977 Windy Ridge Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27517

• 4 beds |
• 6 baths |
• 5,144 sqft

Property Description

Rare opportunity to own a highly respected local builder's own home on 4+ wooded acres. Thoughtfully designed and constructed to the highest standards, with custom woodworking throughout. Attention to detail and impeccable taste are evident throughout this classic yet one-of-a-kind home. Many flexible spaces throughout, allowing for both large gatherings and quiet getaways, with exceptional potential for guest accommodations, multigenerational living, or work-from-home needs. Furniture-grade interior doors and stair rails. Solid hardwood flooring. Custom 8-foot oak exterior doors. Show-stopping curved doorways leading out to a large, gracious covered porch, perfect for entertaining and family fun. First floor main bedroom suite, with gorgeous shower and soaking tub, luxurious dressing room/closet, and direct access to the back porch. Kitchen is a home chef's dream, the true heart of this home, with no detail spared - rich cherry cabinetry, high-end appliances, quartz countertops, oversized center island, breakfast nook. Kitchen opens to an inviting ''hearth room'' with gorgeous built-ins and wood-burning fireplace. The adjoining outdoor dining space, large enough for multiple seating arrangements, overlooks the lawn and beautiful woods beyond. Beautiful formal dining room with stunning custom wainscoting. Butler's pantry with floor-to-ceiling custom shelving, beverage fridge, secondary dishwasher, farmhouse sink, granite countertops. Conveniently located laundry room with custom pull out drying racks, counter-height desk space, apron front sink, and secondary full-sized refrigerator. Rounding out the first floor is a half bath and a tucked away ''garden'' room with beautiful views, ideal as a den, studio, or quiet retreat. Upstairs includes a cozy front-to-back landing, perfect to use as a homework or reading space; two gracious en-suite secondary bedrooms filled with character and custom carpentry; a game room with custom built-in twin bunk beds; and a large unfinished attic space for storage or future potential. The wide bedroom hallway features custom glass cabinetry. Back outside, steps away from the front/side porch is a carport with a finished, attached studio space, with its own heating/AC unit, Murphy bed, half bath, farmhouse sink, mini fridge and built-in work table. The studio has its own stone patio with easy access to surrounding gardens. Expansive 1400+ sq ft garage/workshop (with its own HVAC system). A dream workshop or a collector's garage. From the garage/workshop, outdoor stairs lead to an 800 sq ft loft apartment, ideal as a guest, au-pair or in-law living space. Full kitchen, bedroom, bath with tile shower, and closet with W/D. Shiplap walls and ceilings throughout. Thoughtfully designed with custom pantry storage, built-in shelving, and a pullout guest bed in the living room. Apartment includes its own HVAC system and unfinished storage space. Walk outside the apartment onto a deck overlooking lovingly established vegetable and cutting gardens, and mature fig tree. Landscaped grounds, including custom rock walls handcrafted by stone masons. Winding driveway, hardwood trees. Secluded setting and yet just 25 minutes to Franklin Street, downtown Apex, Pittsboro; 3 minutes to Jordan Lake trails, 10 minutes to boat launch; 8 minutes to the Preserve at Jordan Lake golf club. A truly distinctive property with its elevated combination of quality craftsmanship,warmth, thoughtful variety of living spaces, and seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

May 22, 2026

Data Last Updated:

August 7, 2026 at 7:39AM

Listing Office:

EXP Realty LLC : 888-584-9431

Listing Agent:

Patty McLaughlin : 919-815-7466

MLS ID:

10169281

Interior

• General: Breakfast BarBeamed CeilingsBuilt-in FeaturesBookcasesCathedral Ceiling(s)Ceiling Fan(s)ChandelierCrown MoldingDouble VanityEntrance FoyerEat-in KitchenGranite CountersHigh CeilingsHigh Speed InternetIn-Law FloorplanKitchen IslandNatural WoodworkOpen FloorplanOtherPantryPrimary DownstairsRecessed LightingSoaking TubStorageVaulted Ceiling(s)Walk-In Closet(s)Dressing RoomButler's PantrySeparate ShowerWalk-In ShowerQuartz CountersRoom Over GarageSmooth Ceilings
• Appliances: Bar FridgeDryerDouble OvenDishwasherElectric OvenFreezerGas CooktopIce MakerMicrowaveOvenPlumbed For Ice MakerRefrigeratorStainless Steel Appliance(s)Tankless Water HeaterWasher
• Laundry: Electric Dryer HookupLaundry RoomMain LevelSinkWasher Hookup
• Flooring: ConcreteHardwood
• A/C: Central AirCeiling Fan(s)DualElectricHeat PumpWall Unit(s)
• Heating: CentralElectricFireplace(s)Forced AirHeat PumpNoneWood Stove
• Fireplace: Family RoomWood BurningWood Burning StoveFireplaceFireplaces: 2

Exterior

• General: GardenLightingPrivate EntrancePrivate YardStorageGarage(s)Guest HouseSecond ResidenceStorageWorkshop
• Style: Transitional
• Other Structures: Garage(s)Guest HouseSecond ResidenceStorageWorkshopPorchFront PorchDeckPatioSide PorchCovered
• Parking: Additional ParkingCarportCoveredDetached CarportDrivewayGarageHeated GarageWorkshop in GarageParking spaces: 20

Construction

• Roofing: Shingle
• General: Fiber CementStone VeneerWood Siding2SlabCrawlspace

Location

• HOA Amenities: Road Maintenance100.0Annually
• Golf: None
• Originating MLS: Doorify MLS
• County: Chatham

Lot

• Zoning: R-5WILLIAMS TWP LOT 49 BIG WOODS HILL0093141
• View: GardenTrees/Woods

Utilities

• Utilities: Cable ConnectedElectricity ConnectedPropaneWater ConnectedSeptic Connected
• Water: PrivateShared Well
• Sewer: Septic Tank

Financial

• Source: Doorify MLS