196 Paces Mill Trail

Description
Welcome to an extraordinary riverside sanctuary less than 20 minutes from the heart of Chapel Hill and the University of North Carolina. This 21-acre estate, gracing the banks of the majestic Haw River, seamlessly blends luxury living with natural splendor. The property features nearly a mile of private riverside trails, perfect for hiking or accessing the river for canoeing, kayaking, and fishing—with abundant bass, carp, crappie, sunfish, and bluegill. This enchanting...A Majestic Haven on the Haw
Welcome to an extraordinary riverside sanctuary less than 20 minutes from the heart of Chapel Hill and the University of North Carolina. This 21-acre estate, gracing the banks of the majestic Haw River, seamlessly blends luxury living with natural splendor. The property features nearly a mile of private riverside trails, perfect for hiking or accessing the river for canoeing, kayaking, and fishing—with abundant bass, carp, crappie, sunfish, and bluegill. This enchanting refuge teems with wildlife. Deer regularly graze the grounds, while otters and beavers make their home along the riverbank. Bird enthusiasts will marvel at the diverse avian population, including majestic bald eagles, great blue herons, ospreys, warblers, and kingfishers. Your home is comparable to this natural environment's beauty. Built in 2020 and designed by acclaimed architect Arielle Schechter—recognized among Forbes Magazine's 200 Best Residential Architects of 2025—this contemporary masterpiece showcases sophisticated design that harmonizes with its stunning setting. Breathtaking views of what many consider the river's most picturesque section are displayed through expansive windows, seemingly dissolving the boundary between indoors and out. Environmental consciousness meets luxury in this near net-zero residence, featuring: Rooftop solar array Geothermal heating and cooling Triple-glazed European passive house windows and doors Advanced water catchment system with dual 5,000-gallon cisterns Solar reflective shades
The property's resort-like amenities include: Infinity pool with spa Steam shower Separate workshop building with exercise room Upstairs bonus room Private yurt
This secluded residential resort offers an unparalleled living experience that must be seen to be truly appreciated.
- Listed by Laura Z Whayne • RE/MAX United
- Listed by Scott Zimmerman • RE/MAX United
Property Details for 196 Paces Mill Trail
Property Details for 196 Paces Mill Trail
Status | Active |
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MLS # | 10073633 |
Days on Market | 24 |
Taxes | $6,913 / year |
HOA Fees | - |
Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
Compass Type | Single Family |
MLS Type | Residential / Single Family Residence |
Year Built | 2020 |
Lot Size | 21.18 AC / 922,600 SF |
County | Chatham County |
Building Information for 196 Paces Mill Trail
Property Information for 196 Paces Mill Trail
- Water Body Name: Haw River
- Zoning: R-5
- Directions: 196 Paces Mill Trail Pittsboro. MAKE SURE Paces Mill intersects with Riverbirch Drive on your GPS or you might end up on the other side of the river (we are on the Chapel Hill side) After you turn on Riverbirch Drive, Paces Mill trail is second road on right. Go thru electric gate down hill, take right at the pond and then go straight until the road ends. Property will be on the river side after the pond.
- Subdivision Name: Not in a Subdivision
- Latitude: 35.811022
- Longitude: -79.182184
- Road Frontage Type: Easement
- Road Surface Type: Gravel
- Waterfront Description: Navigable Water, River Front, Waterfront
- Association: No
- Tax Annual Amount: $6,912.67
- City Limits Of: Pittsboro
- City Limits YN: No
- Lot Number: n/a
- Restrictive Covenants YN: Yes
- Tax Lot: n/a
- Comp Sale YN: No
- Original MLS: Triangle MLS Inc
- Property Leased YN: No
- Years Owned: 1 or More Year(s)
- Elementary School: Chatham - Perry Harrison
- Middle Or Junior School: Chatham - Margaret B Pollard
- High School: Chatham - Northwood
- Open Parking: Yes
- Parking Features: Additional Parking, Aggregate, Attached, Direct Access, Driveway, Electric Gate, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Gated, Private, Unpaved, Workshop in Garage
- Carport Spaces: 1.0
- Carport: Yes
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2.0
- Garage: Yes
- Building Area Total: 2874.0
- Lot Features: Bluff, Cleared, Flood Plains, Garden, Gentle Sloping, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped, Level, Many Trees, Meadow, Native Plants, Partially Cleared, Rock Outcropping, Secluded, Sloped Down, Views, Waterfront, Wooded
- Detached Living Area Sq Ft: 1576
- Other Area Above Grade: 576
- Other Area Below Grade: 432
- Total Other Area Sq Ft: 1008
- Other Structures: Second Garage, Shed(s), Storage, Workshop, See Remarks
- Parcel Number: 9744 00 69 7055
- Structure Type: House, Site Built
- Above Grade Unfinished Area Source: See Remarks
- Below Grade Unfinished Area Source: Other
- Building Project Name: n/a
- Enhanced Accessible: No
- Primary Residence YN: Yes
- Water Frontage Length: 3696
- New Construction: No
- Photos Count: 62
- Above Grade Finished Area Source: See Remarks
- Below Grade Finished Area: 324.0
- Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
- Senior Community: No
- Builder Name: Village Building Co., Inc
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Utilities: Septic Connected, Water Connected, Propane, Underground Utilities
- Water Source: Cistern, Well
- Water_Sewer: Cistern, Well, Septic Tank, Septic Connected, Water Connected, Propane, Underground Utilities
- Green Energy Generation: Solar
- Construction Materials: Concrete, Frame, Synthetic Stucco, See Remarks
