Carolina Trace Homes with Open Concept Interior features

Carolina Trace Homes with Open Concept Interior features

Welcome to Carolina Trace, a premier subdivision located in Lee County, North Carolina. Nestled in the charming city of Sanford, Carolina Trace offers a serene and picturesque setting for homeowners looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.

One of the standout features of the homes in Carolina Trace is the open concept interior design. True to modern living preferences, these homes are designed to create a seamless flow between the living room, kitchen, and dining areas. The open layout not only enhances the spaciousness of the home but also fosters a sense of togetherness and connectivity for families and guests.

Imagine hosting gatherings where conversations flow effortlessly from the kitchen to the living room, or enjoying cozy nights in with loved ones while still feeling connected to the rest of the home. Homes with open concept interiors in Carolina Trace offer the perfect blend of functionality and style, making them highly sought after in the real estate market.

Whether you're looking for a place to call home or a vacation retreat, Carolina Trace provides a tranquil oasis with a touch of modern sophistication. Experience the beauty of North Carolina living in this vibrant community where open concept homes await to welcome you.

Newest Carolina Trace Homes with Open Concept Interior features

3 The Pointe, Sanford
$1,170,000
4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 770881 MLS
Welcome to an exceptional waterfront estate in the coveted Carolina Trace community, where refined craftsmanship, remarkable scale, and panoramic lake and golf course views define an extraordinary lifestyle. Set along more than 142 feet of Lake Trace shoreline, this rare, engineer-designed residence offers nearly 7000 total square feet, a private dock perfect for a canoe and/or Kayak, and an unparalleled connection to the water. With 4+ bedrooms, 4.5 baths, expansive gathering spaces, and workshops all thoughtfully designed, the home delivers both grand entertaining and effortless everyday living. The main level is distinguished by 10-foot ceilings, gorgeous Cypress hardwood flooring, and a formal dining room enhanced by elegant triple-tray ceilings. At the center of the home, the expansive chef’s kitchen features a generous island, stone countertops, gas range, double ovens, an abundant pantry storage, and captivating lake views. Beyond, a remarkable 45-foot covered porch creates an inviting setting for outdoor dining, quiet mornings, and memorable evenings overlooking the water. The primary suite offers million dollar views with your own private access to admire Lake Trace on your balcony. In addition a spacious layout, 2 walk in closets (because sharing is overrated) and large bathroom with soaking/garden tub, separate walk-in shower, and separate vanities. 3 additional large bedrooms, 2 full baths, and an office/den. An elevator provides seamless access throughout the residence, including the impressive and large lower level space. With soaring 16-foot ceilings, this expansive level offers a walkout Great Room, workshop, full bathroom, and space perfect for a gym, pool table or golf stimulator (why not have both?) or anything else you can dream up, that opens directly to a full patio overlooking Lake Trace. Elevator access to the walk-in attic further enhances the home’s exceptional storage capacity. An oversized three-car garage provides ample space for vehicles, recreational equipment, and additional storage. Designed for those who value privacy, craftsmanship, and an extraordinary waterfront setting, this Southern-style ranch embodies the finest of the Carolina Trace lake lifestyle. From its private shoreline and dock to its generous entertaining spaces and sweeping views. This property includes a free 30 day full access Carolina Trace Country Club membership. This is a truly distinctive estate—best appreciated in person.

3 The Pointe, Sanford

5117 Pheasant Lane, Sanford
$525,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 769984 MLS
SANFORD @ CAROLINA TRACE! Gated Private & Golf Comm-NEW CONSTRUCTION 4 Bdrm 3.5 Baths! RANCH Brick/Vinyl 2928 SqFt TOTAL HEATED/COOLED (breakdown 1873 SqFt 1st FLOOR & 1055 SqFt BASEMENT EXTRA AWESOME FINISHED) plus 90 SqFt Mechanical Rm/light StorageUnfinished. MAIN LEVEL is OPEN Large Bright Kitchen w/Eat-n Island & Dining Area w/Family Room w/Gas Logs ALL Lg OPEN! WHITE Quartz TOPS & CABINETS & 9'ft ceilings & Lux Vinyl Plank FLOORS thruout ALL SPACE! Plus Custom Closets w/ Split Bedrms w/1st FLOOR MASTER Private w/Everything+REALLY HUGE Walk-n CLOSET. Total of 3BDRMS 2.5 BATHS Main Level FINISHED w/"EXtra" FINISHED 1055 SqFt Basement w/(LG REC/BONUS Rm/FmlyArea)& Full Bath w/another AWESOME Custom Tile Step-n SHOWER, & 1 Bedroom!, GREAT LOCATION so Close just "700ft" to PRIVATE neighborhood Salt POOL w/ Wifi/Bathrms/NEW PLAYGROUND/Resurfaced Pickleball&Tennis/basketball(Short 1-2 min Golf Cart ride). (CAROLINA TRACE RESORT COMMUNITY "MALLARD COVE" SUBDV) corner Lot on SMALL cul-de-sac location, great to ride bikes/scooters! SCHEDULE YOUR SHOWING - SELLER/BUILDER ready to *CLOSE SOON 20+ days* (BASEMENT WALLS are ENGINEERED by "SUPERIOR WALLS" are CUSTOM PRECAST CONCRETE FOUDATIONS & include Warranties on Leak or Moisture /Mold !- superiorwalls.com) BEAUTIFUL bright neutral color palette w/ 1st Flr Mstr & IF YOU WANT a GREAT BASEMENT Layout w/ PRIVATE Bdrm & Custom Step-n SHOWER!& Full Bath w/Large Family/Rec Area custom built-in Closets, THIS IS IT! 1st Flr ALSO has 1/2 Bath Powder Rm & Sep Laundry Rm off foyer & from DOUBLE CAR Garage. EXTRA TOTAL APPLIANCE KITCHEN PKG: Matching Stainless DishWasher, & SmoothTop Range & mounted Microwave PLUS Refrigerator! Easy living w/ an open entertaining layout that is Great for Guests & flow to REAR elevated Deck. Drought tolerant Centipede Grass Sodded YARD! in Front&Sides & ALL around!w/BACKYARD just expanded enlarged & Grass Sod ALSO being added week of Oct 26 ! HOME has RICH GRAY EXTERIOR VINYL w/ Board N Batten Accents, Concrete ENTRY w/ wide Driveway w/ & Extra parking space for additional cars in dead end cul-de-sac for Extra situations! QUICK ACCESS out&in via 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

5117 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

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

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