This is a Palatial Waterfront Estate with Historical Significance. This sale consists of 3 contiguous, yet separate, parcels: A) The Main House B) The Guest House and C) A 20,500 sq ft bulkheaded soundfront lot. The original house was built in 1938 and has since gone through numerous updates and re-configurations. These changes were a collaborative effort between famed local architect John Wilson and noted Manteo craftsman Calvin Gibbs. Throughout the home you will first notice the detailed woodworking as well as the other high quality finishes. The kitchen features ten foot ceilings, an L shaped granite island with gas range, dual wall oven, 3 zone wine chiller and an enormous amount of cabinet space. This flows directly into a comfortable living area with built-in bookshelves and fireplace (one of 5 fireplaces throughout the home). An adjacent breakfast nook offers views of the patio featuring a Koi pond and waterfall. The formal dining area has magnificent water views and a nearby wetbar with ice machine. The flow between rooms was designed with entertaining in mind. From the foyer you will find another separate, sunken living room/study. On the opposite end of this level is a heated Florida Room overlooking the gardens and the sound. The master bedroom was strategically positioned to take advantage of the water views. From your bed you can look straight across the sound at Jockey's Ridge! There is yet another fireplace (2 sided) separating this bedroom with the adjoining master bath. This spacious bath has elegance fit for a queen with the jetted tub and glass block shower. There are 3 other large bedrooms on this level, some with 18 foot ceilings. Closet space is abundant throughout the home and each closet door features auto light switches. Other notable features include: high elevations (X Flood Zone), mud room, central vacuum, custom plantation shutters, numerous pocket doors, a basement, Andersen windows, finished attic, water softener, digital thermostats, skylights (that have never leaked), 12" base molding, intricate crown molding, glass door knobs, built in seats w/ storage, awning windows and cable wired in every room. Every facet of this home is truly amazing. It may best be described as the perfect marriage of historical craftsmanship and modern appointments. Even the heating and air is amazing with 4 zones of heat pumps, 2 of which have gas packs for those harsh winters. The architectural design incorporated water views from every room in the home. The outside grounds feature numerous patios and verandas; all surrounded by lush, mature landscaping. The entire tract is so private you would think you were on your own island! There is detached garage that has a one room studio apartment above and fitness room below that includes a 5 person sauna. In the rear of the property there is a separate guest house. This house was originally connected to the main house and was moved to its current location during the re-configuration of 1994. This is a separate lot and has its own dedicated driveway. Towards the front of the main house is a separate 20,500 sq ft soundfront lot overlooking the sound. There is a private pier with boat lift, power, water, breakwater fingers, sandy beach and perhaps the greatest water views in all the Outer Banks! This opportunity is a chance of a lifetime for someone desiring the best that the North Carolina coast has to offer. For full Photo Array go to: http://smu.gs/1yWhvpF Showings by appointment to pre-qualified buyers only.
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