12 Barrett Rd E

Pinehurst, NC 28374

$3,250,000
Price
7
Beds
10,405 Sq. Ft.
$312 / Sq. Ft.
10,405
Sq. Ft.
$312
per Sq. Ft.
Thistle Dhu
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."
Side Exterior
Thistle Dhu
Gated Entrance
Fountain View
Exterior
Exterior
Gazebo
Grounds
Arched french doors leading to the grand foyer through the loggia.
Arched french doors leading to the grand foyer through the loggia.
Grand foyer with access to formal living room, formal dining room and half bath, staircases to second floor and basement, and kitchen areas.
Grand foyer with access to formal living room, formal dining room and half bath, staircases to second floor and basement, and kitchen areas.
Formal Dining with built-in corner china hutches and gallery wall.
Dining Room
Dining Room
Kitchen
Kitchen
Kitchen
Kitchen
Kitchen to Breakfast Nook
Breakfast Nook
Butlers Pantry
Great Room
Great Room with Fireplace
Sitting or Dining Area
Study
Study
Solarium
Main floor bedroom suite with private wing with a large living area and full bathroom.
Main floor bedroom suite with private wing with a large living area and full bathroom.
Main Level
Grand Foyer
Second Level
The Manhattan Suite
The Manhattan Suite
The Manhattan Suite
Guest Bathroom
The Brooklyn Suite
The Englewood Suite
The Englewood Suite
The Englewood Suite
The Englewood Suite
Dressing Room with Laundry Hook Up
The London Suite
The London Suite
The London Suite
The London Suite
The Barber Gandy Suite
The Barber Gandy Suite
The Barber Gandy Suite
The Barber Gandy Suite includes 2 full separate, baths with Kohler Air-Jet tub, Kohler soaking tub and each with a walk-in shower.
The Barber Gandy Suite includes 2 full separate, baths with Kohler Air-Jet tub, Kohler soaking tub and each with a walk-in shower.
Dressing Room
The Barber Gandy Suite includes 2 full separate, baths with Kohler Air-Jet tub, Kohler soaking tub and each with a walk-in shower.
The Barber Gandy Suite includes 2 full separate, baths with Kohler Air-Jet tub, Kohler soaking tub and each with a walk-in shower.
Linen Room or Master Closet
Linen Room or Master Closet
The Pinehurst Suite
The Pinehurst Suite
The Pinehurst Suite
The Pinehurst Suite
To Lower Level
Game Room
Game Room with Fireplace
To Speakeasy
Speakeasy
Speakeasy
Confessional
Movie Room
Movie Room
Powder Room
Basement

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...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.
  1. Listed by Keith Harris • Brokerage DRE #C29915 • Pines Sotheby's International Realty
    P: (704)-905-9338 C: (704)-905-9338 keith.harris@sothebysrealty.com
  2. Listed by Rachel A Hernandez • Brokerage DRE #C29915 • Pines Sotheby's International Realty
    P: (910)-528-0112 C: (910)-528-0112 rachel@rachelhernandezrealtor.com

Property Details for 12 Barrett Road East

Architectural Style
Historic District
Subdivision Name
Old Town
View
See Remarks
Waterfront
No
Zoning
R-30
LISTING UPDATED: 01/20/2026 06:47 PM

Property Details for 12 Barrett Road East

StatusActive
MLS #100550100
Days on Market6
Taxes$17,731 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1919
Lot Size1.19 AC / 51,836 SF
CountyMoore County

Location

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Building Information for 12 Barrett Road East

