8540 Seldom Seen Place

Wake Forest, NC 27587

Quality Craftsmanship and thoughtful design highlight this spectacular 2021 Parade of Homes Gold Winner, perfectly situated on just under an acre of lush, professionally landscaped grounds. Boasting an eye-catching board-and-batten and shingle exterior with custom landscape lighting, this home offers 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and 1 half bath spread across 4,274 square feet of finished living space. Step inside to an impressive open floor plan featuring striking wood ceiling beams, a cozy masonry fireplace, and a built-in custom bar shelving wall in the main living space. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's delight, complete with a large center island, elegant pendant lighting, custom wood-accented open shelving, and all GE Cafe appliances. The main level features a stunning primary suite highlighted by dramatic dark wainscoting accent walls, Sonos sound, and a spa-like bath with a freestanding soaking tub framed by plantation shutters. A dedicated half bath for guests and two additional bedrooms connected by a versatile Jack and Jill bathroom, complete with a custom walk-in shower featuring safety grab bars, complete the main level. The upper level elevates entertainment with a spacious media and great room featuring a wet bar with a sink, countertops, and a cafe-style mini-fridge. Upstairs also includes a full bathroom and flexible upper-level bonus spaces featuring matching hardwood floors and their own dedicated HVAC system, ideal for a home gym, craft studio, or conditioned storage. Beyond the luxury finishes, this home is equipped with numerous high-end upgrades not found in many properties, including a 26kw whole house generator, a professional RainBird irrigation system, gutter guards all around, Sonos surround sound in the primary bedroom and back deck, a mini-split system in the garage, a Kinetico water system, landscape lighting, a motorized deck awning with lighting, and an encapsulated walk-in crawl space. Step outside onto the gorgeous screened porch boasting a rich wood-paneled ceiling, modern black framing, and a ceiling fan, overlooking the private, tree-lined backyard. This award-winning property is a must-see, seamlessly blending custom architectural details with high-end, functional living.

Listing courtesy of Greg Dyer of DRT Realty LLC



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