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November Home Edit: 5 Classic Home Listings We're Loving Right Now

It's the best day of the month, aka time to share November's Home Edit! If you're a new Garden & Grace reader, the Home Edit is our monthly series where we show off of on-the-market homes, hand-picked for the Garden & Grace community.

2824 PUMP HOUSE ROAD
Photo & listing via Helen Drennen

It's the best day of the month, aka time to share November's Home Edit! If you're a new Garden & Grace reader, the Home Edit is our monthly series where we show off on-the-market homes — hand-picked for the Garden & Grace community.

This month’s curated roundup features five traditional homes, sprinkled all throughout the south. It's no surprise, some of these beautiful homes have already accepted offers. 

2824 Pump House Road - Mountain Brook, AL

4 beds | 3.5+ baths | 4,910 square feet | $2.25 million

This brick adobe is loaded with traditional character, from its charming curb appeal to its formal dining and living areas. I can picture many dinner parties and casual get togethers on the blue stone patio, overlooking the acres of mature gardens and landscaping. 

This home is listed by Helen Drennen at RealtySouth.

2824 PUMP HOUSE ROAD
Photo & listing via Helen Drennen
2824 PUMP HOUSE ROAD
Photo & listing via Helen Drennen
2824 PUMP HOUSE ROAD
Photo & listing via Helen Drennen

2622 Dover Road Road -Raleigh, NC

4 beds | 3.5 baths | 4,720 square feet | $1.9 million

With its painted brick exterior, arched doorways, gracious outdoor living spaces and built-ins throughout, this home exudes Southern elegance. 

This home is listed by Elaine Wood at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices

2622 Dover Road Road - Raleigh, NC
Listing & photo via Elaine Wooten Wood
2622 Dover Road Road - Raleigh, NC
Listing & photo via Elaine Wooten Wood
2622 Dover Road Road - Raleigh, NC
Listing & photo via Elaine Wooten Wood

2021 Spottswood Road - Charlottesville, VA

4 beds | 3.5 baths | 4,436 square feet | $2.9 million

This storied home was designed by famed architect Milton Grigg and built by RE Lee & Sons. It was Lee’s personal residence. I love the architectural details throughout. 

This home is listed by Charlotte Dammann at McLean Faulconer

2021 Spottswood Rd Charlottesville, VA 22903
Photo & listing via Charlotte Dammann
2021 Spottswood Rd Charlottesville, VA 22903
Photo & listing via Charlotte Dammann
2021 Spottswood Rd Charlottesville, VA 22903
Photo & listing via Charlotte Dammann

375 Farmington Drive -Charlottesville, VA

7 beds |8 baths | 12,728 square feet | $8.45 million

Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, this impressive estate sits on 43 rolling acres.   It features an indoor pool pavilion, tennis courts and endless other amenities, just three miles from UVA. 

This home is listed by Sally Du Bose at Sally Du Bose Real Estate Partners

375 Farmington Dr, Charlottesville, VA 22901
Photo & listing via Sally Du Bose
375 Farmington Dr, Charlottesville, VA 22901
Photo & listing via Sally Du Bose
375 Farmington Dr, Charlottesville, VA 22901
Photo & listing via Sally Du Bose

610 Ivy Lane -Charlottesville, VA

5 beds |5 baths | 6,636 square feet | $5.795 million

Blue Ridge Mountain views, professionally landscaped grounds, multiple fireplaces, an orangery and abundant traditional design details are just a few things we love about this stately home. 

This home is listed by Tim Michel at McLean Faulconer

610 Ivy Ln, Charlottesville, VA 22901
Photo & listing via Tim Michel
610 Ivy Ln, Charlottesville, VA 22901
Photo & listing via Tim Michel
610 Ivy Ln, Charlottesville, VA 22901
Photo & listing via Tim Michel
610 Ivy Ln, Charlottesville, VA 22901
Photo & listing via Tim Michel

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See Inside: A Magazine-Worthy Home Designed For Family Living

This Raleigh, North Carolina home was recently featured on the cover of Southern Home Magazine. It's a Master Class in how to design a traditional home that'll grow with your family for years to come.

This Raleigh, North Carolina home was recently featured on the cover of Southern Home Magazine. Garden & Grace is proud to show off a few more photos, thanks to interior designer Katherine Connell and photographer Dustin Peck. 

It's a Master Class in how to design a traditional home that'll grow with your family for years to come—brought to life by builder John Sanders, architect Carter Skinner, interior designer Katherine Connell and stylist Kendra Surface. Let's take a look around this unforgettable residence.

Southern Home Magazine summer cover story- a raleigh home designed by katherine connell design exterior

The character is evident as soon as you walk in the door. With wide cased arches and openings, a delicately curved staircase and a well-styled entry, it's hard to believe this home hasn't been here for decades already. 

Southern Home Magazine summer cover story- a raleigh home designed by katherine connell design front door

The character is evident as soon as you walk in the door. With wide cased arches and openings, a delicately curved staircase and a well-styled entry, it's hard to believe this home hasn't been here for decades already. 

Southern Home Magazine summer cover story- a raleigh home designed by katherine connell deisgn entranceSouthern Home Magazine summer cover story- a raleigh home designed by katherine connell design

The architectural details throughout the home give it so much traditional character. I love seeing that balanced with color, fun hardware and modern comforts like a built-in bar and large, open kitchen. It creates a skillful blend of classic and contemporary. 

Southern Home Magazine summer cover story- a raleigh home designed by katherine connell deisgn wet barSouthern Home Magazine summer cover story- a raleigh home designed by katherine connell design

The dining room is one of my favorite spaces in the house. It really leans into that formality with a classic dining set, mural walls and an elegant, timeless chandelier. It feels like a treasure box. 

Southern Home Magazine summer cover story- a raleigh home designed by katherine connell designSouthern Home Magazine summer cover story- a raleigh home designed by katherine connell design dining room

You see a lot of soothing blues throughout the home, and I like how this living area is a little more unexpected, but you still see the blue through piping and a few accessories. The vintage framed panels and deep, plush salmon couches are truly one-of-a-kind. 

Southern Home Magazine summer cover story- a raleigh home designed by katherine connell design living area

Something that really stuck out to me in the Southern Home Magazine feature was how well the design team thought about building around the owner's current needs, while still planning for the future. For example, the bedrooms were all made larger than necessary for a small child—knowing those kids would grow into teens who still call this place home. It's that kind of thoughtfulness that makes hiring the right team so important. 

Southern Home Magazine summer cover story- a raleigh home designed by katherine connell design

I also really appreciated the attention to detail spent on the curb appeal and outdoor living spaces. In North Carolina we're so lucky that we're able to spend most months outside—and I sure wouldn't mind family dinners out here. 

Southern Home Magazine summer cover story- a raleigh home designed by katherine connell design outdoor kitchen and living spaceSouthern Home Magazine summer cover story- a raleigh home designed by katherine connell design exterior

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