1495 W Connecticut Avenue

Description

Enjoy ''Pride of Ownership'' of this one-of-a-kind historical estate overlooking the 15th fairway of the Donald Ross designed Mid Pines Golf Course in Southern Pines. Often described as having one of the ''best'' golf course views in The Sandhills, The Knollwood House was built in 1926 and lovingly cared for through the years. The elegance of this English Country Manor exists in concert with 2.06 acres of natural beauty. The sweeping back lawn overlooking the golf course is the perfect setting for entertaining or simply kicking back to enjoy life in The Sandhills. As soon as you turn into the driveway and make your way around the tree lined circle drive to the front of the home, you understand how breathtaking this unique property is.Residence features 5 spacious bedrooms on the second floor, all with private bath. Bedrooms facing the golf course have sleeping porches which can be enjoyed as a sitting room for your guests. Gourmet Kitchen, 3 fireplaces, hand-molded plaster ceilings & walls and the dramatic Formal Dining Room for Holiday gatherings you will cherish for years to come. Numerous historical architectural elements include original oak hardwood flooring, original slate roof, fluted glass doorknobs, vintage diamond patterned lead glass windows, and copper gutters. Home has maintained its original charm with French Doors, Butlers Pantry, & Cedar Closets. Upgrades include Bosch Dishwasher, Dacor 6 burner Natural Gas Range, Dacor Oven & Dacor Warming Oven, 22.2 cubic foot Frigidaire Gallery refrigerator, and Kohler Whole House Generator which is on an annual service contract and was last serviced July 2020. Fabulous 10' x 38' Garden Room with 5' x 7' Atrium and 19 ft ceiling features a wall of windows and brick laid flooring, expansive view of the sweeping lawn offering the perfect venue for entertaining friends and family. The 3 panel sliding door opens wide to spill onto the outdoor living space with a 22' x 16' deck for maximum enjoyment of this exceptional setting. Close in proximity to the main house is a charming 1 bedroom Guest Cottage with Living/Dining Room, Full Bath, Kitchen, Laundry Room and Foyer with Wet Bar. Guest Cottage serves as an income-producing property for the current owners. Natural Gas services the furnace/heaters, hot water heater in main house, clothes dryer and Dacor gas range. Love Golf? Looking for the perfect area to Board & Ride your Horse? Interested in Membership to a Country Club? The Knollwood House is close to everything you are looking for  call today for a tour of this spectacular property and let's talk about all the possibilities...