- Exterior Features: Balcony, Fenced Yard, Fire Pit, Garden, Gray Water System, Lighting, Private Yard, Rain Barrel/Cistern(s), Rain Gutters, Storage
- Fencing: Back Yard, Other
- Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
- Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio
- Pool Features: Fenced, Gas Heat, In Ground, Infinity, Pool Cover, Pool/Spa Combo, Salt Water, Tile
- Pool Private: No
- Roof: Other
- Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security Gate, Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
- New Construction Type: Concrete, Frame, Synthetic Stucco, See Remarks, House, Site Built
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Basement Description: Concrete, Daylight, Exterior Entry, Heated, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access
- Fireplace Features: Bath, Gas, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Glass Doors, Living Room, Propane, Wood Burning Stove, See Remarks
- Fireplace Y N: Yes
- Fireplaces Total: 2
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Door Features: Sliding Doors
- Windows Treatment: Screens, Solar Screens, Triple Pane Windows
- Cooling: Central Air, Geothermal, Zoned
- Cooling?: Yes
- Heating: Electric, Geothermal, Wood Stove, See Remarks
- Heating?: Yes
- Appliances: Built-In Electric Range, Built-In Freezer, Built-In Gas Oven, Built-In Refrigerator, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Dryer, Ice Maker, Instant Hot Water, Range Hood, Self Cleaning Oven, Smart Appliance(s), Vented Exhaust Fan, Washer
- Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Main Level, Sink
- Interior Features: Bathtub Only, Bidet, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Dining Room Combination, Living/Dining Room Combination, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Separate Shower, Shower Only, Stone Counters, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower, Whirlpool Tub
- Spa Features: Heated, In Ground
- Spa: Yes
- Equipment Appliances: Built-In Electric Range, Built-In Freezer, Built-In Gas Oven, Built-In Refrigerator, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Dryer, Ice Maker, Instant Hot Water, Range Hood, Self Cleaning Oven, Smart Appliance(s), Vented Exhaust Fan, Washer
- Interior: Septic Connected, Water Connected, Propane, Underground Utilities, Additional Parking, Aggregate, Attached, Direct Access, Driveway, Electric Gate, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Gated, Private, Unpaved, Workshop in Garage, Concrete, Frame, Synthetic Stucco, See Remarks, Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Main Level, Sink, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security Gate, Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
- Equipment: Built-In Electric Range, Built-In Freezer, Built-In Gas Oven, Built-In Refrigerator, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Dryer, Ice Maker, Instant Hot Water, Range Hood, Self Cleaning Oven, Smart Appliance(s), Vented Exhaust Fan, Washer, Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Main Level, Sink, Additional Parking, Aggregate, Attached, Direct Access, Driveway, Electric Gate, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Gated, Private, Unpaved, Workshop in Garage
- Additional Equipment: Fuel Tank(s), Generator, Satellite Dish, Other
- Rooms Total: 6.0
- Room Dimensions: 17.8 x 13.5
- Room Width: 13.5
- Room Length: 17.8
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Primary Bedroom
- Room Dimensions: 10.6 x 10.2
- Room Width: 10.2
- Room Length: 10.6
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
- Room Dimensions: 17 x 23
- Room Width: 23.0
- Room Length: 17.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Great Room
- Room Dimensions: 20 x 16.5
- Room Width: 16.5
- Room Length: 20.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Dimensions: 7 x 8.3
- Room Width: 8.3
- Room Length: 7.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Mud Room
- Room Dimensions: 12.6 x 13
- Room Width: 13.0
- Room Length: 12.6
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Room Dimensions: 12 x 14
- Room Width: 14.0
- Room Length: 12.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Dimensions: 17.5 x 17.5
- Room Width: 17.5
- Room Length: 17.5
- Room Level: Basement
- Room Type: Bonus Room
- Room Dimensions: 10 x 8.3
- Room Width: 8.3
- Room Length: 10.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Laundry
- Room Description: Foyer
- Room Dimensions: 7 x 5.5
- Room Width: 5.5
- Room Length: 7.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Other
- Room Description: Garage
- Room Dimensions: 24 x 24
- Room Width: 24.0
- Room Length: 24.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Other
- Room Description: Yurt
- Room Dimensions: 24 x 24
- Room Width: 24.0
- Room Length: 24.0
- Room Level: Additional
- Room Type: Other
- Property Class Name: CrossProperty
Property History for 196 Paces Mill Trail
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Public Records for 196 Paces Mill Trail
Schools near 196 Paces Mill Trail
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
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Public - | PK to 5 | |||
Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
Public - | 9 to 13 |
Rating | School | Distance |
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Perry W Harrison Elementary PublicPK to 5 | ||
Margaret B. Pollard Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Northwood High Public9 to 12 | ||
Chatham School Of Science & Engineering Public9 to 13 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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