Historic Cottage on #2

Pinehurst, Nc

RESIDENCE:

Nestled under a towering canopy of the area’s signature longleaf pines, the three-story yellow shingled cottage enjoys commanding views of the fairway from beautifully placed porches and a second floor balcony.  Casual elegance is the recurring theme throughout the impeccably remodeled cottage.  Exquisite taste, the finest materials and expert craftsmanship are evident throughout the charming residence.  Small spaces have been recombined to create an open floor plan with generously proportioned rooms that capture with elegance the cozy cottage atmosphere that compliments a sporting lifestyle.

Dogs nap in the sunshine and bridles hang by the Aga in the exceptionally appointed kitchen.  Simply the best new/old kitchen in Pinehurst with appointments that include absolute black granite counter tops, an AGA stove, Wolf gas range top with four burners and grill, two Bosch dishwashers, Grohe fixtures, Subzero glass front refrigerator, cherry hardwood floors and a custom built-in breakfront by Richard Coman.  The convenient laundry room, augmented by a separate washer/dryer unit in the master bath, has a Subzero stainless steel freezer and Whirlpool washer and dryer.  The breakfast area with bayed windows overlooks the golf course and could accommodate a large table seating for casual entertaining.  French doors open from the kitchen to outside patio and grill area. 

A spacious entry gallery with wormy, distressed mahogany floors, fireplace and antique columns makes a welcome statement to the 5,519 square foot residence with living space on three floors.  The generous living room features a wood-burning fireplace with custom-made mantel piece and limestone floors with dark marble insets.  In the European tradition, the shared dining area creates an elegant atmosphere for seated dinners with candles and firelight.  An airy family room wing off the living area offers a stunning golf course view and features terrazzo floors, Prairie style casement windows and a wet bar with brass sink and hardware. 

On the second floor a luxurious master bedroom enjoys another spectacular golf view with oversized windows the length of the room.  A separate sitting area with antique fireplace mantel creates a comfortable setting.  A whimsical window lined hallway leads to two separate rooms with limestone floors, granite sink in Korean chest for “him” and ocean boulder sink on wrought iron vine pedestal for “her.” Each vanity adjoins large walk-in closets with built-in drawers, shelves and shoe racks.  At the end of the hall a large walk-in marble shower with elaborate settings combines with a separate sauna for the ultimate luxury bath.