Hand-crafted 5BR Adirondack lodge on 10 acres in Sunalei Preserve. Fascinating views. Four stone fireplaces. Intricate twig/log work. Open decks, patios, porches, and covered balconies. Featured in
Southern Living & Timber Homes Magazines.
Unbelievable! Remarkable! One-of-a kind! All of these phrases have been used to
describe the Main Camp at Sunalei Preserve when viewed for the first time. This
five Bedroom, five full Bath, and two half Bath
Adirondack lodge defines what North
Carolina rustic architecture is all about. The
combination of poplar bark shingles, the intricate twig and log accents, cedar
shake roof, board and batten siding, and earth tone colors work together
to create a masterpiece that blends with the environment and the surrounding
acreage.
The floors, walls, and ceilings throughout the home are wood. Woods of native
cherry, walnut, hickory, red and white oak, and pine have been used to create a
warmth and personality that will prove timeless.
The stone work in the exterior pillars and foundation, as well as that found in
the four stone fireplaces, is extraordinary. The rocks used in the stone work
were found on the property. Local stone masons searched the grounds for the
desired rocks, then shaped and fitted them to perfection truly creating works
of art within and outside the home.
The exterior of the home is enhanced by the many porches and decks. Four of the
five Bedrooms have a covered balcony, and the Master Bedroom has two. A large
open deck is accessed from the Great Room and Butler's Pantry. A patio area,
both open and covered, is accessed from the Family Room, Exercise Room, and Guest Bedroom on
the lower level. All of the decks, porches, and balconies have hand-made twig
railings and log posts. The twig work was completed by Lady Sticks and her
fabulous team. The cedar logs were hand peeled, fitted individually, and sealed
to preserve their natural beauty.
The Kitchen is ideal for entertaining large gatherings. The painted
cabinets are custom made and are topped with soap stone counter tops. There is
a large center work island with a raised back. The stainless steel appliances
are professional grade and will be a delight to those with culinary desires.
Located off the Kitchen is a large Butler's Pantry with stainless steel counters,
soaking sink, second dishwasher, separate laundry room, and a large storage closet.
Located on the main floor is a special room known as "The Library."
Activity in this room focuses either around the stone fireplace with hand
carved mantel at one end or the antique English bar found at the other end. The
room has large double hung windows on two full walls, and the views of the mountains add to
the drama.
The Master Bedroom is located on the upper level and is accessed from a large
open loft that overlooks the Great Room. The Bedroom is generous in size and
features a large walk-in closet, two covered balconies, and a sumptuous Bath with claw-foot
soaking tub and separate shower stall. The rustic Bathroom vanity with bark
fronts is topped with white granite. Above are two mirrors surrounded by birch
bark.
Located on the lower level of the home is a large Family Room. The room has one
of the beautiful stone fireplaces, a large and inviting bar adorned by twig work, and
a rustic entertainment center perfect for a large screen TV. An Exercise Room,
Powder Room, and a Guest Bedroom with full Bath are also located on the lower level.
One of the Guest Bedrooms is located on the main level. Two additional Guest
Bedrooms are located on the upper level. All of the Guest Bedrooms feature
private full Baths with custom vanities, private balconies with twig railings,
custom doors with stained glass inserts, and wood walls, floors, and ceilings.
Additional home features include:
· Three-car Carport with huge log supports
& storage closet
· Custom light fixtures in Great Room, Dining
Room, & Foyer
· Open log staircases with cedar log/twig
railings
· Resistance pool on patio
· 10-acre Camp Lot
can support a second dwelling (Guest House)
· Long range mountain views
· Three stone fireplaces indoors - all
wood-burning, two with gas-log inserts
· One outdoor stone fireplace - wood-burning
· Hand-made entry door with intricate twig work
· Hand-made entry doors to Bedrooms with cedar
log inlay
· Antique doors leading to Library &
Butler's Pantry
· Huge loft overlooking Great Room
· Two Powder Rooms - one on main floor &
one on lower level
· Rustic twig vanities in all Guest Bedroom
Baths & Powder Rooms
· Tile tub surrounds in all full Baths
· Rocky Mountain Hardware on all doors
· Crown City Hardware on all Kitchen &
Pantry cabinets
· Back-up generator installed
The Main Camp was decorated by Northern Parker Interiors, a renowned design
firm in Banner Elk, NC. The home was featured in the Christmas issue of
Southern Living Magazine in 2007 and was the cover image for Timber Homes
Magazine, also in 2007. The home and Sunalei Preserve have been featured in
several local publications including
The High Country Magazine and Carolina Mountain Life.
DIRECTIONS: Travel west on 421 towards TN. Just before the NC/TN line, turn
right onto Rich Mountain Road.
Follow Rich Mt. Rd.
for 1.4 miles to the main entrance to Sunalei Preserve. Enter Sunalei and
continue on Buffalo Nvno for 1 mile. Turn right onto Tree Bark. Go past The
Shelter. The Main Camp will be the first home on the right. The driveway is
highlighted by two stone pillars.