Chapel Hill Homes with Lake Community Features

Welcome to Chapel Hill, North Carolina—a charming town that perfectly blends Southern hospitality with a vibrant cultural scene. Nestled in the heart of the Research Triangle, Chapel Hill is renowned for its picturesque landscapes, historic architecture, and the prestigious University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. This thriving community boasts a rich tapestry of art, music, and outdoor activities, making it an ideal place for families, professionals, and retirees alike.

For those seeking a serene lifestyle by the water, Chapel Hill offers an array of homes within lake community features. Imagine waking up to the gentle lapping of waves and enjoying your morning coffee while soaking in breathtaking lake views. These homes are designed for those who appreciate nature and tranquility, providing direct access to various recreational activities such as kayaking, fishing, and hiking along scenic trails.

The lake communities in Chapel Hill are not just about stunning views; they foster a sense of community and connection. Residents often gather for seasonal events, picnics by the water, and neighborhood barbecues, creating lasting friendships and memories. Additionally, with top-rated schools, diverse dining options, and a plethora of shopping experiences, life in Chapel Hill is both convenient and fulfilling.

Whether you’re looking for a cozy cottage or a modern family home, Chapel Hill’s lake communities offer a unique opportunity to embrace a lifestyle that harmonizes relaxation with vibrant community living. Discover your dream home in this enchanting town and experience the best of North Carolina living!

Newest Chapel Hill Homes with Lake Community Features

$379,900

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 10199843 MLS

Welcome to 5 Banstead Pl, Chapel Hill, NC! Presenting a 1,403-square-foot townhouse that has undergone a total renovation. Beautiful landscaping welcomes you as you enter through the front courtyard. Inside this townhouse you will discover an extremely open floor plan. 2 bedrooms, an office and 1 renovated bath. Multiple walk-in closet for your storage needs. Hardwood flooring throughout the living areas with tile in the bath, accentuating the fresh aesthetic of the total renovation. The heart of the home features a renovated kitchen, which comes equipped with a double oven, large island with seating. Dark blue cabinets and shiplap add style and character. Sink has cutting board and drying rack attachments. Smartly tucked under the stairs is a beverage center with 3 taps and an additional beverage fridge for all your entertaining needs. Dining and living rooms have shiplap accent walls, LED lighting, and a fireplace. Large patio windows make this home light and bright. Home redone with smart light switches that offer automated control. The main level primary bedroom has a large patio door that looks on the courtyard, a stylish fandelier, with a generous walk in close. Upstairs features the second bedroom and a private office perfect for work from home or a hobby area/den if desired. The outdoor features of this property provide multiple options for relaxation. Enjoy spending time on the patio with a fenced yard, great for grilling or a place for a furry friend to run around, or spend time in the front private courtyard area. Residents have access to walking trails, pond, a communal pool on the premises and pickleball(small fee). Convenient parking right out front with plentiful room for guests. HVAC replaced in 2021. Convenient to UNC, 54, I40, Durham, Duke, RTP, and RDU all minutes away. Contact us today to schedule your viewing of this townhouse!

5 Banstead Pl, Chapel Hill

$975,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 10198123 MLS

Beautifully maintained home featuring two ensuite bedrooms and a considerably sized office on the main floor. The eat in kitchen has an open floor plan connecting to the main living room, which includes a separate formal dining room. Enjoy the serene, private screened in porch and back garden with a fire pit area perfect for the fall evenings upon us. The secondary staircase leads to a spacious bonus room ideal for an additional office while still leaving plenty of space for the fun essentials one must have in their home! Current owner considered adding an additional garage where the extended parking area is at the top of the driveway for those who might need it. The 427 SF of unfinished attic space is ample for storage or further potential heated space. Being just minutes from shopping, restaurants, Chapel Hill, UNC, Duke and the RDU International Airport this gem covers all the bases. Please note: The Governors Club community has been on a water restriction leaving our lawns a bit dry however, the grass has just been aeriated and reseeded.

