579 Lexington Drive

One of the area's most beautiful properties, this southern estate sits on 10.97 acres in the private, covenant-protected development of Rock Springs just minutes from Greenville NC. As you enter the circular drive you are greeted by the stately columned front porch, second-floor balcony, and accessible ''widow's watch'' atop. The interior offers a unique combination of elegance and comfort and with 4 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths, a Formal Dining Room, a Family Room, Great room, a Library or music room, Kitchen, butler's pantry, office, bonus room, sunroom, screened porch, and breezeway. The sunroom opens onto a veranda with a gazebo overlooking manicured gardens, stables, and grounds. The 3 Bay garage has 2 additional rooms for projects and storage. Additional conveniences include a laundry room down and up (and a plumbed area in the garage). The manicured backyard is a garden enthusiast's paradise with pavers, large boxwoods, statue, and rose garden. The one-of-a-kind timber-frame barn was custom-built and designed by award-winning builder/designer, Clay Chapman. The barn has 4 stalls, tack room, washroom and loft storage but was built to easily convert for other purposes such as guest cottage, in-law quarters and/or pool house - the possibilities are boundless. A separate and discreet access drive leads to the stable and back of pastures. This home is in Rock Springs Phase IVA which allows for horses. Voluntary pool membership to Rock Springs pool is available. This listing consists of 2 parcels (53719 with 5.97 acres and 53720 with 5.0 acres). The seller has contract for 22 new replacement windows to be installed. If not done before closing payments will transfer to the new buyer for completion. Please note that the second-floor front bedroom does not have a closet.