chapel hill, north carolina

While visiting The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill a few weeks ago, I left the hotel early in the morning to catch a glimpse of the surrounding area. I was treated to one of the prettiest neighborhoods I have seen in a while.

These particular homes were all in the Franklin-Rosemary Historic District which received its designation in 1976. Due to its proximity to campus, many professors and university presidents have called the neighborhood home.

With the variety of architecture, mature shade trees, stone walls, wrought iron fences, and spring gardens in bloom, it’s not hard to see why so many have chosen to live there. Southerners just have a way of making their homes feel warm and welcoming…take a peek at these photos and I’m sure you’ll agree!

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The bright coral door makes this house sing!
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Details like the wrought iron gate and the third story window make this home unique.
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The wide expanse of green lawn makes this traditional estate home look even grander.
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Wouldn’t you love sitting on that screened in porch sipping a lemonade on a hot summers day?
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The gate made of natural materials is my favorite detail on this home.
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Open gate, rocking chair, wild flowers. What a warm welcome!
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Charming shutter cut outs and white pom-pom hydrangea…so pretty!
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Classic white with black shutters and doors…doesn’t get old!
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I can imagine these rockers full of lounging sorority girls on a Sunday afternoon!

Which is your favorite and why? Is there a particular area of the country you find most welcoming? I’m a New Englander at heart but I have to say there is nothing like a Southern front porch with rocking chairs and a swing!


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12 Comments

  1. The south is stunning, especially when spring has sprung! It is hard to pick a favorite in this group. Of course, the first one, with the yellow home blooming right out of the lush gardens is stellar. I was also struck by the simplicity and charm of the little one with the lavender azaleas. Thanks for sharing your morning stroll!

    1. Thanks Valorie! I saw so many charming homes on my trip! I have to say I agree with you on your two choices – both of those struck me as well with their simple charm!!

  2. Great walk-about! I love the red brick house with its great lawn, and what look like a sun room on either side of the house with decks on top. I love the front door portico, and all those windows with shutters.

  3. They’re all great, but I love the white house with the wide porch, rock path, and wildflowers 🙂 That’s my kind of house! 🙂

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