149 Perfect Moment Drive , Durham, NC 27713(Durham County)

The spectacular foyer, with its multi-tray ceiling towering overhead and its polished

marble floor underfoot, is open to the formal dining room, an office, and a dazzling living

room beyond stylized columns. The foyer also hosts a grand, curving Riverwood

staircase, awash in light from several clerestory windows and a remarkable stained

glass dome. It culminates in a striking gallery-style overlook offering a mezzanine-like

view to the foyer and living room below.

An Ambiance of Spaciousness and Light

The living room, with its soaring four-place tray ceiling, glows from an abundance of

natural light, bathing the space through a dramatic floor-to-ceiling bank of 15 large multi-

pane windows. A fireplace is flanked by built-in cabinetry, while, across the room, a

picture window above a granite-topped bar showcases an adjacent temperature-

controlled wine room.

The Heart of the Home

Nearby, the culinary center is much more than just a place to prepare meals. While the

kitchen is fit for the discerning home cook or professional chef, with its high-end

stainless appliances, abundant cabinets, center island and expansive serving counter,

the generous informal dining area and comfortable keeping room create a welcoming

hub for family and friends to enjoy the fireplace or gaze at the inspiring rear grounds.

Easy exterior access creates effortless indoor-outdoor flow.

Tranquil Retreats for Owner and Guests

Convenient to all the amenities of the home’s primary living spaces, the owner’s suite is

tucked away in its own wing just off the foyer. Its cozy fireplace, walk-in closet, luxurious

bath with steam shower and spa tub, coffee bar, and access to the terrace qualify it as a

worthy retreat. Additional bedroom suites, on both the upper and lower levels of the

residence, stand ready to please the most particular family or guests.

Homage to an Indoor-Outdoor Lifestyle

While restful spaces abound upstairs, and a versatile upper-level bonus room would

make an excellent exercise, yoga or art studio, the home’s lower level is perfect for

recreation and relaxation. There is a professional quality theatre, a large open floor plan

area with recreation space, kitchen, pantry, dining alcove, lounge with fireplace and

built-in cabinetry, and a lovely bath with shower. Large multi-pane windows and doors

provide access to the rear grounds. A very private guestroom with bath and walk-in

closet ensuite also offers access to the veranda and grounds.

Year-round Amenities, Endless Possibilities, and Ultimate Convenience

There is a touch of Tuscany in the veranda, with its stone walls, rustic brick walkway,

handsome wood ceilings, and stone niche with a built-in grill. Stepping from the veranda

to the spacious terrace, one is beckoned by the sparkling pool and in-ground spa, and

enchanted by the neighboring forest, knowing that just beyond is the American Tobacco

Trail.

There is much more to this outstanding residence. In addition to its nearly 9,000 square

feet of finished living area, there are more than 1,800 square feet of unfinished attic,

lower level, and storage space, as well as an over 1,000 square-foot 3-car garage.