Sitting high on 5.1 Acres...Welcome to The Boyden Cox Mansion, an 1888 Victorian historic landmark but not registered so no restrictions to this fully fenced/gated hobby farm ready for all livestock. 3,600 sq ft remodeled and move in ready!! Many buildings onsite: brick spring house, wood shed, 2-story corn crib, chicken coop with cellar beneath and the large multi-level barn is approximately 2,400 sq ft with electric and water. Located just 3 minutes from NC state line (Sparta) and 3 minutes to the New River boat landing (Independence/Mouth of Wilson). Beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains! Plus an additional 330 sq ft above garage has heat/AC and ready to be finished. 8 fireplaces...4 with gas logs on the main floor. Heated tile floors in both bathrooms. Surround sound/intercom system. New smart home system (Control4) and high speed internet!! Some of the updates include: whole house water filteration, humidifier, and air purifier, tankless gas hot water heater, dual-fuel Hvac system, whole house surge protector, 2 mini-splits, 1000 gal propane tank owned, stainless steel kitchen appliances with a free-standing double oven/convection and microwave/convection oven, custom wood shelving in pantry and closets. Large "Eden" style garden...Entire property is organic. The estate also boasts of a huge selection of spring, summer, and fall flowers along with fruit trees and a small vineyard. Full wrap-around porch has been fully replaced and stained. Exterior wood and original metal roof has new paint. Beautiful pond with dock fed by spring house. Listen to the creek across the road. Meet and fellowship with those at the Cox Chapel Community Center during events or host your own event with views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. It's a great time to buy a historic home during the Celebration of America's 250th Year of Freedom!! Welcome Home!!