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Clayton, NC 27520This home offers 3,414 sq ft of beautifully finished space—2,766 sq ft in the main home PLUS 648 sq ft of fully finished, heated/cooled space with a full bath above the custom-built detached garage. Welcome to your dream retreat in the sought-after Wellesley community! This stunning 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers elegant living throughout and a backyard oasis with an in-ground pool, fire pit, covered patio, shed, and fully fenced yard. Enjoy tranquil views as the property backs up to a fully stocked pond, scenic walking trails, and beautiful green space. Inside, the main floor boasts hardwoods throughout, a formal dining room with coffered ceilings, a butler's pantry, and a gourmet kitchen with quartz countertops, tile backsplash, gas cooktop, and built-in appliances. The spacious family room overlooks the lush backyard, creating the perfect indoor-outdoor flow for entertaining. Upstairs, the luxurious owner's suite features a sitting area, spa-like bath, and a massive walk-in closet with direct access to the laundry room. Three additional bedrooms and a full bath complete the upper level. The custom-built detached garage suite adds another 648 sq ft of heated and cooled finished space with its own private bathroom, wet bar, and fridge—perfect for an in-law suite, private guest retreat, game/media room, or home office. Community amenities include a pool, clubhouse, pickleball courts, playground, and a stocked fishing pond. With over 3,400 sq ft of total finished space, this home offers unmatched versatility and value—don't miss it!
Additional Property Information
- TypeSingle Family Residence
- Built2018
- NeighborhoodWellesley
- CountyJohnston
- AreaClayton
- Elementary SchoolJohnston - Cleveland
- Middle SchoolJohnston - Cleveland
- High SchoolJohnston - Cleveland

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- Interior Features
- Property Features
- Attached Garage Y/N Yes
- Construction Materials HardiPlank Type
- Exterior Features Balcony, Fire Pit, Fenced Yard, Rain Gutters, Smart Light(s)
- Fencing Other, Fenced
- Garage Y/N Yes
- Lot Size Acres 0.45
- Other Structures Shed(s)
- Parking Features Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage Faces Side, Workshop in Garage, Garage, Concrete, Heated Garage
- Patio And Porch Features Front Porch, Covered, Deck, Patio
- Pool Features In Ground, Liner, Community, Private, Association, Salt Water
- Structure Type House
- Above Grade Finished Area 2,766
- Appliances Dishwasher, Washer/Dryer, Bar Fridge, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Water Heater, Refrigerator, Oven
- Basement Crawl Space
- Cooling Central Air, Electric
- Cooling Y/N Yes
- Flooring Tile, Hardwood, Carpet
- Heating Electric, Heat Pump
- Heating Y/N Yes
- Interior Features Kitchen Island, Dressing Room, Crown Molding, Smooth Ceilings, Double Vanity, Ceiling Fan(s), High Speed Internet, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower, Entrance Foyer, Water Closet, Bathtub/Shower Combination, Pantry, Dual Closets, Room Over Garage, Recessed Lighting, Eat-in Kitchen, Wet Bar, Soaking Tub, Breakfast Bar, Quartz Counters, Coffered Ceiling(s)
- Laundry Features Upper Level, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
- Rooms Total 18
- Association Amenities Picnic Area, Playground, Recreation Facilities, Trail(s), Pool, Pond Year Round, Tennis Court(s), Basketball Court, Clubhouse
- Association Fee Frequency Monthly
- Association Fee Includes Road Maintenance
- Association Y/N Yes
- Community Features Playground, Sidewalks, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Clubhouse
- Lot Features Front Yard, Landscaped, Few Trees, Back Yard
- Tax Annual Amount 3753.05
- Water Source Public
- Year Built 2018