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Chapel Hill, NC 27516Built in the early 1900s, this authentic farmhouse invites you into a life where every beam tells a story. Inside, you'll find old brick floors, timeworn hardwoods, and jewel-toned stained glass that dances with natural light. The heart of the home is a spacious, light-filled kitchen featuring soapstone counters, SubZero fridge, a 48'' AGA induction range with three ovens, generous cabinetry, a large island, and an eat-in area that adds warmth and flexibility. The living room impresses with soaring ceilings, exposed beams, a wood stove, and a gallery-style staircase. A vintage dining room sets the tone for gatherings. The first-floor owner's suite offers a light-filled curved sitting room, antique fireplace, clawfoot tub, and hand-carved marble-top vanity. Upstairs: two bedrooms, a loft, and storage. A 1,524 sqft guest cottage adds income or creative space. The entire property is a Certified Bird Friendly Habitat, with fruit trees, pond, gardens, chicken coop, and a front porch made for taking it all in.
$1,195,000
3 bedrooms
3 full bathrooms
6 acres
3,435 square feet
$348 per square foot
Additional Property Information
- TypeSingle Family Residence
- Built1903
- NeighborhoodBirnam Woods
- CountyChatham
- AreaChapel Hill
- Elementary SchoolChatham - Perry Harrison
- Middle SchoolChatham - Margaret B Pollard
- High SchoolChatham - Northwood
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- Interior Features
- Property Features
- Construction Materials Fiber Cement, Wood Siding
- Exterior Features Balcony, Fenced Yard, Rain Gutters, Private Yard, Fire Pit
- Fencing Fenced, Wood, Partial
- Lot Size Acres 6
- Other Structures Guest House, Poultry Coop, Storage, See Remarks, Outbuilding
- Parking Features Gravel, Driveway
- Patio And Porch Features Side Porch, Front Porch, Deck
- Structure Type Site Built
- Above Grade Finished Area 3,435
- Appliances Electric Water Heater, Built-In Refrigerator, Range Hood, Dishwasher
- Cooling Heat Pump, Zoned, Separate Meters, Central Air, Dual, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Cooling Y/N Yes
- Fireplace Features Wood Burning Stove, Stone, Bedroom, Dining Room, Family Room, See Remarks
- Fireplaces Total 4
- Flooring Brick, Concrete, Linoleum, Hardwood
- Heating Heat Pump, Forced Air, Central, Propane
- Heating Y/N Yes
- Interior Features Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Chandelier, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Master Downstairs, Beamed Ceilings, High Ceilings, Pantry
- Laundry Features Electric Dryer Hookup, Main Level
- Rooms Total 11
- Window Features Insulated Windows
- Association Fee Frequency Annually
- Association Fee Includes Road Maintenance
- Association Y/N Yes
- Lot Features Agricultural, Secluded, Front Yard, Corner Lot, Garden, Meadow, Orchard(s), Native Plants, Waterfront, Waterfall, Farm, Private, Hardwood Trees, Views
- Tax Annual Amount 5075.4
- Water Source Well, Shared Well
- Year Built 1903
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