

Are you searching for the perfect, move-in ready, micro farm nestled on a couple of acres in beautiful Hillsborough, NC? This lovingly maintained Orange County homestead is just 5 minutes from downtown Hillsborough, 20 minutes to Duke University and downtown Durham, and 15 minutes to UNC Hillsborough—ideal for working from home or commuting into town. Set on a lushly landscaped and deer-fenced 2.33-acre lot, this quintessential farmhouse is a gardener's dream. The fertile soil is already prepped for planting, with existing blueberry and blackberry bushes, fig trees, pecan tree, grapevines, asparagus, and garden plots ready for your green thumb. There's even a chicken coop and a perfect spot for bee hives! A detached gardening shed offers ample space for tools and equipment, making it easy to turn this property into a thriving source of seasonal produce. The home itself features a welcoming wraparound front porch and an oversized rear deck with a pergola—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Inside, you'll find beautifully refinished hardwood floors throughout both levels (no carpet here!), and freshly painted walls that brighten every space. A dramatic, two-story foyer leads into an open, spacious floor plan that includes a formal dining room, a formal living room or office, and a cozy family room with a wood-burning fireplace. The kitchen is designed for function and style, featuring a center island with granite countertops, a Viking 6-burner induction cooktop and double ovens, and a refrigerator that conveys. The main floor also includes a half bath and a laundry room with stone tile floors, built-in cabinetry, and wainscoting—washer and dryer included. Upstairs, you'll find four spacious bedrooms plus a true bonus room over the garage. The large primary suite boasts a walk-in closet with wood shelving, and an en suite bathroom complete with a corner garden tub, glass block window, tile shower, and tile floors. Additional highlights include: abundant natural light throughout, solar panels on the roof for energy efficiency, two Trane heat pumps, side-load two-car garage, asphalt driveway, and minutes to Eno River walking trails. This special property blends country charm with modern convenience—ready for your lifestyle and vision.
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