Rare opportunity in Stone Creek Ranch! This spacious home features a private balcony with beautiful water views! Experience elevated living in the highly desirable Ballantyne area within the sought-after Stone Creek Ranch community. This northeast-facing, 6-bedroom, 3-bathroom home is perfectly positioned on a private lot that overlooks the water, offering a scenic backdrop with peaceful pond views. Designed for comfort and functionality, the main floor features an open layout with a spacious kitchen offering abundant storage and counter space, opening to a family room with a gas fireplace and exceptional water views. The main level also includes a bedroom, full bathroom, formal sitting room, a pantry, and a mudroom. Beyond the sliding doors is an expansive backyard and peaceful pondside walking path to enjoy. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite creates a private retreat where you can enjoy a morning coffee with a scenic pond view or relax in the evenings taking in the quiet water views from your private balcony. From the balcony, a spiral staircase leads directly to the extended patio below for a seamless indoor-outdoor experience. The primary bath has dual vanities, a soaking tub, separate shower, and walk-in closet. The second floor also includes a marble-floor flex space perfect for a relaxation/meditation room, four additional bedrooms (including one oversized bonus/recreation room), and multiple walk-in closets. This home has exceptional storage solutions on each floor. Notable upgrades include a brand-new roof (2023), two high-efficiency HVAC systems (2023), a garage fully equipped for 2-car simultaneous charging (one Level 2 charger and one Level 2 outlet with dedicated wiring for a second), an app-controlled 9-zone irrigation system, smart garage door opener with an integrated camera, a Vivint security system, and an enclosed, raised-bed vegetable garden. Stone Creek Ranch residents enjoy access to premier amenity centers, including north and south clubhouses, pools, playgrounds, and walking trails. Located just minutes from I-485, Life Time Fitness, Flat Branch Nature Preserve, and top-tier shopping and dining at Stonecrest, Rea Farms, Waverly, The Fountains, Promenade on Providence, and Blakeney Town Center. Located near top-rated schools, with the new Cato Ridge Middle School opening soon. This home offers incredible space and beautiful water views!