509 Telegraph Court, Kill Devil Hills

This one-of-a-kind builder’s custom home sits nestled on a large lot surrounded on two sides by the 400 acre Wright Brothers National Park. Tucked back at the end of a cul-de-sac, the house is enveloped by live oaks. Imagine living in total seclusion amidst nature, just 5 minutes from the beach. The ensuite, kitchen, and living areas are on the lower level. You will be welcomed by the soothing sound of running water provided by the custom-built lion fountain and outdoor garden oasis at the entrance of the home. Entering the house, feel the spaciousness of the house with a vaulted ceiling and large windows looking out onto the park. The centerpiece of the light-filled living room is a gas fireplace enclosed by a custom tile border with a tile face that runs up the wall. A screened-in back porch gives you even more connection to the beauty of the natural surroundings, allowing you to take in the wildlife. The dining room flows from the living room and into the kitchen for easy entertaining. It too is surrounded by light from a 3-glass panel French door looking out onto the deck and the park. The open kitchen plan features a center island with a Quartzite countertop, a Kohler designer twin bowl sink, and twin dishwashers. Stainless appliances, including a gas range/oven as well as an electric wall oven, make this kitchen a chef’s paradise. Custom hand-painted tiles and backsplash surround the spacious work areas.The side bar that can be used for entertaining or as a small office. The eat-in kitchen looks out on the fountain area and is showcased by a large built-out greenhouse window with opening sides to catch the breezes. The afternoon sun streams in and lights up the entire space! The lower floor also features a welcoming foyer and half bath.The ensuite with his and hers cedar closets, is a self-contained refuge of tranquility. It contains a spacious 18’ X 20’ bedroom with French Doors opening out to the screened-in porch. The master bath is a light-filled sanctuary, featuring radiant heated travertine tile floors for those chilly mornings. The custom tiled shower is designed with a vertical glass block window for maximum natural light. It boasts a comfort-height (ADA compliant) toilet with a bidet, A hand-painted tile counter on top of a 9-drawer vanity with twin sinks runs the length of the wall. The hot tub/ jacuzzi area is built out with a hand-painted tile sitting area and a vertical glass block window. The tub is flanked by 3 large windows overlooking the park. A large linen/storage closet allows a clutter-free space. Upstairs, you will find the office overlooking the living room and is lit by 3 transom windows that can be opened to allow the breeze to flow through. This unique design provides seclusion as well as connection with the rest of the house. Additionally, there are 2 bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a bonus/media room that the homeowner can utilize for a variety of purposes. The house is surrounded on the back and left sides by a spacious deck that leads out to a fully finished art studio. The out building is fully insulated and is used as an all-season art studio that is easily accessible by a deck connecting it to the back of the house. The North yard is entirely fenced in. Other custom touches include radiant floor heating in the foyer and master bathroom. The entire house has been skillfully trimmed out, with each door, window, and ceiling appointed with custom wood trim that adds a level of sophistication rarely seen in beach homes. The 1 1/2 car garage is built with an additional storage loft that is designed to store items off the floor and out of the way and a custom surfboard rack that can store 8 boards A full length workbench, ample lumber storage rack, and built out tool and hardware storage shelves rounds out the utility of this space. A New roof was just installed!