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Charming c.1909 stucco farm house privately located on 37+ acres overlooking Goose Creek s 4 Bedrooms, 2.5 baths with full basement and walk-up attic. Includes 1800’s stone and frame water-powered grist mill s5 Stall Barn sFenced paddocks sTwo large spring fed ponds sPerfect location for someone seeking a country lifestyle with incredible privacy. In Piedmont Hunt. $1,395,000
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