$2,649,000 - 2751 Toxey Drive, Other

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Designed by noted Raleigh architect Arthur McKimmon and built in 1956 as his personal residence, this architecturally significant house is for sale and must be seen to fully appreciate all that it offers. A private retreat located in one of Raleigh’s most desirable neighborhoods inside the beltline. A perfect family home that is, at the same time, excellent for entertaining. The living room is large and welcoming with a gas fireplace and sliding doors that take you to the expansive bluestone patio and private landscaped rear yard. The spacious kitchen with beautiful honed granite countertops, new appliances and beautifully crafted mahogany cabinets is a natural gathering place and opens up to a comfortable sunroom to have your morning coffee. A handsome powder room is tucked off the kitchen and side entry. The primary bedroom is a sanctuary with a sitting room, natural light, and gorgeous views. The primary bathroom is spacious with soaking tub and shower, his and her separate areas, as well as huge his and her closets. Second and third bedrooms on main level are spacious and light filled with a shared full bath that still has the original built in clothes hamper. Downstairs has a large den and bedroom with ensuite bathroom, as well as the perfect wine room and walkout covered patio. Convenient access to the outdoors is provided bv patios on each level. But, the best feature is the outdoor room, just steps away from the living room and adjacent patio which was added in 2020. Featuring a masonry wood-burning fireplace, copper roof, and blue stone hearth and knee-wall surround, it is the most perfect spot to enjoy the fantastic landscape and the private paradise. (Features tankless hot water, hardwoods and Italian tile and terrazzo tile in entry.). Short distance to Raleigh's best schools St. David's, Aldert Root and Oberlin Middle School. Entry Only Listing, e-mail Broker for all seller info.