2040 Hopeton AvenueRaleigh, NC 27614Price: $715,000

Stunning Charleston-style home with curb appeal, ideally situated on a pristine sidewalk and picket fence lined street in the desirable Bedford at Falls River community. Tucked along a peaceful low-traffic street where birds chirping set the tone, this beautifully maintained home offers timeless architecture, elegant details, and inviting living spaces throughout. The signature Charleston piazza welcomes you with classic charm, featuring the front door visible from the street while the main entrance is privately positioned at the end of the porch. Inside, you'll find gleaming hardwood floors, detailed moldings, plantation shutters, and a dramatic two-story family room filled with abundant natural light and centered around a cozy fireplace. Designed for both everyday living and entertaining, the kitchen and family room truly serve as the heart of the home. The spacious kitchen features a massive center island overlooking a private breakfast nook or reading area, ample cabinetry, pantry storage, and stainless steel appliances including a gas cooktop, wall oven, built-in microwave, dishwasher, and refrigerator that conveys. The formal dining room impresses with extensive trim work, elegant columns, an arched foyer entry, tray ceiling, chair rail, and wainscoting. A first-floor bedroom with ensuite full bath and tile flooring offers flexibility for guests or multigenerational living, along with the convenience of a first-floor laundry room. Upstairs, dual staircases provide both style and function--hardwood stairs from the foyer lead to the main landing, while a rear staircase from the kitchen offers direct access to the spacious bonus room. The vaulted primary suite is a true retreat with soaring ceilings, private balcony access, and two walk-in closets, one currently used as a home office. The luxurious primary bath features tile flooring, dual sink vanity, a large corner tub, separate tile shower, water closet, linen storage, and plentiful natural light. Additional upstairs spaces include another generously sized bedroom, full bath, and oversized bonus room with abundant closet space. Enjoy peaceful outdoor living from the screened porch overlooking the private patio area. Rear alley-access garage entry leads conveniently through the laundry room into the heart of the home. Every inch of this beautiful home is thoughtfully designed and impeccably cared-for.