This inspired modern farmhouse in the coveted gated community of Brierleigh is your live-work-play retreat set amidst the woods! This welcoming home embraces indoor and outdoor living with abundant natural light and woodland views with two wings of living, a main floor owner's suite, high ceilings and an open layout centered on a soaring marbled entry hall. The gourmet kitchen showcases an expansive island with an induction cooktop, light-filled dining nook, and large desk area opening to the great room and private views of the outdoors. Highlights of the great room include an expansive cathedral ceiling, floor-to-ceiling porcelain tile wrapped wood-burning fireplace, and screened-in porch for dining and lounging. Relax in the spacious main level owner suite with its own screened-in porch, cathedral ceilings, spa-like bath with heated floors, towel warmer, soaking tub, generously sized glass enclosed shower, and two luxurious walk-in closets. The living room features a quartz wrapped wood-burning fireplace, adjacent to your private home office, both conveniently served by a refrigerated wet bar. Generously sized second floor bedrooms are carpeted over hardwood floors and enjoy sleek European style bathrooms. The smart mudroom includes abundant built-in cabinets and bench seating, large-capacity stacked washer and dryer, and a deep laundry sink. A finished basement offers a second family room or home theater, fitness/game room, and full bath with heated floors. Two private acres offer seasonally blooming gardens, towering trees, an expansive brick terrace, and spacious yard for games or a future pool! An ideally located home in a quiet, convenient location with quick access to 83 and 695. Many recent updates make this a move-in ready home, including a completely updated floor plan with refinished wood floors and new light fixtures, hardware and finishes throughout; a re-imagined exterior with Hardi-plank cladding and expansive copper-roofed front porch; all new bathrooms and powder room; new mud/laundry room with custom cabinetry, flooring, and appliances; new asphalt driveway and pavers with lighting, and expanded landscape touches. A truly special home. Don't miss the 3D virtual tour!