Willowhaven Homes for Sale

Willowhaven, located just outside the city limits of Durham, is a neighborhood characterized by its towering trees and golf greens. The area features Colonial Revival, split-level, and ranch-style homes, primarily built in the 1960s and 1970s, each resting on lots typically around a half-acre or more. These homes often have well water and septic tank systems, with some backing up to regulatory floodways. The centerpiece of Willowhaven is the Umstead Pines at Willowhaven, a family-friendly golf and swim club with a semi-private 18-hole golf course designed by George Cobb. The club also features an outdoor pool, tennis courts, and several dining options, including the Pinecone Grill and the clubhouse dining room. Nearby Valley Springs Park offers a playground, ballfields, and a tree-shaded disc golf course, while Eno River State Park provides wooded trails, campsites, and fishing areas, with an access point for the Dunnagan Trail off Continental Drive. Dining options near the neighborhood include Italian Pizzeria and Thai Spoon, with grocery stores like Food Lion and Harris Teeter close by. Downtown Durham is about a 9-mile drive, and the Research Triangle Park is less than 20 miles away. Raleigh-Durham International Airport is a little over 20 miles from Willowhaven. The neighborhood is served by Durham Public Schools, including the highly rated Riverside High School.