12 E Barrett Road
Pinehurst, NC 28374
7 Beds
8.5 Baths
10,405 sqft (on 1.19 acres)
7 Beds
8.5 Baths
10,405 sqft
(on 1.19 acres)
Local Information
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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.
Home Highlights
Parking
Open Parking
Outdoor
Porch, Patio
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$312
Listed
111 days ago
Home Details for 12 E Barrett Road
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Interior Details Basement: Partially FinishedNumber of Rooms: 16Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Bonus Room, Breakfast Nook, Den, Dining Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Media Room, OtherWet Bar |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 7Number of Bathrooms: 10Number of Bathrooms (full): 7Number of Bathrooms (half): 3 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 10405 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water AvailableAppliances: Vented Exhaust Fan, Gas Oven, Built-In Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator, Humidifier, Dryer, Double Oven, DishwasherDishwasherDryerLaundry: Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,Laundry RoomRefrigeratorWasher |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Electric,Forced Air,Heat Pump,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Electric |
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace: Gas LogHas a Fireplace |
Gas & Electric No Electric on Property |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Flooring: Carpet, Slate, Tile, Wood |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Levels: Three Or MoreFloors: Carpet, Slate, Tile, Wood |
View View: See Remarks |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: CompositionPatio / Porch: Enclosed, Patio, PorchFencing: Metal/OrnamentalOther Structures: Fountain, GazeboExterior: Irrigation System, Gas LogFoundation: Slab |
Parking & Garage No Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking: Circular Driveway,Off Street,On Site |
Frontage Frontage Type: See RemarksRoad Frontage: City Street, State RoadNot on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
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Cumulative Days on Market: 45Days on Market: 111 |
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Year Built Year Built: 1919 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: Wood FrameArchitecture: Historic District |
Building Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, BrickNot a New Construction |
Property Information Parcel Number: 00022361 |
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Price List Price: $3,250,000Price Per Sqft: $312 |
Status Change & Dates Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow |
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MLS Status: Active |
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Direction & Address City: PinehurstCommunity: Old Town |
School Information Elementary School: Pinehurst ElementaryJr High / Middle School: West PineHigh School: PinecrestHigh School District: Moore County Schools |
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Listing Agent Listing ID: 100550100 |
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Building Area Building Area: 10405 Square Feet |
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HOA Fee Frequency (second): AnnuallyAssociation for this Listing: Mid Carolina Regional MLSNo HOA |
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Lot Area: 1.19 Acres |
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Special Conditions: Third Party Approval |
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Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, USDA Loan, VA Loan |
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Mls Number: 100550100Attic: Partially Floored, Permanent StairsAbove Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetShowing Requirements: Appointment Only, Call Listing Agent, Lockbox |
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HOA Amenities: None |
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Keith Harris, (704) 905-9338
Pines Sotheby's International Realty
Rachel A Hernandez, (910) 528-0112
Pines Sotheby's International Realty
Originating MLS: Mid Carolina Regional MLS
Source: Hive MLS, MLS#100550100
Also Listed on Hive MLS.
