317 2nd Street, Smithfield, NC 27577

Known as the "Lyon House," take a hunt thru the home and see how many lions you can find? This is a home with lots of charm and character and hopes to return to the elegance of its past. Hardwoods, dentil moulding, chair railing, wainscoting, pine paneling, built-in china cabinets, carved mantle, 2 fireplaces, 9-ft ceilings, built-in bookcases. Huge covered back porch (12.5x46) that overlooks big back yard. Formal living room (16.5x14.8) with fireplace, grand dining room (12.5x16.6), spacious foyer (9x15), handsome pine paneled den (14x17) with fireplace. Two large bedrooms and a full bath on second floor. Plus a finished walk-in attic (unheated) that was used for crafts, storage, and child's playroom. Hallway has built-in bookcases galore. The enclosed side porch (unheated) was used as an office. House is being sold in its present condition. Located within 3 blocks of downtown and close to restaurants, library, churches, museums, and shops. Property is being sold by a recently-named heir who has never lived there.