74007 Harvey, Chapel Hill

$549,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 10197793 MLS

Exquisite John Hartley contemporary home with water views! This stunning one-of-a-kind design features signature Hartley touches: expansive windows, high end natural finishes, abundant light, and rooms with unique architectural interest. Enjoy stellar design and construction, all perfectly set on the near half acre lot to capture the gorgeous pond below. The entire back of the home: Living, Dining, Bedrooms and sitting room, all overlook the water. You can swim, boat, and fish! Or just sit back and enjoy the sun shimmering on the water from your large back deck. Inside, you'll relish the soaring two story ceiling with custom "bow tie" window in the Dining Room, updated or refinished hardwoods through all main living areas, and a flexible, light-filled floor plan. The house also boasts two primary suites! One up and one down, both showcasing pond views, and both with newly renovated bathrooms! Plus a large loft perfect for office, with its own loft above. Beyond, enjoy the community garden, trails and amphitheater in this small, beloved community that's just a stones throw to the Emerson Waldorf School. Feel a world away, yet be just minutes from major highways and universities. You're bound to leave your heart at 6426 Heartwood; it's just that special.

6426 Heartwood Dr, Chapel Hill

$625,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10197283 MLS

Tucked away at the back of Downing Creek, 2109 Carriage Way offers a peaceful cul-de-sac setting with a small park at its center and woods behind the home. Bright & airy open floor plan - soaring ceilings, gorgeous hardwoods & stylish updates at every turn. Sophisticated formal living and dining rooms with fine architectural detailing. The kitchen of your dreams boats pristine white and glass-front cabinetry, granite counters, herringbone subway tile backsplash, gas range plus second wall oven & abundant storage. Open floor plan kitchen, breakfast and family room featuring beautiful white built-in cabinetry and shelving, cozy wood burning fireplace and floor-to-ceiling windows and French doors. Elegant primary suite with large walk-in closet and primary bath with dual vanity, granite counters, skylight, large soaking tub and frameless tiled walk-in shower. Three more bedrooms (two connected by a Jack and Jill bathroom) round out the 2nd floor. An oversized two-car garage and expansive driveway provide ample room for parking and storage. Relax on the new deck with your morning coffee while taking in the wooded views. Downing Creek offers tree-lined streets, community walking trails, and amenities within walking distance, including a swimming pool, tennis courts, playground, and two ponds for catch-and-release fishing—all conveniently located near UNC, Duke, Southpoint, and downtown Durham. You will absolutely love this home. Schedule your showing today.

2109 Carriage Way, Chapel Hill

$1,490,000

5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 10196545 MLS

Carolina blue skies ahead. This custom Dixon Kirby Dutch Colonial in Meadowmont makes a graceful first impression with ten-foot ceilings, oversized 6-over-1 windows and hardwood floors throughout. Consider this your invitation because the rest of the house keeps the conversation going. The open kitchen is made for hosting and for the hosts who linger there. A Sub-Zero refrigerator, 36" gas range and 8' granite island with seating anchor the space while an under-counter beverage cooler and walk-in pantry keep the details effortless. The full-size breakfast nook handles everything from weekday coffee to a leisurely brunch. The main-level primary suite knows how to unwind. Heated bath floors, dual vanities, a separate water closet, a tiled walk-in shower with two shower heads and a soaking tub set a decidedly spa-like tone. Two walk-in closets and a door to the covered quaint porch complete the scene, ideal for morning tea, a little scrolling or well-earned quiet. Flexibility is the house's best trick. The bonus room, with its own staircase, plays any role you cast: golf simulator, fitness studio, teen lounge or a playroom for ambitious LEGO architecture. The main-floor laundry room keeps daily life running smoothly. Upstairs are a bedroom en-suite, two bedrooms connected by a generous bath with dual vanities, a nook for an office or craft projects and a separate gaming room. The unfinished walk-up third floor awaits as storage or future living space. The screened porch addition is the star of the evening. A stacked stone gas fireplace, built-in speakers, wall-mounted infrared heaters and ceiling fans make it a four-season space for living and dining. Beyond it, a fenced backyard framed by hardwood trees sets an intimate stage for a solo stove, s'mores and Adirondack chairs. The 2-car garage is equally well-appointed, with an EV charger, built-in cabinets and work counter for the tinkerer in residence. Meandering, sidewalk-lined streets lead to Meadowmont Village, parks, playgrounds, trails and YMCA at Meadowmont. A polished address with plenty of personality.

