Come tour this INCOME-PRODUCING RESIDENCE! This beautifully restored circa 1868 historic country estate where timeless farmhouse architecture meets refined southern elegance is on OVER 17 ACRES! Rich in history & thoughtfully updated, the house retains its original character while offering the amenities expected of a premier luxury estate. Originally a working farm, later transformed into a renowned Belgian horse breeding farm, & eventually operating as the beloved Peacock Inn bed & breakfast & event venue, families, artists, celebrities, corporations & kids on field trips came to visit from far & wide. This remarkable property is ready for its next visionary owner. Live in the fully furnished (carefully crafted with ANTIQUES) main residence while operating your business(es) on-site OR monetize the space as a luxury rental or boutique inn. Designed w/ income potential in mind, the estate offers endless possibilities w/ so much space, including: Retreat Center, Wellness & Hospitality Campus, Wedding & Event Venue, Corporate Retreat Ctr, & Creative Arts Campus. Designed with EQUESTRIAN excellence in mind, the impressive BARN boasts dramatic soaring ceilings w/ 14 stalls, exceptional for horse boarding, training, breeding or other equestrian ventures. Even more ways to generate income include: wine production & storage, brewery or tasting room (brewing & winemaking equipment convey & LIQUOR LICENSE is Active), & wellness retreats, yoga, or creative studios. A commercial kitchen, screened-in patio with a wood-fire smoker, generous gravel parking area, & approx. 12-15 apple cider trees further enhance the property's appeal. "The Cottage," the separate little house toward the back of the property, provides add'l rental income w/ 2 rooms & 2 full baths, while the detached workshop is currently leased on a mth-to-mth basis. The 3600 sq ft Grand Flex Space wing (currently used as a Yoga Hall) is attached to the Main House & has its own entrance. The opportunities are endless!
Property Type(s):
Single Family
|
Tract
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None
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Year Built
|
1848
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Community
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None
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County
|
Catawba
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SCHOOLS
| Elementary School |
South Newton |
| Jr. High School |
Newton Conover |
| High School |
Newton Conover |
Additional Details
| AIR |
Ductless, Electric |
| AIR CONDITIONING |
Yes |
| APPLIANCES |
Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer |
| BARN/EQUESTRIAN |
Yes |
| BASEMENT |
Exterior Entry, Yes |
| EXTERIOR |
Outdoor Kitchen, Storage |
| FIREPLACE |
Yes |
| HEAT |
Ductless, Electric |
| LOT |
17.09 acre(s) |
| LOT DESCRIPTION |
Orchard(s), Wooded |
| LOT DIMENSIONS |
17.09 |
| MLS STATUS |
Active |
| PARKING |
Circular Driveway, Driveway, Parking Lot, RV Access/Parking |
| SEWER |
Public Sewer |
| STORIES |
2 |
| SUBDIVISION |
None |
| WATER |
Public |
Listed with Realty Executives of Hickory
Date last updated: 9/5/26 5:07 AM PDT
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