Carolina Trace Homes with High Ceilings Interior features

Carolina Trace Homes with High Ceilings Interior features

Welcome to Carolina Trace, a prestigious subdivision nestled in the heart of Lee County, North Carolina. Located in the charming city of Sanford, Carolina Trace offers a unique blend of natural beauty and modern convenience, making it a sought-after destination for homebuyers.

One of the standout features of homes in Carolina Trace is their high ceilings, which not only create a sense of spaciousness but also allow for ample natural light to filter through the interiors. The high ceilings lend an air of elegance and sophistication to the homes, making them truly stand out in the real estate market.

Whether you are looking for a cozy cottage or a spacious family home, Carolina Trace has a diverse range of properties to suit every taste and lifestyle. From modern amenities to stunning views of the surrounding landscape, living in Carolina Trace offers a truly unique living experience.

With its convenient location, excellent schools, and a strong sense of community, Carolina Trace is more than just a place to live – it's a place to call home. Come and discover the beauty and charm of Carolina Trace, where luxury living meets natural splendor.

Newest Carolina Trace Homes with High Ceilings Interior features

640 Chelsea Drive, Sanford
$383,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 769063 MLS
Golf course living, beautiful views, and the amenities of Carolina Trace come together at 640 Chelsea Drive! Situated on a beautifully landscaped golf-course lot overlooking the green, this all-brick, 3-bedroom, 3-full-bath home offers a desirable split-bedroom floor plan, generous living spaces, and exceptional storage with HOA fees including access to the pool, pickleball courts, and tennis courts within the Woodmere-Trentwood POA. Step inside to find high, smooth ceilings, beautiful hardwood floors, a welcoming fireplace, pocket doors, and a separate office/den perfect for working from home or additional flex space. The spacious kitchen provides abundant cabinetry and counter space, a pantry, and plenty of storage. The primary suite features a private ensuite with dual vanities, a jetted soaking tub, and separate his-and-her walk-in closets. Two additional bedrooms and two additional full bathrooms provide flexibility for family and guests. Outdoor living is just as impressive. Relax on the screened-in back porch with ceiling fan, step out onto the additional deck, and take in the golf-course views and incredible mature landscaping. A 2-car garage plus dedicated golf-cart storage makes this home especially well suited for the Carolina Trace lifestyle. Even better, the roof was replaced in 2025! Carolina Trace is a gated golf and lake community featuring two Robert Trent Jones-designed golf courses, a 315+ acre lake, and multiple gated entrances providing convenient access to and from the community. Optional country club membership provides access to additional amenities including a second pool, 24-hour accessible fitness center, fine dining, pro shop, driving range, putting green, and state-of-the-art golf swing evaluation technology. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of Carolina Trace without sacrificing convenience. Shopping, restaurants, groceries, and medical care are only minutes away, while Sanford continues to experience tremendous commercial growth with Target, BJ's Wholesale Club, Ulta Beauty, Whataburger, Olive Garden, Provision Ace Hardware, Firestone Complete Auto Care, a new-to-market grocery store, and additional retail and dining developments planned or underway. The location also provides convenient access to major highways for an easy commute toward Raleigh, Fort Bragg, and Southern Pines/Pinehurst. Golf views, 3 full bathrooms, an office, exceptional garage space, beautiful landscaping, and one of Sanford's most established gated communities—640 Chelsea Drive offers the space, setting, and lifestyle you've been looking for.

640 Chelsea Drive, Sanford
5122 Pheasant Lane, Sanford
$242,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 769059 MLS
Cozy 3-bedroom, 2-bath built centered on a DOUBLE LOT on a cul-de-sac in Carolina Trace. Home features a large open living room with high vaulted ceilings, fireplace and natural light. A generous kitchen, granite countertops with a nice sized pantry connected to the formal dining room. The primary suite includes a walk-in closet, double-sink vanity and walk-in shower. Deck connected to the sunroom to enjoy the quiet outdoors.