Stories-Year Built1919Building Size-Lot Size1.19 AC / 51,836 SF

Payment Calculator

$17,318 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$15,840

Property Taxes

$1,478

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 12 Barrett Road East

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Island Or Mainland: Mainland
  • In City Limits: Yes
  • Cobra Zone: No
  • Directions: Traveling on Hwy 5, turn onto E Barrett Rd, home will be on the corner, right side.
  • Latitude: 35
  • Longitude: -79
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street, State Road
Taxes and HOA
  • HOA And Neighborhood Amenities Club Membership: None Selected
  • Tax Other Assessment Amount Frequency: None
  • Association Amenities: None
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 00022361
  • Tax Book Number: 13
  • Tax Legal Description: Lot 316R
  • Tax Map Number: 627
  • Tax Assessed Value: $3,097,140
  • Tax Year: 2024
School Information
  • Elementary School: Pinehurst Elementary
  • High School: Pinecrest
  • High School District: Moore County Schools
  • Middle Or Junior School: West Pine
Parking
  • Detached Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport Spaces: 0.0
  • Parking Total: 0.0
  • Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Off Street, On Site
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Number: 316R
  • Style: Historic District
  • Building Area Total: 10405.0
  • Frontage Type: See Remarks
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.19
  • Lot Size Area: 1.19
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 51836.0
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 269 x 317 x 316 x 43 x 298 x 57
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 10405.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Other Structures: Fountain, Gazebo
  • Structure Type: Wood Frame
Property and Assessments
  • Deed Book: 6120
  • Deed Page: 292.0
  • Floor Plans Count: 3
  • Floor Plans Change Timestamp: 01-19-2026 05:03:07 PM
  • New Construction: No
  • Possession: Close Of Escrow, At Closing
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1919
  • Permitted Use: Public
Utilities
  • Sewer Provider: Municipal Sewer
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public, Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Finish: Aluminum Siding, Brick
  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Brick
  • Exterior Features: Irrigation System, Gas Log
  • Fencing: Metal/Ornamental
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Enclosed, Patio, Porch
  • Roof: Composition
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Total Source: Computed
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 10.0
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 7.3
  • Attic Features: Floored - Partial, Permanent Stairs
  • Heating System Fuel Source: Electric, Natural Gas
  • Water Heater: Electric
  • Master Bedroom Level: Primary Living Area
  • Appliances: Vented Exhaust Fan, Gas Oven, Built-In Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator, Humidifier, Dryer, Double Oven, Dishwasher
  • Bathrooms Full: 7
  • Bathrooms Half: 3
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 10
  • Bedrooms Total: 7
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Flooring: Carpet, Slate, Tile, Wood
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
  • Interior Features: Walk-in Closet(s), Entrance Foyer, Whirlpool, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Walk-in Shower, Wet Bar, Gas Log, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Laundry Room
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1, Other, Laundry, Dining Room, Dining Area, Breakfast Nook, Living Room, Den, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Master Bedroom, Media Room, Bonus Room
  • Rooms Total: 16
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Guest Suite on Main
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 16.0
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
Room 2
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Description: The Pinehurst En Suite
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Width: 16.0
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 3
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Description: The London En Suite
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Length: 25.0
  • Room Width: 19.0
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 5
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Description: Speakeasy Lounge
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Type: Other
Room 6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Prep Kitchen
  • Room Length: 8.0
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Type: Other
Room 7
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Width: 20.0
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 8
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Laundry room with Dog Wash station
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Width: 10.6
  • Room Type: Laundry
Room 9
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Description: The Manhattan Suite
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Width: 15.0
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room 10
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Description: The Brooklyn Suite
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Width: 17.0
  • Room Type: Bedroom 6
Multi Family
Multi Family Information
  • Unit Type: 4 Bedroom Or More
Income & Expenses
  • Operating Expense: $.00
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Sold Exclusive: No

Property History for 12 Barrett Road East

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 19, 2026

Listed (Active)

NCRMLS #100550100

$3,250,000—
Jan 22, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1525888728

$2,800,000

+54.3% / yr

Mar 31, 2023

Sold

NCRMLS #100297016

$1,895,000—
Feb 27, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1508432855

$1,895,000

-2.3% / yr

Dec 9, 2022

Listed (Active)

