1816 Sandoval Dr, Durham, NC 27703

With only a few opportunities to purchase a home with over 3000 sq feet in Brightleaf, this one is a knock-out GEM! Curb appeal abounds with a welcoming front porch, landscaped yard & lovely elevation with stone veneer & shake accents. The foyer is spacious & inviting with details like wainscoting. To the right you find the guest or in-law suite. Continue into the home & it opens up to the kitchen, dining area & family room. This space will be enjoyed on a daily basis & when entertaining--no one will be left out of the fun! Cook gourmet meals in the expansive kitchen where you'll find stainless appliances, upgraded cabinetry with soft close drawers/doors & pull-out inserts, a timeless tile backsplash & beautiful quartz countertops. The amazing pantry with built-in shelving is steps away! The 2-story wall of windows above the dining area will be your daily view. This offers beauty & natural light. In warmer months, enjoy the screened in porch, deck & well-sized backyard. When it's time to retire for the day, the primary suite is on the first floor--you won't have far to travel! The bedroom is lovely & spacious with a tray ceiling & designer light/fan that casts a romantic glow onto the walls. The bathroom is magazine worthy with a HUGE walk-in tile shower, double vanity, separate water closet & extra spacious walk-in closet. You will not want to leave this spa-like space! The 2nd floor will continue to WOW you with a huge loft forentertaining friends & 4 other bedrooms plus a full bathroom. Currently one of the rooms serves as the media room &another a private decked-out office space with built-in kitchenette! There is a pull-down attic with storage space plus if you need even more square footage, there is space beyond the loft (above the family room) to finish & customize as you wish. There is so much flexibility in this home for daily life, work from home or other needs. Come tour & fall in love!