The same kitchen that feels bright and airy in listing photos becomes the backdrop for champagne toasts and midnight appetizers. The living room you toured in the fall is now glowing with candles, guests gathered around waiting for the countdown. That open floor plan? It’s suddenly full of laughter and clinking glasses as the clock strikes twelve.

Today, we’re pulling back the curtain on a few homes in the Triangle, first as you might see them during a showing, then transformed for the celebration. Because sometimes it takes a little sparkle and shimmer to help you picture where your own traditions could take place.

“You can get excited about the future. The past won’t mind.”

Hillary DePiano

Curated Listings: Find Magic All Around

4 beds | 3 full & 2 half baths | 4,356 sq ft in Wake Forest

Welcome to a 1.66-acre private sanctuary where timeless elegance meets everyday ease—and where your best New Year’s Eve is waiting to happen.

With its French-inspired façade and enchanting Juliet balcony (perfect for a midnight toast under the stars), this storybook home exudes charm and sophistication.

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2 beds | 2 baths | 1,214 sq ft in Downtown Raleigh

Welcome to refined urban living in this true 2-bedroom, 2-bath corner residence at The West Condominiums, an iconic address in the heart of downtown Raleigh and the ultimate front-row seat for ringing in the new year.

This light-filled home features sweeping skyline views that come alive when the clock strikes midnight, modern finishes, and a spacious open-concept layout designed for hosting intimate gatherings or watching the city celebrate below.

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5 beds | 4 full & 1 half baths | 4,249 sq ft in Cary

This one shines in Horton’s Creek, one of West Cary’s most loved communities celebrated for top-rated schools, Greenway trails, and resort-style amenities. Daily convenience is unbeatable with shopping and dining less than a mile away, perfect for last-minute party supplies or a New Year’s Day brunch.

Step inside to a welcoming layout that features a dedicated dining room ready for a champagne toast and a private office for those January goal-setting sessions. The beautifully renovated kitchen opens to a bright and airy living space where guests will naturally gather as the countdown begins.

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A New Kind of New Years Resolution?

If any of these spaces sparked something for you, we’d love to help you take the next step into the new year.

If these aren’t quite the one, we’ll help you find the home that is.

There’s no better time than a fresh start to find a place that truly fits, and nothing says new beginnings like the keys to a new home.

Happy holidays from all of us at The Coley Group!