8315 Dennis Road, Germanton, NC 27019. Located just north of Winston-Salem is the community of Germanton. Established in 1790, Germanton was located near older Moraviansettlements and part of the original Wachovia Tract settlement. Early settlers were the result of land incentives by the state in 1790 given as a reward to those Germanic people who had fought for Independence. This quiet community gives way to the mountains to the north and Winston-Salem to the south. The region around Winston-Salem has a rich history rooted in the Moravian Church as well as Germanic settlers. Dominating the scenery are the Sauratown Mountains, named after the "Sauras", a Native American tribe that lived in the area before European settlers arrived in the early 1700s. These mountains are known for offering some of the best rock climbing in North Carolina. Located here in the rolling hills of the central piedmont is Windy Knoll Farm, a 20+ acre private refuge. In a serene setting just north of Winston-Salem this rare find offers the privacy and satisfaction of country living just a few miles from all the urban amenities. Traditionally a textile and tobacco center, Winston-Salem has transformed itself to a leader in the nanotech, high-tech and bio-tech fields. Medical research is a fast-growing local industry; Wake Forest Baptist Medical Centeris the largest employer in the region. A portion of downtown Winston-Salem has been designated as the Wake Forest Innovation Quarterfor biomedical and information technology research and development. It is also recognized as a center of the arts, partly because it created the firstarts council in the United States, founded in 1949, and because of the local art schools and attractions. Exceptional shopping, fine restaurants, an active arts and entertainment scene, world-class healthcare, several well recognized colleges and universities, access to the interstate highway system and the Piedmont Triad International Airport, all contribute to a higher quality of life.

Situated on a knoll overlooking the surrounding rolling terrain, Windy Knoll Farm offers a comfortable, attractive custom brick home, mature landscaping, fencing and barns appropriate for a variety of animals and uses. Pass through the gated brick walled entrance, up the winding concrete drive and immediately the care and attention given this special place is evident. The drive takes you to the 2-car side loading garage on the main level and circles to the garage on the lower level. A covered rocking chair front porch begs for mornings with coffee and evenings enjoying sunsets. Just as the grounds, the home interior is a testament to the owners stewardship and thoughtfulness, to include wider than normal halls and doors. The main level offers a great room including a stone fireplace with stone hearth and wooden beam mantle and built-in bookshelves. This open room flows into the kitchen, and is perfect for family gatherings with a bay window informal dining area, views to pastures and access to a large deck overlooking the landscaped back yard with Koi pond. The kitchen is both efficient and warm with custom accent lighted cabinets, granite countertops, pantry, breakfast bar and stainless appliances. The main level master is spacious with ceiling fan, carpet, and large closet. The adjoining bathroom has a double vanity, shower and garden tub. A guest room and full handicap accessible bath are located on the main level. A spacious mud room/laundry with sink and cabinets opens to the garage. The lower level is perfectly designed and situated for a separate living quarters. A large well lighted family room has a stone fireplace with hearth and mantle and opens to a concrete patio. Add the bedroom and a full bath and this flexible space can serve as a large recreation area or another living space. Great place for kids, young or old, or extended family members. Further adding to its flexibility, this level has a one-car garage with storage. The property has two outbuildings; a large hay/equipment barn and a 6-stall barn. Both easily accessible for large equipment, plus ample parking for all your vehicles. The hay barn has water and power and the barn has sliding doors back and front, lighted center aisle, concrete wash bay and lighted tack room with concrete floor and shelving.

A private, serene setting; warm comfortable home; rolling pastures and wooded areas; outbuildings for your animals and/or projects; close yet far from an urban area and all the related conveniences. Surely this is a refuge and a rare find.