‘Hopewood’ listed at just under $6 million with Premier Sotheby’s | Photo: Ryan Theede

April 8. One of the most storied estates in the Blue Ridge region is on the market for $5,995,000. Located at 365 Sherwood Drive S, Hopewood—formerly known as Sherwood—encompasses nearly six acres of curated gardens, timeless architecture, and refined living spaces.

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the lush sanctuary is marketed exclusively by Marilyn Wright of Premier Sotheby’s International Realty’s Asheville office.

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Background

Commissioned in 1938 by industrialist Reuben B. Robertson, then-president of Champion Fibre, Hopewood was envisioned by architect James Gamble Rogers II as a tribute to Robertson’s wife, Hope Thomson Robertson.

Hopewood blends formal grandeur with modern comforts. There’s a dramatic foyer with a sweeping curved staircase, a gourmet kitchen outfitted with premium appliances, a library and even an elevator.

The formal gardens, with origins dating to 1878, include a Japanese maple, estimated to be over 120 years old, and considered one of the most distinguished specimens in the United States.

The estate includes two charming guest cottages and a pavilion designed for memorable gatherings.

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Quotable

“As a cornerstone of Flat Rock’s cultural and architectural heritage, Hopewood is more than a residence,” said Marilyn Wright, Premier Sotheby’s International Realty. “It is a legacy estate of rare distinction, offering timeless elegance in one of North Carolina’s most cherished enclaves.”

Headquartered in Naples, Fla., Premier Sotheby’s International Realty has over 1,400 sales professionals in 40 locations throughout Florida and North Carolina.