Elegant & Move-In Ready North Raleigh Custom Residence 5 Bedrooms | 5.5 Bathrooms | Finished Basement | Beautifully Landscaped | No City Taxes | No HOA | Step into timeless elegance in this beautifully designed and meticulously maintained custom residence located in the highly sought-after Sussex Acres subdivision of North Raleigh. Situated on a private 0.93-acre corner lot, this impressive 3,867-square-foot home showcases exceptional craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and outstanding functionality, while offering rare benefits of no city taxes and no HOA restrictions. This spacious home offers a thoughtfully designed floor plan that includes a large gourmet chef's kitchen with center island +walk-in pantry, dramatic two-story great room, dedicated laundry room, fully permitted finished basement, screened porch, open deck +built-in seating, multiple patio areas, and an oversized 2-car garage +epoxy floor. Blending timeless quality with modern upgrades, this exceptional property delivers comfort, flexibility, and luxury living in one of the Triangle's most desirable communities. Open-Concept Living & Gourmet Chef's Kitchen Designed for both everyday living and entertaining guests, the bright and open floor plan seamlessly connects the kitchen, dining, and living space. Highlights include: • Custom natural wood kitchen cabinetry with soft-close doors and drawers, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, center island, tile backsplash and large walk-in pantry • Stainless steel appliances include Monogram 5-burner gas cooktop with griddle attachment and 62,000 BTUs, built-in convection wall oven & microwave & Bosch dishwasher • Genuine site-finished hardwood floors throughout main level, plush carpet upper level, Berber carpet in lower level, and ceramic tile in bathrooms • Sculptural drywall pass-throughs, shadowbox molding, 9 ft smooth ceilings, crown molding, brushed nickel hardware, rod iron staircase balusters, oil rubbed bronze fixtures and upgraded finishes throughout • Freshly updated aesthetic with crisp, newly painted interior paired with exceptional exterior paint for added curb appeal • Dramatic two-story great room with gas log fireplace and remote-controlled window blinds • Walls of windows bathe the home in natural sunlight, creating a bright and inviting living environment • Serene screen porch area +ceiling fans opens to an expansive deck with built-in seating, multiple patio areas, landscape lighting, and an automatic irrigation system--creating the perfect setting for outdoor entertaining and relaxation Exceptional Storage & Functional Spaces • Oversized 2-car garage • Three large semi-finished unheated basement storage areas • Exterior storage building beneath deck • Dedicated laundry room with wainscoting Extensive Updates & Improvements Significant investment made to ensure years of worry-free ownership: • New front entryway stone steps (2026) • New backyard stone walkway and circular stone patio (2026) • New landscaping (2026) • Backyard retaining wall and pea gravel walkway (2020) • Architectural shingle roof (2023) • Monogram gas cooktop and Bosch dishwasher (2022) • Two gas water heaters (2018 & 2019) • Culligan Gold Series water softener (2018) Spacious Bedrooms & Flexible Living Areas The thoughtfully designed floor plan offers privacy and versatility for a variety of lifestyles. • Five generously sized bedrooms -of which 3 bedrooms have private en-suite bathrooms and the other 2 bedrooms connected by a Jack-and-Jill bathroom • Luxurious primary suite featuring a tray ceiling, oversized walk-in closet with custom built-ins, spa-inspired bath with dual vanities, Jacuzzi tub, cathedral ceiling, chandelier, and oversized shower with dual showerheads • Fully permitted finished basement with large flex room and adjacent full bathroom--ideal for guests, recreation, fitness, media, or home office use -- Watch 90-second video to better appreciate this home