Rare 1.56-acre corner lot in the heart of Northwest Raleigh--privacy rarely found this close to the city. Colonial Saltbox-style custom-built home featuring heart pine floors, a Sub-Zero kitchen, extensive upgrades, and utilities located at the street. 4-bedroom home on a beautifully landscaped, private corner lot in the established Stoneridge subdivision--offering a unique blend of estate-style privacy and urban convenience just minutes from Rex Hospital, Umstead State Park, Olde Raleigh Village, Crabtree Valley Mall, Downtown Raleigh, and Lenovo Center. Located within the Umstead Park overlay and outside Raleigh city limits (no city taxes), this property offers added privacy with well and septic. Public water and sewer utilities are located at the street. Inside, the home showcases quality craftsmanship with 9-foot ceilings, custom moldings, and stunning reclaimed century-old heart pine floors throughout the main level. The spacious kitchen is designed for everyday living and entertaining, featuring granite countertops, double ovens, dual sink configuration, a built-in Sub-Zero refrigerator, and a bright eat-in gathering area overlooking the wooded backyard. Additional features include colonial shutters throughout most of the home, custom built-ins, central vacuum system, whole-house water filtration and softener, and a distinctive custom copper chimney topper that adds a unique architectural focal point. The generous primary suite and well-sized secondary bedrooms provide comfortable living, while a bonus/media room over the garage and a detached workshop offer flexible space for hobbies, storage, or work. Recent improvements include CertainTeed Presidential Shake roof (2016, transferable warranty), LeafFilter gutter protection system (2024), new garage doors (2025), water softener (2023), and recent foundation improvements. Enjoy outdoor living on the tiered deck surrounded by mature trees and natural privacy. Additional highlights include a side-load 2-car garage and circular driveway. No HOA. Top-rated Wake County schools. A rare chance to own a large, private lot in one of Raleigh's most desirable locations.