5021 Wheatridge Dr Fuquay Varina, NC 27526

Welcome to 5021 Wheatridge Drive in popular Saddle Run, an established equine community where spacious lots, quiet streets and a true "out in the county" lifestyle meet everyday convenience. Saddle Run residents enjoy community stables, arena, paddocks and pastures, plus a pool, playground and park where neighbors gather for events throughout the year. All this, while being just minutes from Fuquay-Varina and Holly Springs, 15 minutes from Cary's shopping and entertainment, and offering easy access to the recently opened Southern Loop of I-540. Set on a level 3/4-acre corner lot, this beautifully updated home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths and a spacious bonus room over a 2-car side-load garage. Inviting outdoor spaces include a rocking-chair front porch, owner's entry porch and screened rear porch overlooking a private, fenced backyard with mature trees, brick fire pit, paver walkway and enclosed garden area. Inside, thoughtful details blend timeless character with modern updates. The updated kitchen features granite countertops, 12-inch ceramic tile flooring, double sinks, a new gooseneck faucet, new stainless French-door refrigerator and dishwasher, plus a sunny breakfast area with a large bay window overlooking the secluded backyard. A convenient home office nook with open shelving adds flexibility for today's lifestyle. The spacious family room features hardwood floors, a wood-burning fireplace with brick surround and hearth, and a classic mantel. Crown and chair-rail moldings, cased windows, a transom over the front door and arched doorways connecting the breakfast area, family room and dining room add architectural character. Smooth ceilings and wide horizontal blinds are found throughout, with fresh paint in select rooms. The main-level laundry room offers a utility sink and abundant storage shelving. The primary suite features dual walk-in closets, while both secondary bedrooms also offer walk-in closets. The renovated primary bath replaces the former jacuzzi tub with a large walk-in shower and features a newly retiled floor. The hall bath has an updated vanity, with updated fixtures, toilets, lighting and fans throughout the home. Other recent improvements include new Hardie plank siding and trim, newly repainted shutters, new black gutters, new windows in the bonus room, a new metal storage shed, pull-down attic steps, HVAC replacements in 2021 and 2019, and more! A whole-home water filter and smart thermostats add everyday convenience. A rare opportunity to enjoy the charm and community spirit of Saddle Run with an updated home, generous lot and exceptional outdoor spaces - all within easy reach of the Triangle's most sought-after amenities.