2201 Wilshire Drive

The classically elegant mid-century executive home on a beautifully landscaped, secluded .91-acre cul-de-sac homesite in sought-after Forest Hills neighborhood is an entertainer's dream and expansive family home! It is a short walk to the beautiful 45+ acre Forest Hills Park with tennis/pickle ball courts, a pool, and access to the popular American Tobacco Trail. It's also within 3 miles of Duke Medical Center and University, DPAC, Duke Gardens, the Farmers' Market, as well as many award-winning restaurants and entertainment options in Downtown Durham. In short, it offers the best of convenient city living combined within a private oasis. Renovated in 2018, 2020, and 2022, this 9785 HST residence has 6 bedrooms, 7 full baths, and 2 half baths. The main level features open flow living and entertaining areas within a living room, keeping room, and family room adjacent to the kitchen that boasts a dumbwaiter as well as passthrough counters to the family room and rear dining area which overlooks the terrace, landscaped yard, and pool below. The owner's wing also on the main level has a large primary bedroom with ensuite bath, a study/bedroom with ensuite and extensive walk-in closets and storage. Upstairs, you will find 2 bedrooms with ensuite baths and a large bonus/hobby room and tons of additional walk-in storage. The lower level offers additional entertaining and extended family living options with a kitchen prep area, access to a dumb waiter, den game room, and covered patio featuring a hot tub. There are also 2 additional bedrooms with a Jack and Jill bath and indoor pool showers near access to pool. Also a sauna, exercise/dance/yoga studio, workshop, and even more storage. Any of these areas may be easily converted to home theater, wine cellar or extended living options to meet a variety of needs. Rounding out this home is a 3-car garage and ample driveway for additional parking options. This is a large home, but rooms are proportionately generous to give space for the very best quality of living! 2201 Wilshire Drive is an exceptional home, location, value and a must-see!