offer. A slate back patio runs the length of the home and is perfect for outdoor entertaining. Music speakers in the pub, kitchen open area, great room, master bath, master closet, foyer, and back patio are ideal for parties. A ten person, in-ground jet spa with two fountains is a perfect vantage point to enjoy the outdoor beauty. More Details, Property Information and Bidding tutorial available online at: www.jpking.com Call 800-558-5464 or email auctioninfo@jpking.com
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