"Authentic" Modern Farmhouse - Completely renovated and restored, historic, 110 yr-old farm-house, the "Old Mills House", located in the heart of West Cary on a beautiful 1-acre lot set back from Green Level Church Rd. Original features downstairs include 5 fireplaces (non-functional), 10' ceilings, painted wood walls throughout, original pine floors and restored windows and doors, with newly installed storm windows and doors. Wood walls and pine floors carried through to newly finished upstairs, with open stairway, dormer windows in back, and stain glass windows facing front, faithful to original design. Upstairs has 1 large bedroom, 2 large walk-in closets, linen closet, and small hall closet, full bath, and multi-purpose, open bonus room facing front that could be used as spare 4th bedroom, office, play, or exercise space. Mills House is completely updated to modern standards of electrical, plumbing, insulation, etc., including high efficiency, dual (up/down HVAC systems), with new light fixtures throughout, new kitchen, bathrooms, and laundry room, and all new appliances, including washer and dryer. Kitchen has farmhouse sink, quartz counters, large work table island and lots of cabinet space; downstairs main bathroom (accessible from either main floor or back bedroom) has tiled floor, 100 yr old restored clawfoot bathtub, double vanity, and walk-in tiled shower; upstairs bathroom has tiled floor and extra wide tub with tiled shower enclosure. Some rugs and period furnishings provided downstairs; double curtains provided throughout. Small half-bath in front downstairs bedroom. House has large wrap-around front porch, rebuilt to original design, with 2 ceiling fans, porch swing and rocking chairs provided; small covered back porch opens onto large fenced-in back yard. Detached single car garage with security light, inside lights, and storage shelves, wired to support EV charging. Separate covered concrete pad adjacent to garage for extra parking. Front yard has several mature trees, including 3 live oaks that stay green year-round. Privacy fence along rear and side of property borders Cary Greenway, within easy walk to Lowes Foods shopping and both Thomas Brooks Park and Mills Park, and within a few miles to several high-quality local schools (Mill's Elementary & Middle, Green Level High School). Less than a mile to NC 540 on-ramps, and numerous restaurants, grocery stores, and shops within 1-5 miles. Home is not under HOA or management company. Landlords are long-time West Cary residents, retired professionals, with over 20 years-experience managing rental properties in Cary/Apex area. Landlords maintain lawn and yard, make any necessary repairs to house, and are responsive to tenants' needs. This home has local historic designation by Capital Area Preservation, is a part of the Green Level local history, and has been lovingly restored to bring it back to life. We hope to find tenants who will care for, appreciate, and enjoy living in the home. No smoking allowed. Minimum 1 yr lease, employment and personal references required. Tenants are responsible for all utilities (water/sewer bill, trash/recycling, electric). Only well-behaved, non-destructive, non-aggressive pets allowed; all pets must be pre-approved by Landlords. Cats are indoor-only; dogs must be kept inside fence or on leash outside of fence, never tied or chained, and not left outside when tenants are away. Tenants are responsible for repair of damage to yard, fence, or house caused by pets, including but not limited to plants, filling any holes, etc. Pet-caused damage to house can be cause for termination of lease. Dogs or cats must be on monthly flea preventative treatment. Extra non-refundable deposit of $200 per animal required. No parking on lawn, only in driveway and designated areas. Tenants are responsible for keeping house and provided rugs and furnishings in good condition (or stored). Renter's insurance is highly recommended, but not required. Landlords will be responsible for all yard maintenance, including regular mowing and weed-eating, which requires regular access to yard. Given 24-hour notice, landlords reserve the right to inspect home for signs of damage. Available to lease Jan 1st 2025, with possibility to start moving in a week earlier if all lease conditions are met. Property is not to be rented for subleasing or for use in providing short-term rentals to others.
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