512 Hertford Street
Raleigh, NC 27609Nestled on a picturesque 1.32-acre lot in the highly sought-after Country Club Hills, this elegant brick four-level home with cedar shake roof was thoughtfully designed by Jo Ewing and meticulously crafted by Hollingsworth & White - featuring a dramatic two-story foyer with switch-back staircase which leads to the handsome study with custom cabinets and spacious dining room with patterned hardwood floors and bay window - the centrally located gourmet kitchen includes KitchenAid and Wolf appliances, a large center island and 3-sided breakfast nook which adjoins the the gorgeous sunroom with 17' ceilings and the warm, sophisticated family room with fireplace and built-ins - broad expanses of glass span the back of the house and include French doors to the oversized deck which provides an intimate connection to the natural setting and a glimpse of Crabtree Creek - the first floor also includes a secluded guest suite (or primary) with double vanity and two walk-in closets- the spacious second floor landing flows to the spa-like primary retreat with his-n-her vanities and walk-in closets plus whirlpool tub and separate shower - there are two additional bedrooms with large closets and shared bath - the conveniently located laundry room includes sink and plenty of storage - the third floor boasts a rec room (or BR #5) with a wall of windows and a full bath with oversized cedar closet - the expansive, unfinished basement (48' x 39') includes a two-car garage (with room for additional vehicles), a workshop area, and abundant storage - the oversized, wrap-around deck with cable railing spans the rear with steps to the parking pad below - the front walk intersects the brick retaining wall that lines the winding concrete driveway with ample parking - well-maintained home with many recent updates - excellent schools - magnificent property!
- Exterior Features
- Interior Features
- Property Features
- Attached Garage Y/N Yes
- Construction Materials Block, Brick, Concrete
- Door Features French Doors
- Exterior Features Private Yard, Rain Gutters
- Garage Y/N Yes
- Lot Size Acres 1.32
- Parking Features Additional Parking, Attached, Basement, Concrete, Covered, Deck, Driveway, Garage, Parking Pad, Secured, Storage, Workshop in Garage
- Structure Type House
- Water Body Name Crabtree Creek
- Above Grade Finished Area 4,617
- Appliances Dishwasher, Disposal, Down Draft, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Oven
- Basement Block, Concrete, Exterior Entry, Full, Interior Entry, Storage Space, Sump Pump, Unfinished
- Cooling Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Multi Units, Zoned
- Cooling Y/N Yes
- Fireplace Features Family Room, Gas Log, Masonry, Wood Burning
- Fireplaces Total 1
- Flooring Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Tile
- Heating Central, Fireplace(s), Forced Air, Natural Gas, Zoned
- Heating Y/N Yes
- Interior Features Bookcases, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Dual Closets, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Second Primary Bedroom, Storage, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Shower, Whirlpool Tub
- Laundry Features Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Sink, Upper Level
- Rooms Total 13
- Association Amenities None
- Builder Name Hollingsworth & White
- Lot Features Hardwood Trees, Irregular Lot, Landscaped, Many Trees
- Tax Annual Amount 13959.75
- Water Source Public
- Waterfront Y/N Yes
- Year Built 1988
Additional Property Information
- TypeSingle Family Residence
- Built1988
- NeighborhoodCountry Club Hills
- CountyWake
- AreaRaleigh
- Elementary SchoolWake - Root
- Middle SchoolWake - Oberlin
- High SchoolWake - Broughton
Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeService. © 2026 Triangle MLS, Inc. of North Carolina. All Rights Reserved. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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