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812 Kenmore Road

Chapel Hill, NC
$5,400,000
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1962 Year Built

5 Bedrooms

7 Total Bathrooms

9,655 Sq.Ft. Living Space

9.8 Acres Lot Size

6.0 Garage Spaces

Mid-Century Modern Masterpiece

Nestled atop one of the highest elevations in Chapel Hill, this extraordinary 9.8-acre compound in the prestigious Lake Forest neighborhood offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a true architectural and historical treasure. Designed by renowned mid-century modern architect Sumner Winn, the 7,751 square foot ''Peg & Pat Owens'' residence is a masterwork of design and provenance.

From the moment you arrive, it's clear this is no ordinary property. Surrounded by wrought-iron gates, the grounds are impeccably maintained, unfolding in a series of thoughtfully landscaped vistas that feel both cultivated and naturally majestic. The stonework throughout the property was quarried on-site--a remarkable detail that roots the home in its land and lends a sense of permanence and timelessness.

A private tennis court and charming tennis house are tucked discreetly into the landscape, perfect for enjoying leisure and entertaining amidst the serenity of nature. The main residence embodies the finest elements of mid-century architecture: clean lines, expansive windows that blur the line between inside and out, and a reverence for materials and setting.

This is not just a home--it's a piece of Chapel Hill's legacy. An irreplaceable offering for the discerning buyer who appreciates the blend of architectural significance, unmatched privacy, and natural beauty.

Own a piece of North Carolina's architectural heritage. Opportunities like this are rare, and this one may never come again. Opportunity to purchase adjoining property 820 Kenmore Road as well as additional 2.8 acres on Lot 3.

There is an opportunity to purchase adjoining property 820 Kenmore Road as well as additional 2.8 acres on Lot 3.

Measurements done by licensed appraiser. Site measurement is extremely challenging because of architectural design. The below grade footage is 6.9 feet tall and thus not included in the living area though it is conditioned space.
Nestled atop one of the highest elevations in Chapel Hill, this extraordinary 9.8-acre compound in the prestigious Lake Forest neighborhood offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a true architectural and historical treasure. Designed by renowned mid-century modern architect Sumner Winn, the 7,751 square foot ''Peg & Pat Owens'' residence is a masterwork of design and provenance. From the moment you arrive, it's clear this is no ordinary property. Surrounded by wrought-iron gates, the grounds are impeccably maintained, unfolding in a series of thoughtfully landscaped vistas that feel both cultivated and naturally majestic. The stonework throughout the property was quarried on-site--a remarkable detail that roots the home in its land and lends a sense of permanence and timelessness. A private tennis court and charming tennis house are tucked discreetly into the landscape, perfect for enjoying leisure and entertaining amidst the serenity of nature. The main residence embodies the finest elements of mid-century architecture: clean lines, expansive windows that blur the line between inside and out, and a reverence for materials and setting. This is not just a home--it's a piece of Chapel Hill's legacy. An irreplaceable offering for the discerning buyer who appreciates the blend of architectural significance, unmatched privacy, and natural beauty. Own a piece of North Carolina's architectural heritage. Opportunities like this are rare, and this one may never come again. Opportunity to purchase adjoining property 820 Kenmore Road as well as additional 2.8 acres on Lot 3. There is an opportunity to purchase adjoining property 820 Kenmore Road as well as additional 2.8 acres on Lot 3. Measurements done by licensed appraiser. Site measurement is extremely challenging because of architectural design. The below grade footage is 6.9 feet tall and thus not included in the living area though it is conditioned space.
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820 Kenmore Road

Chapel Hill, NC
$2,750,000
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1973 Year Built

