Welcome to this country retreat, a peaceful lifestyle you may be looking for! Secluded in River View Estates, this 3 bedroom/2 bath ranch home offers privacy on nearly 10 acres in Franklinton, NC. Best of both worlds with country living yet conveniently located about 10 minutes/7 miles to downtown Franklinton with shopping, restaurants, & more! This home has had one owner since being spec built in 1991. Home needs to be updated. Large family room has vaulted ceilings with wood beams and a stone fireplace. Spacious primary bedroom suite. Laundry closet with custom shelving and electric hookups are off the kitchen; washer & dryer convey. Refrigerator conveys. Ceiling fans throughout home. 3rd bedroom light w/ceiling fan not working. Interior upgrades made: New microwave in 2025, HVAC in 2016, electric water heater in 2006, linoleum and carpeting approximately 6 years ago, washer & dryer approximately 7 years ago. refrigerator approximately 12 years ago. Exterior upgrades: new roof in 2012 with 35-year architectural shingles warranty and new well pump in 2025. Large front covered porch with a gate for pets which can be screened in easily. Private 9.78 acre property with partially cleared front yard. Wooded areas can be cleared to make additional room for: barn for up to 3 horses with pasture & round pen, ATV trails, golf putting green, or other outdoor activities! A lot of land to build an attached garage, ADU, back porch or deck, shed, or whatever you can envision (approval required by small HOA). Please read restrictive covenants. Concrete pad can be used for extra parking for your RV or boat, add a carport or use as an entertainment area with fire pit. Long, private driveway (recycled asphalt) adds seclusion while entering property. Outdoor storage closet off back of house and walk-in crawlspace. Front porch benches (2) will be removed. Frame holding swing will stay but swing will be removed. Rainbarrow will stay. Freestanding oncrete blocks will stay. Freestanding pipes used to contain firewood will stay. A hidden gem for nature lovers. Schedule a showing and come make this beautiful property your cabin home in the woods!