1216 Pinehurst Dr, Chapel Hill

$599,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10196426 MLS

Come and Discover this Hidden Gem in Governors Village! More than Meets the Eye!! Beautifully maintained and ready for your personal touch. This home offers, timeless, appeal, Backyard Retreat, and flexible floor plan with room to make it your own. The main level features a primary suite (with Steam Shower and Jacuzzi Tub) , Spacious main level Laundry room, and an additional office/flex room, conveniently located next to a full bath perfect for your choice of additional living space. Upstairs is a full bath, bedroom and additional bedroom/flex room. Step outside to the covered patio and enjoy the level landscaped backyard, an ideal setting for relaxing or entertaining. The oversized detached garage provides exceptional space for vehicle storage, a workshop or hobbies. Improvements include: Upper level HVAC replaced in 2024, 75 gal water heater replaced in 2025, Roof replaced in 2020, Garage Springs and Belt replaced in 2025, Fireplace regulator and pilot assembly replaced in 2025...providing piece of mind for years to come. Community features: WALK TO SHOPS AND RESTAURANTS. This master-planned community offers a unique blend of charm, convenience, and connection. Residents enjoy wonderful amenities, including a community pool (included in your HOA fee), tennis, pickle ball and basketball courts, scenic parks, and a peaceful pond. It's a place where neighbors connect, outdoor living is part of daily life, and everyday conveniences are right at your fingertips. Within 25 minutes to RTP and RDU Airport. NOTE: Photos of Upper Level, Bedroom/Den, Main Level Guest Bedroom/Office, Primary Bedroom and Living Room are digitally staged. Smart TVs in upstairs bedroom and patio convey.

10054 Bost, Chapel Hill

$3,250,000

6 Beds ⋅ 7 Baths ⋅ 10195421 MLS

This luxury lake front estate, is located in the heart of the beloved Lake Forest neighborhood on the widest most private part of Eastwood lake. This one of a kind home is where the original builder used reclaimed heart of pine floors, kiln dried hand made brick and an incredible wood front door from the Teague Estate. The almost acre flat lot is located on a quiet cul de sac, with a circular drive, and beautiful mature landscaping/grassy backyard. The lakefront has an incredible stone gazebo and deck, walk-in beach, perfect to enjoy a lake life of kayaking, windsurfing, paddle boarding, swimming, fishing or just a relaxing float. Overall, this exceptional home has been beautifully renovated with only the best new world aesthetics, but has maintained that old world charm. The Chef's kitchen has a Thermador gas range, a built in side by side Sub-zero refrigerator, granite, stainless, and eat-in kitchen island. The incredible main floor large primary suite has a retreat, walk in closet, ensuite bath, opens to a private deck and of course has endless views of the lake. The primary ensuite bath has double vanities, large soaking tub, and separate shower. The main level features reclaimed heart of pine flooring, family room with fireplace that opens to the chef kitchen and breakfast nook, a formal dining room anchored by a stunning chandelier and a grand living room with fireplace. The living room opens to a three-season enclosed porch with tongue and groove ceiling, which opens to a back deck and all have incredible lake views. The second floor has three bedrooms, two which share a jack and Jill bath and there is another full bath on this floor. The lower level has walls of windows opening to a patio, beautiful views of the lake, fireplace, recreation room, and play room. It also has a mini-kitchen, and two bedrooms all which could be a great in-law suite. One of the lower level bedrooms has a retreat as well as opens to a private patio. Finally, there is a wonderful space over the garage with a separate exterior entrance that the current owner uses as a music room, but is great flexible space and It also has a half bath. East Chapel Hill school district, minutes to shopping and fine restaurants, five minutes to UNC/Downtown Chapel Hill and fifteen minutes from Duke University. A once in a lifetime opportunity with everything you could desire at an exclusive resort, but right here at home in the southern part of heaven, Chapel Hill!

