Nestled in the heart of Historic Oakwood in Downtown Raleigh sits this stunning 1898 E.H. Love House that has been gorgeously renovated with the perfect balance of turn of the century southern charm and modern stylish appointments. This home is truly special and is filled with exceptional features that include: beautifully landscaped lot with rose bushes, mature trees, Japanese maples and more; inviting wrap around porch with swing and room for several rocking chairs; secured parking within your private rear gated driveway off public rear alley; 2 car heated/cooled detached finished garage or workshop; lovely refinished knotty pine hardwoods throughout 1st and 2nd floor; original millwork beautifully restored throughout; original color block stained glass transom over front door; 10ft smooth ceilings on 1st and 9ft on 2nd; 5 working fireplaces with gas logs and 3 decorative fireplaces; chef's kitchen with custom floor to ceiling cabinets, GE Monogram commercial grade gas stove/grill/double oven and built-in refrig; private bar off family room with walk-in wine cellar; office or media room with 3D TV; custom built-in ceiling speakers throughout home; wired for Google fiber; huge primary suite with sitting room with custom built-ins, crystal chandelier; walk-in cedar closet with stacked washer/dryer, spa bath with walk-in steam shower and sliver clawed vessel tub; each additional bedroom has en-suite updated baths; custom stone courtyard/patio with built-in gas grill, pizza oven, fireplace and bar; wrought iron gates, fencing and much more! All this and within the desired subd of Historic Oakwood which provides a walk-able, friendly neighborhood to Downtown Raleigh's shops and restaurants including the popular areas of Peace St and Oakwood Park. Life is good here!