5202 Barcroft Lake Drive, Leland, NC, 28451

Stunning 3BR/3BA Legacy-Built home, ideally situated in the highly desirable Lakes of Brunswick Forest community. Designed for effortless entertaining, this exceptional residence blends refined coastal elegance with expansive lake views and breathtaking sunset vistas enjoyed from multiple rooms. The first floor showcases extensive upgrades throughout, including custom woodwork, soaring 10-foot ceilings with 8-foot doors, an octagonal tray ceiling with crown molding in the dining room. The living room focal point offers a custom built-in entertainment center complimented by the elegant coffered ceiling, featuring tongue-and-groove detailing with crown molding. Timeless wood flooring anchors this grand yet inviting coastal ambiance for the entire main living area. As you enter the home, you are welcomed into a charming office or sitting room featuring French doors and a closet--ideal for flexible use. Guests will appreciate the second bedroom's cathedral ceilings with room for possible window seating. The third bedroom is a loft-style second-floor retreat that functions beautifully as either a bonus room or bedroom, complete with a ¾ bath and closet. The spacious primary suite offers a serene lakeside escape, highlighted by an elegant tray ceiling with crown molding and peaceful water views. The spa-inspired primary bath features dual vanities, a frameless glass walk-in shower, a luxurious freestanding soaking tub, and a generous walk-in closet. The upgraded kitchen is a chef's dream where entertaining is effortless, featuring stainless steel appliances, a generous center island, a five-burner cooktop, a farmhouse apron sink, and four full pull-out drawers. An expansive butler's pantry extends the kitchen's usable space and is thoughtfully equipped with a sink, beverage refrigerator, and custom cabinetry, while the adjacent 5' x 8' walk-in pantry offers exceptional storage. The oversized, insulated 760 sq. ft. two-car garage is thoughtfully appointed with twin 8-foot doors, epoxy flooring, a mini-split HVAC system, a workbench, overhead metal cabinetry, and ample additional storage. A true showstopper, the 294 sq. ft. screened porch features a sleek linear fireplace, tiled flooring, and a tongue-and-groove stained wood ceiling that transitions seamlessly to the covered outdoor space. Beyond, the extended patio invites relaxation and entertaining alongside a custom fire pit. The professionally landscaped grounds sit directly on an impressive 80-foot-wide lakefront backyard, adorned with pollinator gardens, a rose garden, and five mature palm trees--an idyllic setting for enjoying nature and coastal living at its finest. Created to make life less hectic and more enjoyable, Brunswick Forest is a coastal-by-nature, master-planned community offering exceptional convenience with amenities located throughout the neighborhood and at the adjoining town center, The Villages at Brunswick Forest. Residents enjoy an active, healthy lifestyle with access to indoor and outdoor swimming pools, well-lit tennis and pickleball courts, group exercise classes at the Fitness and Wellness Center, and Town Creek River Access for canoeing, kayaking, and fishing. Miles of walking and biking trails weave throughout the community, while the Community Commons provides gathering spaces for book clubs, card games, cooking classes, and more.