The desire to create a classic home with the finest quality materials has been achieved with this New Englandinspired masterpiece. The discerning buyer will recognize the difference between quality vs. quantity with the exquisite details in this stately home! The home was designed by a noted architect and does not come from a plan or builder book preserving it's uniqueness. The decorative brackets, corbels and columns enhance the exterior appeal. The 9 outdoor spaces allow you to enjoy the serenity of the 4.3 acre lot. The porches, patios, courtyard, screened porch and balconies are made for entertaining in grand style or simply relaxing. The incredible macadam and Belgian block driveway cost $70,000 alone. The exterior landscape lighting was an additional $20,000. No expense was spared in the construction of this home. The owner chose copper gutters, true divided light windows, blue stone for the patios and sidewalk, 2 masonry fireplaces and 2 gas log fireplaces as well as hardwood floors upstairs and down. The ceilings on the 1st floor are 10 feet and there are solid wood doors throughout the home. The stunning marble foyer sets the tone for elegance. The dramatic two story library with ample shelving is a showstopper. The formal living room is picture perfect w/ an intricately detailed coffer ceiling. There is a large screened in porch with a wet bar off of the living room. The spacious family room is beautifully framed with arched cased openings and is open to the kitchen. The fireplace has a mosaic design done by a Charlotteartist. No cook could resist this gourmet kitchen with top of the line appliances. The wolf 6 burner gas cook top has a hand hammered professional hood that makes a great focal point. The sub zero paneled refrigerator/freezer, wine cooler, ice maker, Miehle dishwasher additional oven and microwave ensure ease of entertaining. There are charming cut outs in the mill work, a beautiful triple fan light window overlooking the grounds and two large sinks. The stunning island has a granite top and cookbook cubbies. There are also custom file drawers, a walk in pantry and a built in wine rack. The formal dining room can easily accommodate a crowd. Beautifully appointed it has a large bay window and French doors which lead to the patio/courtyard. One of the most charming features in the side hall are the 2 Dutch doors from days gone by! The quintessential southern back porch overlooks the backyard and is quite large. There will be many enjoyable evenings spent here. The second floor has 2 master suites. The 1st master has a large balcony accessed by French doors overlooking the side yard. There is a wonderful master bath with a separate air jet tub, a steam shower and his and hers walk in closets. This master has access to the upper part of the library. The second master suite has a large walk in closet, a spacious bath with an air jet tub, large shower and accesses the balcony which overlooks the front yard. The remaining 2 bedrooms have a buddy bath and walk in closets. There is also a cedar closet in the hall. The basement has a wine cellar and tasting room, a kitchen with hook ups for a refrigerator and stove, a work out room, an office and a lovely recreation area with a masonry fireplace that leads onto the stunning brick patio with hot tub. The separate guest quarters can function as an in-law suite or for an au pair. The 3 car garage has ample storage as does the large unfinished walk up attic.
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