This beautiful ranch nestled in the trees of the HOA-free Carter Woods development is set on a one acre corner lot allowing for privacy and very little traffic! The former builders' home features 3 beds, 2 full baths, and an open concept kitchen/dining/living area all on the main floor. A 30x50 insulated pole building with workshop was built in 2021 for housing toys and includes a half bath! The home includes a built-in entertainment center, whole-home attic fan, and new sliders leading to the 10x36 deck overlooking the spacious back yard. Primary bedroom has an en suite bath along with walk-in closet and sliders to the deck as well. Downstairs is another 1500+ sq ft blank canvas ready for a bed/bath addition, office, family room, or entertainment space. Make it your own! Home updates in 2023 include new furnace and water heater. 2021 brought a new roof, new sliding doors, freshly stained cedar exterior, water pressure tank, and main irrigation control unit. The pole building has a separate entrance off of Minkin Dr, 30x24 workspace, half bath, wired internet access. Upstairs in the barn is another 30x24 area perfect for excess storage! Other property features include a shed for yard tools, freshly tilled garden area, fire pit, chicken coop, and covered space for your firewood. Long Lake public access is minutes away, and proximity to main roads makes commutes to Traverse City and Lake Michigan a piece of cake! There are thousands of acres of state land very close by that provide access to hiking, bike trails, horseback riding, ORV trails, and hunting. This property is begging you to get outside and enjoy Northern Michigan!