Perfectly located in the Woodlands neighborhood this stunning four-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath home is nestled on a spacious corner lot. The enlarged Shackleford Banks floor plan with Side Load Garage also boasts a welcoming front porch and spacious guest rooms. You will enjoy more living space with the open floor plan perfect for entertaining and family gatherings. Professional staging adds to the allure of this home. Situated on a quiet corner you are greeted by a perfectly manicured lawn envied by many. As you enter, you'll find a beautifully designed home with an easy flow between the living spaces, engineered hard wood flooring and plantation shutters. Welcoming you into the foyer is a formal dining room leading into the great room with coffered ceilings, fireplace and built in bookshelves. Classic French doors open from the great room to the enlarged 4 season sunroom that can easily be enjoyed as a screened porch by opening the windows, and only a step away from the outdoor deck overlooking your landscaped yard with a large nature area providing a natural buffer from neighbors and perfect for entertaining. The kitchen is a chef's dream with granite countertops, large island, induction cooktop with hood vent, walk in pantry, ample cabinet space, wall oven and the ever-popular microwave drawer. Retreat to your bedroom suite with a large walk-in closet just off the luxurious en-suite bathroom, featuring a double vanity and walk-in tile shower. Two additional first-floor bedrooms for guests and family are quite spacious with the enlarged floor plan and let in ample natural light. Upstairs, you'll find a private guest suite with a separate bedroom/bonus room, sitting room and full bath. 3561 Hemlock Ridge includes a whole house sound system, encapsulated crawl space with dehumidifier, LeafFilter Gutter Protection with transferable warranty, and, recently upgraded HVAC controls and damper system ensuring optimal comfort and energy efficiency. St. James Club Membership is active saving the new owners an activation fee if joining The Clubs within 30 days of closing. Some original furnishings have been removed. Move-in ready, close to beautiful walking trails in Woodlands Park and waiting for you to make it your own, this is the perfect place to call home! St. James is a picturesque waterfront community on the Intracoastal Waterway, neighboring the historic fishing village of Southport and the beautiful beaches of Oak Island. Community features: St. James boasts four golf courses, 81 holes right in your neighborhood, with 4 distinct clubhouses. The community features 3 fitness centers, tennis and pickleball courts, indoor and outdoor pools, parks, kayak launch, a full-service Marina with 475 boat slips, The Apothecary of St. James full-service Pharmacy, Beacon 315 Restaurant and Amphitheater. Nature enthusiasts will love the 36+ miles of biking and walking trails that wind through scenic ponds and Intracoastal Waterway. St. James has it all. Residents relax at the private beach club on Oak Island, with stunning views, a seaside pool, showers, picnic area, and private parking. Start your new lifestyle at St. James Plantation today!