This hand-built 1970's home located along the rural buffer of Chapel Hill is full of charm and unique character, inviting visitors to relax and unwind in a cozy space with rich history. The Chapel Hill home is located just 15 minutes from UNC’s campus, 15 miles from Duke University, and is nestled between Hillsborough and Carrboro. Enjoy the serene environment surrounded by Carolina Pines on 8 acres, neighboring Union Grove Farm and the famous Mapleview Ice Cream shop just around the corner! This two-story home offers plenty of space for a large group to enjoy a comfortable stay. With 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths the house sleeps 8 with plenty of room to spread out. As you approach the cottage, you'll notice the warm, earthy tones of the wooden exterior, which blends seamlessly into the surrounding forest. Enjoy the peaceful natural setting and expansive yard, perfect for spending time outdoors. There is plenty of parking with a spacious covered carport and additional paved & unpaved parking options. Stepping inside from the carport you'll be welcomed by a cozy lounge room, complete with a stone fireplace as its centerpiece and comfortable seating arrangements that are perfect for curling up with a good book on a lazy afternoon. The decor is rustic yet inviting, with textured wooden walls and an abundance of natural light filtering in through the large windows. In the lounge room you’ll find a large selection of family games, toys and books for kids, exercise equipment, and a television. Learn about North Carolina and local lore as you browse the bookshelves stocked with traveler’s guides, historical publications about the area, and titles regarding southern culture and American culture. Around the corner is the sizable living room with a piano, 2 couches, a bistro table, and a beautiful bay window with a view of the pine forest. Enjoy a selection of books on topics like art, art history, photography, and historical events. The open-concept kitchen is fully equipped with all the necessary cooking/dining supplies and features a charming breakfast table and work space nook. Choose from a variety of coffee contraptions and sip your fresh morning brew while enjoying the wildlife and song birds from the attached screened-in porch. The dining room just off the kitchen seats 8 and features another large bay window and french doors leading out to the screened-in porch. On the second floor the bedrooms are simple yet cozy, with each room offering literature and artwork pertaining to a different theme. All rooms feature both closets and dressers for storage, all-natural fabric bedding, and windows with curtains offering plenty of natural light and stunning views of the surrounding countryside. In the naturalist’s suite you’ll find a queen bed adjacent to a library wall with books about flora, fauna, national parks, and natural science. The traveler’s suite is a spacious bedroom with a king sized bed, small lounge area, and books on international history and destinations. The adjacent architect’s suite has a private entrance to the recently-renovated ensuite bathroom with a double/full bed and titles concerning style and architecture. The 4th bedroom is the novelist’s suite offering a double/full bed and plenty of fictional works to peruse while enjoying your own private bath with another newly-renovated walk-in shower and built-in vanity. Enjoy full access to the 8 acres of land that includes a pine forest, native landscaping, and hardwoods mixed throughout. The property is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland including Union Grove Farm, a vineyard and wedding destination. In the front yard you’ll find a sculpture by well-known North Carolina sculptor Thomas Sayre nestled among the longleaf pines. Looking past the pines is a large lawn leading to the road where cyclists frequently pass as the surrounding area is known for some of the most scenic biking routes in the area.