This 2019 Speight Built custom home in popular Mordecai is a rare find, blending quality, timeless craftsmanship with modern elegance. Boasting impeccable details throughout including rich hardwood flooring on most of the first & second levels & detached studio, heavy moldings,, custom built-ins and energy efficient solar panels -this home is a true standout. The home's brick columns and front porch welcomes you in and invites you to stay awhile! Its expansive main level is perfect for entertaining and everyday convenience. It includes a spacious family room with gas fireplace surrounded by built-ins that opens to the dining area that overlooks the backyard and a showstopping chef's kitchen, complete with a large island with farm sink, quartz countertops, stainless steel hood over a 5 burner Dacor gas cooktop, double KitchenAid microwave & convection ovens, and glass-front display cabinets. The adjacent large scullery kitchen adds even more functionality with a second refrigerator, 3 walls of open shelving & cabinetry, abundant quartz counterspace & a desk area for a command center. Upstairs, the luxurious owner's suite features a spa-inspired shower, 2 separate vanities, a private WC and a generous walk-in closet with loads of built in features. There is direct access to the laundry room from the owner's closet as well as the hallway and to upstairs bonus room. Bedrooms 2 and 3 each have their own en suite bathrooms, and a hidden access between the closets of Bedrooms 2 and 3 adds a touch of whimsy and fun. The light-filled bonus space could be an additional BR, sharing access to the Jack-and-Jill bath with BR 3. The thoughtful layout includes a spacious first-floor guest suite and a fully finished third-floor walk-up flex space ideal for a home gym, office, or media room. The large mudroom, accessed from the rear entry, is outfitted with custom built-ins, keeping things neat and making organization a breeze. Other features include plantation & custom blinds, transom windows, and tankless water heater. The detached 2-car garage includes garage storage solutions, an EV charger and a fully finished second-story studio with beautiful hardwood floors, a private entrance and full bath-perfect as a guest retreat, home office, or rental opportunity. Note this additional 545 SF, brings the total finished space to over 4900 SF! Enjoy the flat, fenced backyard, ideal for play or pets, all within walking distance to the vibrant Person St & Seaboard shops, local dining at Stanbury, Crawford & Son, Jolie, etc., Two Roosters Ice Cream, Yellow Dog Bakery, Wine Authorities, Krispy Kreme and neighborhood parks that make Mordecai one of Raleigh's most beloved neighborhoods. Enjoy luxury living, convenience and lifestyle in the heart of Raleigh!