From the moment the owner and her late husband, a Salisbury doctor, first saw this beautiful 19th century farmhouse, they were enamored with the property. They knew it would be the perfect place when it came time for them to retire to the country. When the owners at the time were ready to sell, the couple acquired the house and its adjoining 147 acres, all of which are now protected under a conservation easement with the The Land Trust for Central North Carolina. Perfect for “holiday living,” she said. Noble boxwoods stretch from the porch to meet tall groves of trees which stand sentry at the edge of rolling pastures.


Alfred Wilson worked with the clients to choose a design which suited their needs yet also maintained the historic integrity of the home, which is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The main fireplace was restored completely. Alfred worked with the clients to design an “ell” addition, accommodating the need for a larger kitchen, living area and upstairs master bedroom and master bath. The addition features a two-story porch with ceilings painted blue in the historic tradition and matching cornice work and siding matching. The master bedroom (addition) features an excellent replica of the existing historic fireplaces.

Upstairs porch of "ell" addition. The ceiling is painted a traditional blue color, which Southerners once believed kept the evil spirits away.

An antique table in the country house kitchen. Alfred helped the client carve out "knee space." She still tells the story.