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4 Beds
4 Baths
5,081 sqft

$2,325,000

101 Benbury Dr, Edenton NC, 27932

Price per sqft$457.59
Built in1810
Property size5,081 sqft
Property typeResidential

Overview

Active

Listed Mar 12, 2026

Updated Jun 18

Gracefully positioned along the quiet shores of the Albemarle Sound , Mulberry Hill Plantation is one of the Albemarle region’s most captivating historic estates—an enduring symbol of early American architecture and coastal Carolina heritage. Constructed around 1810 for the Blount family, Mulberry Hill reflects the refined tastes of the early American republic. Its stately brick façade—laid in classic Flemish bond—reveals a balanced three-bay composition and traditional side-hall plan, a design more commonly found in the great coastal homes of the period. Inside, graceful proportions, finely detailed woodwork, and historic craftsmanship evoke an era when architecture was both art and legacy. Tall windows frame sweeping views of the surrounding countryside and the broad expanse of the Albemarle Sound, where shifting light across the water lends a sense of tranquility that has defined this landscape for centuries. Each of the home’s principal rooms and bedrooms is anchored by its own fireplace, a hallmark of early nineteenth-century design that lends warmth, intimacy, and architectural rhythm throughout the home. Recent updates include a new roof, HVAC systems, and beautifully renovated kitchen and bathrooms – ensuring the comforts of contemporary living while preserving the home’s historic character and architectural integrity. Approached through tranquil countryside, flanked by an 18-hole golf course, and framed by mature trees, the estate conveys an immediate sense of arrival. Mulberry Hill’s setting feels timeless—where open land, expansive skies, and the gentle rhythms of rural eastern North Carolina create a rare sense of privacy and permanence. The grounds—once part of a much larger colonial plantation—retain the pastoral character that has shaped the Albemarle region since the earliest days of settlement. Owned by the Wood family for generations, their stewardship legacy speaks to the enduring significance of the home and deep ties between the family and Edenton Community. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Mulberry Hill represents an important architectural landmark within Chowan County’s historic landscape. Today, the property offers a remarkable opportunity to steward a piece of North Carolina history while enjoying the tranquility of one of the state’s most charming coastal regions. Just minutes from the waterfront streets, colonial architecture, and vibrant cultural life of Edenton, the estate combines historic distinction with waterfront serenity and proximity to one of the South’s most charming historic towns. Mulberry Hill Plantation is more than a residence—it is a living chapter of the Albemarle region’s past, where nearly two centuries of history, craftsmanship, and Southern character converge along the timeless shores of the Albemarle Sound.

$15,468/mo

Est. mortgage payment based on a $2,325,000 home price.

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Additional information

MLS® ID
100559849
Available since
March 12, 2026

Interior Features

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
4
Fireplace
Yes
Basement
Yes

Exterior Features

Lot Size
5.17 Acres

 Courtesy of MaryScott Haigler | Perry & Co. Sotheby's International Realty

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