609 Mallard Ave, Durham, NC 27701

This 1920s arts and crafts home has more character(s) than the entire Game of Thrones storyline, and is bound to have a much better ending for its new owners. Tall ceilings with tongue and groove woodwork provide an airy, old school feel, but the stylishly updated kitchens and baths are modern through and through, with a nod to the art deco style that was prevalent when the house was built. The large, separate dining area is close (but not too close) to the kitchen, so sight lines are preserved along with the resident chef's need for elbow room. A metal roof completes the old meets new theme, and provides a white noise soundtrack for those rainy evenings at home. A cozy and fenced back yard gives enough space for cool weather BBQs, pets, or small (and large) humans to gather and tumble. All of this plus it's just a 15 minute walk to the Parlour for those end-of-summer (or, who am I kidding, year-round) ice cream cravings.