Nestled on a peaceful cul-de-sac lot in Wake Forest, NC, this charming 1 ½ story home boasts a striking exterior with stone and fiber cement lap siding, complemented by painted shake accents and elegant black shutters. A welcoming front porch, featuring a stone floor, a substantial round column, and a black entry door flanked by sidelights and a transom window, invites you inside. The convenience of a side-load two-car garage adds to the curb appeal. Enjoy outdoor living at its finest with a rear screened porch, complete with skylights and access to both an entertaining deck and a separate grilling deck. Inside, discover a main floor living area enhanced by site-finished hardwood floors. The two-story foyer, illuminated by a chandelier, creates a grand entrance. A main floor study, thoughtfully designed with built-in cabinets and bookshelves, offers a perfect workspace. The formal dining room, with its large cased opening and transom windows, is ideal for gatherings. Relax in the family room, featuring vaulted ceilings with skylights and a natural gas fireplace with a granite surround and mantle. The hardwood stairs, recently updated with new handrails and newel posts, gracefully lead to a second-floor walkway bridge. The updated kitchen is a chef's delight, showcasing granite countertops, a center island, a black farm-style sink, a tile backsplash, double ovens, a gas cooktop with a microwave exhaust vent, under-cabinet lighting, and a double-door pantry closet. The breakfast room, open to the kitchen and providing access to the screened porch, is perfect for casual dining. Retreat to the main floor primary bedroom, featuring hardwood floors, a double trey ceiling with crown molding, and a ceiling fan. The luxurious primary bath offers a jetted tub, a separate tile and glass walk-in shower, dual vanities, a private water closet, and a custom walk-in closet with wood shelving and sweater boxes. A convenient powder room with a cherry vanity is located off the main floor hall for guests. The mudroom, complete with a tile floor, laundry area, mop sink, and drop-off bench with exterior and garage access, adds practicality. Upstairs, you'll find three bedrooms, including one spacious enough to serve as a bonus or recreation room, and a full bath with dual vanities and a tub/shower with tile walls. Walk-in access to the attic and HVAC unit provides added convenience.