520 N Bethesda Road, Southern Pines, NC 28387 (MLS# 100601127)

520 N Bethesda Road, Southern Pines, NC 28387

$875,000

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Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 6 Baths: 5 Square Footage: 4,965 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 86,249 Status: Active

Current Price: $875,000 List Date: 9/15/2026 Last Modified: 10/02/2026

Overview

Description

Welcome to this classic beauty in the Historic Weymouth Heights area of Southern Pines with an expansive view of the state nature preserve, Weymouth Woods. Originally built as an architectural retreat to showcase the mastery of John J. McGovern, the owner of the historical McGovern Cedar Millworks Company, this 6-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom estate is on 1.98 private acres. It is a house to make a home for you and your family with a unique blend of historic allure, urban farmhouse style, and custom craftsmanship, making it a true work of art. Exposed cedar plank ship-lap and rustic brick floors create a feeling of urban farmhouse with a touch of Picasso. Stepping inside this one-of-a-kind architecture, the many windows let natural light pour in, making you feel fully connected to the beautiful surrounding nature in almost every room. The heart of the home is the magnificent Grand Den. Picture a contemporary rustic lodge experience, with a wall of geometric windows, soaring cathedral ce ... (Read more) Welcome to this classic beauty in the Historic Weymouth Heights area of Southern Pines with an expansive view of the state nature preserve, Weymouth Woods. Originally built as an architectural retreat to showcase the mastery of John J. McGovern, the owner of the historical McGovern Cedar Millworks Company, this 6-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom estate is on 1.98 private acres. It is a house to make a home for you and your family with a unique blend of historic allure, urban farmhouse style, and custom craftsmanship, making it a true work of art. Exposed cedar plank ship-lap and rustic brick floors create a feeling of urban farmhouse with a touch of Picasso. Stepping inside this one-of-a-kind architecture, the many windows let natural light pour in, making you feel fully connected to the beautiful surrounding nature in almost every room. The heart of the home is the magnificent Grand Den. Picture a contemporary rustic lodge experience, with a wall of geometric windows, soaring cathedral ceilings with exposed beams, wood floors, a massive brick wood-burning fireplace, and unique raw cedar wood surrounding you. Suspended above are two stunning large brass chandeliers, salvaged and repurposed from the original 1885 Saint Anthony's Catholic Church. It is warm and inviting with enough space to create many lounging and entertainment areas. The main level features a spacious master suite with a fireplace and a private office, while the upstairs houses the additional bedrooms, bathrooms, and a storage room. The expansive kitchen features a large center island with a built-in farmhouse table, and excellent potential to open walls into the formal dining space. Every bedroom radiates its own personality with cozy nooks and built-in cedar shelving, while the farmhouse-inspired bathrooms feature rustic flooring, natural light, and barn doors. Outside, a massive brick patio provides a private, peaceful oasis surrounded by mature-growth pine and hardwood trees. The space provides plenty of opportunity for outdoor entertainment and simply enjoying the gorgeous scenery. Situated directly across from the 900+ acre Weymouth Woods State Park and its extensive trail system, this property enjoys a breathtaking natural backdrop from both the home and patio. Miles of scenic trails offer exceptional opportunities for hiking and horseback riding, while the protected woodlands provide a peaceful, picturesque setting that will remain largely untouched by future development. An exceptional opportunity to acquire this lovely estate home at a compelling value. Priced significantly below its current appraised value, which thoughtfully reflects the opportunity for repairs and updates, the property offers tremendous potential to create a truly exceptional home while building in substantial value. It's a must-see. A recent home inspection is available for buyers to review, providing valuable insight as they envision the possibilities. Offered As Is, this is a rare opportunity for a buyer looking for space, quality, and the ability to make a home uniquely their own at an attractive price point. Note: The seller has approval for subdivision of the 4.7 acre lot into 3 lots, main house on 1.98 and two adjacent lots 1.35 acres each. Lots 1A and 1C are available for purchase WITH Lot B for an additional cost, call the Listing Agent for pricing. Lots 1A and 1C WILL NOT be sold prior to Lot 1B being sold.

Listing Details MLS# 100601127

Contract Info

Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Construction Type: Stick Built
Marketing Start Date: 2026-09-03
Listing Price: 875000
List Price/SqFt: 176.23
Stipulation of Sale: Standard

Location Information

Street #: 520
Pre Direction: N
Street Name: Bethesda
Street Suffix: Road
County: Moore
State/Province: NC
Zip Code: 28387
City Limits: Yes
Marketing City: Southern Pines
Subdivision: Weymouth Height

Remarks and Showing

Directions to Property: E Connecticut Ave to right on Bethesda, home on right.
Sign on Property: Yes

Property Exterior Info

New Construction: No
Property Attached YN: No
Accessory Dwelling Unit YN: No
Lot Acres: 1.98
Lot SqFt: 86249
Lot Dimensions: 0x0x0x0
Deed Restrictions: Yes
Waterfront: No
Waterview: No
Horses Y/N: No
Location Type: Mainland

Property Interior Info

SqFt - Heated (Primary): 4965
Total SqFt - Heated (Primary + Separate): 4965
# Rooms: 12
# Baths - Full: 4
# Baths - Half: Yes
# Baths - Total: 5
# Bedrooms: 6
Master Bedroom Level: Primary Living Area
Stories Total: 2
Fireplace Y/N: Yes

Legal Taxes

Year Built: 1967

More Information

Entry Level Information

Entry Level: Yes

Rooms

Bedroom 1 Level: Main
Bedroom 2 Level: Upper
Bedroom 3 Level: Upper
Bedroom 4 Level: Upper
Bedroom 5 Level: Upper
Dining Room Level: Main
Kitchen Level: Main
Laundry Level: Main
Living Room Level: Main
Office Level: Main
Other Level: Upper

Property Features

Frontage Type: See Remarks View Type: None Construction: Wood Frame Architectural Style: Other Exterior Finish: Wood Siding Fencing: None Foundation: Crawl Space Parking Features: Other Patio and Porch Features: Deck; Patio Roof: Metal Levels: Two Cooling: Central Air Heating: Heat Pump Heating System Fuel Source: Electric Water Heater: Electric Utilities: None Sewer: Municipal Sewer Water Source: Municipal Water Fireplace Features: Wood Burning Interior Features: Kitchen Island; Master Downstairs Laundry Features: Laundry Room Heated SqFt: 4500 - 4999 Dining Room Type: Formal Rooms: Bedroom 1; Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Bedroom 4; Bedroom 5; Dining Room; Kitchen; Laundry; Living Room; Office; Other Terms: Cash; Conventional

Room Information

Room Name	Length	Width	Level
Living Room	23.00	28.00	Main
Dining Room	14.00	20.00	Main
Kitchen	25.00	13.00	Main
Laundry	12.00	13.00	Main
Office	12.00	12.00	Main
Bedroom 1	17.00	22.00	Main
Bedroom 2	23.00	22.00	Upper
Bedroom 3	12.00	9.00	Upper
Bedroom 4	12.00	22.00	Upper
Other	8.00	9.00	Upper
Bedroom 5	9.00	12.00	Upper
Other	18.00	10.00	Upper

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Listing Office: Better Homes and GardensReal Estate Lifestyle Property Partners/SP

Last Updated: October - 02 - 2026

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