New Price. Same Extraordinary Home. $1,100,000 in Chapel Hill.

2219 Ridgewood Road | 5 Beds | 3.5 Baths | 2,994 Sq Ft | Now $1,100,000

Exquisite craftsmanship. Extraordinary vision. And now, an extraordinary price. At $1,100,000, this remarkable estate on more than five private acres has just become one of the best opportunities in the Chapel Hill and Carrboro market—the kind of value that doesn't come around often on a home this rare.

Very little about this home feels accidental. From the moment you enter through the gate and follow the drive beneath the trees, the property feels removed from the everyday—a place where a thoughtfully designed home, gardens, and outdoor living have grown together into something that's genuinely hard to find this close to town.

The home's origins explain a lot of what makes it distinctive. Sarah Susanka, architect and author of The Not So Big House, served as personal design consultant, working alongside architect James Morgan of BellaDomus and Frank Cole Building Company. Her influence isn't loud—it shows up in the thoughtful use of space, the craftsmanship, and the small details that make every room feel personal and purposeful.

That care starts before you even step through the door. A welcoming covered porch, stonework, warm wood detailing, and a leaded-glass front door set the tone for what's inside: Brazilian cherry floors, custom millwork, built-in cabinetry, window seats, cozy nooks, skylights, and windows placed just right to frame the surrounding landscape.

At the heart of the home, the kitchen, dining, and living spaces move together effortlessly. A dramatic stacked-stone fireplace anchors the main living area, while the kitchen brings together custom wood cabinetry, glass-front details, open shelving, generous counter space, an island, a wood-topped breakfast bar, and a walk-in pantry—built as much for connection as for cooking.

Throughout the house, there are places that pull you in and ask you to stay a while: a first-floor study, a family room that opens straight onto a covered porch, a skylit window seat on the upper landing, and built-in desks and storage tucked into the bedrooms. None of it is just for show—it's part of what makes the home so easy to live in.

The primary suite feels like its own escape, with vaulted ceilings, Brazilian cherry floors, a window seat overlooking the trees, and an adjoining built-in workspace surrounded by light. Skylights fill the primary bath, where a soaking tub, separate tiled shower, dual vanities, custom cabinetry, and natural stone finish the retreat. Connected by a covered breezeway and shared screened porch, a separate guest or in-law suite—with its own bedroom, full bath, kitchenette, and private entrance—adds a rare layer of flexibility for family, guests, or a private studio.

And then there's the land. Roughly 5.13 acres unfold behind the house, shaded by mature hardwoods that wrap privacy around an expansive deck, screened and covered porches, a gazebo-style outdoor living space, and an in-ground saltwater pool set naturally into the landscape. Stone paths lead even further out—to a fire-gathering area, a treehouse tucked into the woods, established gardens, and quiet spots beneath the trees. Among those gardens is a genuinely delightful surprise: an edible landscape with fig trees, blueberry and blackberry bushes, passion fruit, and even a banana tree.

This is a home built around how people actually live—gathering and retreating, creating and working, gardening and swimming, welcoming the people they love, and still finding a little space of their own. At 2219 Ridgewood Road, the house and the land were never separate amenities. Together, they're the whole point.

Covered attached parking (19.58' x 22.58') carries the same materials as the home itself—stacked stone, columns, cedar, and shingle siding—so even the everyday details feel intentional.

At $1,100,000, this is your window to own something rare. Schedule your private showing today.