Summerwind Farm
16-Acre Equestrian Estate near Asheville, North Carolina
Summerwind Farm is an elegant equestrian estate situated on 16+ rolling acres just 20 minutes from downtown Asheville. Set against a backdrop of beautiful countryside and breathtaking mountain views, this stunning home is accented by random-width walnut flooring, three fireplaces, and walls of glass. The residence boasts a commercial style kitchen, lower level guest suite, exercise room and expansive outdoor living spaces. Equestrian facilities include a Morton barn with guest apartment, run-in shed and four fenced pastures. This picturesque country setting offers estate grandeur with full amenities for luxury living.
The Residence | Quality, creativity and attention to detail are the hallmarks of Summerwind Farm. Built in 2000, this elegant 4-bedroom, 3-bath residence was designed by noted Asheville architect
John Legerton, AIA. Offering over 5300 square feet, top quality materials of wood, granite and limestone have been meticulously chosen. Vaulted ceilings and gabled walls of glass capture the dramatic view showcasing five layers of majestic mountain ranges and beautiful countryside vistas. The main level is totally handicap accessible and, if needed, space for a future elevator has already been provided to access the lower level.
Great Room | The main living area with handcrafted built-ins, random-width walnut floors, gas fireplace and antique mantle boasts soaring 18-foot ceilings with stunning views of distant mountains and grazing horses at neighboring farms.
Kitchen | This well thought out gourmet kitchen is a cook’s dream. It boasts top quality finishes of hand rubbed maple cabinets, hardwood floors and granite countertops plus a walk-in pantry and breakfast nook. Commercial grade appliances include Dacor double ovens, six-burner gas cooktop with griddle, wok and simmer inserts, a Sub-Zero refrigerator and Bosch stainless dishwasher. A laundry room located just off kitchen boasts a pet shower, pet door to side yard and additional storage.
Dining | An open floor plan encourages gracious entertaining from this lovely formal dining room with its custom arched entry, antique sconces, crown molding and large bow window.
Master Suite | Enter the master suite and feel like you have stepped into a peaceful haven. With the push of a button, the gas fireplace blazes to life surrounded by inspiring mountain views. Or access the deck through sliding glass doors and relax under the stars in the privacy of your own hot tub.
Master Bath | An elegant master bath allows you to totally pamper yourself. The Jacuzzi tub, a generous double headed shower, double vanity, and flat screen TV access encourages lingering to enjoy the view outside the bay window and the natural limestone at your feet.
Office / Bedroom | Two main level office studies with built-in workstations, bookcases and large windows may also comfortably serve as additional bedrooms.
Lower Level | Downstairs is perfect for relaxing, playing, entertaining, staying fit, or housing your guests. The large family room looks out at massive stone pillars framing the mountain views. Features include a stone wood-burning fireplace, wet bar with built-in wine rack and a gaming area with pool table. The nearby mirrored exercise room includes space for hobbies and crafts. And you’ll find a large additional bonus room ideal for creating that home theatre or wine cellar you’ve been wanting. Also, for the comfort of your guests or as an in-law suite, the lower level guest bedroom is open and spacious with mountain views and a full bath.
Outdoor Living Spaces | Entertain your guests year-round from this 900+ square foot deck covered by a striking suspended A-frame with tongue and groove ceiling. Designed to maximize the view and capture spectacular sunsets, the deck is complete with roll down outdoor shades, low-maintenance composite decking, gas grill hookup, exterior speakers and a hot tub. This inviting space is accessible from the living room, breakfast nook and master bedroom.
The Property | Summerwind Farm encompasses 16+ manicured acres and offers exquisite sunset views of five layers of mountain ranges. Throughout the season you will be delighted to watch the succession of leaves, buds and flowers unfurl from a variety of perennial plantings and ornamental and native trees. For ease of maintenance, water hydrants and soaker hoses are in place for irrigation.