Price History for 12 E Barrett Road
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/19/2026 | $3,250,000 | Listed For Sale | Hive MLS #100550100 |
| 01/23/2024 | $2,800,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 03/31/2023 | $1,895,000 | Sold | Hive MLS #100297016 |
| 12/09/2022 | $1,895,000 | Pending | Hive MLS #100297016 |
| 10/27/2022 | $1,895,000 | PriceChange | Hive MLS #100297016 |
| 08/24/2022 | $2,250,000 | PriceChange | Hive MLS #100297016 |
| 05/28/2022 | $2,500,000 | Listed For Sale | Hive MLS #100297016 |
| 04/25/2022 | ListingRemoved | LPRMLS #669974 | |
| 09/24/2021 | $2,500,000 | Listed For Sale | MCR #208161 |
| 12/12/2019 | $2,040,000 | Sold | Hive MLS #195984 |
| 08/13/2019 | $2,175,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 07/10/2019 | $2,495,000 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 10/29/2018 | $2,495,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 08/11/2018 | $2,700,000 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 07/13/2018 | $2,700,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 09/06/2012 | $899,731 | Sold | N/A |
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Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2024 |
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| Tax | $17,731 |
| Assessment | $3,097,140 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 12 E Barrett Road
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.30 | Single-Family Home | $2,900,000 | 10/16/25 | 6 | 5.5 | 5,600 | |
0.13 | Single-Family Home | $2,295,000 | 02/06/26 | 4 | 4.5 | 4,608 | |
0.25 | Single-Family Home | $1,250,000 | 10/27/25 | 4 | 5 | 3,817 | |
0.46 | Single-Family Home | $1,962,500 | 11/21/25 | 5 | 5.5 | 4,650 | |
0.38 | Single-Family Home | $1,725,000 | 03/31/26 | 4 | 4.5 | 3,824 | |
0.24 | Single-Family Home | $1,575,000 | 07/29/25 | 5 | 4 | 3,550 | |
1.06 | Single-Family Home | $3,500,000 | 03/31/26 | 6 | 7 | 8,389 | |
0.22 | Single-Family Home | $1,350,000 | 11/17/25 | 4 | 3.5 | 3,022 | |
0.12 | Single-Family Home | $1,480,000 | 04/17/26 | 3 | 3.5 | 2,637 |
Assigned Schools
These are the assigned schools for 12 E Barrett Road.
- Pinecrest High School
- 9-12
- Public
- 2221 Students
5/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageI have a senior and a graduate from Pinecrest. They both had positive experiences. The graduate is now working on a master’s degree.Parent Review6mo ago - Pinehurst Elementary School
- K-5
- Public
- 624 Students
10/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageIn an effort to provide an open and honest review, I'll start with the good... The school is safe and clean, the new building opening next school year is massive and state-of-the-art, the majority of the teachers are great, and Principal communication is good (robocalls daily). Now the not-so-good... Our children spent several years at this school, made many friends and great memories. As the years progressed, we noticed changes in regards to the education and discipline approaches. Discipline issues ruled the classrooms each year (with little/no consequences for bad behavior). Kids who are middle or high performing are left completely unchallenged. The teachers are overwhelmed with nonstop digital assessments and teaching just to meet the EOG testing requirements to pass the students at the end of the year. As we started to pay more attention to what our children were (not) learning, we realized they weren't being challenged at all and decided to move to a local charter school. Many of the teachers are amazing and loving, but they are not empowered with the ability to effectively discipline or provide any structured curriculum to help the students advance beyond the status quo, or even get to grade level in many cases. Additionally, the school focuses heavily on social-emotional learning in order to guide student emotions in a certain way psychologically. It's nonstop... What color of emotion are you feeling today? Take an emotion survey today that will go to a 3rd party for analysis. Tell the school counselor how you feel today. It started to seem like assessing and documenting student feelings was more important than student academics/learning.MCS needs an overhaul, because it's not just PES but other district schools too. Perhaps MCS should get back to focusing on academic excellence, or more children will leave the traditional public school system and go to charter or private.Other Review5y ago - West Pine Middle School
- 6-8
- Public
- 688 Students
6/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageI had 2 children attend this school all three years and it was fine for one and a nightmare for the other. We received no support from the school regarding the bullying that was taking place for my child. Regardless of multiple calls and emails nothing was done to help the situation. My husband and I had to try to diffuse the situation. Teachers seem to have their favorites as well and we have been on both ends of the spectrum with that. Needless to say it was such a relief when both kids were out of there and started highschool. This was over 10 years ago so hopefully it has gotten much better since then but from what I have heard it has not.Parent Review1y ago 
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What Locals Say about Pinehurst
At least 100 Trulia users voted on each feature.
94 % Say car is needed
89 % Say parking is easy
88 % Say yards are well-kept
86 % Say it's dog friendly
84 % Say there's holiday spirit
83 % Say it's quiet
76 % Say people would walk alone at night
62 % Say kids play outside
62 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
56 % Say neighbors are friendly
55 % Say there's wildlife
40 % Say there are community events
29 % Say streets are well-lit
26 % Say there are sidewalks
22 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
14 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
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12 E Barrett Road, Pinehurst, NC 28374 is a 7 bedroom, 10 bathroom, 10,405 sqft single-family home built in 1919. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Hive MLS on Jan 19, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 100550100.