Viewing Listing MLS# 16026841

A modern, luxurious home located on a private, wooded one-acre lot in the exclusive gated community of Beresford Hall. The main home consists of 6622 sq.ft., 5 bedrooms, 5 full & 2 half baths and has an attached 1428 sq.ft.,2 bedroom, 1 bath carriage house. Originally built as a commercial builder's personal home, far surpassing the typical standards for residential construction. Inside and out, it is optimally designed for everyday living & entertaining with all functional, usable space. Stunning architectural details, quality craftsmanship & high-end features can be found throughout the home. Upon entering through the mahogany front door, you will notice the curved grand staircase, American walnut flooring and detailed molding. Off the foyer is a bright study with French doors. (more)To the left is the elegant formal dining room with wainscoting & double tray ceiling. The adjacent butler's pantry offers a convenient wet bar with icemaker and wine cooler. The grandiose, well-appointed eat-in kitchen has lots of natural light, an amazing amount of counter space and custom cabinetry, a massive center island topped with African hardwood has seating for 4, as well as space for a large dining table plus a sitting area. It is a chef's dream with Sub-zero refrigerator, Wolf gas range, Wolf double wall ovens, Marvel refrigerator drawers, Wolf warming drawer and pot-filler. The open family room has a stunning 22 ft. coffered ceiling with two sets of French doors on either side of a wood or gas burning fireplace which lead onto the screened porch. The master suite is on the main floor with French doors that open onto a back patio overlooking the private yard. The ensuite bath boasts a giant tiled shower, double vanities and private water closet. Also on the first floor is a private office or craft room, large laundry room, powder room and walk-in pantry. On the second floor you will find four oversized bedrooms, all with ensuite baths, and 3 of which have French doors which open onto balconies. A separate staircase to the third floor takes you to a fully-equipped home theatre room with six leather recliners, surround sound, half bath and additional attached bonus room. The private, wooded backyard is draped with majestic oaks that frame the private retreat which includes the gorgeous Gunite pool, outdoor kitchen with African Teak cabinetry, full bathroom and large patio. This home was built far superior than typical residential construction. Home is built on a reinforced concrete slab, not a crawlspace. Chimney is reinforced beyond code to support the 21 ft high walls in family room. Masonry includes the use of Old Carolina handmade solid brick. All exterior and interior walls are framed with 2x6 studs. All interior woodwork trim was installed after home was climate controlled. Interior doors on 1st and 2nd floors all 8ft solid wood, Rocky Mountain and Baldwin oil rubbed bronze door hardware, JeldWen-Norco weatheshield aluminum clad windows/doors. Closed cell spray foam insulation in attic.Other features include thermostat controls in every bedroom and main living areas, 5 HVAC units, 5 tankless water heaters, 3-car garage, sea shell embedded in concrete driveway, double front porches, 85"" projection screen and Epson projection in home theatre, CAT-5 and cable TV wiring throughout, Lutron light switches and receptacles, Guardian 20KW natural gas generator with automatic transfer switch. This exclusive neighborhood's amenities include a zero-entry pool, clubhouse with kitchen, two play grounds, four parks, 8 miles of sidewalks and nature trails, community deep water boat dock & ramp and gated entrance. Call today to schedule your private tour!