UNPRECEDENTED OPPORTUNITY FOR .45 AC PRIVATE RESIDENTIAL ESTATE/FAMILY COMPOUND ON LOTS 52 & 53 OF THE ORIGINAL 100 LOTS in the 1792 PLAN FOR SMITHVILLE/HISTORIC SOUTHPORT
This spacious and meticulously maintained property is situated in a cluster of live oaks trees, offering the utmost in privacy while being just steps from the Cape Fear waterfront and downtown Southport's charming shops and restaurants. The well appointed 2593 SF Craftsman Cottage style home was built by Phil Arroyas in 2006 and offers 3 bedrooms, two with ensuite baths. The exterior features hardiplank and cedar shakes, distinctive window groupings with metal overhangs and massive corbels and a metal roof crowned by a whimsical dragon weathervane. The interior features an open floor plan with a dramatic exposed rafter ceiling, gorgeous birch hardwood flooring, cottage trim and built-ins, and gas fireplace. The kitchen has soapstone countertops, stainless steel Jenn Air appliances, and a stunning butcher block center island. A four season sunroom offers a generous dining area and additional gathering space. The first floor master includes both a walk in steam shower and claw foot soaking tub. This home features two by six wall construction, encapsulated/conditioned crawl space, energy efficient spray foam insulation, on demand gas hot water and ample storage. Out buildings include a 1 car garage/gym with 364 ft2 heated second floor office/studio w/half bath plus an additional 1059 ft2 2 car garage/shop with work benches, half bath, and outdoor shower. A spacious covered porch, stone patio and fire pit allow for gracious socially distanced entertaining. Access to this remarkable property is via both Nash and Rhett streets. This property offers unsurpassed privacy with possibilities for multi generational living/remote working/ socially distanced entertaining. Adjacent properties include two of Historic Southport's most iconic landmarks, the old Jail and the bucolic Smithville Burying Groun UNPRECEDENTED OPPORTUNITY FOR PRIVATE ESTATE /FAMILY COMPOUND IN THE HEART OF HISTORIC SOUTHPORT ON LOTS 52 AND 53 OF THE ORIGINAL 100 LOTS IN THE 1792 PLAN OF SOUTHPORT/SMITHVILLE

This spacious .45 acre meticulously maintained residential compound is situated in a secluded cloister of ancient live oak trees and offers the utmost in privacy while being just steps away from the heart of Historic Southport's waterfront, restaurants. shops and galleries. The well appointed 2052 square foot Craftsman Cottage style home was designed and built by Phil Arroyas in 2006 and includes generous front and side porches for rocking the day away while taking taking in those sweet Carolina breezes.

This beautiful home's interior features an open floor plan with a dramatic exposed rafter ceiling, gorgeous birch hardwood flooring, and substantial cottage trim and built-ins. The cozy living area centers around a gas fireplace with Craftsman mantle and built in shelving. Adjoining the living area is the kitchen which showcases a large center island with soap stone countertops and stainless steel GE appliances including a gas range. Adjoining the kitchen is a spacious four season sunroom with a generous dining area and additional gathering space.

The first floor master bedroom features a walk in closet and bath with both walk in tiled shower with sauna and claw foot soaking tub. A second bedroom is located on the first floor but could also serve as the perfect office/den. The third bedroom with ensuite bath and charming window seat located on the second floor provides privacy for guests.

This home features two by six exterior wall construction, encapsulated/conditioned crawl space, energy efficient spray foam insulation, expansive under the eaves storage, and on demand gas hot water.

The exterior of this distinctive Craftsman Cottage style residence features a hardiplank and cedar shake exterior, distinctive window groupings with metal overhangs, and a metal roof crowned by a whimsical dragon weather vane.

Outbuildings include both an oversized two car garage (with upper level expansion opportunities) and a separate single car garage with 600 square feet of second story conditioned space perfect for use as a remote office or artist's studio. An expansive outdoor courtyard features a stone fire pit perfect outdoor socially distanced entertaining. Additional amenities include an outdoor shower, several covered shed roof storage areas, and space for boat or recreational vehicle storage.


One or both garages might potentially be permitted as accessory dwelling structures through the City of Southport and as such could potentially serve as additional space for guests or family.

This .45 acre compound is just steps away from the Cape Fear River and the charms of Historic downtown Southport. Adjacent and nearby properties include two of Southport's most distinctive historic landmarks including the Smithville Burying Ground, the final resting place for Southport's governors, river pilots and fishermen since the 1700's, and the charming red brick old Jail, built in 1904. There is dual access to the property via both Nash and Rhett streets.