518 Cardinal Dr W, Lake Toxaway, NC 28747

This is a fly fisherman's dream! Meandering down the rhododendron circle drive takes you to this one-of-a-kind arts and crafts home in Lake Toxaway Estates on the Toxaway River. With direct lake access to the pristine waters of Lake Cardinal one can tube the river, canoe, kayak and fish as well as boat on Lake Toxaway. The River encircles 50% of the property and is the only property to be built on the Toxaway River. Adorned with windows the home is light and bright. The floor to ceiling stone fireplace is the focal point of the open and expansive great room with Cathedral ceilings, cove lighting, plus a sitting area to read with sounds of the river in the background. The large master offers a screened deck, his and her baths & 2 large closets. A second bedroom could be a perfect office. The spacious kitchen is a chef's dream with a Dacor 6 burner stove. An elevator offers access to the lower level with 2 bedrooms/2 baths, an inviting tv room, and an area for an art studio, shop, playroom, or man cave with lots of storage throughout. Do you love gardening or access to fresh herbs for dinner preparation, a greenhouse can be reached from the double car garage. Enjoy evenings by the river on the stone patio with firepit. The Toxaway River Trail is easy access for a 2-3 mile hike along the Toxaway River with it many rapids and waterfalls. Although membership to Lake Toxaway Country Club is optional, for those wishing to join there is a beautifully renovated clubhouse, a new pool activity center and a golf training and exercise facility, tennis, pickleball, croquet and a newly designed Spencer golf course. The lake is for everyone to enjoy residing within Lake Toxaway Estates. Come enjoy Mother Nature's paradise in this special home. On the visual tour make sure you go outside on the lower level to see the river and boat dock. 4640 sq.ft living area per appraiser.