Discover your new home within the heart of Lake Norman in the quaint community of Stratford Forest! Situated on a serene cul-de-sac, this well-maintained home features granite countertops in the kitchen and bathrooms, stainless steel appliances, a 2-car garage, 2.5 bathrooms, 3 bedrooms, and a bonus room that could be converted into a 4th bedroom. Key features include a fenced and private backyard with a deck, fresh interior paint, a fireplace, a newer HVAC system (AC in May 2023, Furnace in 2018), a new garage door (2024), newer windows (2020), gutters with gutter guards (2022) and fresh landscaping. Enjoy community amenities such as a pool, playground, and tennis courts, and easy access to the nearby McDowell Creek greenway. The prime location offers easy access to all of Lake Norman and Birkdale Village. This home shows beautifully and is ready for its next homeowner!