4 Bedrooms

3.5 Bathrooms

5,428 Sq. Ft. Living Space

2.8 Acres Lot Size

5.0 Garage Spaces

Classic Georgian Estate

Gracefully situated on 2.8 park-like acres in the coveted Lake Forest neighborhood, 820 Kenmore Road is a masterfully crafted Georgian estate designed by esteemed architect Archie Royal Davis and brought to life by the craftsmanship of George Birmingham. With nearly 6,000 square feet of living space, this stately home exemplifies the elegance and proportion of classic Southern architecture—refined, timeless, and deeply rooted in tradition. A gracious first-floor primary suite offers both privacy and convenience, while three additional bedrooms and two full baths upstairs provide generous accommodations for family or guests. Throughout the home, scale and symmetry blend with warm millwork, rich materials, and an abundance of natural light. The 2.8-acre grounds offer endless opportunity for outdoor living and future expansion—and for those seeking even more space or investment potential, an adjacent 2.8-acre parcel is available for purchase separately at $725,000, creating a truly rare opportunity in the heart of Chapel Hill. This is a home of heritage, quality, and enduring beauty—a place where the past informs the present, and every detail tells a story. A property like this only comes available once in a generation. There is an opportunity to purchase adjoining property 812 Kenmore Road as well as additional 2.8 acres on Lot 3.

Gracefully situated on 2.8 park-like acres in the coveted Lake Forest neighborhood, 820 Kenmore Road is a masterfully crafted Georgian estate designed by esteemed architect Archie Royal Davis and brought to life by the craftsmanship of George Birmingham. With nearly 6,000 square feet of living space, this stately home exemplifies the elegance and proportion of classic Southern architecture—refined, timeless, and deeply rooted in tradition. A gracious first-floor primary suite offers both privacy and convenience, while three additional bedrooms and two full baths upstairs provide generous accommodations for family or guests. Throughout the home, scale and symmetry blend with warm millwork, rich materials, and an abundance of natural light. The 2.8-acre grounds offer endless opportunity for outdoor living and future expansion—and for those seeking even more space or investment potential, an adjacent 2.8-acre parcel is available for purchase separately at $725,000, creating a truly rare opportunity in the heart of Chapel Hill. This is a home of heritage, quality, and enduring beauty—a place where the past informs the present, and every detail tells a story. A property like this only comes available once in a generation. There is an opportunity to purchase adjoining property 812 Kenmore Road as well as additional 2.8 acres on Lot 3.
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Chapel Hill
A charming college town.

WELCOME TO CHAPEL HILL

A historic, walkable city with an upbeat atmosphere
 
 
The historical University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill campus is always a draw for residents and this famous college town's frequent visitors. UNC is most well-known for its men’s and women’s D-1 sports programs. Insofar as Chapel Hill is a college town, sporting events and bars make the most noise. But UNC is primarily a vast medical and research institution that, along with Duke University and North Carolina State University, forms the famous Research Triangle.

When it comes to Chapel Hill's real estate options, the area does not disappoint as there are many beautiful homes to admire. While there are some contemporary home options as it pertains to Chapel Hill's homes for sale, many of Chapel Hill's homes can lean toward historic, impressive two-story brick or farmhouse styles. Multiple stately manors dot the area as well. Large yards are the norm rather than the exception, which applies to the outlying area around Chapel Hill.
 

WHAT TO LOVE

LOCAL LIFESTYLE

Chapel Hill, NC is a beautiful town with an energetic vibe that appeals to young professionals and a climate that attracts anyone who prefers warmer winter temperatures and historic beauty. The UNC School of Medicine employs nearly 2,000 full-time faculty, and the UNC Health Care system operates eight area hospitals, five of them in Chapel Hill. UNC faculty researchers receive over $500 million in funding annually, and Chapel Hill is home to several high-value tech companies. Coupled with the hum of education and commerce in nearby Raleigh and Durham, Chapel Hill is unquestionably an up-and-coming area.
 

DINING, ENTERTAINMENT & SHOPPING

Mama Dip's Kitchen is a longtime fixture in the area, offering classic Southern dishes in a hometown atmosphere, complete with a porch and rocking chairs. For those who want to revisit ultra-classic Americana, stop by Sutton's Drug Store. Established in 1923, this famous local restaurant offers burgers, deli sandwiches, homemade shakes, and vintage sodas. Top of the Hill Restaurant & Brewery offers a menu of eclectic American fare and homemade draft beer, served in a casual dining atmosphere.

