Carolina Trace Homes with Dining Area Interior

Welcome to Carolina Trace, a picturesque subdivision nestled in the heart of Sanford, North Carolina, within Lee County. This charming community offers a perfect blend of tranquility and modern living, making it an ideal choice for families, retirees, and anyone seeking a serene lifestyle close to nature.

Carolina Trace is renowned for its beautifully designed homes that boast spacious dining areas, perfect for hosting family gatherings, dinner parties, or simply enjoying a meal in comfort. With a variety of architectural styles and layouts, potential homeowners can find the perfect fit for their needs. The dining areas in these homes are not just functional; they are inviting spaces that foster connections and create lasting memories.

The community itself is surrounded by lush landscapes, tranquil lakes, and scenic walking trails, providing residents with ample opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors. Carolina Trace is also home to a championship golf course, offering recreational activities for golf enthusiasts and a beautiful backdrop for leisurely strolls.

Convenience is key in Carolina Trace, as it is located just a short drive from downtown Sanford, where residents can enjoy local shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions. The friendly atmosphere and strong sense of community make this subdivision a welcoming place to call home.

If you’re looking for a peaceful retreat with beautiful homes featuring inviting dining areas, Carolina Trace is the perfect destination. Come experience the charm of this delightful subdivision and see why so many are proud to call it home!

Newest Carolina Trace Homes with Dining Area Interior

$495,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 766345 MLS

Welcome home to this beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath residence offering 2,679 square feet of living space in the sought-after gated community of Carolina Trace. With a desirable split-bedroom floor plan, soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and an open-concept layout, this home blends comfort, functionality, and timeless style. The spacious main living area features hardwood flooring, a cozy gas fireplace that provides exceptional warmth during cooler months, and large windows that fill the home with sunlight. The kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining with granite countertops, a gas range, ample cabinetry, and seamless flow into the dining and living spaces. Throughout much of the home, you'll find tasteful updates including modern light fixtures, new kitchen hardware, and elegant panel molding that add character and charm. The large primary suite is a peaceful retreat featuring a beautiful bay window overlooking the backyard with access to the back deck. The primary ensuite features a standalone shower and an accessible walk-in tub, offering added convenience without sacrificing comfort. Step outside to enjoy the expansive covered rear deck and stunning stone patio, perfect for morning coffee, weekend cookouts, or relaxing while taking in the private backyard. Stone steps lead to an oversized crawlspace with an impressive amount of storage, a feature you'll appreciate year-round. The current owners fell in love with this home for its welcoming circular driveway, spacious backyard, open-concept design, impressive arch-top windows, soaring ceilings, and the natural light that pours into every room. Located within the desirable Carolina Trace community, residents enjoy a peaceful, gated setting with convenient access to Raleigh, Pinehurst, and Fort Bragg, making it easy to enjoy the best of both quiet living and nearby amenities. This is more than just a house--it's a place you'll love coming home to.

1954 Duffers Lane, Sanford

Listing courtesy of LA BELLE VIE REALTY. Contact:

$446,880

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 766257 MLS

Welcome to 88 Traceway, a spacious all-brick, single-story golf-front home with half-moon pull through driveway located in the desirable gated community of Carolina Trace. This well-designed residence offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, high ceilings, crown molding, ceramic tile flooring, and an open floor plan ideal for comfortable everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen features granite countertops, generous workspace, and a range with a dedicated vent hood. Multiple living and entertaining areas include a formal dining room, formal living room, and a comfortable den featuring built-in bookshelves and a gas-log fireplace. The heated and tiled sunroom provides additional year-round living space with views of the outdoor areas and golf course. The primary suite includes dual vanities and separate his-and-hers walk-in closets. Additional features include an oversized two-car garage, concrete slab foundation, rear patio, pergola, and a private courtyard with low-maintenance turf. Enjoy golf-course views, established surroundings, and a versatile floor plan that combines open gathering spaces with defined formal rooms. Carolina Trace is home to two golf courses designed by renowned architect Robert Trent Jones. An optional country club membership provides access to additional amenities, including formal dining, a swimming pool, poolside bar, golf pro shop, yoga studio, 24-hour-accessible fitness center, and tennis courts. Lee County continues to grow with exciting additions that include the new Lee County Athletic Park, a new county library, Target, and additional shopping and dining options planned for the area. The home is approximately five minutes from groceries and restaurants and offers easy access to major highways. Centrally located between Raleigh, Fort Bragg, and Southern Pines, each is approximately a 35-minute drive away.

