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| Cameron-McCauley Historic District |
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| Traditional - Colonial Revival |
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Strolling down tree-lined McCauley Street, just a block from the UNC-Chapel Hill campus, you arrive at The Lillian Long House. The opportunity to own this property is truly a unique one, as rarely do renovated homes come along in this neighborhood. You are immediately captivated by it's traditional architecture, and as you enter, you find a perfect blend of vintage home character and modern features to match today's living style. (Please see the Property Documents area for a history of this house and its owners.)
TRADITIONAL ARCHITECTURE.
Originally built circa 1932, The Lillian Long House is a classic center-hall Colonial Revival home. From the sidewalk, a quintessential Chapel Hill stone wall and brick path guides you through the front yard and gardens, professionally designed and landscaped. Clapboard siding, wood shutters with a crescent moon design, and a gabled roof with expansive shed dormer are all pronounced by the classic white trimwork. You are welcomed inside by an elegant entry with fluted columns and an old-fashioned screen door.
The grand center hall is highlighted by french doors and the oak staircase. To your right, an elegant dining room. Down to your left, beautiful built-in shelving and a tile surround fireplace make the living room perfect for entertaining or just relaxing. The front gardens can be enjoyed from the sunroom, with french doors and a cozy reading nook. You also notice the picture molding, wide baseboards, original oak flooring, and tall ceilings - all reflections of this home's traditional craftsmanship.
Upstairs feels like home as the wide hallway wraps back along the staircase with a decorative bannister. Original doors take you to three bedrooms, the hall bath, and a cozy office - perfect for that quiet place to work from home.
MODERN APPOINTMENTS.
The Lillian Long Home is not without today's modern conveniences. A professional renovation and addition was done by the current owners just a few years ago. The work was designed by local architect, Sophie Piesse, and included a new kitchen, laundry room, first-floor guest bath, screened porch, master bath, as well as interior remodeling and decor.
The kitchen is fit for any gourmet or family! Designed by famed kitchen consultant, Don Silvers, it features custom cabinetry, granite countertops and an eating island. Top-of-the-line appliances include: Sub Zero fridge, 6 burner professional DCS cooktop with pot-filler faucet, double Dacor wall ovens, wine cooler and Miele dishwasher. This kitchen was also designed with the environment in mind, with a large recycling drawer tucked under the window seat, as well as eco-friendly Marmoleum flooring. There is bonus storage around the corner in the added laundry room, as well as a full bath with pedestal sink and vintage tile.
Upstairs, the master bedroom has original heart pine flooring, and the adjoining master bath is styled in subway tile and limestone. An oversized soaking tub, separate tiled shower, beadboard wainscoting, and vintage-style fixtures offer the perfect blend of new and old. The walk-in closet was designed with customer cabinetry and bench storage.
Both guest bedrooms feature oak flooring, and restored original trimwork. Built-in shelving and beds are fun for the kids, or easily removed should the new owners wish a different layout. Large windows fill these rooms with natural light.
Rarely does an opportunity come along like this. New and old perfectly blended. Downtown living just blocks from Franklin Street's shops and restaurants. Can you imagine living in a little piece of Chapel Hill's history and making your home at The Lillian Long House? Call for a private tour today.
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1932 Colonial Revival Period home
Grand center hall, one-and-a-half story framed building, fluted column entry, two-over-two sash windows, clapboard siding, wood shuitters with crescent moon design, gabled roof with expansive dormer.
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Cameron-McCauley Historic District
This neighborhood has local and national preservation status and is full of history and architecturally significant homes. The Lillian Long House is only 1 block from UNC-Chapel Hill.
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Kitchen
approx. 13'5 x 13'7"
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Living Room
approx. 17'4" x 13'1"
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Center Hall
approx. 27'4" x 8'3"
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Dining Room
approx. 13'4" x 13'4"
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Sunroom
approx. 13'3" x 7'8"
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Screened Porch
approx. 18'5" x 8'4"
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Laundry Room
approx. 12'7" x 7'2"
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Master Bedroom
approx. 13'6" x 13'3"
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Bedroom 2
approx. 13'6" x 13'3"
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Bedroom 3
approx. 13'6" x 13'3"
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Office
approx. 8'9" x 7'0"
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The Lillian Long House
For a summary of its history, please visit the Property Documents page...
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