This immaculate Craftsman-style home in NE Raleigh combines timeless charm with modern functionality, offering an open and versatile floorplan. The first-floor guest suite/office, complete with access to a full bath, ensures your visitors are comfortably accommodated. Elegant living spaces are enhanced by 9-foot ceilings, lots of light, luxury vinyl plank flooring, and a spacious open layout perfect for both relaxation and entertaining. The kitchen features a bar-height dining counter, granite countertops, warm maple cabinetry, a striking marble tile backsplash, and a cozy breakfast nook. The separate dining room provides an ideal space for more formal gatherings or can easily serve as additional living space to suit your needs. Upstairs, a bright and airy loft provides a flexible space for any number of uses, from a casual lounge area to a home office or playroom. The generous primary bedroom (12x17) boasts a tray ceiling, while the owner's bath offers a luxurious garden tub, separate shower, tile floors, and a spacious walk-in closet. Relax and unwind on the inviting front porch, perfect for chatting with neighbors, or enjoy peaceful evenings on the screened-in porch overlooking the fenced backyard. With thoughtful updates like a new gas water heater (2023), a 22kw whole-home generator, and a sealed crawl space with dehumidifier system, this home offers peace of mind and exceptional value in a highly desirable neighborhood.