Buyers Will Set The Price on South Carolina Mountain Retreat

Oct. 8, 2012 - PRLog -- Buyers looking for expansive views of the South Carolina mountain foliage this autumn can name their price on an elegant Marietta, S.C. estate in one of the most sought-after communities in the nation.  The six-bedroom, five-and-a-half bathroom mountain retreat is situated on 4.4 acres of gently sloping landscaped grounds in The Cliffs at Mountain Park, featuring mountain-top views of Caesar’s Head and Table Rock.  The home will be offered by Grand Estates Auction Company at absolute auction on Tuesday, October 16th at 2:00 p.m.

Absolute auctions require no minimum bid or reserve price and are becoming increasingly popular with buyers and sellers of luxury real estate throughout the world due to their timeliness and transparency.  There are no contingencies, no lengthy negotiations, and timelines for closing are already established.  To help buyers make an informed purchase, a comprehensive due-diligence packet is available, and ample time is allotted for tours and inspections prior to the auction.  

“Buyers have an amazing opportunity to name their price on this magnificent Southern estate home,” stated Stacy Kirk Reich, president of Charlotte-based Grand Estates Auction Company.  “Grand Estates auction owners are motivated sellers who understand that the live auction process provides fair market value in its purest and quickest form.  One lucky bidder will own this fabulous mountain retreat on October 16th.”

Perfect for both a relaxed family get-away or elegant entertaining, the newly constructed 4,693 square-foot home offers the highest-quality architectural features, and the most up-to-date amenities on the market today.  Designed and constructed with a discerning owner in mind, it features a spacious open floorplan with soaring windows to take advantage of the panoramic views, an outdoor living room with fireplace, a three-car garage, an indoor resistance pool, a gourmet chef ’s kitchen, two master suites and many other desirable amenities.

Attention to detail is showcased in the soaring cathedral timber ceiling, built-in knotty alder cabinetry and grand stone hearth in the great room; the terra cotta tile and sleek granite kitchen with state-of-the-art stainless steel appliances; the expansive slate-floored porches; in-home exercise room; recreation room; office with fireplace and custom knotty alder cabinetry; personal elevator and custom flooring throughout the home.  The grounds feature lush landscaped gardens and dramatic hardscape features.

A sought-after gated community, The Cliffs at Mountain Park include extensive walking and biking trails with views of the thousands of acres of protected forest around the development.  Scenery includes specially designed rock waterfalls, lush arboretums, and views of Caesar’s Head and Table Rock peaks.  Unique to this development is the Village at Mountain Park, a pedestrian enclave that will feature fashionable boutiques, restaurants, gardens, and an outdoor amphitheater.  The Village is designed to evoke Old-World European charm, with granite cobblestone streets and barrel-tile roofs.  The Cliffs at Mountain Park is gated and fully staffed with security to ensure privacy.

The auction will start promptly at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 16th.  Provisions for remote bidding can be arranged.  The property will be available for prospective bidders to preview beginning Friday, October 12th, at 11:00 a.m., with preview times scheduled daily through the date of the auction.  Buyers may contact Grand Estates Auction Company’s auction information office to schedule an appointment during one of the preview times at 877-877-2152.  A $100,000.00 certified check or personal check along with a bank letter of guarantee will be required to register to bid.  

Grand Estates Auction Company is the leader in the niche market of auctioning luxury real estate, specializing in properties valued at $1.5 million and above throughout North America and the Caribbean.  Established in 1999, the family-owned company was the first of its kind.  The company is based in Charlotte, N.C. with offices in Atlanta, Dallas, La Jolla, Ca., Naples, Fla. and Vail, Colo.  For more information and auction details visit www.GrandEstatesAuction.com.