Located in the heart of North Raleigh, with no city taxes, on over 2 landscaped acres and at the rear of a private cul-de-sac is this gorgeous custom built basement home. This property impresses from the outside to the inside. Beautiful lush landscaping and natural surroundings greet you as you approach the home and enter the long driveway with circular turnaround and side-entry 3-car garage. The courtyard features a fountain, an expansive stone patio and a wraparound porch measuring over 65' in length with ceiling fans, recessed lighting and outdoor audio installed in the bead board ceiling. Inside you'll find an interior that has been recently refreshed with new paint, updated lighting and new carpeting. The main level features a bright, modern kitchen with quartz counter tops, stainless appliances, center island, white cabinetry with under cabinet lighting, subway tile, walk-in pantry and a sitting area featuring a gas fireplace. Enjoy entertaining in the expansive rec room with vaulted ceilings, stacked stone fireplace and skylights. Central to the main level is the dining room and a family room featuring soaring two-story ceilings. 1st floor primary bedroom, ensuite bath with vaulted ceiling and a walk-in closet. The spacious basement features a bedroom, full bath, plumbed bar with beer taps, gas fireplace and multiple flex rooms to use as you please - fitness room, home offices, game/media room etc. The second level features three bedrooms and two full baths. Other features include: new dual 50 gallon hot water tanks in 2023, roof new in 2021, irrigation and security systems, water softener, plantation shutters, whole house audio and almost 800 sq ft of walk-in storage.