Welcome to this beautiful 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home in Ferndale's sought-after Pacific Highlands neighborhood! Situated on a spacious lot with a fully fenced backyard, this home offers a rare feature that sets it apart-a private gate providing direct access to the neighborhood's common area and park, a convenience enjoyed by only a handful of homes.A large front yard welcomes you inside to fresh interior paint and a functional layout featuring a front living room, formal dining room, and an open kitchen with newer black stainless steel appliances, a large pantry, and additional dining space. The adjoining family room offers a cozy electric fireplace for ambiance, while sliding glass doors lead to the backyard. A heat pump provides efficient heating and air conditioning, and the furnace and water heater were both replaced in 2019 for added peace of mind.Storage is plentiful with multiple oversized closets, including two extra-deep storage areas beneath the stairs. Upstairs, you'll find all three bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite with an ensuite bath featuring a soaking tub and separate shower.Fresh updates, exceptional storage, a spacious fenced yard, and one of the neighborhood's few homes with direct park access make this Pacific Highlands property the perfect place to call home.