This unique, custom home by builder Byron Papa is named Salem House for its many Old Salem design features. The passive solar plan with abundant south-facing windows fills the home with natural light. It is sun-lit in winter and shaded by eaves in summer. The bright kitchen has a large central island and walk-in pantry and opens up to a spacious dining and living room area: an open floor plan perfect for entertaining. A wide central staircase leads to an office alcove with built-in bookshelves. The laundry room is large enough for shared uses and is currently used as an art studio. This home offers a screened-in porch overlooking private community walking trails, mature trees, and a grassy back yard. The home also offers a walk-in attic great for storage or could be finished off for a possible future living area. The two-car garage, a rare find in the Solterra area, is a great addition to this amazing home. New roof and HVAC in 2023. The neighborhood adjoins New Hope Preserve and is across the road from Hollow Rock Pool & Racquet Club. Quiet living but convenient to Duke and Chapel Hill. About the neighborhood: Solterra is an eco-friendly co-housing community founded on principles of sharing, caring, collaboration, and living in harmony with nature. The unique Solterra neighborhood experience includes a common house where neighbors come together for dinner socials, parties, and other gatherings. Solterra also boasts a large, shared organic community garden, dog park, playground, and walking trails