24200 Cherry

Chapel Hill, NC 27517

Strategically placed on 1.45 acres with enchanting pond views, 24200 Cherry is a grand estate home, in Chapel Hill's coveted Governors Club, a Jack Nicklaus signature golf course community. The home features a great room with a cathedral ceiling, detailed moldings, four fireplaces, and primary suite on the main, with adjacent library/executive office. The winding driveway to a circular entrance sets the stage. Mature landscaping creates exceptional privacy, and water views are a premium feature in this gated golf course community. Spanning 7500 square feet, this four-bedroom, five full and two half-bath residence is designed for both everyday family life and large-scale entertaining. The scale of the property provides everyone with plenty of room and privacy. An elegant two story foyer with marble tile flooring and sweeping staircase connects the first-floor living spaces. Custom "eyebrow" arches frame entrances to the adjoining rooms. The living room is sophisticated yet inviting, with a gas fireplace framed by a custom mantel, stone surround and a seating nook in front of the curved turret window. The great room features towering floor-to-ceiling windows and built-in cabinetry with gas fireplace, mantle and surround. The wet bar and corresponding cabinetry connect to the kitchen for easy food and beverage access. This incredible space is perfect for large gatherings to watch college football rivals, family movie nights or entertaining for the holidays. The Chef's kitchen is an entertainer's dream, featuring SubZero refrigeration and Dacor appliances, including a six burner gas range. Bespoke cabinetry and a significant island anchor the kitchen, which opens to the casual dining area and screened porch with vaulted ceiling. A bonus is the easy access to the tiled deck with serene views overlooking the paver patio, firepit, brick pizza oven and pond. The primary suite is an owner's haven, positioned for privacy. Significant features include a gas fireplace, sitting area with vaulted ceiling and access to the rear patio. The generous spa-inspired bathroom features custom stonework, dual vanities, walk-in shower and jetted tub. This wing also provides access to the library or executive office. The second floor covers 2,400 sf with three well-sized bedrooms, three full baths (two ensuite) and a massive, versatile bonus room with skylights that spans the area over the three-car garage. The finished lower level is designed for fitness, fun and flex space. Multiple options abound for an ideal work-out room, golf simulator or home theater. The additional bedroom/office with adjacent full bath could be used as an au pair or caretakers suite. Outside, the grounds feel as carefully designed as the interiors. An expansive stone deck sits directly off the kitchen and great room, for easy al fresco dining and entertaining. Beyond, stairs lead down to an expansive and private patio and lawn framed by mature trees, perfect for a future pool. A fire pit sits just steps away for evenings that linger well past dinner. This impressive estate is ready for a new owner to make their own statement, creating a home that offers an exceptional sense of privacy, space, and tranquility while remaining connected to the best of the Governors Club lifestyle. A September, 2026 appraisal valued the home at $2.4M.

Listing courtesy of Gretchen Castorina of Compass -- Chapel Hill - Durham



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