2140 N Lakeshore Dr, Chapel Hill

$850,000

5 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 10193244 MLS

An exceptional home that effortlessly combines timeless design with a versatile layout tailored for multi-generational living, featuring primary suites on both the 1st & 2nd floors, nestled in beautiful Governors Lake within the Governors Village community. A friendly front porch sets an inviting tone and leads into a welcoming foyer. Beyond lies the dramatic living room with a soaring ceiling & clerestory windows that fill the airy space with sunshine. Large enough to showcase a grand piano with plenty of space to relax, yet cozy enough for quiet conversations by the gas fireplace, this central room is stylish & sophisticated. Epicureans will appreciate the expansive kitchen, thoughtfully crafted for an effortless workflow & approved by the professional chef owner, boasting plentiful cabinetry & storage, stainless appliances, a dual fuel gas range, & a 2nd oven. Savory culinary creations can be enjoyed in either the light-filled breakfast nook or the elegant dining room, both conveniently positioned just off the kitchen. Tucked away nearby for maximum privacy is a quiet executive office. The sizeable 1st floor primary suite serves as a serene sanctuary, complete with a relaxing reading alcove beside a bay window, an en-suite bath & WIC. Upstairs, the clever design shines with a 2nd primary suite featuring a private full bath & WIC, equally ideal as a splendid bonus room, alongside 3 additional bedrooms to complete this 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath home. Outside, a sunny back deck overlooks tasteful plantings, while sidewalks lead directly to the lake for fresh air & dog walks, or around the corner to local shopping & fun dining. With low Chatham County taxes, great schools, friendly neighbors, an easy commute to UNC, Duke, & I-40, plus a community pool & play areas, this meticulously maintained home seamlessly balances comfort & lifestyle with everyday conveniences.

12024 Wicker Dr, Chapel Hill

$735,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10192630 MLS

Welcome to your private sanctuary in Governors Club where modern comfort meets natural beauty in one of the area's most sought-after gated communities (24-hour security). This stunning custom home nestled amongst trees offers the perfect haven for those seeking privacy, tranquility and natural beauty. Step inside this lovely home where you're greeted with soaring ceilings and a wall of windows which allows for an abundance of natural light to flow throughout the main floor. The heart of the home centers around the spacious gathering room with custom built-ins surrounding the gas log FP. The kitchen seamlessly flows into the dining area in this open floor plan. The large deck was constructed with composite materials ('Trex'') for low maintenance. Friends will enjoy the huge rec room with kitchenette / wet bar as well as a living area ideal for big screen viewing. Guests can meander out to the 3-season enclosed / screened porch with EZE Breeze windows. Multiple desks and bookcases will easily fit into the oversized office. Enjoy the outdoor serenity via stone paths and a paver patio ideal for grilling and a fire pit. Gutter guards keep water flowing where it should go! There's ample walk-in storage as well as additional shelving surrounding the drop-zone in the laundry area. This meticulously maintained home has easy access to paved lake trails. Low Chatham County taxes - No city taxes! Enjoy the award winning 27-hole Jack Nicklaus golf course, fitness center, swimming, tennis and dining that are part of this gorgeous community (separate membership). Kitchen refrigerator included. Welcome home!

