Welcome to 4312 Forest Edge Trail, an open-plan brick colonial nestled in the highly coveted Hope Creek neighborhood of Durham, North Carolina. Just steps away from miles of Duke Forest trails and the Trinity School campus, this spacious, three-level home offers five bedrooms and four full bathrooms uniquely situated across from the tall pines of quiet, protected forest land. More than 4,300 square feet of meticulously-designed living space affords room for casual entertaining alongside livable, high-end finishes. The vaulted, two-story foyer and great room on the main level flank a sunny gourmet kitchen, updated with shining Quartzite countertops, backsplash, and stainless steel appliances. A custom-build oversized island welcomes with barstool seating, providing ample space for meal prep and comfortable family dining. Adjacent French glass doors open to the screened-in porch, surrounded by green trees and a second-story deck. A well-appointed main level bedroom is complete with an en-suite bathroom, featuring Onyx countertops and Calacatta Gold Marble walk-in shower and bronze fixtures. The spacious two-car garage is designed for optimal storage, featuring an EV charger and an elevated ''deck'' with mudroom lockers and a bonus refrigerator. The luxurious primary bedroom on the upper level offers a serene retreat featuring elevated ceilings, custom trim work, and a walk-in closet. The primary en-suite bathroom features separate, Marble vanity countertops and a seated makeup table, a Marble shower with slab bench and a deep freestanding bath tub. Nestled among the four upstairs bedrooms for optimal convenience, the laundry room includes a side-by-side washer and dryer with built-in cabinetry for organized storage. Slide open a custom track door and head down the stairs to the light-filled lower level, designed for entertaining guests of all ages. Your home gym is open 24/7 with floor-to-ceiling mirrors and French doors that open wide to an inviting recreation room, a wet-bar with poured concrete countertops, and art studio with custom cabinets and stainless steel worktop. The updated full bathroom with Marble tile and heavy custom glass-enclosed shower has a stunning custom-mold basin for washing hands and/or paintbrushes. Step out onto the slate patio after your workout and into the fenced backyard, professionally landscaped for low maintenance beauty, flower cutting and privacy.