Located on
the picturesque waters of the Albemarle Sound in northeastern NC, Edenton is
often referred to as “the prettiest little town in the South.” Smithsonian.com lists Edenton as one of the
20 best small towns to visit and Coastal Living Magazine has featured Edenton
as their Dream Town As the first
capital of colonial North Carolina, Edenton has a rich historical past with
well preserved architecture and many notable historic sites. Our town embodies
small town Southern charm at its best, with friendly people, charming homes,
and incredible scenery that combine to capture your soul. The Atlantic Ocean
and Outer Banks of North Carolina are approximately an hour away, and 3
airports are easily accessible (Norfolk, VA – 1.5 hrs, Greenville, NC - 1.25
hrs, and Raleigh, NC – 2.25 hrs.) Edenton offers a municipal airport with a
6,000’ runway.
There’s more than meets the eye at this custom-built brick
home A traditional street façade gives
way to a stunning open floor plan that takes full advantage of exceptional
views offered by the wide open waters of the Albemarle Sound. A welcoming foyer invites you into a
magnificent great room – featuring a custom-built cherry fireplace and entertainment
center, 14’ ceilings, and a wall of windows that extends into the kitchen. The great room is open to a formal dining
area, and a spacious eat-in kitchen – featuring cherry cabinets, granite
countertops, stainless appliances, ample storage, and copious amounts of
natural light. A porch off the kitchen is
a lovely dining area, and a perfect
place to enjoy waterfront breezes. An
office – separated from the great room by glass paneled pocket doors - boasts a
lovely arched window, handsome built-ins, beadboard wainscoting and plenty of
space for 2 work stations. The large
master bedroom features a tray ceiling with accent lighting, and access to a
private deck overlooking the Sound. The
master bath offers an oversized shower, Jacuzzi tub, and cherry cabinetry. A guest room and full bath are across the
hall. Behind the kitchen, a hallway
leads to a useful utility room – with exterior access for convenience when
coming inside from yard work or water play.
A finished room over the garage provides the house’s 3rd
bedroom, with access to a full bath at the base of the staircase. The 2 car garage is oversized, and the panel
inside has been hardwired to accept a generator. An outbuilding is currently used for lawn
equipment and storage, but could easily be workshop or studio space. A pier with a conversation area and steps
into the water is in place. The property
has been thoughtfully and beautifully landscaped, and the house impeccably
maintained. A real MUST SEE