1004 Downs Dr, Hillsborough, NC 27278

Gorgeous country estate just five miles north of Hillsborough on scenic NC86. Eight miles to UNC Hospital Hillsborough Campus. Five miles to I-40/I-85. Fifteen miles to Chapel Hill. 1.5-acre cul-de-sac lot in a small subdivision surrounded by rolling farmland and forest. Classic low-country design with large wrap-around porch in front, and a very private, newly-screened porch at the back. Oversized 3-car garage has room for workshop space. Carport parking for additional cars, boat, or use as a Bar-B-Q/picnic shelter. Finished rooms above the garage are cedar-lined. Soaring foyer greets you and your guests. First-floor office has amazing built-ins. Large formal dining room with built-ins. Lovely breakfast room with arched openings to the main living area. Living room is two-story with catwalk above. Spectacular floor-to-ceiling brick fireplace with wood-burning insert. Newly upgraded kitchen has island, custom shelving, and dramatic tile backsplash. Refrigerator, washer, and dryer convey with the home. The primary bedroom is on the main level and has a custom-designed closet and lots of windows. Hardwood floors throughout the main level. Laundry room, powder room, and a cleaver drop-zone are on the main level near the garage. All bathroom floors are tile. On the second floor, you will find three additional generously-sized bedrooms with LVP flooring. Fourth bedroom could be used as a bonus room or second office. Energy-efficient Geothermal heating. Fiber Internet is available in addition to satellite Internet provided by the HOA. Propane tank (owned and conveys) for grill and space-heater in garage. Since 2022, when the current owners purchased the home, they have replaced the roof, added water filtration, refinished the floors, replaced the toilets and some plumbing, and did a complete kitchen remodel including new sink, dishwasher, range, microwave, refrigerator, cabinets, countertops, lighting, island, and backsplash tile. Easy-care vinyl siding exterior. Termite bond has been maintained. A small portion of the driveway is shared. Home is within one-half mile of a Voluntary Agricultural District. Decorating Allowance may be provided with Reasonable Offer.