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The Foxfire #2

Pinehurst Area Rental — Updated 2BR/2BA on Foxfire Golf Course

About the Property

Move-In Ready 2 Bedroom | 2 Bath | Golf Course Condo | Foxfire, NC

*Currently Rented til June 2027*

2BR/2BA Long Term Rental First-Floor Condo on Foxfire Golf Course

Enjoy long-term living right on the fairway at Foxfire Golf Course. This freshly updated, first-floor 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo offers easy, low-step living in one of the Sandhills’ most established golf communities — just 15-20 minutes from Pinehurst and Southern Pines. Available furnished or unfurnished.

Highlights

First-floor unit with minimum steps — easy access

Trash handled by HOA

Direct golf course views/frontage on Foxfire Golf Course

2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms

Furnished or unfurnished options available

Spectrum internet/wifi included in rent

Freshly renovated July 2026: new paint, sliding barn doors, new fridge, updated cabinets

In-unit washer/dryer

LVP wood floors throughout Updated/modern light fixtures

Unassigned parking spots- plenty of places to park

Community pool / clubhouse access — pool is currently under construction (as of July 2026)

Community Pickleball Courts

15-20 minutes from Pinehurst and Southern Pines

Pet policy — please reach out for specifics

Interior

Open-concept living/dining area

Sliding glass doors from living area to front covered porch

Sliding glass doors from each bedroom to a covered back porch overlooking the fairway

Bathroom 1 features a tub/shower combo and walk in tile shower in bathroom 2

Fridge, microwave, stove, dishwasher, kurieg

Flooring: carpet in living room and bedrooms, tile in bathrooms and kitchen, LVP wood in hallway

Fresh paint, modern light fixtures, fresh curtains and new sliding barn doors (July 2026)

Lease Terms

Rent, lease length, security deposit, application requirements can all be discussed.

Location

Situated on Foxfire Golf Course in the Sandhills region of North Carolina, close to shopping, dining, and the golf courses that make this area famous. Convenient access to Highway 211 and a short drive to Pinehurst Village.

Contact

Interested in touring this rental? Reach out to us to schedule a showing or ask questions.

Book Now

2BR/2BA Long Term Rental First-Floor Condo on Foxfire Golf Course – *Currently Rented til June 2027*

Enjoy long-term living right on the fairway at Foxfire Golf Course. This freshly updated, first-floor 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo offers easy, low-step living in one of the Sandhills’ most established golf communities — just 15-20 minutes from Pinehurst and Southern Pines. Available furnished or unfurnished.

Highlights

First-floor unit with minimum steps — easy access
Trash handled by HOA
Direct golf course views/frontage on Foxfire Golf Course
2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms
Furnished or unfurnished options available
Spectrum internet/wifi included in rent
Freshly renovated July 2026: new paint, sliding barn doors, new fridge, updated cabinets
In-unit washer/dryer
LVP wood floors throughout Updated/modern light fixtures
Unassigned parking spots- plenty of places to park
Community pool / clubhouse access — pool is currently under construction (as of July 2026)
Community Pickleball Courts
15-20 minutes from Pinehurst and Southern Pines
Pet policy — please reach out for specifics

Interior

Open-concept living/dining area
Sliding glass doors from living area to front covered porch
Sliding glass doors from each bedroom to a covered back porch overlooking the fairway
Bathroom 1 features a tub/shower combo and walk in tile shower in bathroom 2
Fridge, microwave, stove, dishwasher, kurieg
Flooring: carpet in living room and bedrooms, tile in bathrooms and kitchen, LVP wood in hallway
Fresh paint, modern light fixtures, fresh curtains and new sliding barn doors (July 2026)

Lease Terms

Rent, lease length, security deposit, application requirements can all be discussed.

Location

Contact

Interested in touring this long term rental? Reach out to us to schedule a showing or ask questions.

Client Reviews

Don't Just Take Our Word for It - Hear from Our Wonderful Guests

We loved the Condo. Very close to everything we wanted to do. Great hospitality! Would definitely use this place again.

100% satisfied! Great place— clean, peaceful, everything I expected and then some. She even left snacks.

Brittany was incredible friendly and responsive. She has thought of everything - even a snack basket. We would come back anytime!

An excellent experience. Beautiful home, proactive host, great area with lots of options!

Beautiful place and a lovely host! Very responsive and helpful 😊

The condo was in good condition and gave us a base of operations for our daily activities. The WiFi worked well.. Plenty of utensils to make breakfast so we could ease into the day.

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The Foxfire #2

Pinehurst Area Rental — Updated 2BR/2BA on Foxfire Golf Course

About the Property

Move-In Ready 2 Bedroom | 2 Bath | Golf Course Condo | Foxfire, NC

Highlights

Interior

Lease Terms

Location

Contact

Book Now

Highlights

Interior

Lease Terms

Location

Contact

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