Seller now offering buyer $5,000 closing cost! Beautifully maintained, this home offers high-quality updates throughout. Step inside to a bright, open layout featuring rich hardwoods that flow through the main level, stairway, loft, and upper hallway. The gourmet kitchen is a true standout, featuring stainless steel appliances, a gas range with hood, center island, and an expansive layout that includes a custom built-in wine rack in the butler's pantry, and a built-in storage bench in the breakfast area. The living room centers around a cozy gas fireplace, and the recently tiled half bath adds a touch of elegance to the main floor. Upstairs, a spacious loft offers flexible living space, while the oversized primary suite serves as a private retreat with an upgraded en-suite bath. Step outside to enjoy the covered back porch, overlooking a fully fenced yard perfect for play or pets. The epoxy-coated garage floor adds durability and a polished look to the two-car garage. You'll be tucked into a quiet neighborhood with private Neuse River Access, and minutes from major highways, shopping, dining, and grocery stores- just 2 miles from the new Publix grocery store coming soon! Extras: This home is wired for Google Fiber.