OVER $60K IN UPGRADES! This well-maintained, green-certified "Wakeford" ranch offers easy, low-maintenance living in Encore at Briar Chapel, the community's premier 55+ neighborhood with its own private clubhouse, pool, social groups & activities. Beautifully designed for comfortable AGING IN PLACE, everything you need is conveniently located on the main level. The private owner's suite features a spacious bath with dual vanity, oversized tiled walk-in shower, generous walk-in closet, and convenient access to the laundry. The central kitchen is perfect for entertaining with quartz countertops, tile backsplash, gas cooktop, separate wall oven, oversized island with seating, and adjoining dining area with built-in buffet. A dedicated study with French doors provides flexibility for a home office or den, while an inviting guest bedroom and full bath complete the floor plan. Enjoy the outdoors year-round on the SCREENED PORCH with heater and seasonal panels, or step out to the paver patio with seating wall. Additional upgrades include wide-plank flooring throughout (NO CARPET), gas fireplace, enhanced landscaping, SHIPLAP ACCENTS, over- & undercabinet lighting, window treatments, PERMANENT HOLIDAY LIGHTS, and a built-in drop zone at the owner's entry from the attached garage with shelving. YARD MAINTENANCE IS INCLUDED, and the refrigerator, washer, and dryer convey, making this home truly move-in ready. Enjoy resort-style living with 900+ acres of preserved open space, 30 miles of trails, 20 parks, fitness center, pickleball, tennis and bocce courts, amphitheater, dog parks, community gardens, and onsite restaurants in one of the Triangle's most award-winning communities. Conveniently located just 8 minutes to The Veranda, 9 minutes to grocery shopping, 15 minutes to Jordan Lake, 19 minutes to UNC Hospitals, and 33 minutes to RDU Airport. VIDEO: bit.ly/76Abercorn-Video *Ask about available lender credit!