81008 Alexander, Chapel Hill

$795,000

5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 10192259 MLS

This beautiful 5-bedroom home sits in a low property tax area within easy reach of top Chapel Hill schools. Enjoy serene lake views right from your backyard, with a small lake bordered by a natural walking trail circling the water, plus a wooded, vacant lot on the left for extra privacy. Step outside onto two tier back decks, perfect for entertaining or simply soaking in the water view. The home features two-car entry garage and a walkout basement with its own door and windows — ideal for a home gym, rec room, or flexible living space. Inside, you'll find a versatile floor plan with an office/sunroom, formal living room, dining room, and a separate family room, plus 4 bathrooms (3 full, 1 half). Beautiful hardwood floors mix with carpets run throughout the first floor, and a new architectural shingle roof (installed 2025) means peace of mind for years to come. A rare combination of lake views, privacy, and living space — this one won't last long.

302 Sylvan Way, Chapel Hill

$2,250,000

4 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ 10191804 MLS

Welcome to elevated living on Edwards Mountain! Tucked behind the gates of Governors Club, this exceptional custom estate was designed by architect Keith Shaw and sits beautifully on a private .76-acre hilltop homesite with gorgeous views and unforgettable sunsets. From the moment you step inside, the home makes an impression-soaring 10-20 ft ceilings, walls of natural light, hardwood floors on both levels, beautiful millwork, custom built-ins and stunning carved sandstone fireplaces. And then there's the kitchen! Custom Thompson cabinetry, an oversized granite island, Viking gas range, Sub-Zero refrigerator and walk-in pantry with Dacor wall oven create a true chef's kitchen, while the expansive butler's pantry with wine storage and U-Line refrigeration is ready for entertaining. (Many updates have been completed from 2022 forward-please see the Special Features document for additional details.) The main-level owner's suite is a retreat all its own, complete with a sitting area, spacious spa-like bath and incredible custom dressing and wardrobe area. Upstairs, everyone gets their own space with three additional en-suite bedrooms, a reading loft, media/bonus room, sauna and climate-controlled storage. The outdoor living may just become your favorite part-a screened porch, covered stone terrace, outdoor kitchen, built-in speakers, lush landscaping and a beautiful private waterfall create an incredible backdrop for morning coffee, dinner with friends or a glass of wine as the sun goes down. This home has been exceptionally well cared for, and it shows. Major updates include furnaces approximately 3 years old, HVAC systems under 7 years old and 50-year shingles, along with Control4 whole-home audio, Lutron lighting, plantation shutters, generator, whole-house water filtration, tankless water heaters, a 3-car garage and numerous additional updates. A pre-listing home inspection has also been completed, offering buyers additional insight and confidence in a home that has been thoughtfully maintained. All of this just minutes from UNC, Duke, RTP, RDU, dining, shopping and world-class healthcare. Luxury and privacy without feeling too far away-and a home that is anything but ordinary.

97507 Franklin Rdg, Chapel Hill

$575,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10191762 MLS

UPDATED home in Downing Creek w/NEW CARPET, fresh Paint! BRIGHT open floor plan with updated Kitchen including CABINETS, QUARTZ counters, huge ISLAND, STAINLESS appliances & TILE flooring. SUNROOM off family room for extra entertainment space. Upstairs Owners suite with updated vanity, SOAKING TUB & TILE/WALK-IN shower! Dedicated OFFICE with built-ins, three secondary bedrooms plus a huge WALK-IN attic space. Large DECK overlooks the private FENCED yard. 2023 NEW WINDOWS! Community Lake, Playground, Pool & Tennis close by. Sellers completed structural repairs - see docs & warranty info. HWY 54/501/I-40, Downtown Chapel Hill & Jordan Lake all close by! Assumable VA loan for BOTH Veterans and Non-Veterans. Current rate is 2.99%-ability to assume the loan is subject to lender/servicer approval and buyer qualification. Buyer covers the difference between the purchase price and the assumed loan balance, plus applicable closing costs. Contact listing agent for details.

1153 Belfair Way, Chapel Hill

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