Rare pond-view home in Stone Creek Ranch featuring a private balcony with beautiful water views! Experience elevated living in the highly desirable Ballantyne area within the sought-after Stone Creek Ranch community, where this northeast-facing 6-bedroom, 3-bathroom home is perfectly positioned on a private lot overlooking a tranquil community pond with stunning water views. Designed for both comfort and functionality, the main floor features an open layout including a spacious kitchen with abundant storage and counter space that opens to the family room, an expansive backyard and pond views. There is a bedroom on the main floor, a full bathroom, a gas fireplace in the family room, a formal sitting room, pantry, and mud room. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite offers a private balcony overlooking the water, creating a peaceful retreat with exceptional views. A spiral staircase leads directly to the extended patio below, providing a seamless indoor-outdoor living experience. The primary bath features dual vanities, soaking tub, separate shower, and walk-in closet. The second floor also includes a marble-floor flex space currently used as a relaxation/meditation room, along with four additional bedrooms. One oversized bedroom offers flexibility as a bonus or recreation room. Thoughtfully designed with exceptional storage throughout, the home offers multiple walk-in closets and storage solutions on each floor. Notable upgrades include a roof replaced in 2023, two high-efficiency HVAC systems installed in 2023, a garage equipped for 2 car simultaneous charging (One Level 2 charger and One Level 2 outlet) with dedicated wiring in place for a second charger, app-controlled 9-zone irrigation system, smart garage door opener with integrated camera and app controls, Vivint home security system, and raised-bed enclosed vegetable garden. Stone Creek Ranch residents enjoy access to multiple amenity centers, including north and south clubhouses, pools, playgrounds, and walking trails. Just minutes from I-485 and premier destinations including Stonecrest, Rea Farms, Waverly, The Fountains, Promenade on Providence, and Blakeney Town Center, residents enjoy top-tier shopping, dining and entertainment, as well as convenient access to Life Time Fitness Center and the walking trails at Flat Branch Nature Preserve. Located near exceptional top-rated schools, with the New Cato Ridge Middle School opening soon.