6530 Mountain Grove Road , Hickory, NC 28602(Catawba County)

Part of North Carolinas appeal is its geographic diversity. The states beginnings were tied closely to the earliest attempts at English colonization of North America. Roanoke Island in the northeast, a part of the heavily indented and island-fringed coast, was the site of the famous lost colony that vanished sometime after the original landing in 1587. This eastern region retains some of the flavor of colonial life, while the Piedmont region has become the states hub of industry and population. The mountains of the west remain the focus of a lively rural culture, including that of an indigenous Cherokee community that has lived in the region for centuries. The Piedmont foothills mark the transitional terrain between the Piedmont Plateau and the Appalachian Mountains, extending from the lower edge of the Blue Ridge escarpment, dropping sharply into the upper Catawba, Yadkin, Broad, Saluda, and Savannah River valleys. It is there that Hickory is located, in the Catawba river basin (the Catawba river was named after the Native American tribes that first settled on the banks, the people of the river). The Catawba creates several lakes and recreational areas near Hickory, including Lake Hickory, Lake James and Lake Norman. Hickory is one of the many piedmont towns that credit textiles or furniture for its beginning and early growth. In recent years Hickory has redefined itself and is a vibrant metropolitan area; a banking, commercial, medical and transportation hub. It is now known for its telecommunications industries which produce much of the worlds supply of fiber optic cable. Located just minutes from Hickory is a private estate; 25+ acre horse farm, uniquely designed and immaculately maintained. 6530 Mountain Grove Road, Hickory, NC. Through a gated entrance travel to the home, located on a rise with a commanding view of the property. The center piece of the estate, this 4,258 sf home was completely remolded in 2010 and features an open floor plan, views of the surrounding property and indoor/outdoor living. Stacked stone and flag stone are prominent, the exterior made of stone and Hardie Board with flag stone walkways and patio. Beautifully detailed, the home offers lots of unique extras; a 2.5-car garage w/climate controlled wine pantry, large laundry room/mud room/bath w/dog shower, invisible dog fence, exercise room, rec/game room, main floor master and a main floor guest room, family room and large deck and separate stone patio. In addition to all the other accommodating spaces, the character of the home is demonstrated by the kitchen, great room and master suite. Truly a gourmet zone, the kitchen is more than fully equipped and features custom cherry cabinets w/all the extras, large center island w/breakfast bar and vegetable sink, granite counter tops w/tile backsplash, GE Monogram refrigerator w/cabinet front, separate GE Monogram freezer w/cabinet front, wall oven and wall convection microwave, a wall of windows for views as well as access to the deck. Move from the kitchen to the stunning great room/dining room w/tongue & grove cathedral ceiling w/exposed beams, tile floor, stacked stone fireplace w/stone hearth arched transom windows and sliding glass door to the patio. Keeping the theme, the large master bedroom w/hardwood floor has multiple windows providing farm views. An oversized walk-in closet has custom cherry dressers and lots of extra space. The master bath greets you with slate floors, dual custome cherry vanities w/granite, large slate shower w/2 shower heads and a private water closet. The second level has 2 guest rooms. As remarkable as the home is; it is rivaled by the property and amenities. Three (3) large paddocks w/2-strand flex Ramm fencing and each with a metal run-in shed, and a hay field surround the 4-stall metal barn. The barn has a concrete aisle, end doors, hay loft, generous stalls w/mats, Dutch doors, hot & cold water, tack room w/heat & air, feed room, and outside grooming/wash stall. A large (275 x 135) fenced arena w/crush & run base w/sand is located close to the barn. Additionally, the property features a metal workshop w/concrete floor, work bench, cabinets, 2-car garage door w/opener, heat & air, insulated w/bead board walls and 12 overhang on 2 sides with a separate equipment storage shed. Perfect for any number of projects or hobbies. There is a separate access road for the workshop, barn and arena. A private estate for you and your animals, out of sight of the world yet close to all the amenities, with easy travel to the mountains, Tryon International Equestrian Center and Charlotte Douglas International Airport. An incredible home in the Piedmont foothills.