Situated on truly one of the nicest lots North Raleigh has to offer, this beautiful custom-built home offers outdoor serenity that is hard to duplicate. Surrounded by rich landscaping, is a home perfect for both quiet enjoyment and welcoming family and friends. Outside you'll find an expansive back deck that includes both covered and open areas and features gorgeous Ipe wood decking and seasonal water views. The large wrap-around front porch features stone flooring. Inside you'll find the perfect pairing of function and comfort with the home's many gathering spaces. Particularly pleasing is its great open flow, the updated kitchen, the family room with two-story windows that let in an abundance of natural light, a first-floor guest suite, and the large finished basement with dedicated space for a home gym and tons of storage options. Upstairs are four bedrooms, including the owners' suite, and a bonus room perfect for a home office. Also noteworthy is the newly-installed roof, which features CertainTeed Landmark architectural shingles, and the spectacular backyard which is pool ready! The home is very convenient to Research Triangle Park for commuting to work. Although the home has five bedrooms (four up and one down) with an optional 6th bedroom, the septic is permitted for four bedrooms.