NCRMLS #100297016

$2,500,000—
Dec 8, 2022

Pending

NCRMLS #100297016

—
Dec 1, 2022

Expired

TRIANGLEMLS #LP669974

—
Apr 25, 2022

Withdrawn

Longleaf Pine REALTORS #669974

—
Oct 27, 2021

Listed (Active)

NCRMLS #100297016

$2,500,000—
Sep 24, 2021

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #LP669974

$2,500,000—
Sep 24, 2021

Listed (Active)

Longleaf Pine REALTORS #669974

$2,500,000—
Dec 12, 2019

Sold

NCRMLS #195984

—
Dec 12, 2019

Pending

NCRMLS #195984

—
Dec 12, 2019

Sold

NCRMLS #195984

$2,040,000—
Dec 2, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1349149351

$2,040,000—
Aug 13, 2019

Listed (Active)

NCRMLS #195984

$2,175,000—
Jul 9, 2019

Withdrawn

NCRMLS #191100

$2,495,000—
Oct 29, 2018

Listed (Active)

NCRMLS #191100

$2,495,000—
Aug 11, 2018

Withdrawn

NCRMLS #186168

$2,700,000—
Jan 24, 2018

Listed (Active)

NCRMLS #186168

$2,949,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/19/2026

Listed (Active)

NCRMLS #100550100

$3,250,000
01/22/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1525888728

$2,800,000

+54.3% / yr

03/31/2023

Sold

NCRMLS #100297016

$1,895,000
02/27/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1508432855

$1,895,000

-2.3% / yr

12/09/2022

Listed (Active)

NCRMLS #100297016

$2,500,000
12/08/2022

Pending

NCRMLS #100297016

—
12/01/2022

Expired

TRIANGLEMLS #LP669974

—
04/25/2022

Withdrawn

Longleaf Pine REALTORS #669974

—
10/27/2021

Listed (Active)

NCRMLS #100297016

$2,500,000
09/24/2021

Listed (Active)

TRIANGLEMLS #LP669974

$2,500,000
09/24/2021

Listed (Active)

Longleaf Pine REALTORS #669974

$2,500,000
12/12/2019

Sold

NCRMLS #195984

—
12/12/2019

Pending

NCRMLS #195984

—
12/12/2019

Sold

NCRMLS #195984

$2,040,000
12/02/2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1349149351

$2,040,000
08/13/2019

Listed (Active)

NCRMLS #195984

$2,175,000
07/09/2019

Withdrawn

NCRMLS #191100

$2,495,000
10/29/2018

Listed (Active)

NCRMLS #191100

$2,495,000
08/11/2018

Withdrawn

NCRMLS #186168

$2,700,000
01/24/2018

Listed (Active)

NCRMLS #186168

$2,949,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 12 Barrett Road East

Taxable ValueLand$576,270Additions$2,520,870Total$3,097,140
Tax Record2024$17,731 ($1,478 / month)
Home Facts
Beds10Baths7.5Total Finished SqFt9,730 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt9,730 SqFtStories2Lot Size51,836 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1919ZoningR-30CountyMOOREAPN00022361Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 12 Barrett Road East

This home is within Moore County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Pinehurst Elementary School
Public - K to 5
West Pine Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Pinecrest High School
Public - 9 to 12
Connect Academy
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Pinehurst Elementary School
PublicK to 5

West Pine Middle School
Public6 to 8

Pinecrest High School
Public9 to 12

Connect Academy
PublicK to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 12 Barrett Road East, Pinehurst, NC 28374

12 Barrett Road East is a single family home for sale in Pinehurst, NC 28374. This property was listed for sale on January 19, 2026 by Pines Sotheby's International Realty, it's currently listed at $3,250,000. It has been on the market for a total of 6 days and was last sold on January 22, 2024. This listing's school district is Moore County School District. Nearby schools include Pinehurst Elementary School, West Pine Middle School and Pinecrest High School. 12 Barrett Road East is a 7-bed, 10-bath, 10,405 sqft single family home built in 1919.

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