2218 Stallings DriveKinston, NC 28504

This stately executive home will likely check all the boxes on your ''dream'' wish list. Built in the typical style of homes in the Piedmont region of the state, this home offers expansive upper and lower level living, allowing for panoramic views of the property from living areas and porches; So much attention to detail was paid when constructing this home -- especially to moldings and trim work plus lovely brick walkways beautify the landscape. The grand foyer is flanked on one side by a formal living room with fireplace & on the other by a huge wood paneled den with a second fireplace, floor to ceiling windows and a wall of built-ins. Large kitchen with counterspace and cabinets galore, island, almost new appliances, with an adjacent breakfast room and pantry. Add to that a beautiful formal dining room with lovely wainscoting and custom draperies. Perfect for entertaining as there is screened porch that can be accessed from the kitchen, breakfast room and den. A permanent stairway from the main level leads down to a huge (850+sf) finished basement area with large den*with additional built-ins and third fireplace, bedroom, full bath and laundry room that has ample space to add kitchenette. Beyond this level is a covered patio for outdoor relaxing/entertaining. Oversized garage with tons of storage and half bath for convenience. HUGE floored attic with permanent stairs that could easily become added sq. footage; Beautifully landscaped grounds with lots of camellias, other flowering trees and perennials so that something is in bloom every season; Very private backyard with manicured grassy area in back and more natural area at rear of property. Kinston is located halfway between Raleigh and the Crystal Coast; approximately half hour from Seymour Johnson AFB; very close to Fly Exclusive and the Global Transpark; convenient to shopping, medical facilities, schools and places of worship.