Wednesday, December 28, 2011

River Forest Manor & Marina For Sale - Belhaven, NC






Located in eastern NC, Belhaven is a small town with a lot of personality on the Pungo River and the ICW. River Forest is a unique property (Yachting Inn) that was built in the early 1900’s by John A. Wilkinson; this Victorian mansion was bought by Axson Smith in 1947. Mr. Wilkinson hired Italian Craftsmen to come in and finish this amazing home; ornate ceilings, hand carved oak columns and mantles, crystal chandeliers and imported mahogany moldings displayed throughout the home.


Mr. Smith turned this grand home into an Inn, restaurant and marina after his purchase. River Forest has 10 rooms for rent; 6 rooms in the main dwelling, 3 rooms in a detached dwelling and 1 room above the dock house. Each bedroom has a private bath and the entire home is decorated with antique furniture that will convey with the property.

A Piece of History
 
Contact The Rich Company in Washington, North Carolina for more information.

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