5121 Watkinsdale Avenue

A truly custom, unique, modern-farmhouse in a FABULOUS North Raleigh location! Home is really 5 bedrooms, but septic permit only allows to list as 4 bedroom. The lot has an incredible wooded/private feel, but you are really just minutes from 540. Sleek wire handrails lead to the gorgeous covered front porch with stained cedar brackets & ceiling. The main level is open concept with vaulted ceilings, executive study with custom barn doors, dining room with custom trim accent wall, stunning kitchen with a HUGE island, gas cook top, stainless hood, breakfast nook, & hidden pantry. Family room with stacked stone gas fireplace, & direct access to the 90 degree wrap around terrace, & screened porch with gas FP & stone surround. Custom built-ins in the mud room. 1st floor Primary Suite with zero entry shower, frame-less glass enclosure, 6ft soaking tub, & custom closet with shelves & drawers. Private Entrance Apartment/In-Law Suite with full kitchen, bedroom, bath, & laundry. Fully finished basement with a tech control room, huge laundry room with 2 washers & dryers, folding space, a sink, & cabinets. Full bath with walk in shower, gym/office/flex room with walk-in closet - all bedrooms have generous walk in closets, too! Monstrous 30 x 32 entertainment room with full bar, 4 TV's, & ceiling surround sound entertainment system. Perfect space for watching sports, playing games, shooting pool, or relaxing in the impressive bar area- complete with vintage brick accent wall, additional fridge, stainless steel sink, wine fridge, & kegerator. Guests can relax while sitting at the bar and watching one of 4 potential TV's! Unique concrete room off the bar area would be perfect for a wine cellar! There are also 2 bedrooms, & a shared bathroom upstairs & separate from the In law suite/apartment. Outdoor spaces include over 800 sqft on the main level, including a screened porch, terrace, and a 1240 sqft patio off the basement. Electric & Gas in place to add lighting, hot tub, & gas grill, & there is already plumbing installed for an outdoor shower and drain. Permitted for a pool, too! The whole house has upgraded electrical, there are 4 HVAC/heat units and 2 tankless water heaters with circulating pumps for instant hot water, and a constant pressure well pump that pumps a minimum of 22 gallons per minute. The garage and back deck patio have a Full Chip Polyurea concrete coating with lifetime warranty. Seller has also made space to add an elevator if wanted - see plans in MLS docs.