Actonbriar: Hendersonville Luxury Estate
5.65-Acre Estate in Hendersonville, North Carolina
Possible Owner Financing
Actonbriar is a gracious 5.65-acre private estate located at the southern edge of Hendersonville, North Carolina, near the Village of Flat Rock. The updated 1940’s manor home offers numerous elegant features including heavy crown moldings, hardwood floors, high ceilings, and spacious rooms. Five bedrooms and seven baths provide plenty of space for family and guests. The estate boasts easy access to I-26 and U.S. 25 as well as proximity to local shopping and dining. With a prime location on Greenville Highway and no deed restrictions, the property also offers commercial potential.
The Residence |
This iconic home, built in 1941, offers a stately setting and contemporary
conveniences. The residence features Colonial architecture and 7,000
square feet of living space with five bedrooms and seven baths. Historic
features include high ceilings, heavy crown moldings, original wainscot and
detailed woodwork. The property also includes a triple garage, brick
patio with gas grill and charming studio outbuilding.
Foyer | The dignified foyer features a crystal chandelier,
hardwood floors and handsome wainscot.
Sitting Room |
The formal sitting room is a distinguished space offering views across the
estate grounds. In this room, you’ll find a gas fireplace, hardwood
floors and built-in display shelves with a custom shell motif. Adjoining this room is a private room ideal for office space.
Kitchen |
Enjoy the spacious kitchen with its bright and cheery ambiance. Appliances
include a KitchenAid dishwasher, stove and double ovens, white cabinets and
tile countertops. The room includes a large center island with bar seating. Just
off the kitchen, there’s a laundry room with washtub and built-in
sewing station.
Breakfast Room |
Adjacent to the kitchen, the breakfast nook provides beautiful views and direct
outdoor access through the French doors.
Dining |
Entertain your guests in this handsome formal dining room. Notice the
antique chandelier, attractive wainscot, hardwood floors, French doors leading
to the kitchen, and magnificent views across the estate grounds.
Family Room | Spend some time relaxing in this cozy space. The room includes a brick fireplace, recessed lighting and built-in cherry cabinets featuring a media center with surround sound. The family room is open to the kitchen, making it perfect for informal gatherings with close friends and family.
Master Bedroom | A graceful arched doorway leads
from the sitting room to the master bedroom. This spacious room features
a tray ceiling and large windows with private views.
Master Bath |
In the master bath you’ll find double vanities, Jacuzzi tub, separate
shower with bench, large walk-in closet with built-in shelving.
Lower Level | Here’s the ideal spot for a home
office, media room or workout room. Notice the hardwood floors and windows.
Guest Suite |
A convenient pocket door leads from the house to the guest suite located above
the three-car garage. This space is a large open room with wet
bar, skylight, full bath, large walk-in closet and washer/dryer connections.
Estate Grounds | Actonbriar features 5.65 acres open
lawns, mature landscaping and distant mountain views. The ivy lined driveway
boasts brick columns and tall shade trees. Mature plantings surround the
house. A quaint studio outbuilding is located in the backyard, only steps
from the main residence.
Summary of Features
The Residence
The Residence
- Historic manor home constructed in 1941
- Colonial architectural style
- 5 bedrooms; 5 baths; 2 half baths
- Approximately 7,000 square feet of living space
- Attached 3-car garage
- Large brick patio with gas grill and mountain views
- Rocking chair front porch with mountain views
- 2 septic systems
- New roof in 2007
- Security system; motion lights
- 3 HVAC systems
- Central vac
- Original fireplaces, hardwood floors, wainscot, and heavy crown molding
- Cherry front door with leaded glass
- Foyer with crystal chandelier and wainscot
- Formal sitting room with fireplace and built-in display shelves
- Large, bright kitchen with center island, bar seating and updated appliances
- Breakfast nook with views over the estate grounds
- Family room featuring built-in cherry cabinets and television center with surround sound
- Formal dining room with antique chandelier and views across the estate grounds
- 4 large guest rooms on the second level
- Private guest suite with full bath and wet bar above the garage, accessed from the house
- 5.65 acres with private estate ambiance
- Private shady drive with brick columns
- Mature landscaping
- Open lawns with mountain views
- Studio outbuilding
- Level to rolling acreage
- Convenient setting on Greenville Highway
- 3 minutes to downtown Hendersonville
- 3 minutes to downtown Flat Rock
- 5 minutes to I-26
- 15 minutes to the Asheville Regional Airport
- 25 minutes to downtown Asheville
- Ideal location with commercial potential
MLS | WNC Regional MLS#423732
Price | Offered at $1,950,000 Possible owner financing
Contact | To arrange for a private showing, please
contact Sheelah Clarkson.