More upscale dining can be found at Bin 54 Steak & Cellar, known for its incredible steaks and seafood dishes. For upscale international cuisine, try Jujube. It offers Chinese and Vietnamese fare, interesting cocktails, and fine wines. Also, be sure to visit the Hawthorne & Wood restaurant. Diners come here for its renowned international and local fare, served in a vibrant setting.

For shopping, check out the Southern Village shopping center. The center boasts a local market, a movie theater, and a range of eateries and coffee shops. It also hosts entertainment events throughout the year. For a more practical shopping trip, Meadowmont Village is ideal. The businesses that make up the village offer fitness and yoga classes, haircuts, casual but tasty eateries, and much more.

For entertainment, historic Franklin Street is noted for its fantastic bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and art and music events. Also, nearby is the Morehead Planetarium and Science Center, which fun-fact served as a NASA training facility from 1960 to 1975.
 

THINGS TO DO

Since Chapel Hill, NC is a college town, many events have some connection to the university. Of course, there's the Dean Dome, where the epic UNC  basketball games are played, and the Carolina Basketball Museum is right next door. Also located on campus is the Old Well, a historic local landmark and the Ackland Art Museum.  Another lovely outdoor place to visit is the North Carolina Botanical Gardens. Locals can take a short drive to Carrboro to visit Cat's Cradle, a live music venue known for hosting up-and-coming entertainers and world-renowned talents such as Nirvana, Iggy Pop, John Mayer, and more.

SCHOOLS

Chapel Hill is served by the Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools school district. The University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill claims to be the country's oldest public university and was the first such institution to hold classes and graduate students. This award-winning university, also known for being one of the eight original Public Ivies, offers both undergrad and graduate programs. Forbes recently ranked UNC in the top 30 universities nationwide.
WELCOME TO CHAPEL HILL A historic, walkable city with an upbeat atmosphere The historical University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill campus is always a draw for residents and this famous college town's frequent visitors. UNC is most well-known for its men’s and women’s D-1 sports programs. Insofar as Chapel Hill is a college town, sporting events and bars make the most noise. But UNC is primarily a vast medical and research institution that, along with Duke University and North Carolina State University, forms the famous Research Triangle. When it comes to Chapel Hill's real estate options, the area does not disappoint as there are many beautiful homes to admire. While there are some contemporary home options as it pertains to Chapel Hill's homes for sale, many of Chapel Hill's homes can lean toward historic, impressive two-story brick or farmhouse styles. Multiple stately manors dot the area as well. Large yards are the norm rather than the exception, which applies to the outlying area around Chapel Hill. WHAT TO LOVE Home to UNC, a world-class institution and Research Triangle constituent Jobs and degree programs in medicine and research Hip and fun campus with frequent athletic events Ranked #12 Best Place to Live in America; Money Magazine 2022-2023 High-tech careers nearby LOCAL LIFESTYLE Chapel Hill, NC is a beautiful town with an energetic vibe that appeals to young professionals and a climate that attracts anyone who prefers warmer winter temperatures and historic beauty. The UNC School of Medicine employs nearly 2,000 full-time faculty, and the UNC Health Care system operates eight area hospitals, five of them in Chapel Hill. UNC faculty researchers receive over $500 million in funding annually, and Chapel Hill is home to several high-value tech companies. Coupled with the hum of education and commerce in nearby Raleigh and Durham, Chapel Hill is unquestionably an up-and-coming area. DINING, ENTERTAINMENT & SHOPPING Mama Dip's Kitchen is a longtime fixture in the area, offering classic Southern dishes in a hometown atmosphere, complete with a porch and rocking chairs. For those who want to revisit ultra-classic Americana, stop by Sutton's Drug Store. Established in 1923, this famous local restaurant offers burgers, deli sandwiches, homemade shakes, and vintage sodas. Top of the Hill Restaurant & Brewery offers a menu of eclectic American fare and homemade draft beer, served in a casual dining atmosphere. More upscale dining can be found at Bin 54 Steak & Cellar, known for its incredible steaks and seafood dishes. For upscale international cuisine, try Jujube. It offers Chinese and Vietnamese fare, interesting cocktails, and fine wines. Also, be sure to visit the Hawthorne & Wood restaurant. Diners come here for its renowned international and local fare, served in a vibrant setting. For shopping, check out the Southern Village shopping center. The center boasts a local market, a movie theater, and a range of eateries and coffee shops. It also hosts entertainment events throughout the year. For a more practical shopping trip, Meadowmont Village is ideal. The businesses that make up the village offer fitness and yoga classes, haircuts, casual but tasty eateries, and much more. For entertainment, historic Franklin Street is noted for its fantastic bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and art and music events. Also, nearby is the Morehead Planetarium and Science Center, which fun-fact served as a NASA training facility from 1960 to 1975. THINGS TO DO Since Chapel Hill, NC is a college town, many events have some connection to the university. Of course, there's the Dean Dome, where the epic UNC basketball games are played, and the Carolina Basketball Museum is right next door. Also located on campus is the Old Well, a historic local landmark and the Ackland Art Museum. Another lovely outdoor place to visit is the North Carolina Botanical Gardens. Locals can take a short drive to Carrboro to visit Cat's Cradle, a live music venue known for hosting up-and-coming entertainers and world-renowned talents such as Nirvana, Iggy Pop, John Mayer, and more. SCHOOLS Chapel Hill is served by the Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools school district. The University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill claims to be the country's oldest public university and was the first such institution to hold classes and graduate students. This award-winning university, also known for being one of the eight original Public Ivies, offers both undergrad and graduate programs. Forbes recently ranked UNC in the top 30 universities nationwide.
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Melanie Jones

