1608 Stannard Trl Raleigh, NC 27612

Listing details for 1608 Stannard Trl, Raleigh, NC 27612 : Presenting an unparalleled home in coveted Inman Park. Built for entertaining, this stunning home lives like a ranch with three bedrooms, two full baths, and a powder room on the main floor. Step inside to experience relaxed elegance and a functional floorplan. You'll be greeted by a sunny foyer, formal dining, and formal living areas. You'll love the airy, bright feeling of the open concept defined by crown moldings and a tray ceiling. The chef's kitchen is open to the family room and relaxed dining. Prepare to be impressed by the Thermador suite that includes a refrigerator, freezer, and wine fridge. The island is graced with waterfall granite rounded out by lighted cabinetry and a natural gas cooktop. Relax in the warm, welcoming family room adorned with custom shelving and a coffered ceiling. Built-in speakers throughout the home are perfect for ambient music. The highlight of the main floor is the A-frame screened porch with ceiling fans and decorative shelving. The primary bedroom comes complete with hardwood floors and a luxury bath featuring a door-free shower, heated floors and towel rack, and expansive closet with built-in shelving. A door to the screened porch offers easy access for morning coffee in the beautiful outdoors. On the upper floor, you'll find a wide-open space with a full bath, perfect for use as a guest suite, exercise room, game room, or office. An additional heated and cooled storage space is perfect for stowing anything you want to keep out of extreme temperatures, and even more storage can be found two floored attic spaces. One of the best features of the home is the walk-out basement featuring a bedroom, full bath, mini-kitchen, and a fireplace. The space is currently used as a home theater and wine bar, but can easily accommodate a gracious guest suite. Perhaps best of all is the back yard. Entertain in style on the patio shaded by a beautiful arbor reminiscent of a Tuscan winery. Natural gas tiki lights radiate a warm glow while the natural gas fireplace takes the chill off of a cool evening. Custom lighting really sets the tone, and even the simplest of events are elevated when you host in this impressive outdoor space. Enjoy the community pool or nearby greenway trail, where one direction will take you to Shelley Lake, and the other to Crabtree Mall. Great location near shopping, great restaurants, and entertainment.