Sanford, North Carolina is conveniently located a quick 45-minutes from Raleigh or Pinehurst, 30 minutes from the cities of Cary/Apex and Durham and 2 hours from the beach. Raleigh, Cary and Durham has been named Money Magazines "Best places to live in the US" for many years. With affordable living, abundant recreational activities in the triangle, professional hockey and home to 3 ACC schools, it is no surprise that many want to call this area home! Sanford is the county seat for Lee County and offers residents an affordable cost of living, active arts council, recreation and events throughout the year including Temple Theatre, Carolina’s Center for the Performing Arts, San-Lee Park and Biking Trail, Jordan Lake, Deep River Sporting Clays and Carolina Trace Golf Course. For golf lovers, the Pinehurst area offers 40 world class golf courses designed by the game’s greatest names. Pinehurst hosted the US Open in 2014 and is set to host again in 2024.