834 Oxbow Crossing Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27516

This beautiful home on two acres is less than 10 minutes from Chapel Hill and is loaded with special architectural details of quality and beauty. The front porch, a peaceful place to sit in a rocking chair under a fan or just enjoy the fresh air, welcomes you into the bright and sunny foyer with transom windows and sidelights surrounding the front door. Gleaming maple floors and oak accents add natural beauty. The bright yet cozy library with two walls of built-in bookcases is directly off the foyer and affords a wonderful space to read or watch TV (note the space for your flat screen TV), along with a secret passageway. It would also serve well as a home office or study. You will want to enjoy every meal in the beautiful dining room with its wall of windows on two sides. There is also direct access to the front porch for al fresco dining or entertaining. The wood burning fireplace with its stone surround and majestic hearth is a lovely anchor for the soaring ceilings in the two-story living room. Custom built-in cabinetry provides storage for media and other items and clerestory windows bring in light from above. The kitchen features a corner sink and has been updated with honed granite countertops, a sophisticated accent. There is plenty of counter space with a center work island and bar stools provide storage for those wishing to visit with the cook. The walk-in pantry leads to the mudroom and has been plumbed for a sink which the seller will install if desired.The sun room with wood ceiling connects to the screened porch and would also serve well as breakfast nook or family room area. The luxurious porch has vaulted ceilings and opens to a large stone patio complete with bench seating for entertaining. The spacious main floor master features a sitting nook overlooking the beautiful wooded yard and opens to the screened porch. With a sitting area and large walk-in closet, this space is a true retreat. The Honed granite countertops with tiny fossils are a beautiful touch in the spacious master bath and multiple windows bring in sunlight and fresh air. The whirlpool tub and large tiled shower with frameless doors also feature two shower heads including one rain shower for an everyday vacation feeling. Upstairs, a loft with window seat and bookshelves is a beautiful place to retreat and observe the world from a unique perspective. Each of the three upstairs bedrooms has its own unique features including window seats with storage, built-in bookshelves and interesting windows. There are two full baths serving the upstairs three bedrooms, each with tub/shower combination and tastefully decorated. The bonus room over the garage includes a bath with shower and dormers with window seats. The bonus room is floored with the same beautiful maple as the main floor. Built-in shelving flanks the television nook and lines the back wall as well. The upstairs office is floored with durable walnut and well-appointed with a built-in bank of cabinets and desk space. The side entry three-car garage provides plenty of room to store cars and other personal belongings, and there are three heating and air conditioning zones for maximum efficiency. 834 Oxbow Crossing - a beautiful example of timeless architecture that you will be happy to call home.