Come home to a gracious country lifestyle in the historic Tryon hunting country. If you enjoy privacy and exceptional solitude in a natural setting with dramatic mountain views, you'll be captivated by this very distinctive 3BD/3BA home on 13 acres in the heart of Carolina horse country. Direct access to the FETA equestrian trail system and a lovely hilltop meadow make this property the ideal site to build the barn of your dreams and bring your horses.

The Residence: A combination of classic and contemporary influences gives this home a very distinctive personality. The spacious living room and great room both feature vaulted ceilings and exposed beams. Expansive windows look out onto a tapestry of quiet woodlands, distant mountain views and rich landscaping.

Skylights filter in the sun throughout the days. You'll find two brick entryways, wide plank hardwood floors in the main living areas plus marble and tiled floors in the bathrooms. Windows are tinted and insulated to retain indoor temperatures.

The residence also includes two fireplaces, a light-filled lower level bonus room, a whole house generator and two detached garages.

Entry: As you enter the home, you'll appreciate the antique front door with its frosted glass insets, detailed brass hardware and original hand-turn door bell. Inside, the welcoming foyer is highlighted by a beautiful antique brass chandelier and reclaimed brick floors. Notice how the woodwork and antique coat closet doors are accented by soft wood tones.

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Living room: Designed to take full advantage of the exceptional mountain views, you will enjoy this spacious living room with a wood burning stone fireplace as its focal point. Flanked on either side by French doors, with two sets of additional doors along another wall, the room is bathed in natural light as it opens out onto surrounding deck areas. Adding to the rooms character are hardwood floors, exposed hand-hewn wooded beams, ceiling fan and skylight.

Great Room: This very open and inviting room offers bright walls of glass and French doors opening out onto a deck with expansive views. Notice the special touches of this alluring space with its warm woodtones and wooden vaulted ceiling. Presently, this room is used for cinematic enjoyment and is equipped with a full sized retractable movie screen, high definition television projector and stereo-surround sound system. (*This equipment is negotiable)

Kitchen: Chefs will appreciate this well appointed kitchen. Tiled countertops house a ceramic double sink as well as two stainless steel prep sinks. Appliances include a 5-Star Stainless Steel Gas range, Sub-Zero refrigerator and freezer, dishwasher, trash compactor and wine cooler. Notice also the hand-crafted black iron pot rack.

Breakfast room: Looking out over rich landscaping and flowering gardens,  this open and bright light-filled space offers an exceptionally pleasant room for your casual dining needs. You'll appreciate the built-in bookcases on either end of the room as well as ceiling fans and recessed lighting above.

Dining: The formal dining room offers easy access to the kitchen and stunning mountain views. Hardwood floors, a tall vaulted wooded ceiling and gas log fireplace with an antique English white pine mantle accent the room.  For additional entertainment, sliding French glass doors open onto a spacious deck surrounded by nature and the beautiful mountain views beyond.

Master Bedroom: This private master suite provides a sunny ambiance with views of hilltop meadow, beautiful hardwoods and distant mountains.  You'll appreciate the transition from this serene indoor living area to the inviting outdoor deck located just at the end of the room beyond the double French door.

Master Bath: The master bath provides a luxurious and well-appointed space. Features include a Jacuzzi tub, Kohler fixtures, a wall mounted towel warmer and marble countertop and flooring.

Guest Suite: Your guests will enjoy the peace and quiet of this delightful light-filled upstairs bedroom. With its vaulted ceiling, own private balcony and plenty of built-in closets, it is the perfect space for extended stays. The en-suite bath includes tile floors, a pedestal sink, and an oversized garden tub. A second East-facing guest bedroom on the main floor boasts a vaulted ceiling, hardwood floors and custom built-in closets.

Deck: An expansive wooden deck spans the entire length of the home offering complete privacy and exceptional views of the Blue Ridge Mountain foothills. You'll also enjoy being able to gaze out over the serene and peaceful setting of your own pasture and surrounding woodlands from this spacious and convenient outdoor venue. Perfect for both entertaining and relaxing, the deck also features a gas hookup for grilling and, when needed, retractable electric awnings to provide shelter from the sun.

The Property: This unique home is set on 13 acres that weave richly wooded land, open fields and stunning mountain views into a seamless park-like setting.

The easy-care landscaping is a natural blend of native trees, flowering shrubbery and perennial flowers. There's even your very own blueberry bushes to enjoy in season!

View: You will never tire of this spectacular year-round westerly view of the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The sunsets are amazing!

The long and gently meandering paved driveway creates an estate-like entrance leading to a home set well away from neighbors and traffic. When lit at night with their outdoor lighting, the grounds become a magical wonderland.

Potential Equestrian Facilities: Whether your passion is motor cars, having a deluxe workshop or a barn for your horses, this adorable carriage-style building will work for you. Built in 2008 — as an additional detached garage — this 26 x 40-ft structure was also designed for easy conversion into a 2-stall barn. In addition to having two front matching automatic overhead doors, there is both a side entrance and rear sliding barn door already in place. The building is fully insulated, has a sealed cement floor, high ceilings, is well lighted and also offers a sink to clean your tack and cabinets for additional storage.

Horse Potential: A hilltop pasture with established grass has already been partially fenced. And has direct access to the FETA trail system for your riding pleasure.

The Location: Situated in the heart of the old hunt country, atop what is known as Rondo Ridge, this private estate is conveniently located to the quaint and charming town of Tryon. From this ideal spot, you'll enjoy an easy drive to dining, shopping, the arts and local equestrian venues. Interstate 26, only a short drive away, provides quick access to the larger cities of Spartanburg, Hendersonville and Asheville as well as the Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport.