142 Forest Lake Court - Mt. Gilead, NC Swift Island Plantation - Lot #60
MLS #: R63027A
List Price: $1,675,000
Beautiful floorplan with an unparalleled lot on Lake Tillery! This property is located in Swift Island Plantation, a prestigious neighborhood with approximately 60 waterfront lots, a beautiful gated entryway and nicely groom streets. This property is almost a half acre and has a large view of the main channel as well as a private cove to the right.
The home sits very close to the water's edge and has a beautiful pool with slide overlooking the lake. Perfect for entertaining, the large patio spills out from the house and wraps all around the pool and then a sidewalk leads you to the 1,200 square foot boathouse which has two slips.
On the main floor of this home, there is a beautiful foyer and a great room with soaring hand-laid stone fireplace flanked by custom cabinetry. Gorgeous hardwood floors are present throughout the main level. The formal dining room with custom built-in dry bar is open to the great room and sunroom as well. The sunroom, breakfast room and kitchen are all open and have wonderful views of the lake, formal dining room and great room. The kitchen is truly magnificent for the cook and entertainer at heart. The huge center island is perfect for family and friends to gather and enjoy a great meal together. The appliances are all stainless steel and include a double drawer dishwasher, ice maker in bar, double oven/microwave, gas cook top and a "no touch" faucet system. The granite is very complimentary to the off-white and distressed black cabinetry which includes several leaded glass doors. There is a built-in China cabinet perfect for every collector, as well as a built-in armoire, and a built-in pantry.
The Master Suite is on the main level of the home and faces out to a gorgeous view of the main channel. There are several special features in the suite that make this area of the home stand out; a barrel ceiling with ____ wood, numerous long windows, a door leading out to the terrace, and a small foyer with pendant on the floor which leads into the lavish bath and dressing area with custom designed cabinetry and shelving throughout.
The office is just off the master suite and features a beautiful rock fireplace, Brazilian cherry walls, floors, ceiling and book cases. This is one of the most impressive rooms in the home.
The upper floor of this home boasts a very large family room/game room with breathtaking lake views that can also be enjoyed from its private balcony. This room also includes a Romeo & Juliet balcony which overlooks the main floor great room.
The upper floor also has 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 baths.
Additional Special Features:
The pool area has been roughed-in with gas, water, and power lines for possible future outdoor kitchen and entertaining area
In addition to the pool, there is a also a jacuzzi with waterfall into the pool
All decks have been sealed
Fence has been install around the pool area for safety
The 1,200 sq. ft. boathouse has 2 fully operational boat lifts. There is a separate enclosed storage area on the boathouse which is perfect for storing life jackets, fishing equipment, etc. A granite bar top has been installed for use when entertaining at the water's edge.
Directions:
From Albemarle take Hwy 24/27 going East to Hwy 73. Right on Hwy 73 to Lilly's Bridge Road. Right on Lilly's Bridge Road to the entrance to Swift Island Plantation. Enter the subdivision on Plantation Way. Right on Forest Lake Court. First lakehouse on the right.