Equestrian Facilities | Equestrians will appreciate having this exquisite 5-stall Morton barn with its own private guest apartment. An enclosed paddock area allows you to safely turn out your horses into four separate pastures with automatic waterers and “Safe Fence” Braided Electrical System. A 30 x 20 pole barn provides hay storage for 400+ square bales with run-in area below divided by a double gate. The wide, circular drive provides easy access and there’s plenty of parking space for horse trailers or vans. Horsemen can enjoy a variety of local equestrian venues. The greater Asheville area boasts several equestrian trail systems including riding trails at the
Biltmore Estate,
DuPont State Forest and
Pisgah National Forest. The
WNC Agricultural Center, located just off of I-26, offers year round horse shows and horsemanship clinics.
The Location | Take advantage of this rare opportunity to live in the spirit of the Blue Ridge Mountains on this idyllic equestrian estate located just 20 minutes from the historic
Biltmore Estate and the cultural and eclectic atmosphere of downtown Asheville. Enjoy easy proximity to shopping, hospitals and the
Asheville Regional Airport.
Summary of Features
The Residence
- Built in 2000
- 4 bedrooms; 3 full baths
- Over 5300 square feet of living space
- Exterior: Tennessee field stone & stucco
- Tongue & groove wood ceilings over deck and front entry porch
- Pella Insulated Double Paned Windows and Doors
- 66x14 deck with A-frame suspended roof; composite decking; roll down outdoor shades; gas grill hookup; exterior speakers; hot tub
- 2 HVAC units zoned; electrostatic air filters and a humidifier for the upper level system
- 2 hot water heaters
- Central vacuum
- Alarm system
- Cat. 5 wiring throughout
- Private well
- Septic
- Large 2 ½ car garage with workbench, storage and solid Cedar Carriage House Doors newly installed in 9/08
- Architect: John Legerton, AIA
The Interiors
- Dramatic great room with 18-foot vaulted ceilings; random-width walnut flooring; gas fireplace with antique mantle; built-ins; Bose speakers/surround sound
- Formal dining room with antique sconces and custom window treatments
- Front office off foyer; custom workstation with built-in files
- Open kitchen w/breakfast nook; granite countertops; walk-in pantry; commercial grade appliances; Plato custom cabinetry; small appliance garage for blender/coffee maker/Cuisinart food processor/ mixer
- Laundry room located between garage and kitchen; includes pet shower; pet door to side yard; and plenty of storage space
- Master suite on the main level with remote start/stop gas fireplace; carpet; extra-wide sliding glass doors overlooking mountain views; hot tub on deck; custom designed fully organized walk-in closet
- Master bath with Jacuzzi whirlpool in bay window; double vanities; double headed shower with seat; limestone floor
- Office/bedroom; built-in workstation and bookcase; custom wood blinds; mountain views
- Lower level; 2400 square feet; 9-foot ceilings; windows/sliding glass doors across entire back of house facing massive stone pillars and covered patio
- Huge family room on the lower level featuring stone wood-burning fireplace with 150 year old mantle made of hand-hewn Locust wood; Sisal carpet wet bar with built-in wine rack, cherry cabinets
- Lower level guest suite/in-law apartment; Sisal carpet; full bath; mountain view
- Lower level bonus room ideal for home theatre or wine cellar
- Additional 19x16 (unfinished) storage room with floor to ceiling shelving
Equestrian Facilities
- 48x36 Morton Barn; 5-stalls (includes 1 double foaling stall); wash rack; automatic waterers; 5 variable speed fans
- Maytag washer/dryer
- Guest apartment with wood paneling throughout; living room/office, eat-in kitchen, TV connection, bath with shower, propane wall-heaters; porch & patio
- Separate septic system
- Easy access for trailers and vans
- Run-in shed with overhead hay storage for 400+ bales
The Property
- 16.79 gently rolling acres; established pasture; small marsh pond
- Spectacular mountain views
- Professional landscaping; perennial plantings, ornamental and native trees
The Location
- 20 minutes to Asheville
- 45 minutes Asheville Regional Airport
Price | Offered at $1,695,000
Contact | To schedule a private showing, please contact D’Ann Ford or Debra Carton
Email D'Ann
or
call D'Ann at
Office: 828.694.1558
Cell: 828.774.0288
Email Debra
or
call Debra at
Office: 828.694.1558
Cell: 828.817.0838