A rare offering of privacy, intelligent design, and understated luxury--this is a home for those who value space, sustainability, craftsmanship, and a meaningful connection to the natural surroundings. Tucked away on a serene 2.01-acre homesite between Pittsboro and Chapel Hill, this custom-designed 3-bedroom, 3-bath passive solar residence offers approximately 2,429 square feet of artfully planned living space where privacy, craftsmanship, and sustainability come together beautifully. Thoughtfully oriented to capture natural light and enhance energy efficiency, the home showcases sophisticated passive solar design elements including strategic window placement, brick flooring, underground concrete walls, roof overhangs, and natural shade that work in harmony with the landscape. Inside, refined details create a warm yet distinctive sense of place, from the renovated kitchen with granite countertops, hand-laid tile, and an adjoining herb garden into the dining and family room anchored by a handcrafted wood-burning fireplace. A partially underground family room with a Baby Bear woodstove adds architectural character while supporting the home's efficient solar performance. The living room has hardwood flooring, access to deck overlooking back yard, and masonry wood-burning fireplace. The spacious primary suite offers a tranquil retreat with a cedar walk-in closet and custom bath including separate shower, jetted tub and custom cabinetry. Recent enhancements, including a new roof and new hot water heater, complement two regularly maintained Trane HVAC heat pump systems for year-round comfort. Outdoors, the property continues to impress with a fenced backyard, wired workshop with air compressor, multiple storage buildings for vehicles, boats, and equipment, and Duke Energy-approved wiring for a portable generator. A rare blend of quiet luxury, intelligent design, and natural beauty--just minutes from the conveniences of Pittsboro and Chapel HIll.
Listing Snapshot
Inside Area (SqFt)
2,429 sqft
Recent Activity
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General Features
Foundation
Brick/MortarCombinationRaisedSlabOther
Green Energy Efficient
ConstructionExposure/ShadeInsulation
Levels
One and One HalfTwo
Parking
CarportCoveredDetachedDetached CarportDrivewayGravelNo GarageParking PadPrivateStorageWorkshop in Garage
Property Condition
Updated/Remodeled
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Security
Security GateClosed Circuit Camera(s)
Sewer
Private SewerSeptic Tank
Special Circumstances
Standard
Style
Cape CodModernRustic
Utilities
Cable AvailableElectricity ConnectedPhone AvailableWater Connected
Interior Features
Appliances
DishwasherDouble OvenDryerElectric CooktopElectric OvenElectric RangeElectric Water HeaterFree-Standing Electric RangeFree-Standing RangeMicrowaveRangeRefrigeratorStainless Steel Appliance(s)
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s)Central AirDualElectricHeat PumpMulti Units
Fireplace Features
Dining RoomFamily RoomGreat RoomWood BurningWood Burning Stove
Flooring
BrickCarpetCeramic TileHardwoodTileVinyl
Heating
Wood StoveCentralElectricFireplace(s)Heat PumpPassive SolarSolarNone
Interior
Built-in FeaturesCeiling Fan(s)Entrance FoyerGranite CountersHigh CeilingsRecessed LightingSoaking TubStone CountersStorageVaulted Ceiling(s)See Remarks
Laundry Features
Electric Dryer HookupLaundry RoomMain LevelWasher Hookup
Window Features
Insulated WindowsScreensSkylight(s)
Bedroom 2
Dimensions - 11.3 x 10.5Level - Main
Bedroom 3
Dimensions - 11.5 x 9.0Level - Main
Entrance Hall
Dimensions - 7.2 x 3.9Level - Main
Family Room
Dimensions - 17.2 x 12.5Level - Main
Kitchen
Dimensions - 17.8 x 13.6Level - Main
Laundry
Dimensions - 7.2 x 5.5Level - Main
Living Room
Dimensions - 20.9 x 14.5Level - Main
Master Bathroom
Dimensions - 17.2 x 8.6Level - Second
Master Bedroom
Dimensions - 17.2 x 14.3Level - Second
Recreation Room
Dimensions - 26.8 x 12.2Level - Second
Sunroom
Dimensions - 12.9 x 7.1Level - Main
Exterior Features
Construction Details
CedarWood SidingSee Remarks
Exterior
GardenPrivate EntrancePrivate YardRain GuttersStorageOther
Fencing
Back YardChain LinkFencedGatePartial
Lot Features
WoodedBack YardFront YardGentle SlopingMany TreesPrivateRectangular LotSecludedSloped
Other Structures
Shed(s)Workshop
Patio And Porch
CoveredDeckEnclosedFront PorchRear PorchScreenedSee Remarks
Waterview
RuralTrees/Woods
Windows/Doors
Insulated WindowsScreensSkylight(s)
Community Features
Accessibility Features
Therapeutic Whirlpool
Building Access
Front Middle
Financing Terms Available
CashConventional
School District
https://www.chatham.k12.nc.us
Schools
School Districthttps://www.chatham.k12.nc.us
Elementary SchoolChatham - Perry W Harrison Elementary
Middle SchoolChatham - Margaret B Pollard Middle School
High SchoolChatham - Northwood High
Listing courtesy of Virginia Ferguson of Century 21 Southern Lifestyles
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