101 Benbury DR Edenton, NC 27932
5,081 SqFt
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Key Details
Property Type Commercial
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 5,081 sqft
Price per Sqft $634
Subdivision Mulberry Hill
MLS Listing ID 100562080
HOA Y/N No
Year Built 1810
Lot Size 6.880 Acres
Acres 6.88
Lot Dimensions Irregular
Source Hive MLS
Property Description
Constructed around 1810 for the Blount family, Mulberry Hill reflects the refined tastes of the early American republic. Its stately brick façade--laid in classic Flemish bond--reveals a balanced three-bay composition and traditional side-hall plan, a design more commonly found in the great coastal homes of the period. Inside, graceful proportions, finely detailed woodwork, and historic craftsmanship evoke an era when architecture was both art and legacy. Tall windows frame sweeping views of the surrounding countryside and the broad expanse of the Albemarle Sound, where shifting light across the water lends a sense of tranquility that has defined this landscape for centuries. Each of the home's principal rooms and bedrooms is anchored by its own fireplace, a hallmark of early nineteenth-century design that lends warmth, intimacy, and architectural rhythm throughout the home. Recent updates include a new roof, HVAC systems, and beautifully renovated kitchen and bathrooms - ensuring the comforts of contemporary living while preserving the home's historic character and architectural integrity.
Approached through tranquil countryside, flanked by an 18-hole golf course, and framed by mature trees, the estate conveys an immediate sense of arrival. Mulberry Hill's setting feels timeless--where open land, expansive skies, and the gentle rhythms of rural eastern North Carolina create a rare sense of privacy and permanence. The grounds--once part of a much larger colonial plantation--retain the pastoral character that has shaped the Albemarle region since the earliest days of settlement.
Owned by the Wood family for generations, their stewardship legacy speaks to the enduring significance of the home and deep ties between the family and Edenton Community. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Mulberry Hill represents an important architectural landmark within Chowan County's historic landscape.
Today, the property offers a remarkable opportunity to steward a piece of North Carolina history while enjoying the tranquility of one of the state's most charming coastal regions. Just minutes from the waterfront streets, colonial architecture, and vibrant cultural life of Edenton, the estate combines historic distinction with waterfront serenity and proximity to one of the South's most charming historic towns.
Mulberry Hill Plantation is more than a residence--it is a living chapter of the Albemarle region's past, where nearly two centuries of history, craftsmanship, and Southern character converge along the timeless shores of the Albemarle Sound.
Location
State NC
County Chowan
Community Mulberry Hill
Zoning A1
Direction From Edenton, take 32S to Soundside Road. Turn right onto Soundside Road. Turn right into Mulberry Hill. Property is straight ahead.
Rooms
Basement Finished
Interior
Heating Propane, Electric, Forced Air
Cooling Central Air, Zoned
Flooring Wood, Ceramic Tile
Exterior
Parking Features On Site
Utilities Available Water Connected3
Amenities Available Waterfront Community
Waterfront Description Deeded Waterfront
View Sound, Water
Building
Lot Description Level, Deeded Waterfront, Navigable Water, Near Golf Course
Water Public
New Construction No
Others
Tax ID 782300955096
Acceptable Financing Cash
Listing Terms Cash
Special Listing Condition Standard
