Welcome to 9014 Pickering Grove Lane! Tucked away on a quiet street with no through traffic, this 5-bedroom home gives you room to spread out and a backyard retreat you have to see to appreciate. The main level offers hardwood floors, a two-story foyer, a dining room, and a living room with a gas fireplace. There's also a dedicated home office, plus a second office/flex space just off the kitchen. The kitchen is open to the living room and features newer hard stone countertops and an eat-in area overlooking the deck. The stainless appliance package includes: *Wi-Fi-enabled GE Profile slide-in convection range (2020) *GE Profile microwave with sensor cooking (2020) *28 cu. ft. Samsung refrigerator with dual ice makers (2017, ENERGY STAR) *Quiet KitchenAid dishwasher (2017, ENERGY STAR) *Washer & Dryer also included Upstairs, the large primary suite features a vaulted ceiling and a walk-in closet. Its en-suite bath has a walk-in shower, garden tub, dual sink vanities, and a private water closet. Four more bedrooms and a second full bath complete the second level. The rest of the interior is ready for your personal touch, giving you the chance to update and build equity. Key systems have been updated: - Both HVAC systems (Trane) replaced (2012/2013) - Gas Hot Water Heater (Rheem) (2022) - Replacement windows throughout Outside, the owner invested heavily in the landscaping: vibrant flower beds, concrete walkways, a koi pond, a rock fountain, and landscape lighting that makes evenings special. Relax on the large, freshly painted deck or unwind in the hot tub under the pergola. A custom wood bridge crosses the natural drainage channel to a storage shed, creating a low-maintenance, garden-style backyard designed for enjoying rather than mowing. Sidewalks run throughout the neighborhood, and community amenities are just 0.2 miles away, including a pool, clubhouse, pickleball/tennis courts, and a playground! Quick access to I-77 and I-485 puts all of Charlotte within easy reach. This is an estate sale, and probate has been cleared.