120 W King Street , Edenton, North Carolina

Wessington

120 W King Street , Edenton, NC

  • CA$2,837,563
  • 8 BEDS
  • 5+2 BATHS
  • 1.14 ac Land

Wessington

120 W King Street , Edenton, NC

  • CA$2,837,563
  • 8 BEDS
  • 5+2 BATHS
  • 1.14 ac Land

Key Facts

  • MLS® #: 100490634
  • Property ID: SIRC2307953
  • Original Price: USD 2,249,000
  • Property Type: Residential, Single Family Detached
  • Lot Size: 1.14 ac
  • Year Built: 1850
  • Bedrooms: 8
  • Bathrooms: 5+2

Property Description

''Wessington is one of the most magnificent antebellum residences in North Carolina'' writes Thomas Butchko, author of EDENTON An Architectural Portrait. Built in 1850, this home is three stories plus a fully renovated basement. Distinctive exterior features include a full-length double-tier portico, 9' French doors opening to ornate iron balconies, and four massive chimneys and a roof top ''widows walk''. The brick exterior walls are 18'' thick and the foundation is solid slabs of granite. The interior is equally impressive with three 12'x50' center halls, 15' ceilings on the first floor, original plaster ceiling moldings and chandeliers, 10' four panel doors, marble mantels and 15 fireplaces. Wessington has been totally renovated with up to date amenities and custom energy efficient utilities.


What was once a utilitarian English basement is now a bedroom with full bath, recreation room with kitchenette, media room, and large laundry...all with fireplaces. This level offers the option of independent living, and the ground level entry with an elevator servicing three floors makes the home handicapped accessible.


The main level features a formal parlor, dining room, small parlor, library and the kitchen. Complete with fireplace and butler's pantry, the kitchen complements the warm sophistication of the home yet easily accommodates the needs for entertaining on a grand scale.


Upstairs, there is primary suite with a large dressing room and bath. There are two other bedrooms with private baths and an office.


The third floor is accessed by the same impressive stairway, has the same wide center hall and 4 multipurpose rooms.


The grounds include the old cistern and the old smokehouse houses the impressive utility systems including the geothermal HVAC, elevator hydraulics and other utilities.


Wessington is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This landmark home is located in the heart of the Historic District with views of Edenton Bay.

Amenities

  • Basement - Finished
  • Bay
  • Bay View
  • Billiards Room
  • Boating
  • Butlers Pantry
  • Catering Kitchen
  • Country Living
  • Fishing
  • Golf
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Historic
  • Hunting
  • Library
  • Media Room/Theater
  • Open Porch
  • Privacy
  • Private Elevator
  • River View
  • Scenic
  • Security System
  • Storage
  • Tennis

Listing Agents

  • MaryScott Haigler

    O. +12524824785

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Location

120 W King Street , Edenton, North Carolina, 27932 United States

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Area Description

Located on the picturesque waters of the Albemarle Sound in northeastern NC, Edenton is often referred to as “the prettiest little town in the South.” Smithsonian.com lists Edenton as one of the 20 best small towns to visit in 2015 and Coastal Living Magazine featured Edenton as their Dream Town! As the first capital of colonial North Carolina, Edenton has a rich historical past with well preserved architecture and many notable historic sites. Our town embodies small town Southern charm at its best, with friendly people, charming homes, and incredible scenery that combine to capture your soul. The Atlantic Ocean and Outer Banks of North Carolina are approximately an hour away, and 3 airports are easily accessible (Norfolk, VA – 1.5 hrs, Greenville, NC - 1.25 hrs, and Raleigh, NC – 2.25 hrs.) Edenton offers a municipal airport with a 6,000’ runway.

Marketed By

Perry & Co. Sotheby's International Realty
102 South Broad Street
Edenton, North Carolina, 27932
United States

2524824785

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