88 Traceway, Sanford

Listing courtesy of SANFORD REALTY. Contact:

$359,900

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 764307 MLS

NEW PRICE - Exceptional Value in Carolina Trace! Now offered at an even more attractive price, this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch presents an incredible opportunity to enjoy golf course living in the highly sought-after gated community of Carolina Trace. Situated on a quiet cul-de-sac, this light-filled home welcomes you with vaulted ceilings, an open floor plan, and inviting spaces designed for both everyday living and entertaining. The spacious kitchen features granite countertops, a breakfast bar, and flows effortlessly into the living area with a cozy gas fireplace. Need additional space? The oversized flex room is perfect for a home office, fitness room, hobby space, or second living area. The primary suite features vaulted ceilings and direct access to the bright sunroom—the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee while taking in the peaceful surroundings. Outdoor living truly shines with the expansive wraparound deck, partially screened for year-round enjoyment, offering beautiful golf course views. The oversized two-car garage includes a convenient golf cart door, making it easy to embrace the Carolina Trace lifestyle. With a Club Membership, Residents can enjoy outstanding amenities, including two championship golf courses, a 315-acre lake, a clubhouse, a swimming pool, tennis and pickleball courts, and 24-hour gated security. With a recent $10,000 price improvement, this home offers an incredible opportunity to own in one of Sanford's premier communities. Schedule your private showing today and see everything this exceptional home has to offer!

573 Broadmoor Court, Sanford

Listing courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER ADVANTAGE #5 (SANFORD). Contact:

$549,000

3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 761517 MLS

SANFORD CAROLINA TRACE!-NEW Construction READY NOW! OPEN CONCEPT, 1st FLOOR MASTER w/ Everything, PLUS. 3BDRMS 3.5 BATHS total in this 2775 SqFt TOTAL FINISHED HOME, w/ "EXtra 280 SqFt WALKOUT STORAGE" on 2nd Floor in the Room over Garage YOU CAN FINISH as YOU GROW?(& MOST of 280SqFt FINISHABLE per GC/Builder). SERENE LOCATION in (CAROLINA TRACE RESORT COMMUNITY "MALLARD COVE" SUBDV)w/awesome ALMOST end of cul-de-sac location SCHEDULE YOUR SHOWING Just Cleaned *CLOSE SOON *! BEAUTIFUL bright neutral color palette w/ 1st Flr Mstr & IF YOU WANT a GREAT 2nd Flr w/ 2 vast bdrms EACH w/ huge custom built-in Closets & EACH w/ FULL BATHROOMS, THIS IT IT! ALMOST 280 SqFt YOU CAN FINISH LATER for Bonus or EXTRA BdRm! Inviting 24 Ft long Stamped Concrete Covered FRONT Porch & 32 Ft Stamped Concrete Covered BACK PORCH. Spacious inside feel w/9 FT Ceilings & Higher & Vaulted Ceilings PLUS Water Resistant Lux Vinyl PLANK & TILE thru-out 1st floor! BRIGHT KITCHEN w/ White Cabinets & Quartz Counters in VAST Eat-in KITCHEN w/BARSTOOL ISLAND for guests PLUS Lg table area too!, & FORMAL DINING RM & FAMILY AREA w/GAS LOG FP , 1/2 Bath Powder Rm & Sep Laundry Rm off foyer & from LARGE DBL Garage. EXTRA TOTAL APPLIANCE KITCHEN PKG: Matching Stainless DishWasher, & SmoothTop Range & mounted Microwave PLUS Refrigerator! Private MASTER Suite CUSTOM Step-in Tile Shower, Soaking Tub, Dbl Vanities & His&Hers Walk-in Customized Closets! Easy living w/ an open entertaining layout that is Great for Guests & flow to REAR 32 ft Stamped Concrete Covered Porch overlooking Bermuda Grass Sodded PlayYARD!, BERMUDA Sod Grass Lawn Front&Sides & ALL around!,(lg privacy Cedar Trees by neighbor to left & also the same feel of privacy added w/ wooded 22 ft wide common area to right side & builder added Privacy Fence to rear YARD-Totally Grassed BERMUDA Sod area for better feel of privacy) HOME has RICH GRAY EXTERIOR VINYL, w/ white & Black accents & Gutters. Great Concrete ENTRY w/ wide Driveway w/ curb & Extra parking space for additional cars & turnaround area. SMALL Private Common Area strip of Land on right side of property, so slight buffer to neighbor along w/ other Privacy aspects! Up off the road, too! Quick Access out REAR NORTH GATE to BYPASS & ALL major highways. Great Neighborhood for exercising & Very CLOSE to PRIVATE Salt Pool w/ NEWLY Resurfaced Pickleball/Tennis, NEW playground/play items., many drive their GolfCarts, & also a small Private Daytime Dock for MALLARD COVE RESIDENTS only and very small kayak/canoe type launch or tie off your larger boat/pontoon to the dock for part of daytime only! 315 Ac Lake Community fishing pond and lake access marina/lake access. Carolina Trace is a gated community that features TWO 18-hole "Robert Trent Jones" Designed Golf Courses. Approx 6 -7 minutes back to CLUBHOUSE/& Country Club Memberships are available "NO OBLIGATION TO JOIN", for Golf, Social/Dining/Pool Foods,Tennis &(PLUS fitness center 24 hrs)plus much more to offer. All residents have access to the 315 Ac Lake ("ONLY ELECTRIC POWERED" Vessels/Boats-NO gasoline powered permitted). Easy Maintenance inside & out. SEE carolinatrace.org/p/Property-Owner-Associations-POAs for Community Information ! ByPass quick to Fayetteville, Ft Bragg, RTP, Chapel Hill, Cary, Raleigh, Pinehurst, S Pines. GUARDHOUSE facing Hwy 87. GPS for Carolina Trace Entrance Address is 51 Traceway, Sanford, NC 27332, & phone to GATE GUARDHOUSE (919) 499-2339. MUST have Agent with you or PASS by RESIDENT to ENTER! INFO: 2100 Country Club Dr, Sanford, NC 27332,(919) 499-5121, info@carolinatracecc.com , ALSO: carolinatracecc.com , & www.carolinatrace.org/p/Property-Owner-Associations-POAs