5122 Pheasant Lane, Sanford
1766 Quince Loop, Sanford
$365,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 767665 MLS
****Seller offering $6,000 towards closing costs******Enjoy resort-style neighborhood amenities just steps from home, including a community pool within walking distance and pickleball courts, all within the sought-after, guarded gated community of Carolina Trace. Nestled in the desirable Laurel Thicket neighborhood, this stunning new construction single-story home offers 1,902 sq ft of thoughtfully designed living space with 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a split-bedroom floor plan. Situated on a large, flat, cleared cul-de-sac lot backing to peaceful wooded views, this home delivers an ideal combination of privacy, outdoor space, and curb appeal. Inside, the open layout is filled with natural light and enhanced by 9-foot ceilings and LVP flooring throughout—no carpet. The spacious kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring quartz countertops, a ceramic tile backsplash, under-cabinet lighting, a generous pantry, eat-at island with sink, and an exterior-vented range hood. The open-concept design allows the kitchen to flow seamlessly into the main living areas, making it perfect for gathering with family and friends. The primary suite offers a private retreat with a custom walk-in closet, dual vanities, and a beautifully tiled walk-in shower. Three additional bedrooms provide plenty of flexibility for family, guests, a home office, or hobby space. Additional features include pre-wiring for ceiling fans, a utility sink in the laundry room, 2-car garage, and rear deck overlooking the wooded setting—an ideal spot to relax or entertain. Carolina Trace encompasses more than 2,500 acres and features a 315+ acre lake and two championship golf courses designed by Robert Trent Jones. In addition to Laurel Thicket's pool and pickleball courts, optional membership to Carolina Trace Country Club provides access to additional amenities including a 24-hour fitness center, resort-style pool with poolside bar, golf pro shop, driving range, yoga studio, formal dining, and event spaces. Conveniently located with easy access to Raleigh, Fort Bragg, Pinehurst, shopping, dining, and medical facilities, this home combines peaceful gated-community living with everyday convenience. Sanford continues to experience tremendous growth, including a new county library and multi-sport complex, with Target expected to open in 2027 and additional retailers and restaurants including BJ's Wholesale Club, Ulta Beauty, Whataburger, Olive Garden, and others being considered or developed nearby. Experience the combination of brand-new construction, four-bedroom flexibility, upscale finishes, single-story living, neighborhood amenities, and the Carolina Trace lifestyle at 1766 Quince Loop.

1766 Quince Loop, Sanford
6093 Dunes Drive, Sanford
$355,000
5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 767185 MLS
Very motivated and new LVP flooring in the walkout basement! Welcome to 6093 Dunes Drive, a spacious 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offering approximately 2,357 square feet in the desirable Golf North neighborhood of Carolina Trace. With three bedrooms on the main level—including the primary suite—and two additional bedrooms in the finished basement with LVP installed in 2026, this home offers an exceptionally versatile floor plan with room for guests, home offices, recreation, or multigenerational living. Step through the spacious foyer where your eye is immediately drawn to the impressive brick wood-burning fireplace anchoring the large living room. Vaulted ceilings enhance the open feel of the main living space, with hardwood and tile flooring there's no carpet to maintain. A formal dining room provides a dedicated space for entertaining, holiday meals, or everyday gatherings. The updated kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring quartz countertops, a large eat-at island, ceramic tile backsplash, gas range, convenient pot filler, double oven, and tile flooring. Just off the kitchen, step outside onto the deck and enjoy views toward the wooded area behind the property, adding a sense of privacy and a peaceful natural backdrop. Main-level laundry adds everyday convenience. The primary bedroom is also located on the main floor and features a walk-in closet and private en suite bathroom. Two additional bedrooms complete the main level. Downstairs, the finished basement expands the home's possibilities with two more bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a large family room or play area. A screened-in patio off the basement provides another comfortable place to relax and enjoy the outdoors. Additional highlights include a spacious two-car garage, fenced backyard with low-maintenance artificial turf, and an adaptable floor plan that provides considerably more usable space than you might expect. The wooded area behind the lot further enhances the privacy and setting of the backyard. The home is located in Golf North within Carolina Trace, with Golf North offering its own community pool. Carolina Trace is 24-hour guarded and gated, golf and lake community, centered around approximately 315-acre Lake Trace, where residents can enjoy boating, kayaking, fishing, and beautiful waterfront scenery. An optional membership to Carolina Trace Country Club opens the door to an impressive collection of resort-style amenities, including 36 holes across two Robert Trent Jones-designed golf courses, tennis, fitness facilities, swimming, practice facilities, pro shop, social activities, and multiple dining options. Carolina Trace also provides an excellent central location for commuters, approximately 45 minutes from Raleigh, 40 minutes from the Pinehurst/Southern Pines area, and 35 minutes from Fort Bragg/Fayetteville, giving you convenient access to some of central North Carolina's largest employment, recreation, and entertainment destinations. Sanford and Lee County continue to grow, with major investments and new development adding to the area's appeal, including the new Lee County library, multi-sports complex, Target currently under construction, and additional restaurants, retail, and commercial projects projected for 2027. With five bedrooms, a finished basement, formal dining room, updated kitchen, multiple living spaces, wooded privacy, outdoor entertaining areas, and access to the Carolina Trace lifestyle, 6093 Dunes Drive offers the space and flexibility buyers are looking for in one of Sanford's most established communities.

