Custom Luxury One-Level Home on 3 Acres with Stream — Minutes to Downtown Rutherfordton! Experience the perfect blend of luxury, convenience, and peaceful surroundings in this custom-built 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home situated on 3+ picturesque acres with a tranquil stream. Thoughtfully designed for low-maintenance living and everyday comfort, this exceptional property offers high-end construction, elegant finishes, and future expansion potential—all just minutes from town. The exterior showcases LP composite board-and-batten siding with matching soffits and trim, architectural shingles, and insulated woodgrain garage doors, creating a timeless look built for durability. Energy-efficient windows and doors complete an exterior designed for truly maintenance-free living. Inside, enjoy one-level, no-step living with an open floorplan and vaulted ceilings that create a bright, airy feel. Premium luxury vinyl flooring runs throughout the home, complemented by custom cabinetry and granite countertops. The kitchen is a standout with black stainless appliances and a spacious walk-in pantry featuring quality shelving—perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. The primary suite offers a private retreat with double vanities, a relaxing soaking tub, a custom tile shower, and a built-in closet system with adjustable shelves and rods. A large laundry room, complete with custom cabinetry and sink, connects directly to the primary closet for exceptional convenience. Outdoor living is elevated with a large screened porch featuring Trex decking and cable railings, ideal for hosting guests or relaxing while enjoying the natural setting. An oversized garage leads into a functional drop zone and powder room, enhancing daily ease. The full walk-out basement offers incredible flexibility, with 95% framing complete, plumbing drains already in place, and a lower-level patio perfect for entertaining. This space could easily become an in-law suite or a fully finished one- or two-bedroom lower-level living area. The home is served by a septic system already installed and approved for up to five bedrooms, providing a rare opportunity to complete the basement for a 4- or 5-bedroom residence without additional septic upgrades. Ideally located within 5 minutes of downtown Rutherfordton, yet outside city limits, this property is also just 15 minutes to downtown Forest City, 10 minutes to Highway 74 toward Charlotte, and approximately 25 minutes to I-40 in Marion—offering easy access while preserving privacy and serenity. This exceptional home truly offers all this and more—custom luxury, thoughtful design, future potential, and an unbeatable location.