401 Hughes Creek RoadColumbus, NC 28722Price: $2,495,000

Wellspring Farm is a premier equestrian estate featuring a beautifully designed 4,591 sqft residence with direct access to CETA trails. Set on 13.46 gently rolling acres, the property includes fenced paddocks, a run-in shelter, and a 100 x 240 riding ring. The 63x39 stable is a well-appointed center-aisle facility with six stalls, a wash stall, a tack and feed room, shavings storage, and a garage for farm equipment. A charming 766-square-foot apartment within the stable offers a full bath, living room, walk-in closets, and a cozy bedroom with skylights. Additionally, a separate 2,250-square-foot workshop includes two garage doors, wood storage, a gardening shed, and a covered area for a tractor and mower. The residence is perfectly positioned to overlook the pastures and riding ring, offering stunning distant views. Conservation easements on the surrounding land ensure that your scenic vistas remain protected from future development. Designed with an open-concept layout, the home seamlessly integrates each space through varying ceiling heights and architectural details. A striking floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace serves as the living room's focal point. The chef's kitchen is a standout, equipped with top-tier appliances and a generous walk-in pantry. The expansive primary suite occupies the entire western wing of the main level, opening onto a covered verandah. Its luxurious en-suite bath features a soaking tub, a large walk-in shower, and a double vanity. The lower walk-out level includes two additional bedrooms, two baths, a family room, a spacious office/fitness area, and a workshop/storage space leading to a covered tiled porch. Every room in the house offers views of the horses and donkeys, with thoughtful orientation maximizing privacy, breathtaking sunrises, and uninterrupted natural beauty.