6093 Dunes Drive, Sanford
1719 Margarita Lane, Sanford
$289,500
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 765397 MLS
CAROLINA TRACE gated Community-Big PRICE DROP! ONLY $289,500 NOW PLUS $10,000 BUYER INCENTIVES/Loan Buydown/ClosingCosts! Hurry! EXCELLENT TUCKED AWAY GOLF FRONT 15th TEE FAIRWAY ! - PRICED ONLY @ $289,500!, w/ BUYER to receive $10,000 towards Concessions/LOAN BuyDown/ Incentives? Seller to invest in another area VACANT-Great HOME for you or INVESTOR RENTAL! $1950 p/mo in PAST YEAR+! JUST NOW REPAINTED INSIDE/ + HVAC & Water Heater 2025, CLEAN in & outside. 3 BdRm 2 Bath + Bonus Space, & MASTER BDRM DOWN/Private BATH. HAS POTENTIAL of 4TH BEDROOM(NEEDS CLOSET!) & you could possibly add another BATHROOM into bonus Room/Office/side room space OR into abutting LG Storage Area!? GREAT Entertaining SPACES & VERY Large Deck(gas line stub) w/ Backyard facing golf course & extra Private Yard Space to the right in the 30 ft non-buildable POA Common Area to one side, thus a neighbor is further off. Feels pretty private! (1 minute Golf Cart Ride around corner to Private POOL TENNIS/PICKLEBALL) Another private BedRoom down & 1 private bedroom upstairs is 3rd Bdrm. OLDER CUSTOM STYLE in TRACE w/ neat FEATURES/Built-ins/& awesome ALL BRICK FirePlace in middle of HOME is all brick 360* showing! & HOME has a vast open feel and lots of light throughout Open Family Dining Area, view, windows off the back! Create your own oasis in backyard! THIS IS ABSOLUTELY the type of HOME for a anyone or starter family, or INVESTOR, "ANYONE" perhaps wanting to update more things make renovations over time & build excellent equity long term! Large Master & Closets. Neat Brick Accents or touches w/ walkaround centered FirePlace 360* exposed brick creates a warm atmosphere in winter times-VAST OPEN VAULTED MAIN Living Area! Kitchen has Corian/Synthetic type countertops leading to pretty awesome LARGE Laundry Room space w/ tons of cabinets/closets. Home ALSO includes Some New Items, repairs, renovations, over recent time/years including most recently HVAC, Water Heater & more! AWESOME opportunity in this ONLY $289,500 PRICE! Plus $10,000 Buyer Incentives or DROP PRICE?!, OFFERING wonderful entertaining flow in first level living w/warm tones of Custom Period FEATURES in TRACE with NEW Light AGREEABLE GRAY PAINT inside weeks ago! VERY NEAR Neighborhood POOL/PickleBall/Tennis - ALL inside the gates of the Carolina Trace Golf Community. Nice Location for this HOME just at end of nice driveway corridor. YOU WILL have Great Feeling of Privacy from inside HOME & outside facing Golf Course. Has been quiet area over the years. Agents contact LA for addtn'l potentials/details! Looks like definite space in front for potential Carport or Garage to be added,(But Check it First?!) Former walking Garden & space in front of the home by previous owner could be GREAT AGAIN w/ someone w/ the eye to envision those additions...Some plantings re-growing now, after needing to be really cleaned/cut down allowing regrowth! A ground level yard deck out from home in front yard could be enhanced & used wonderfully w/ the right PERSONAL TOUCH/Vision. Carolina Trace is a gated 315 Ac Lake Community fishing pond and lake access marina/lake access. that features TWO 18-hole "Robert Trent Jones" Designed Golf Courses. 1719 Margarita is approx 5-6 minutes back to CLUBHOUSE/& Country Club Memberships are available "NO OBLIGATION TO JOIN", for Golf, Social/Dining/Pool/ Foods,Tennis &(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). (https://www.carolinatrace.org/p/Property-Owner-Associations-POAs). Great quick access to electronic gated rear entrance to pop in & out of TRACE quickly to ByPass to Ch Hill, RTP, Cary Ft Bragg Lillington. 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 Real Estate Agent with you or a PASS from a RESIDENT to ENTER Carolina Trace!

