Unprecedented opportunity to acquire historic home on three and a half acres in Laurel Park with breathtaking views of Johns River Gorge and Grandfather Mountain. Merlin's Glen is one of only a handful of estates in Blowing Rock offering privacy and solitude just a five minute walk from the heart of Blowing Rock. The meandering driveway winds through rhododendron and trees to unveil the magnificent setting of the house. The house consists of nearly 8,000 square feet with eleven bedrooms and bathrooms. The original portion of this home was built in 1917 with a large addition added in 1994. The great room has beautiful chestnut paneling and a magnificent fireplace. The expansive property extends all the way to Globe Road affording complete view control. Hear the sound of Glen Burney Falls from the porches. This house has been used as a summer cottage by the same family for three generations over one hundred years. Either enjoy the existing house, update it or build the dream home of your own design. Meyer Greeson Paullin & Benson has created a stunning plan for renovation that would update this wonderful home for modern living. These plans are available in the Supplements. This property also has a detached two car garage with guest quarters upstairs. Exquisite stone walls grace the property. Stone outcroppings. Please see attached video to fully appreciate this amazing, one of a kind property.