Sanford Cove: a secluded, private, 92-acre estate home located near Walnut Cove, North Carolina. Settled long before its 1889 charter, Walnut Cove was located on the Carolina Road, part of the Great Wagon Road, the route for Pennsylvania and Virginia settlers moving south in search of land and a new life. At the time of the Revolutionary war it was the heaviest traveled road in Colonial America. Many of these pioneers settled on the fertile farm land along the Yadkin River Basin in central North Carolina. Walnut Cove grew to play a vital role in the life of the area as a center of trade and medical services. First, they came in their Nissen wagons and later in Model T Fords. This history-rich, north-central region of North Carolina still holds the beauty and appeal that it did for our forefathers. Just outside this charming town is 92 pristine acres with features rarely found; home to deer, wild turkey and other wildlife. Enter the gated property and travel on the long drive to the delightful home. Before you arrive, your attention is drawn to the meticulously manicured rolling fields, 3 large stocked farm ponds and stands of hardwoods; your senses are overwhelmed with the natural beauty of this tranquil setting. A rocking chair front porch greets your arrival to the warm, open floor plan home. From the foyer, sightlines to the family room and beyond to the large back deck provide first impressions. With a second look from the foyer the open floor plan and efficient design is more obvious; proceed straight ahead to the great room or turn right to the living room/dining room trough the kitchen and into the great room. As is the case with all spaces in the home, the living room and dining area are bright and airy with lots of windows and stunning views of the estate. The kitchen is a gourmet design in efficiency, yet attractive and just one of many inviting gatherings spaces. Featuring a tile floor and oak cabinets w/tile counter tops, a breakfast bar adjacent to the informal dining area and great room, it is beacons family and friends. All the appliances are easily accessible, and a large walk-in pantry provides an abundance of storage. However, the focal space of the home is the large (39 x 20 7) great room. Cathedral ceiling, brick gas fireplace, built-in oak cabinets and shelves, with incredible views of the estate through a wall of glass, all add to the inviting appeal of this special room. Additionally, there are French doors opening to the back deck, offering indoor/outdoor living opportunities and connecting the deck with the great room, kitchen and informal dining area. The main level master suite completes the ground level of the home and offers a spacious bedroom with sitting area and oversized his & hers walk-in closets, a bathroom featuring tile floor, dual vanity with tile counter tops, garden tub and shower. Again, this space has multiple views of the surrounding property. The upstairs houses 2 spacious bedrooms, each with sitting areas and a full bath. With room to grow to fit your needs, there is an unfinished basement, ready to be built-out to meet your individual needs, and yes, a practically new pool table that conveys. Outside there is an oversized 2-car carport that includes a storage room. The carport is also perfect for outside events that require cover, and as is the case from all spots on the property, the views are overwhelming. For your animal friends, the farm has a 2-stall barn and connecting half-acre woven wire fenced paddock. Located in scenic Stokes county; convenient to state parks, hiking, golf, antique shopping, horse trails, lakes & river fishing, approximately 1 hour from the Blue Ridge Parkway, and minutes from necessities. centrally located and in close proximity to several major cities, connected by multiple Interstate highways, served by the Piedmont Triad Airport and an easy commute to the greater Charlotte area and Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Come visit Sanford Cove at 1260 Beaver Island Trail Road in Walnut Cove, NC. You may never leave.