$1,175,000

About this home

Situated on a beautifully landscaped corner lot in the prestigious Morehead Forest community of Governors Club, this exceptional home offers timeless design, superior craftsmanship, and a thoughtfully designed floor plan that balances elegance with everyday comfort. This is a rare opportunity to own a standout property in one of Chapel Hill's most sought-after gated golf communities. Built in 2008 as the builder's personal residence, the home has been meticulously maintained and remains in outstanding condition, reflecting quality and care at every turn. Offering approximately 4,400 square feet of heated living space, the layout is both gracious and highly functional. The main level features a coveted primary suite with its own separate fireplace, providing privacy, convenience and ambiance. Also on the first floor are formal living and dining rooms, a welcoming breakfast room, and a spacious kitchen that opens seamlessly to a comfortable family room; ideal for both entertaining and everyday living. Rich moldings, detailed trim work, and refined finishes throughout underscore the exceptional craftsmanship of the home. The upper levels are equally impressive. The second floor includes three generously sized guest bedrooms, two full baths, a private office, and a versatile bonus room suitable for work, study, or relaxation. The third level offers a dedicated game or entertainment room--perfect for media, hobbies, or gatherings. Additional highlights include three fireplaces, arched doorways, hardwood floors on the main level and second-floor hallway, 10-foot ceilings on the main level, 9-foot ceilings on the second level, flagstone entry walk and patio, a tankless water heater, a whole-house generator, a whole-house water filtration system, and abundant storage throughout. Governors Club is a premier gated community offering private country club membership options, featuring a Jack Nicklaus Signature 27-hole golf course, tennis courts, swimming pools, fitness center, playground, and an active social calendar with over 400 events and clubs. Tours of the clubhouse and amenities are available. Ideally located near UNC, Duke, RTP, RDU Airport, top-tier shopping, dining, entertainment, and medical facilities.

Highlights

Property details

MLS #

10182591

Property type

Single Family Residence

Subdivision

Governors Club

Status

Active

Days on market

75

On market date

July 26, 2026

Stories

N/A

Total bathrooms

3.5

Garage spaces

2

Parking spaces

N/A

Lot size

0.309 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).