Nearly impossible to find! Four BR, 2 BA, one-level, close-in Hickory location on over an acre with no city taxes! Original owner of this solidly constructed home was a master gardener. Enjoy mature flowering trees, shrubs, rock-lined pond & waterfall in huge backyard perfect for recreation, crops, private relaxation & entertaining. All brick ranch with full bsmt features living room w/rock FP, large eat-in kitchen & plentiful cabinets, laundry connections on 2 levels, new security system, replacement windows, & potential for expansion. 4th BR closet has stackable washer/dryer connection & units remain. Bsmt offers large wood-burning brick FP, utility sink, workshop area, 3rd functioning toilet, 2nd laundry area & lots of space ready to become a man cave or rec rm. Long asphalt drive leads to large dble carport. A few updates would make this unique property quite a showplace. Located on private, dead-end street just minutes from shopping, dining, Hickory parks & Lenoir Rhyne Univ.