1719 Margarita Lane, Sanford
88 Traceway, Sanford
$419,900
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 766257 MLS
*****Seller offering $5,000 towards closing costs*****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
1540 Louisiana Lane, Sanford
$359,900
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 764576 MLS
Welcome to 1540 Louisiana Lane, located in the highly sought-after gated community of Carolina Trace and nestled within the desirable Hidden Lake POA. This beautiful new construction home offers approximately 1,946 heated square feet with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 9-foot ceilings, and a thoughtfully designed layout that combines comfort, functionality, and privacy. Inside, you'll find spacious bedrooms, each featuring a walk-in closet. The primary suite serves as a private retreat with a large walk-in closet and an impressive en-suite bathroom complete with a soaking tub, separate tiled shower, and private water closet. The well-appointed kitchen features stainless steel appliances, a center island, tiled backsplash, stunning heavily veined countertops, and additional pantry storage conveniently located in the adjacent laundry room. The open-concept design and 9-foot ceilings create an airy, inviting atmosphere that is ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Enjoy outdoor living from the large covered deck overlooking a wooded POA-owned area behind the property, providing a peaceful and private backdrop with no immediate rear neighbors. Residents of Carolina Trace enjoy a 24-hour guarded entrance, two championship golf courses designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr., and access to a stunning 315+ acre lake. The Hidden Lake POA offers exceptional amenities including a marina, swimming pool, and tennis courts, all supported by reasonable association dues. An optional country club membership elevates the lifestyle even further with golf privileges, an additional pool with poolside bar, formal dining, pub, 24-hour fitness center, yoga studio, golf pro shop, library, driving range, putting green, and chipping green. Beyond the gates, Sanford continues to experience tremendous growth and investment. The area features the new multi-sport athletic complex with baseball, softball, and soccer fields, while major retail and dining expansions continue to transform the community. A new Target is currently under construction approximately 15 minutes away, with additional shopping, dining, and entertainment options—including BJ's Wholesale Club, Olive Garden, Ulta Beauty, and more—planned nearby. Conveniently located approximately 30 minutes to Fort Bragg, 35 minutes to Raleigh, and 30 minutes to Southern Pines, this home offers the perfect balance of resort-style living and everyday accessibility. Experience lake and golf community living at its finest in one of Sanford's premier gated neighborhoods. Schedule your private showing today! $2,500 lender credit with use of preferred lender.

1540 Louisiana Lane, Sanford
5064 Bluebird Drive, Sanford
$490,000
3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 761517 MLS
SANFORD CAROLINA TRACE!-NEW Construction BIG PRICE DROP Sept 25th, down $69,000 overall from JUNE pricing, READY NOW@ $490,000 ! Seller to Invest in his next home to build! YOUR LUCK! Bring OFFER - HURRY this time! OPEN CONCEPT, 1st FLOOR MASTER w/ Everything, PLUS. 3BDRMS 3.5 BATHS total in this 2775 SqFt FINISHED w/ "EXtra 280 SqFt WALKOUT STORAGE" on 2nd Floor in the Room over Garage YOU CAN FINISH as YOU GROW?(& MOST of the 280SqFt FINISHABLE there 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 - SELLER/BUILDER says SELL NOW !*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
326 Harbor Trace, Sanford
$250,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 755886 MLS
Back on the market through no fault of the seller. Have you dreamed of living in the gated golf community of Carolina Trace? Don't miss this affordable opportunity! This 3-bedroom 3 bath well maintained home has it all! From vaulted ceilings in the living room offering tons of natural light to the finished walkout basement. Imagine enjoying your morning coffee on the back deck with a peaceful view! Come and take advantage of all the amazing amenities Carolina Trace has to offer! No for sale sign in yard due to the covenants.

326 Harbor Trace, Sanford
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