All-brick waterfront home offering timeless design, low maintenance, and exceptional quality construction in the gated golf and lake community of Carolina Trace. This spacious residence features 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, with a highly functional layout designed for comfort and flexibility. The main level includes the primary suite and two additional bedrooms, along with two full bathrooms. The primary suite is well-appointed with a double trey ceiling, recessed lighting, walk-in closet, separate dual vanities, jetted soaking tub, and walk-in shower. Hardwood flooring, high smooth ceilings, and abundant natural light from large picture windows enhance the main living spaces. Enjoy a dual sided gas log fireplace, formal dining room, breakfast nook, and a well-equipped kitchen featuring granite countertops, tile backsplash, double ovens, vented exhaust, island, and extensive cabinet storage. A 3-seasons room opens to a wood composite deck overlooking mature landscaping (pond fed sprinkler system) and water views. The finished walk-out basement expands your living space with two additional bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a recreation room, plus approximately 780 sq ft of unfinished storage/workshop. Step outside to a covered composite deck, perfect for year-round enjoyment. Additional features include pocket doors, recessed lighting, ceiling fans throughout, first-floor laundry with utility sink, and exterior outlet controls from the primary closet (excellent for controlling exterior seasonal lighting during the holiday season). Exterior highlights include a covered front porch, circular driveway, oversized two-car garage with golf cart space, large .59 acre lot, and 6-inch rain gutters. The home is well-insulated for efficiency and comfort. Located in Carolina Trace, a gated community offering two Robert Trent Jones-designed golf courses and a 315+ acre lake, along with optional clubhouse amenities including pool, poolside bar, tennis, pickleball, fitness center, dining, marina, pro shop, driving range, putting green, chipping green, and social events. Conveniently positioned with an easy commute to Fort Bragg, Raleigh, and Pinehurst (approx. 30 minutes), and just minutes from shopping, dining, and a full-service healthcare facility. Sanford continues to grow with major developments finished and underway, including the new library, multi-sport complex, Riverbirch revitalization project featuring Target (expected completion 2027) and additional retail such as BJ’s, Ulta, Whataburger, and Olive Garden in consideration. What’s better than waterfront living in a gated golf community? One that’s built to last.