$1,425,000

About this home

Welcome to 5856 Carriage Gate Drive in the boutique luxury community of Carriage Farm. This custom-built residence offers 4-bedrooms, 4.5-baths, and 4,162 square feet, perfectly situated on a .69-acre homesite that will accommodate a pool, complete with a 3-car side-entry garage. Perfectly positioned just south of downtown Raleigh, this location offers a rare blend of privacy and everyday convenience. Just minutes from the heart of Downtown Raleigh, you'll enjoy easy access to award-winning restaurants, breweries, shopping, museums, and year-round events. Outdoor enthusiasts will love being close to Lake Wheeler and Historic Yates Mill County Park. Commuters appreciate the quick connections to I-40 and major routes. Raleigh-Durham International Airport is just a 20-25 minute drive. Wide-plank hardwood floors extend throughout the main living areas, including the primary suite. The gourmet kitchen is a true showpiece, featuring custom painted cabinetry extending to the ceiling with under-cabinet lighting, a designer tile backsplash, and a large quartz-topped center island with barstool seating. The ZLINE stainless appliance package includes a dual-fuel range. The oversized scullery enhances functionality with a wine fridge, additional appliances, and a convenient grocery chute. The main-level primary suite serves as a luxurious retreat, complete with wide-plank hardwood floors and an elegant tray ceiling. The spa-inspired en-suite bath showcases a stained dual vanity with quartz countertops and designer sconces, along with a beautifully designed wet area featuring a zero-entry tiled shower with frameless glass and a freestanding soaking tub. A spacious walk-in closet provides abundant storage and offers direct access to the laundry room for added convenience. The family room is warm yet sophisticated, anchored by a linear fireplace with a stone surround, custom mantle, and flanking built-ins. A designer chandelier adds architectural interest, while expansive glass sliders fill the space with natural light and create effortless indoor-outdoor flow--perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. The screened porch is designed for year-round enjoyment, featuring a stained tongue-and-groove ceiling and a stone fireplace that creates a cozy outdoor gathering space. Overlooking the expansive .69-acre homesite with ample room for a future pool, the backyard provides endless possibilities for creating your own private outdoor oasis. Upstairs offers exceptional versatility with a spacious recreational room complete with a wet bar, a study loft ideal for a home office or reading nook, generous secondary bedrooms, and a walk-in storage area. Experience the perfect blend of peaceful surroundings and city convenience -- schedule your private tour today!

Highlights

Property details

MLS #

10126240

Property type

Single Family Residence

Subdivision

Carriage Farm

Status

Active

Days on market

368

On market date

October 7, 2025

Stories

N/A

Total bathrooms

4.5

Garage spaces

3

Parking spaces

6

Lot size

0.692 acres

Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card (e.g. NC Dept. of Public Instruction, SC Report Card).