747 Mcconnell Rd, Scaly Mountain, NC 28775
- $7,462,000
- 5
- BD
- 9
- BA
- Sold Price
- $7,462,000
- List Price
- $8,700,000
- Status
- CLOSED
- MLS#
- 102666
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 9
- Full Baths
- 8
- Half Baths
- 1
- Parcel Size
- 36.76
- Style
- Craftsman, Traditional
- Year Built
- 2000
- Days on Market
- 489
Property Description
This magnificent shingle and stone country estate in the mountains of Western North Carolina is conveniently located just 2 hours from Atlanta and 9 miles from the charming town of Highlands, NC. Designed by Tim Greene, this home gracefully nestles among 37 acres of old hardwoods at an elevation of 3,750'. This rural setting offers pastoral and long range m ountain views for seclusion and privacy within minutes from shopping and gourmet dining. Enjoy your coffee on the breakfast porch welcoming the rising sun and cocktails on the patio capture exquisite afternoon sunsets. Each setting allows enjoyment of the beautiful gardens thoughtfully designed by Alex Smith Garden Design to enhance the boulder outcroppings and stone walls. There is 1 1/2 stocked pond for fishing, canoeing, swimming or just relaxing on the dock. The home has 5 bedrooms plus on bonus room, each with ensuite bathrooms. The master suite on the main level has his/hers dressing rooms and baths. Upstairs are 3 guest bedrooms and a second upstairs boasts a large recreation room, a bunk room and an additional bedroom, each with its own bath. These spaces are ideal for an office, workout area, or just overflow for guests and grandchildren. The large kitchen and adjoining butlers bantry/office are equipped with top of line appliances for entertaining for a few or a crowd. A large screened porch and adjoining patio are ideal for expanding dining and entertaining space. There are 5 wood burning fireplaces for the cool mountain evenings. Pegged oak floors throughout, handhewn antique beams and custom finishes add to the timeless charm and cottage appeal. The decor and details which adorn the interiors were orchestrated by nationally recognized Charleston designer, Amelia Handegan. An attached two car garage has built in cabinets for your storage needs. An equipment "barn" sits tucked among large rhododendrons, boxwoods and hydrangeas which adorn the property. This is truly and exceptional property!
Additional Information
- County
- Macon
- Area
- Scaly Mtn
- Acreage Features
- Partially Cleared, Pond(s), Rock Outcropping, Subdivided, Wooded
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Electric Oven, Disposal, Ice Maker, Microwave, Propane Cooktop, Range, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Warming Drawer, Washer
- Exterior Finish
- Stone, Wood Siding
- Basement Description
- Crawl Space, Dirt Floor
- Sewer/Septic
- Septic Tank
- Interior Features
- Bar-Wet, Ceiling Fans, Formal Dining, Eat-In Kitchen, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s), Instant Hot Water
- Exterior Features
- Breezeway, Satellite Dish
- Fireplace Description
- Den, Gas Starter, Masonry, Master Bedroom, Outside, Wood Burning
- Flooring
- Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Heating
- Central, Natural Gas, Zoned
- Cooling
- Central Air, Electric, Zoned
- Roof
- Shingle
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Listing courtesy of Christie's International Real Estate Highlands-Cashiers. 8284825022
Selling Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty.