This beautifully maintained home offers the ideal layout for large families or anyone in need of a separate living space for guests or extended family. A huge home with 3,256 SQUARE FEET, FIVE BEDROOMS, 3 FULL BATHS & a HALF BATH downstairs for guests. Come through the double-door entry to a grand living room & a beautiful wood staircase leading to the upper level. It is an open-concept layout excellent for entertaining. The expansive kitchen boasts white raised-panel cabinetry, granite countertops with a 14-foot breakfast bar, a pantry & stainless steel appliances including a self-cleaning oven, refrigerator with ice maker, dishwasher & a brand-new microwave. Adjacent to the kitchen is a large dining & sitting area, offering plenty of space for gathering. The first floor includes two generously sized bedrooms with a full bath in between, ideal as a private in-law or guest suite, plus a powder room for visitors & an interior laundry room with a full-size washer & dryer included. Brand-new tile floors have been installed throughout the entire lower level for a fresh, modern feel. Upstairs, you’ll find an additional living area, perfect for a den, game room, or media space. Also, two more guest bedrooms & a spacious primary suite. The luxurious owner's retreat features a massive closet, a spa-like bathroom with 2 sinks, a soaking tub & a large shower. Enjoy the weather on the screened-in balcony, accessible from both the primary suite & upstairs living area. The 2 large guest bedrooms on the second level share a full bathroom with a granite countertop vanity & 2 sinks. All three bedrooms in the second level are carpeted, the bonus area has hardwood flooring & tile in the bathrooms. There is a spacious backyard with a privacy fence, perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or letting pets & kids play freely. Unwind beneath a built in charming pergola. The screened lanai seamlessly blends indoor comfort with outdoor living. Other features include a new metal roof 2023, new windows, a keyless front entry, walk-in closets in 4 of 5 bedrooms, a 2-car garage with key and code entry, a new garage door opener & tracks, a new garbage disposal, a fenced backyard, 2 AC units 2019 (one for the lower level, one for the second level), 2017 water heater, recessed * upgraded lighting, fresh interior & exterior paint, new 5” baseboards on the lower level, surge protectors on both ACs & electric panel, gutters all of the way around the home. Heatherwood Lakes is a gated community with a swimming pool, clubhouse, playground, 5 lakes & community events throughout the year. This home is not in a flood zone. It is conveniently located with Trafalgar elementary & middle schools just around the corner. Shops at Surfside with multiple restaurants, Starbucks, Belk, professional services & a weekly farmer’s market is just 1 mile away. The 5 mile trail from Veterans Memorial Bridge to Burnt Store Rd is just a quarter mile away for biking or walking.