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Melanie Jones grew up constantly moving. When people ask "Where are you from," a lengthy answer ensues. She learned how to make friends fast, find the best place to buy an ice cream cone, and how pack a drawer to find even the smallest trinket when unpacking in the new house. Walking into a new school was never easy, but it taught Melanie a lot about herself and other people while also creating a love for travel and new places. She has lived in three countries and six states but has called Raleigh home for the past 20 years.

Melanie believes a home is your nest and your nest egg. By listening to client's needs and wants, and balancing them with market knowledge and analyses, Melanie guides her clients to make informed choices. Being part of the emotional and financial decisions involved in home buying is second nature to Melanie. Whether it is negotiating a contract or showing a property, Melanie works tenaciously for her clients. With an extensive list of expert service providers, she is able to get even the most complicated deals from contract to the closing table. She has been a Real Estate Agent for seven years and was in advertising prior to the career switch. Knowing how to communicate and relate to people is Melanie's biggest asset.

Melanie came to Raleigh with her Tar Heel husband, Greg, from New York City via Richmond. He was called as the fourth rector of St. Michael's Episcopal Church in 2004. She is frequently told she does not seem like a clergy spouse which is proven by her irreverent humor and her pew location in the back left side of the church. Melanie was excited to be part of a mid-size, growing city but the real draw to the area was to ACC sports. She played lacrosse at Brown University and was team captain as well as an All-Ivy and All-America selection for multiple years. She is consistently a leader and team player you want on your side. Since the Ivy League does not get much television coverage, she will go to any UNC game on any day she can get a ticket.

Melanie volunteers with her church and started a bi-annual women's retreat with national speakers known as The Gathering. She serves on the parent's admissions team at Saint Mary's School and is on the board of the Brown Alumni Group of the Triangle. She is an avid tennis player and has recently given up running for an obsession with her Peloton. Melanie and her husband live in Five Points with their three teenage daughters and rescue dog.

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