3623 Carlisle Drive, Durham, NC 27707

3623 Carlisle exudes peace and tranquility from the moment you enter. This light-filled contemporary home features 4 BRs and 4 full BAs, with one BR located on the main level. Extensively renovated in 2008-2009. Step into the inviting living room, where a wood-burning fireplace adds warmth and character. The adjacent dining room provides the perfect setting for entertaining or family meals. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream, complete with high-end appliances (Bluestar gas range with 2 ovens, Sub-Zero fridge, Miele dishwasher), island with generous workspace for one or more chefs, gorgeous maple Plain and Fancy cabinetry, pantry with wine refrigerator. Spacious eat-in dining area leads to the screened porch. Conveniently located off of the kitchen is the laundry area with full height standing freezer. Library is surrounded by two walls of built-in bookcases for displaying art, books, and treasured items. This room opens to the comfortable and welcoming family room with vaulted ceiling and additional custom cabinetry. Separate staircase with unique shelving leads to the second floor bonus space with full bathroom that could be used as a home office or guest suite. The second floor features the primary BR and BA, with large walk-in closet. The windows in this room offer magnificent views of the mature hardwood trees. Two secondary BRs share the full hall BA. Enjoy the outdoors year-round in the screened-in porch. Take in the beauty and privacy of the extensively landscaped backyard with brick grill patio, stone courtyard, irrigation and drip system, landscape lighting, and numerous flowering and specimen trees and perennials. Raised vegetable garden beds await your green thumb, and a fenced yard provides a safe haven for children and pets. There is also a fenced area specifically designed for dogs including a kennel. A backyard sanctuary! 3 Bay Garage with 240V outlet in 3rd bay, attic storage, 2 work benches and attached external storage area. 20 solar panels installed in 2020 help reduce energy costs. Don't miss the opportunity to own this spectacular Hope Valley home!