1495 W Connecticut Avenue, Southern Pines, NC 28387 (MLS# 203070)


$961,500
1495 W Connecticut Avenue
Southern Pines, NC 28387
MLS# 203070
Status: Closed
5 beds  |  6 baths  |  5212 sqft


The Knollwood Estate
Circa 1926
1495 W Connecticut Southern Pines, NC 28387
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The Knollwood Estate
Circa 1926
1495 W Connecticut Southern Pines, NC 28387 Alternating between use as a family estate and an elegant bed and breakfast, this English country manor boasts of many modern amenities while echoing the beauty of yesteryear Spacious 32’ x 24’ room is punctuated by 9’ ceilings and hand molded plaster ceilings and walls Vintage, Diamond pattern leaded glass windows flank the natural gas fireplace Long-lasting Maple tread staircase leads to the second floor Spacious area for Piano and seating arrangement 1495 W Connecticut Avenue, Southern Pines, NC 28387 The 16' x 21' Dining room, Appointed with a natural gas fireplace the room draws the memory of a Dicken's setting to the mind's eye, while the 9' ceiling provides the visual appeal well deserved for gatherings around the table Natural Gas fireplace Greek columns create symmetry and balance for a refined breakfast area French Doors grant entry to Garden Room and Atrium Convenient guest bath, adjacent to the breakfast seating area Garden Room Brick floors laid in a basketweave pattern lend to the appeal of the space; and also provides a suitable setting for indoor gardening The design feature of the 19' center ceiling provides visual appeal of the exceptionally expansive views of the spectacular Mid Pines golf course, transforming the golf vista into a living work of art reminiscent of the 1921 Donald Ross design The 22' x 16' Deck, Octagonal gazebo, and sweeping lawn, conducive to entertaining, provide unobstructed views of the majestic magnolia, long-needle pine trees, and established botanicals; as well as the Mid-Pines fairways View of the Mid-Pines fairways View of the Mid-Pines fairways Aerial View of the Mid-Pines fairways 1495 W Connecticut Avenue, Southern Pines, NC 28387 Gazebo 1495 W Connecticut Avenue, Southern Pines, NC 28387 1495 W Connecticut Avenue, Southern Pines, NC 28387 1495 W Connecticut Avenue, Southern Pines, NC 28387 Gourmet Kitchen layout with one Dacor 6 burner gas range
+ auxiliary Dacor electric oven + a Dacor warming drawer European design Bosch Dishwasher
Beautiful, yet durable quartzite counter tops with lots of linear space
Frigidaire Gallery series refrigerator, and for the seasoned chef, there is a secondary Arctic Air commercial refrigerator 7’ x 9’ Butler’s Pantry The slate look, wood laminate flooring carries over from the kitchen and butler pantry into the office and den for seamless appeal
Office area has a half bath 1495 W Connecticut Avenue, Southern Pines, NC 28387 1495 W Connecticut Avenue, Southern Pines, NC 28387 With a nod of being one of the original master suites, the distinctive attributes of this suite include an en-suite bathroom, cedar lined closet and a private sitting room/sleeping porch that looks out to the yard and rolling fairway views 1495 W Connecticut Avenue, Southern Pines, NC 28387 1495 W Connecticut Avenue, Southern Pines, NC 28387 1495 W Connecticut Avenue, Southern Pines, NC 28387 1495 W Connecticut Avenue, Southern Pines, NC 28387 With its intimate sitting room/sleeping porch, agreeable en-suite bathroom, and cedar lined closet the St Andrews is nearly a mirror image to the adjacent Gleneagles, and shares the equally awe inspiring views 1495 W Connecticut Avenue, Southern Pines, NC 28387 The wood buring fireplace within this suite evokes the scent and cozy warmth of crackling embers burning on a cold winters night. Located on a corner of the home with views of the front and side gardens, the delightful Prestwick accommodations and the adjoining en-suite adds to the appeal of the room 1495 W Connecticut Avenue, Southern Pines, NC 28387 Currently dressed in shades of powder blue, the Turnberry has an en-suite of equal admiration and is accessable from both the main stairway, as well as the rear stairway. 1495 W Connecticut Avenue, Southern Pines, NC 28387 1495 W Connecticut Avenue, Southern Pines, NC 28387 Lovingly renovated by the current residents, the Muirfield was, in times past, the servants quarters and has served as a private master wing A dressing hall that accommodates a vanity and two additional closets Dual closets, separated by a recessed wall, offers a framed setting for a purposeful piece of furniture; such as the armoire pictured below.
Tray ceiling for visual lift Dressing hall vanity En-suite features a basketweave Carrara marble tile with onyx inlay distinctively parallels the history of decorative art. Whether used as an income producing rental (current use), guest house or mother in law quarters, this separate 1 bedroom 1.5 bath cottage, historically the chauffeurs accommodations, borders the estate's circular drive and serves as a nostalgic reminder of yesteryear.

