$3,995,000 - Knoxville, TN
7609 Charlton Drive Knoxville, TN - Classic Georgian architecture with an English Country House vibe captures the look of this remarkable 3+ acre waterfront home. Relaxed elegance in a professionally landscaped natural and private setting, the home boasts 4 spacious ensuite bedrooms, 5 full baths and 1 half bath; guest/mother-in-law apartment or nanny's quarters with kitchenette and livingroom, 2 bedrooms, and 2 baths above a three-bay detached garage; salt water pool and cabana with 1 half bath; a waterside guest cottage with a bedroom loft and 1 bath; and a covered dock with two boat lifts. Clad in Smithsonian brick, this custom built estate includes all the attributes a discerning buyer seeks from custom lighting, beautiful white oak flooring and handsome mill work to granite, marble and limestone surfaces and solid copper outdoor lighting and solid brass and bronze hardware. Up stone steps and through the magnificent 8 ft solid mahogany door, guests are welcomed by the sweeping staircase in the large wainscoted foyer. On either side of the impressive entry is the generous sized living room and dining room perfect for large family gatherings and special occasions. Daily living will be enjoyed beyond the formal spaces where views of the water are there to be relished from every room. A kitchen for the home chef will not disappoint with custom cypress cabinetry, a commercial grade range, stainless appliances and large eat-in island. Off the kitchen is a more intimate living space with room for a breakfast table, built-ins surrounding a fireplace and French doors leading to the terrace. A home office, service porch and laundry/catering space complete the area. On the other side of the kitchen, a large family room with space for several seating areas and a cozy fireplace and enclosed bar surrounded by rich cherry paneling add to the light, bright and warm atmosphere. Oversized windows surrounding French doors give access to the terrace beyond. Off the family room is the primary suite incorporating a library with a marble fireplace and built-in bookcases, and a dreamy bedroom with a bay window seat. A dressing area with custom cherry built-ins, mirrored vanity and two walk-in, cedar lined closets lead to the elegant, attached bath with custom tile work, limestone floors, marble topped dual sinks in a custom cherry case piece, soaking tub, marble walk-in shower, and private toilet. The upper level contains two large, en-suite bedrooms with bay window seats, custom baths, large walk-in closets and two laundry facilities. A third suite reserved for guests boasts custom solid shutters, custom French doors in wormy chestnut leading to a limestone tiled bath and cedar lined walk-in closet. Off the hallway, a finished staircase leads to a large attic that could be built out for additional living space. The lower level has living space ideal for movie nights or game watching, and a gym with a full bath and built-in cedar lined sauna, full-length mirror and ballet bar. In addition, a two bay garage, a storage area with built-ins and utility shelving, wine cellar and three additional large closets provide a variety of storage. The large apartment above the main garage is perfect to use as a mother-in-law suite or nanny quarters. From the impressive limestone balustraded terrace, a charming water garden feature and expansive views of the water, a saltwater pool, cabana with changing room, half bath and outdoor shower, and boat dock await. A tree covered stone path alongside a waterfall and pond lead to the waterside cottage with exposed beams, living space, lofted bedroom, full bath, kitchenette, and covered cantilevered porch on The Little River offer the perfect getaway. With elegant, mature landscaping, magnificent views, the charming waterside cottage -this home's exterior matches the excellence of its interior. This address offers the best in waterside living -a classic home with great bones, standing strong to honor your own family's style and traditions.