$2,987,000

1624 Hopkins Road Bahama, NC 27503

4 Beds | 3 Baths | 3723 sqft

Description

Luxury and Good Horse Sense come together perfectly on this 37 acre equestrian estate in the lovely rolling hills of North Durham County. Set on historic farmland in an equestrian oriented area, this sensible farm has it all for humans, horses and dogs. Featured in Architectural Digest in 2000, the MAIN and CARETAKERS homes were custom built by Leon Myers. Showcasing comfort and elegance, the MAIN home features open living and dining areas, 2 gas fireplaces, hardwood flooring, custom built-ins and designer finishes. Spacious kitchen with Thermador and high end appliances and granite. Optimal floorplan embraces both gathering spaces and privacy with a primary on each level, private bathrooms, a huge 4th bedroom/bonus/flex room and oversized garage. The beautiful screened porch oasis along with ample patio space, landscape lighting and a heavenly orchard perfect for outdoor events provide versatile outdoor living retreat options. The CARETAKERS home features heart pine flooring, vaulted open LR, fireplace, 2 BRs, 2 BAs, a full covered rocking chair front porch and 2 car garage. The equestrian facility is designed for the safety and comfort of your horses. Includes an elegant, center aisle, 8 stall barn with 6 12×12 and 2 12×14 stalls with exterior Dutch doors. Nelson automatic waterers, ceiling fans, hot/cold wash rack, paneled heated tack room, bathroom, laundry room, feed room, walk-up loft, generator, its own well and septic, insulated and built for good ventilation in summer and warmth in winter – all with a sitting porch. 180′ x 220′ fenced arena with superior footing. Heavy equipment shed, 2 lofted storage buildings for hay and bedding are extra tall for dump trucks and cleverly double as run-in barns on the backside. 8 large pastures – each with quality run-ins, irrigation pumps, separate fence lines, bridle paths and one small paddock for lay-ups or a naughty pony. The whole facility is laid out for ease of use and visibility. Properly maintained and upgraded – Main house has new Anderson windows and doors, new roof 11/2021, and new HVAC upstairs 5/2025. Guest house has new roof 5/2020, new water heater and gutters, Barn has new roof 11/2021, new gutters and water heater. Too many amenities to list. Fabulous functionality and design.*Covenants and restrictions previously held were lifted – no covenants or restrictions.

Status

FOR SALE

Type: Farm

Year Built: 1999

Lot Size Area: 36.77 acres

Parking Spaces: 12

Cooling: Central Air, Multi Units

Heating: Heat Pump

County/Parish: Durham

Beds: 4
Full Bathrooms: 3
Size: 3,723 sqft
Above Grade Finished Area: 3,723 sqft
Levels: 2
Fireplace: Yes
Basement: Yes
Appliances: Built-In Refrigerator, Double Oven, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Range Hood, Washer Steel Appliance(s), Wall Oven
Flooring: Tile/ Hardwood
Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, BuiltInFeatures, BedroomOnMainLevel, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Dry Bar, Double Vanity, High Ceilings, Multiple Primary Suites, Open Floorplan, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Smooth Ceilings, Soaking Tub, Separate Shower, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower

Property Type: Residential
Style: Craftsman
Lot Size Area: 36.77 acres
Parking Spaces: 12
Garage/ Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Garage, Gated, Parking Pad
Exterior Features: Courtyard, Fence, Sprinkler/Irrigation, Lighting, Private Entrance, Storage