Golden Hill Farm
Storybook Horse Farm in Tryon, North Carolina
Golden Hill Farm is the quintessential white-fenced equestrian estate located on 18 rolling acres in the heart of Tryon’s Old Hunt Country. The classic home, completely renovated in 2007, features a commercial style kitchen, in-ground swimming pool, screened patio and rocking chair front porch. Equestrian facilities include two barns, dressage ring, and 7 fenced pastures with established grass and run-in sheds. Enjoy stunning mountain views and direct access to the FETA equestrian trail system. This eye-catching farm offers estate grandeur with full amenities in an idyllic setting.
The Residence | The traditional style home offers modern amenities with spacious rooms, a light and airy feel and ease of maintenance. Built in 1993, the residence offers over 3800 square feet on two levels with the master en suite on the main level. There are 3 additional bedrooms and 2 baths on the second level. Perched on a high knoll, the home boasts views across most of the property, providing both exquisite countryside vistas and the ability to monitor your horses’ well being.
Family Room |
The welcoming family room offers two fireplaces and cozy seating around the media center. The open flow to the kitchen, dining room and screened porch and pool area makes this a center point of the home.
Game Room & Bar | This delightful space, currently used as a game room with bar, could be used as a formal living room. Notice the tray ceiling and fireplace plus light and views from the large windows.
Kitchen | One of the highlights of the recent renovation, the kitchen offers an outstanding work space with commercial stainless steel appliances. No expense was spared in the cabinetry, flooring and design details. Notice the granite countertops, center isle work area, and eat-in space at the end of the island. Chefs will be delighted with the wine cooler, commercial ventilation, built-in microwave, Viking Dual Fuel/dual oven range, Sub Zero 48” built in ref/freezer, and ample cabinet storage and appliance garage. The room also features ceramic tile floors, ample storage, and walk-in pantry off the kitchen.
Dining Room |
The formal dining area adjoins the kitchen for ease and convenience. With hardwood floors, sunny windows, handsome moldings and a charming chandelier, this room is perfect for gathering family and friends together.
Master Bedroom | Spacious yet intimate, the master bedroom features views of the pool and the mountains beyond. Enjoy hardwood floors, large windows, walk-in closet and a convenient location on the main floor.
Master Bath | In the master bath you’ll find a charming claw foot garden tub, dual vessel vanity, separate water closet, and tile shower with glass door and multiple nozzle head arrangement.
Guest Suites | Located on the second floor, these three guest rooms are spacious and bright. One bedroom offers its own private bath while a Jack and Jill arrangement serves the other two bedrooms.
The Porch |
This screened back porch will quickly become your favorite spot in the house. Overlooking views of the pool and the mountains beyond, this space is ideal for entertaining family and guests.
The Pool | The in-ground swimming pool at the back of the house provides a private location for a cool summer dip or private sunbathing.
The Grounds | From its vantage point on a high knoll, Golden Hill Farm offers some of the best views of White Oak, Hog Back and Tryon peak in one direction and the Piedmont in the other. Golden Hill Farm and the other farms that surround this property are protected with covenants and easements to insure value, and lifestyle.
The Barns | Two separate barns feature 6 oversized
stalls. All stalls have mats, fans, individual lighting, sliding doors, blanket
hangers and plenty of airflow for summers as well as insulated for warmth in
our mild winters. Both barns have separate wash stalls, tack/feed rooms
and lofts.
Equestrian Facilities | The farm has 7 pastures that are fenced with 3 board wood fencing with the two larger pastures offer run-in sheds. There is a lighted riding ring with all weather footing. There are 3 additional outbuildings for hay, tractors storage, shavings or those many items that come with extensive horse care and riding. Golden Hill Farm offers direct access to the FETA trails from a gate on the property.
The Location |
Set in the Carolina foothills near the towns of Columbus, Tryon and Landrum, Golden Hill Farm offers proximity to shopping, dining and equestrian venues. Trail riders will enjoy direct access to the FETA equestrian trail system. The farm is less than 1 mile from FENCE and 15 minutes from the new proposed double A rated show grounds in Green Creek. The area supports two recognized fox hunts with Green Creek Hounds and Tryon Hounds. Nearby I-26 provides easy access to the larger cities of Spartanburg, South Carolina as well as Hendersonville and Asheville, North Carolina.

Summary of Features
The
Residence
- 2-story traditional style home
- Approximately 3800 square feet
- Master on main with ensuite bath
- 3 guest bedrooms and 2 baths on second level
- Oak hardwood floors on main level with tile in kitchen and baths
- Berber carpet in second level guest suites
- Formal dining room
- Personal office space
- Family gathering room/media center with fieldstone fireplace
- Entertainment or formal living room with fireplace
- Custom paint colors throughout
- Commercial style kitchen
- Commercial brand name appliances including Viking and Sub Zero
- Eat-in capabilities at center island
- Granite countertops
- Farm style sink
- Custom designed cabinets with ample storage
- Wine Cooler, 48” Sub Zero refrigerator/freezer (built in) commercial sized ventilation hood, Viking Dual Fuel 48” Range (double oven) Dishwasher, Microwave
- Large walk-in pantry off kitchen
- Large mud room with attached laundry center
- Double car attached oversized garage
- In-ground pool with large sun deck
- Screened patio
- Rocking chair front porch
Equestrian Facilities
- 16 acres with 7 separate pastures
- 2.25 miles of 3 board white painted fencing
- 2 run-in sheds
- 2 barns with 7 oversized stalls with separate wash, feed and tack rooms per barn with lofts
- 2 outbuildings for tractors, shavings storage, and workshop
- Dressage lighted riding ring with all-weather footing
- Direct access to the FETA equestrian trails
The Property
- 18.35 acres situated in Tryon’s “Old Hunt Country”
- Protected by covenants and surrounded by equestrian neighboring properties that incorporate similar or more stringent recorded covenants
- Only 5 minutes to Columbus NC; 10 minutes to Landrum SC ;and 12 minutes to Tryon NC
- Close proximity to shopping, dining, and equestrian needs
- Manicured and maintained exquisitely
- Estate grandeur, with idyllic curb appeal
- FETA trail crosses back of property
- 15 minutes by horseback to the Foothills Nature Equestrian Center (FENCE)
Price | Call for pricing
Contact | To arrange for a private showing, please
contact Sheelah Clarkson.
Email Sheelah
or call Sheelah at
Office:
828.694.1558
Cell Phone: 828.712.2232