Architecturally significant cottage designed by William ''Polly'' Deitrick, thoughtfully reimagined into a chic city retreat and beautifully complimented by the awesome outdoor spaces - framed by a secluded .44-acre lot and accessed via a private alley opposite the Carolina Country Club with brick retaining wall and driveway leading to the house/carport - the front stoop opens to the light-filled foyer with period stairwell and arched opening into the generously proportioned family room which includes a wall of windows and fluted mantle flanked by built-in bookcases - the adjoining dining room includes French doors to the covered back porch and cased opening to the cozy study with bay window and built-ins - the state-of-the-art kitchen overlooks the breakfast nook and den with vaulted ceiling and French doors to the side stoop and expansive brick terrace - the kitchen is highlighted by the white quartzite countertops with Sub Zero and Thermador appliances and deep basin farm sink with gooseneck faucet - there is also a first-floor bedroom with two closets and double doors into the updated bath with custom built vanity and zero-entry shower - the indescribable charm is further enhanced by the 9' ceilings, hardwoods (up/down), oversized moldings and unique architectural elements - the second floor features a primary bedroom with sitting area and his-n-her closets and bath with soaking tub and walk-in shower - the second bedroom also has two closets plus an updated bath and adjoining laundry - the lower level features a clever built-in cabinet with trundle bed, full bath and more French doors to a small covered patio - the serene outdoor spaces include a covered back porch, two patios and a detached carport (or gazebo) with adjoining studio - the studio/office (13x12) is a great creative space with lots of windows, vaulted ceiling and Mitsubishi HVAC - fantastic schools - truly one of kind!