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Arden · Arden, NC

24 Merriwood Trail

Arden, NC · 2,594 sqft

$1,395,000

  • 3Beds
  • 3Baths
  • 2,594SqFt
  • 2007Year
  • 1Days on market

About this home

A rare opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind, artisan-built home where sustainable living meets natural beauty. Tucked into the landscape of the Riverwind subdivision, this 2,594 sq ft two-story residence is a showcase of traditional timber frame joinery and thoughtful craftsmanship. Remarkably, nearly every piece of wood in the home was harvested directly from the land it stands on. The natural poplar bark siding, exposed timber frame structure, hardwood floors, and custom-built closets were all milled from trees felled on the property itself, a level of intentionality rarely seen in residential construction. The result is a home that is genuinely of its place, with a warmth and authenticity no showroom material could replicate. Inside, the open-concept main level is bathed in natural light through walls of oversized wood-framed casement windows, with polished concrete floors, a chef's kitchen with generous counter space, and a wood stove that anchors the living area. The soaring exposed beam ceilings and hand-fitted joinery tell the story of the land in every room, creating an interior that feels both earthy and refined. The upper level offers multiple bedrooms, generous closet space, and treehouse-like views into the surrounding canopy. Outside, the 2.26-acre property features lush perennial gardens, mature plantings, a flagstone patio, and open pasture. The grounds offer ample room for additional structures, the next owner exceptional flexibility to expand and personalize the property. This home was built with genuine intention toward sustainable living. A passive solar Trombe wall works quietly alongside the rooftop solar panels to regulate interior temperatures naturally, minimizing heating demands and keeping energy bills impressively low year-round. This property offers clean air, good bones, and a home that is truly rooted in the land it was built from. Please no drive bys.

Property details

Beds
3
Baths
3
SqFt
2,594
Lot
Year built
2007
Type
Single Family
Days on market
1
Garage
2
Style
Post and Beam
Heating
Heat Pump, Wood Stove, Other - See Remarks
Cooling
Central Air, Other - See Remarks
Foundation
Slab
Flooring
Concrete, Cork, Tile
HOA dues
$600 / yr

Features

  • Attic Stairs Pulldown
  • Built-in Features
  • Drop Zone
  • Kitchen Island
  • Open Floorplan
  • Storage
  • Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Other - See Remarks

Payment estimate

Estimated monthly payment

Includes P&I, tax, insurance, HOA

$10,142/ month

Principal & interest
$8,639
Property tax (~0.90%)
$1,046
Homeowners insurance
$406
HOA dues
$50

Down payment

$69,750 down · $1,325,250 financed

Income to qualify (28% rule)

~$434,690 / year household

A rough rule — actual qualification depends on your full debt picture, credit, and the lender. Christy can introduce you to lenders she trusts.

Numbers are a directional estimate. Actual monthly cost varies by lender, credit, taxes assessed at closing, and insurance carrier. This is not a loan offer or pre-approval.

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