5064 Bluebird Drive, Sanford

Listing courtesy of CAROLINA REAL ESTATE SANFORD. Contact:

$725,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 760521 MLS

Custom-Built Waterfront Beauty in Carolina Trace! Welcome home to this stunning custom-built brick residence nestled in the sought-after gated community of Carolina Trace, perfectly positioned on the water with peaceful views and a serene setting. Designed for both comfortable everyday living and effortless entertaining, this home features a spacious open floor plan filled with natural light and beautiful sightlines throughout. The elegant formal dining room offers the perfect space for hosting family dinners and special occasions, while the eat-in kitchen provides a warm and inviting spot for casual meals, morning coffee, and enjoying the scenic surroundings. Retreat to the large primary suite, offering plenty of space to unwind and relax in comfort. Step outside to the expansive deck, ideal for outdoor entertaining, grilling, or simply taking in the tranquil waterfront views. Additional highlights include a two-car garage plus a separate golf cart garage, perfect for enjoying all the amenities Carolina Trace has to offer, including golf, walking, and lake living. This exceptional home combines quality craftsmanship, timeless brick construction, and an unbeatable waterfront location in one of the area’s premier communities. Primary bathroom has recently been remodeled with a free-standing soaking tub and new vanity. There is also a fresh coat of paing to the home. No need to worry about power outage with a house generator.

3100 Fairway Woods, Sanford

Listing courtesy of ERA STROTHER REAL ESTATE #5. Contact:

$545,000

5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 754642 MLS

This spacious and thoughtfully designed, 3,397 sq ft two-story home with a finished basement offers 5 bedrooms and 3.5 baths with a flexible layout ideal for everyday comfort and entertaining. The primary suite and laundry room are conveniently located on the main level, anchoring the open-concept design featuring quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, a pantry, navy blue soft-close cabinetry, a stylish backsplash, and 64 recessed LED lights throughout. The primary bathroom features dual vanities, a large walk-in shower, and a spacious walk-in closet. Bathrooms are finished with tile. Two additional bedrooms and a full bath are located upstairs along with a versatile loft, while the finished basement includes two bedrooms, a full bath, and a spacious den—perfect for guests or multi-generational living. LVP flooring flows through the main living areas, complemented by stained maple stairs, with carpet on the second floor. Enjoy abundant storage throughout, plus outdoor living from the covered front porch, deck, and patio, along with a two-car garage and exterior flood lighting for added convenience. Carolina Trace is a 24-hour gate guarded, golf and lake community which features two golf courses designed by Robert Trent Jones, a 315+ acre lake great for fishing, paddleboarding, boating, and kayaking. The optional country club features additional tennis courts, pool, a pub, restaurant, driving range, putting green, 24-hour accessible gym and a pro shop. Sanford's motto is "well-centered" and it couldn't be more accurate. With just a short commute to Raleigh, Pinehurst, Fort Bragg, shopping, and medical facilities, it doesn't get much more convenient than this.

5130 Cardinal Circle, Sanford

Listing courtesy of SANFORD REALTY. Contact:

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