Charming custom craftsman-style home nestled on a tranquil country lot, just 10 minutes south of Morganton. This meticulously maintained residence has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. Step inside to a welcoming foyer and hallway featuring elegant wainscoting. The heart of the home is a bright, open-concept kitchen and living area. The kitchen boasts a spacious island, walk-in pantry, granite countertops, dedicated desk space, and abundant cabinetry. The dining room overlooks the front yard and has lots of natural light. The living room is warm and inviting with a coffered ceiling, stone fireplace, and ¾” hickory floors throughout the main level. The main-level primary bedroom with a large walk in closet and en-suite bathroom with a garden tub, a water closet and double sinks. Downstairs has an additional bedroom or home office. Upstairs, two bedrooms share a Jack-and-Jill bath and one enjoys a large balcony overlooking the front yard. An additional bedroom, hall bath, and expansive bonus/family room above the garage provide flexible space for family, guests, or hobbies. Multiple walk-in attic storage areas, accessible from several upstairs rooms, provide abundant organization and storage options. A beautiful sunroom off the living room has plenty of room for your indoor plants and opens to a backyard retreat. Step outside to a large cedar deck with custom pergola and stone fireplace. The yard is expansive and planned by a Master Gardener. It has a thoughtfully designed landscape with drought-resistant Zoysia grass, raised vegetable garden beds, a cactus garden, blueberry plants, an azalea garden, and a variety of fruit trees in the orchard. There is a large custom built outbuilding with a steel roof and power, an adorable custom built playhouse that sits at eye level with the trees, and an 8-zone irrigation system supporting the gardens and fruit trees. Modern comfort and technology are thoughtfully integrated, with HVAC units on both floors and a whole-home mesh Wi-Fi system. The oversized two-car garage includes a finished space perfect for a home office, hobby room, or custom workshop. This home offers a perfect balance of serene outdoor living, functional spaces, and quality craftsmanship-all within a private, unrestricted setting.