20 Bella Vita Drive
Clayton, NC 27527Majestic Luxury in the Highly Coveted Portofino Equestrian Community! Nestled on a sprawling corner lot, this exquisite 4 bedroom, 4 bath home offers 3,291 square feet of masterfully designed living space, showcasing craftsmanship, comfort, and sophistication at every turn. Step inside the dramatic two-story foyer and living room, where a stunning stone masonry gas-log fireplace anchors the space beneath soaring ceilings and abundant natural light. A study with cathedral ceilings and French glass doors and a formal dining room with elegant wainscoting and a tray ceiling set the tone for refined living. The open-concept layout flows effortlessly into a gourmet kitchen adorned with a coffered tray ceiling accented by rustic wood beams, high-level granite, custom cabinetry, a grand center island, stainless steel appliance package, and walk-in pantry. Adjacent breakfast and living areas make this the perfect space for both entertaining and everyday living. The main-level primary suite is a serene retreat featuring a double tray ceiling, sitting area, and an indulgent spa-like ensuite with a double-sided walk-in tile shower, dual vanities, built-in makeup vanity, custom closet built-ins, and designer lighting. A secondary bedroom and full bath on the main level add convenience for guests or multigenerational living. Upstairs, discover a loft with built-ins, bonus/media room with darkened blinds for movie nights, and 2 additional bedrooms, each with hidden bookshelf closet doors and walk-in attic access. Every bathroom showcases tile and granite finishes, continuing the home's refined aesthetic throughout. Outdoor living shines with a stained beadboard-covered back porch, brick paver patio, and stone fireplace overlooking mature landscaping that ensures privacy and tranquility. Enjoy a stone covered front porch & steps, Hardiplank and stone masonry exterior, a side-entry 2 car garage, and an expansive concrete parking pad. All of this set within Portofino, an amenity-rich equestrian community featuring 7 miles of walking and riding trails, two resort-style pools, two elegant clubhouses, sand volleyball, Ali 2 Stables horse boarding and training facilities, and trailer/camper storage. Conveniently located near abundant dining, shopping, and recreation, this home blends luxury living with the unparalleled charm of country elegance.
$875,000
4 bedrooms
4 full bathrooms
0.81 acres
3,291 square feet
$266 per square foot
- Exterior Features
- Interior Features
- Property Features
- Attached Garage Y/N Yes
- Construction Materials Fiber Cement, Stone
- Door Features French Doors
- Exterior Features Rain Gutters, Fire Pit
- Fencing Invisible
- Garage Y/N Yes
- Lot Size Acres 0.81
- Parking Features Parking Pad, Garage Door Opener, Attached, Driveway, Off Street, Concrete, Garage, Garage Faces Side, Inside Entrance
- Patio And Porch Features Rear Porch, Porch, Covered, Patio, Front Porch
- Pool Features Swimming Pool Com/Fee, Community, Waterfall, In Ground, Outdoor Pool
- Structure Type Site Built, House
- Above Grade Finished Area 3,291
- Appliances Refrigerator, Gas Oven, Ice Maker, Gas Range, Microwave, Tankless Water Heater, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Water Heater, Range Hood, Dishwasher, Self Cleaning Oven
- Basement Crawl Space
- Cooling Central Air, Heat Pump, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
- Cooling Y/N Yes
- Fireplace Features Living Room, Outside, Stone, Gas Log
- Fireplaces Total 2
- Flooring Tile, Carpet, Vinyl
- Heating Central, Fireplace(s), Natural Gas, Electric, Heat Pump, Forced Air
- Heating Y/N Yes
- Interior Features Smooth Ceilings, Water Closet, Bathtub/Shower Combination, Beamed Ceilings, Crown Molding, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Double Vanity, In-Law Floorplan, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Eat-in Kitchen, Recessed Lighting, High Speed Internet, Built-in Features, Central Vacuum, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Shower, Shower Only, Tray Ceiling(s), Coffered Ceiling(s), Dual Closets, Pantry, Chandelier, Master Downstairs, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Open Floorplan, Breakfast Bar, Separate Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Granite Counters
- Laundry Features Main Level, Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Sink
- Rooms Total 12
- Window Features Blinds, Insulated Windows
- Association Amenities Pond Year Round, Landscaping, Maintenance Grounds, Gated, Stable(s), Pool, Trail(s), Clubhouse, Billiard Room
- Association Fee Frequency Monthly
- Association Fee Includes Maintenance Grounds, Road Maintenance, Security, Insurance, Storm Water Maintenance
- Association Y/N Yes
- Builder Name Kirkwood
- Community Features Sidewalks, Gated, Stable(s), Street Lights, Pool, Fishing, Clubhouse
- Lot Features Front Yard, Back Yard, Landscaped, Open Lot, Corner Lot, Hardwood Trees, Sprinklers In Front, Views
- Tax Annual Amount 4902.5
- Water Source Public
- Year Built 2017
Additional Property Information
- TypeSingle Family Residence
- Built2017
- NeighborhoodPortofino
- CountyJohnston
- AreaClayton
- Elementary SchoolJohnston - Thanksgiving
- Middle SchoolJohnston - Archer Lodge
- High SchoolJohnston - Corinth Holder
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