2341 Sanctuary Dr, Raleigh, NC 27606

2341 Sanctuary Drive | Raleigh, NC 27606 On the Cusp of Cary & Raleigh -- The Best of Both Worlds At $1,499,999 and just $261 per square foot, this exceptional 5,744 square foot Amward custom home is priced significantly below comparable active listings in the Sanctuary community, where competing homes sell for $340 to $400 per square foot. For a buyer who understands value, this is the one. Custom-built by award-winning Amward Homes with over 60 years of local building expertise, this is the rare opportunity where price, size, quality, and location align in your favor -- a five-year-old immaculately maintained home on a sprawling 0.75-acre lot with a massive flat backyard bordered by private woods, delivering modern construction standards and fresh finishes without the uncertainty of a brand-new build. You Really Can Have It All. The floor plan is exceptional -- choose between a main-level or second-level owner's suite, both with stunning views, plus a dedicated main-level office, offering a flexibility that adapts to any lifestyle. The open, modern layout flows effortlessly from the gourmet kitchen -- featuring floor-to-ceiling white cabinetry and a sprawling island -- into a warm family room with coffered ceilings and a custom-tiled fireplace. Entertain in the elegant dining room or gather around the wet bar perfectly positioned between the living and dining areas. What sets this home apart is the way natural light and private backyard views follow you through every main living space -- the kitchen, the breakfast nook, the family room, and the main-level owner's suite all overlook the same stunning wooded backdrop, creating a seamless connection between indoors and out. This north-facing home draws exceptional light through oversized windows and double sliding doors that open directly to your covered deck and backyard. Outdoor Living at Its Finest. Step outside to a 12x20 covered back porch with a fireplace and an adjoining 20x22 open-air deck -- both finished in premium custom Trex decking -- set against a deep, flat, wooded backyard perfect for entertaining or quiet evenings by the fire. Space for Every Need. Upstairs, discover a second owner's suite, three generous bedrooms each with walk-in closets and private bathrooms, a bonus room, a flexible exercise and hobby room, and a newly finished recreation and game room with two large storage closets. A separate HVAC unit was installed in 2023, providing long-term efficiency and peace of mind. The oversized 3-car side-entry garage includes an electric vehicle charger, an extended driveway, and an extra parking pad for everyday convenience. A Location That Does the Work For You. Perfectly positioned on the Raleigh and Cary border, close to everything without sacrificing the peace and privacy of a wooded estate lot: - Crossroads Shopping and groceries -- 2 miles, under 5 minutes - Waverly Place Shopping and Dining -- approximately 3 miles, about 8 minutes - Fenton Shopping and Dining -- approximately 7 miles, about 12 minutes - Downtown Cary Park -- approximately 7 miles, about 12 minutes - REX Hospital, UNC Health -- approximately 7 miles, about 12 minutes - WakeMed Cary -- approximately 6 miles, about 10 minutes - WakeMed Raleigh -- approximately 12 miles, about 18 minutes - Duke Raleigh Hospital -- approximately 14 miles, about 20 minutes - RDU International Airport -- approximately 18 miles, about 25 minutes - Downtown Raleigh -- approximately 14 miles, about 20 minutes This home has been fully vetted -- inspections and documents are available for review.