109 N Rhett Street, Southport, NC 28461
Description
Supplements: 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.