Custom built by its original owner, this timeless brick residence offers exceptional space, quality, and versatility in a coveted Inside-the-Beltline location. Designed for both everyday living and gracious entertaining, the home features five en-suite bedrooms and thoughtfully designed living spaces throughout.Elegant formal living and dining rooms adorn the front of the house, while a handsome study with built-in bookcases and desk provides the perfect work-from-home retreat. The heart of the home is the vaulted family room, highlighted by skylights, a fireplace, custom built-ins, and abundant natural light. The adjoining kitchen and breakfast area flow seamlessly to the rear patio, creating an inviting setting for indoor-outdoor living and entertaining.A main-level guest suite offers privacy and convenience for visitors. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite features walk-in closets, a cedar closet, and a private bath. Three additional bedrooms each enjoy their own en-suite bath, providing comfort and flexibility for family and guests alike. The fifth bedroom, accessible from both the main staircase and a secondary staircase, also serves beautifully as a bonus room, fitness room, or private office.Nine-foot ceilings on the main level and hardwoods throughout the majority of the main level except the guest bedroom.The entry-level two-car garage is discreetly positioned at the rear of the home with convenient access from Coley Forest Place. Mature landscaping and a private backyard provide a peaceful backdrop for relaxing on the patio. Ideally located in the heart of Raleigh, this exceptional property is convenient to shopping, dining, parks, and greenways, and is assigned to sought-after Lacy, Martin, and Broughton schools.