Property 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.

Details
Maps
Documents
Contract Info
Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Construction Type: Stick Built
Status: Closed
Delayed Marketing Date (DM): 2020-10-28
Auction: No
Listing Price: 975000
Current Price: $961,500
List Price/SqFt: 187.07
Sub Agent Comm $/%: %
Buyer Agent Comm: 2.5
Buyer Agent Comm $/%: %
Variable Comm: No
Location Information
Street #: 1495
Pre Direction: W
Street Name: Connecticut
Street Suffix: Avenue
County: Moore
State/Province: NC
Zip Code: 28387
Marketing City: Southern Pines
Subdivision: Southern Pines
Secondary Subdivision: None
Geo Lat: 35.190538
Geo Lon: -79.403539
Remarks and Showing
Directions to Property: From Midland Road, turn RIGHT on PENNSYLVANIATurn LEFT onto W. CONNECTICUT AVENUE First house on the left
Sign on Property: Yes
Property Exterior Info
New Construction: No
Lot Acres: 2.06
Lot Dimensions: 283x305x285x308
Waterfront: No
Property Interior Info
SqFt - Heated (Primary): 5212
Total SqFt - Heated (Primary + Separate): 5212
# Baths - Full: 5
# Baths - Half: 2
# Baths - Total: 6
# Bedrooms: 5
Legal & Taxes
Total City Real Estate Property Tax: 3564
Total Real Estate Property Taxes: 4554
Deed Book: 3171
Deed Page: 107
Legal: Lot 142, 143, 144
Broker Owner: No
PID: 00034989,00034990
Lot #: 142.143.144
Tax Year: 2019
Year Built: 1926
Zoning: RS-2
HOA: No
Status Change Info
Under Contract Date: 2021-03-06
Sold Price: $961,500
Sold Date: 2021-05-03
Garage & Parking
Detached Carport Spaces: 3
Property Features
Exterior Finish: Stucco
Foundation: Crawl Space
Fuel Tank: Gas
Patio and Porch Features: Deck
Roof: Slate
Stories/Levels: Two
Lot Features: On Golf Course; On Golf Course
Road Type/Frontage: Paved; Public (City/Cty/St)
Cooling: Central
Heating System Fuel Source: Natural Gas
Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities: Municipal Sewer; Municipal Water
Appliances/Equip: Dishwasher; Disposal; Generator; Microwave - Built-In
Flooring: Brick; Carpet; Tile; Wood
Interior Features: Apt/Suite; Basement; Pantry; Security System; Smoke Detectors
Heated SqFt: 5000 - 5499
Dining Room Type: Formal
Other Structures: Workshop
HOA and Neigh Amenities: Termite Bond
Supplements
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...
Room Information
Room Name Length Width Level
Dining Room32.0016.00Main
Kitchen18.0014.00Main
Bedroom 416.0014.00Upper
Bedroom 516.0014.00Upper
Living Room32.0024.00Main
Bedroom 217.0012.00Upper
Bedroom 317.0012.00Upper
Master Bedroom17.0016.00Upper

Listing Office: MLV Properties

Last Updated: December - 14 - 2021

1495 W Connecticut Avenue, Southern Pines, NC 28387 - MLS# 203070
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