Single Family Residence In Durham

Ideally located within a short drive of Durham, Chapel Hill, and Hillsborough, this exceptional home offers easy access to universities, medical centers, shopping, dining, and major highways. Tucked into Montvale, a quiet 28-home community with no through traffic, the property features a spacious ¾-acre lot with wooded views, generous separation from neighboring homes, and a backyard bordering 55 acres of wooded land. This energy efficient brick home offers four bedrooms and three full bathrooms, and an additional versatile main-level bedroom or office ideal for guests, working from home, or multigenerational needs. Upstairs, the expansive bonus room provides endless possibilities for a media room, fitness area, playroom, or creative studio. Beautifully landscaped grounds, with a private well available to keep flowers and vegetable gardens thriving through the summer heat. A wood-burning fireplace complete with five cords of hand-split, neatly stacked firewood. The welcoming front porch offers a front-row seat to the changing seasons. The spacious two-car garage features a generous parking pad and approximately 3.5 feet of additional clearance around parked vehicles, providing valuable room for storage. Additional storage awaits in the oversized, floored attic, complete with windows and electricity, offering excellent potential for future conversion. Another unique opportunity lies in the walk-in storage space off the cathedral-ceiling bedroom, featuring a window and presenting exciting possibilities for an additional bathroom or expanded living space. Major updates offer added peace of mind, including a new roof in 2023, well pump in 2025, gas furnace and air conditioning in 2019, refrigerator, garbage disposal, and gas range in 2020, and a renovated primary bathroom in 2015. Cherished and carefully maintained by its original owners, this inviting property combines a convenient location, enduring brick construction, flexible living spaces, and natural beauty. Come experience the privacy and comfort that make this Montvale home such a wonderful place to call home.