Exquisite Designer Victorian; 3 En Suite Bedrooms

Summary:
Beautifully restored in 2024 and Curated for indulgence and comfort. Modern layout opens the space to wonderful light & flow while showcasing the historic grandeur. Formal Grand Foyer with desk welcomes you in from the gracious wrap-around porch, leading to the gorgeous living room with picture frame trim, art lighting, high end leather sofa and side chairs, marble coffee table and antique finishes, and original glass doors which open to the spacious kitchen. Showstopper kitchen with stone feature wall & custom hood above a 36'' Italian gas range, gorgeous bridge faucets, bonus prep sink, appliance garage & custom shelving. THREE bedroom en-suites including a primary on the main level. Luxe baths in all suites, ADORABLE powder room, picture frame trim throughout the house; the opulence is endless!! The circa 1902 Clayton Bronson House boasts historic features at every turn; FIVE original corner fireplaces with original mantles and cast iron surrounds, Original heart pine floors, original historic doors, banister, trim & moldings! Enormous wavy glass picture windows from the turn of the century. STUNNING custom Victorian details including wraparound porch, decorative brackets, gable decor & architectural window eyebrows, all spotlighted with architectural landscape lighting. Completely new systems (plumbing, HVAC and electrical) bridge this wonderful historic home into the 21st century. Private backyard, terraced deck with seating and dusk to dawn lighting. Circular drive for ease of parking and access. Steps from EVERYTHING downtown has to offer!

The Space:
Three bedrooms all with bathrooms en suite, plus one half bath on the main floor. Spacious kitchen/living/dining area with true chef's kitchen featuring 36" Italian gas range, dual sinks, and appliance garage. Beautiful wraparound porch. Private back deck with outdoor dining space.
We supply high quality coffee for your stay with creamer and sugar, filtered water, EV olive oil, Himalayan Salt & Pepper grinders, cookware & serving ware, drip coffee maker, water boiler, toaster, blender & hand mixer. Quality Moroccan Oil Shampoo, Conditioner & Body Wash, hand soap & hair dryer in all baths, dish soap, & starter Dishwasher and "free & clear" Laundry detergent mean you can travel light and refresh laundry during your stay. Our linens and cleaning supplies are unscented so those with allergies and sensitivities can breathe easy. Also have a Keurig on site for guests who prefer to bring their own.

Guest Access:
The entire house and yard is yours to use and explore!

The Neighborhood:
From your steps, it is 1/2 mile (10 minute walk) to much of the best that Downtown Durham has to offer, including LouElla Wine Bar, Cocoa Cinnamon Coffee, Fullsteam Brewery, Motorco music venue and Bar. You'll travel along tree lined streets past historic homes on your way. It's an easy trip to the Saturday morning farmers market, Durham Art walks, the Carolina Theater, and many, many exceptional restaurants and unique bars. Upon Booking, we will share an expansive and comprehensive list of all of our Favorites!

Getting Around:
There are many bus lines that should take you very near our house; We're centrally located; by car, we're approximately 3 minutes from I-85 or NC-147, or an easy walk / Lyft / Uber ride downtown.

Other Things to Note:
We have a Smart TV with access to Netflix, your Amazon or Hulu account, and many other apps. We Cut the Cord on Cable, but offer YouTubeTV which functions similar to Cable and offers tons of Live or On Demand Options!

Interaction with Guests:
We want you to be able to settle into this home as if it was your own. We'll stay out of your way, but we're just a quick message away if you have questions about restaurants, events or the house, or if an unexpected issue arises.

We are happy to answer questions that you may have! Whether it's a hankering for a local cider, a sudden urge for a new haircut or a desperate need for a donut, we are happy to help you find the closest and best place to make that happen.