978 W Rochester Dr, Cashiers, NC 28717

From the moment you turn into the gently sweeping driveway of this stunning estate, you are captivated by the lovely environment in which this quietly sophisticated home nestles. Is this a great home with a beautiful garden, or is this a great garden surrounding a beautiful home? The answer is; BOTH! The entry to the home is through a covered stone archway leading into foyer, then living room with stone fireplace and long mountain views of Cow Rock and Laurel Knob to the northeast. The kitchen is large, wood paneled and has wet bar, keeping room with fireplace and breakfast nook nearby. Off the Keeping room is a wonderful covered porch with wood burning fireplace just 3-4 steps down to the yard and gardens. Large pantry, large laundry- both near the best mudroom in town. Master is on main and is connected to cozy den/office with gas log fireplace, built ins and access to screened porch. Large master bath has two vanities, large soaking tub. Generous closets. Upstairs, two large guest bedrooms with en suite baths and a shared gathering nook with balcony. Additional spaces connected to the main house include a first floor in-law's suite with small kitchenette and an upstairs guest bedroom with bath and beautiful upstairs office. Two car garage plus covered porte cochere. The gardens are amazing! Acclaimed Landscape Architect, Mary Palmer Dargan designed this spectacular series of destinations that are pleasing in every way. Terraces, sculptures, water feature, native and specialty plantings, flat play lawns, fire pit and rustic view pavilion tucked away at the end of lighted pathways. There is an engineered cistern system installed to take care of any watering needs for the gardens. NEW since 2016: crawlspace encapsulation, two drawer Fischer Paykel dishwasher, washer and dryer, dehumidifier on all A/C zones, ice maker. BEST IN CLASS, for sure!