677 Governors Rd SE, Winnabow, NC 28479

The historic Brunswick County Governor's Mansion is one of the most unique properties in the area. The home was originally built in approximately 1842; the former plantation is the birthplace of North Carolina's 49th Governor, Daniel Russell, Jr. Like many of the Southern mansions of the era, the home features deep covered porches on the front, back, and also on the second floor. The home features up to five spacious bedrooms with high ceilings, tall windows, solid wood doors, wide plank wood floors, and beautifully detailed and elegant trim work. The home also features formal living and dining rooms with current and past fireplaces. The chef's kitchen features a six-burner gas stove, many cabinets, and unique tin ceilings. The home is positioned on nearly two acres of landscaped grounds, which includes a large yesteryear barn as well as a pole shed. The sellers have added their own personal whimsical and mysterious decorations, as well as numerous modern-day conveniences, including an elevator on the West side of the house. There is so much history surrounding this property and the original family who owned it. The property is located. closed to the Southern access to I-140, not far from Brunswick Forest, shopping, dining, medical, and more.