246 Cumberland Avenue

Chris & Kelly Dunbar                     

Built in 1895, this classic American shingle-style gem was once the home of Asheville’s legendary Hazel Robinson, founder of Montford Park Players. A meticulous 2018 restoration thoroughly modernized the home while retaining and showcasing its historic charm. On the spacious front porch the original doorbell announces your arrival, then the lovely foyer welcomes you into a home replete with architectural details. The heart of Chris and Kelly Dunbar’s home is a stunning chef’s kitchen that flows onto the veranda. The primary suite blends modern amenities and classic charm. In its ensuite bath you’ll find a fireplace, steam shower, clawfoot tub, and a private balcony. Discover beautifully preserved original hardwood floors, pocket doors, 5 fireplaces, a library, and a secret passageway. Books left in the loft from the previous owner are displayed in the primary and guest bedrooms, lending mystery and authenticity. Visit the rear yard where a stately, brick-lined saltwater pool surrounded by extensive gardens and espaliered apple trees creates a true urban oasis.  If you have an eerie feeling of déjà vu as you tour this home, you may be recognizing it from an episode of the 2021 hit show “Peripheral”.