$3,250,000
Pinehurst, NC 28374
MLS# 100550100
7 beds | 10 baths | 10405 sqft
|
1 / 74
Property Description
Thistle Dhu is a celebrated Pinehurst landmark where American golf history and refined living converge. Built in 1919 by James Barber, this storied estate was home to the first 18-hole miniature golf course in the United States, with original holes still visible today, including one on the front lawn near the driveway. The name ''Thistle Dhu'' is a playful nod to Barber's admiring words upon completion: ''This'll do.'' Located in Olde Town Pinehurst, the property is just a short golf cart ride to Pinehurst Village, offering boutique shopping, dining, live entertainment, and the renowned Pinehurst Hotel & Spa. Thistle Dhu offers exceptional versatility as a primary residence, vacation home, or income-producing property. The estate may be utilized as a high-end Airbnb or short-term rental. The estate is ideal for hosting corporate retreats, family gatherings, and major golf events. Timeless and irreplaceable, Thistle Dhu remains one of Pinehurst's most iconic estates, where history lives on with modern luxury woven seamlessly throughout. The residence was extensively updated to modern standards while carefully preserving its original architectural character. The residence now features seven luxurious suites, including expansive owner's suites on both the main and upper levels with private living areas. The main level offers a gourmet kitchen with island and butler's pantry, breakfast nook, formal and casual dining spaces, a grand foyer, and elegant living and Carolina rooms that open to enclosed porches. Restored heart pine floors, original moldings, Palladian doors, and hand-carved staircases honor the home's historic character throughout. The lower level is designed for entertaining, featuring a recreation room with fireplace, a hidden speakeasy bar, movie theater, and ample storage. Outdoors, the 1.19 acre grounds include brick walkways, historic fountain, charming gazebo and gated entryways, creating a private garden retreat.
Details
Maps
Contract Info
Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Construction Type: Stick Built
Status: Active
Delayed Marketing?: No
Marketing Start Date: 2026-01-16
Listing Price: 3250000
Current Price: $3,250,000
List Price/SqFt: 312.35
Stipulation of Sale: Third Party Approval
Location Information
Street #: 12
Pre Direction: E
Street Name: Barrett
Street Suffix: Road
County: Moore
State/Province: NC
Zip Code: 28374
City Limits: Yes
Marketing City: Pinehurst
Subdivision: Old Town
Geo Lat: 35.198089
Geo Lon: -79.476378
Remarks and Showing
Directions to Property: Traveling on Hwy 5, turn onto E Barrett Rd, home will be on the corner, right side.
Sign on Property: Yes
Property Exterior Info
New Construction: No
Lot Acres: 1.19
Lot SqFt: 51836
Lot Dimensions: 269 x 317 x 316 x 43 x 298 x 57
Waterfront: No
Waterview: No
Location Type: Mainland
Property Interior Info
SqFt - Heated (Primary): 10405
Total SqFt - Heated (Primary + Separate): 10405
# Rooms: 16
# Baths - Full: 7
# Baths - Half: 3
# Baths - Total: 10
# Bedrooms: 7
Master Bedroom Level: Primary Living Area
ud_i_10: 3
Fireplace Y/N: Yes
Legal Taxes
Year Built: 1919
Entry Level Information
Entry Level: 2
HOA and Neigh Amenities
Club Membership: None Selected
Rooms
Bedroom 1 Level: Main
Bedroom 2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3 Level: Second
Bedroom 4 Level: Second
Bedroom 5 Level: Second
Bedroom 6 Level: Second
Bonus Room Level: Basement
Breakfast Nook Level: Main
Den Level: Main
Dining Room Level: Main
Kitchen Level: Main
Laundry Level: Main
Living Room Level: Main
Master Bedroom Level: Second
Media Room Level: Basement
Other Level: Main
Property Features
Frontage Type: See Remarks
View Type: None
Attic: Floored - Partial; Stairs - Perm
Basement: Partially Finished
Construction: Wood Frame
Unit Type: 4 Bedroom Or More
Exterior Features: Gas Log; Irrigation System
Exterior Finish: Aluminum Siding; Brick
Fencing: Metal/Ornamental
Foundation: Slab
Parking Features: Circular Driveway; Off Street; On Site
Patio and Porch Features: Enclosed; Patio; Porch
Roof: Composition
Levels: 3 Story or More
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Forced Air; Heat Pump
Heating System Fuel Source: Electric; Natural Gas
Water Heater: Electric
Utilities: Natural Gas Available; Sewer Available; Water Available
Sewer: Municipal Sewer
Water Source: Municipal Water; Well
Fireplace Features: Basement; Great Room
Flooring: Carpet; Slate; Tile; Wood
Interior Features: Entrance Foyer; Gas Log; Kitchen Island; Pantry; Walk-in Shower; Walk-In Closet(s); Wet Bar; Whirlpool
Laundry Features: Hookup - Dryer; Hookup - Washer; Laundry Room
Dining Room Type: Combination; Formal
Other Structures: Fountain; Gazebo
HOA and Neigh Amenities: No Amenities
Rooms: Bedroom 1; Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Bedroom 4; Bedroom 5; Bedroom 6; Bonus Room; Breakfast Nook; Den; Dining Room; Kitchen; Laundry; Living Room; Master Bedroom; Media Room; Other
Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; USDA Loan; VA Loan
Room Information
| Room Name | Length | Width | Level | Remarks |
| Bedroom 1 | 12.00 | 16.00 | Main | Guest Suite on Main |
| Other | 13.00 | 11.00 | Main | Sitting room off Bedroom 1 on Main level |
| Laundry | 11.00 | 10.60 | Main | Laundry room with Dog Wash station |
| Dining Room | 25.00 | 19.00 | Main | |
| Kitchen | 16.00 | 20.00 | Main | |
| Other | 8.00 | 14.00 | Main | Prep Kitchen |
| Breakfast Nook | 12.00 | 12.00 | Main | |
| Living Room | 28.00 | 31.00 | Main | Music Room |
| Den | 18.00 | 14.00 | Main | Study |
| Other | 15.00 | 10.00 | Main | Solarium off Study/Den |
| Bedroom 2 | 14.00 | 13.00 | Second | The London En Suite |
| Bedroom 3 | 19.00 | 16.00 | Second | The Pinehurst En Suite |
| Bedroom 4 | 19.00 | 15.00 | Second | The Manhattan Suite |
| Bedroom 5 | 21.00 | 17.00 | Second | The Englewood En Suite |
| Bedroom 6 | 18.00 | 17.00 | Second | The Brooklyn Suite |
| Master Bedroom | 20.00 | 34.00 | Second | The Barber Gandy En Suite |
| Media Room | 19.00 | 16.00 | Basement | Movie Theatre |
| Bonus Room | 29.00 | 31.00 | Basement | Game Room |
| Other | 13.00 | 14.00 | Basement | Speakeasy Lounge |
Listing Office: Pines Sotheby's International Realty
Last Updated: March - 02 - 2026
Copyright 2024 NCRMLS. All rights reserved. North Carolina Regional Multiple Listing Service, (NCRMLS), provides content displayed here (“provided content”) on an “as is” basis and makes no representations or warranties regarding the provided content, including, but not limited to those of non-infringement, timeliness, accuracy, or completeness. Individuals and companies using information presented are responsible for verification and validation of information they utilize and present to their customers and clients. NCRMLS will not be liable for any damage or loss resulting from use of the provided content or the products available through Portals, IDX, VOW, and/or Syndication. Recipients of this information shall not resell, redistribute, reproduce, modify, or otherwise copy any portion thereof without the expressed written consent of NCRMLS.