Welcome to this enchanted and custom-built gem by Chris Martin, surrounded by breath-taking landscaping; to include Zoysia Emerald grass and nestled in an upscale waterfront community on the edge of the coastal towns of Hampstead and Surf City.A Southern porch with an almost 100 year old antique double front door and exposed rafter tails serves as a focal point and beckons you to sit on your swing and gather with friends and neighbors.You will be blown away with the craftsmanship and detailed trim work with each step.As you enter the grand foyer, you will immediately notice gorgeous LVP floors installed throughout the entire main home. Elegant Emtek crystal doorknobs, 8' interior doors and transom windows with custom motorized blinds and custom-made drapes further highlight the aesthetic appeal.A large and bright living room with built-ins, board & batten design on the walls and tongue & groove ceiling which welcomes you and feels as though it was made for cozy evenings around a fireplace with a nice glass of wine, reading your favorite author, playing family games, conducting deep conversations or just watching movies. The open concept connects the living room with a dining room and a kitchen. The dining room awaits the new owners to host their holiday meals and overlooks a gourmet kitchen which offers custom built executive cabinetry with a soft closing system which provides a wealth of storage space, glistening Carrera marble counter tops, a custom walnut block 7' long island, Shaw fireclay farm sink, stainless-steel appliances, Italian 6-burner Bertazzoni gas stove, 2 ovens & griddle, custom open shelving and a pantry with wooden shelves and coffee area and recently professionally wallpapered. This kitchen will please every chef and make any cooking experience much more enjoyable.The private Master Suite features a wall with custom built-ins and coastal beams on the ceiling, custom plantation shutters, a historic barn door restored from 1940 Camp Davis WWII which leads to the sanctuary bathroom with a double vanity with marble counter-tops, an oversized custom-tiled walk-in shower with pebble stones, bench and double shower heads, two walk-in closets, and a treat for the ladies - a make-up vanity with drawers. Two spare bedrooms are located on the opposite side of the home and share a full bathroom. One of the bedrooms features built-in bunk beds which can comfortably sleep 6 people (2 Queen, 2 XL Twins). A laundry room with a sink, storage cabinets and a bench together with an office space with a built-in desk complete the main floor. Enjoy your afternoon cup of tea on your screened-in patio with custom-manufactured shutters while overlooking your fenced backyard and watching wildlife passing by - an abundance of birds, butterflies, owls, turtles, bunnies and opossums. Explore a finished room above the garage with a private outside entrance finished in 2019 with window seat storage and attic storage for all your little extras. This room can be used as a family room, entertainment room or a man cave. Let your imagination run wild. Take a dip in your salt-water heated and cooled pool installed in 2020 with a tanning ledge with chairs & bubblers, spend romantic evenings around the gas firepit while overlooking the private backyard loaded with evergreens and perennial plants, or get wild with your gardening skills or do some handy work in the electrically wired storage shed/workshop (2020). Gentlemen, get ready - this Southern Charmer has a garage with a durable epoxy floor, a utility sink, storage cabinets and slatwall system installed just a year ago which is surely to please every handyman. The home also features upgraded metal roof accents, water softener, an outdoor shower and changing area (2020), 6' high fence with custom arbors and pergolas (2020), custom landscape & lighting design by Low Country Landscapes (2020), travertine patio and pool decking (2020), maintenance-free beds with rock ground covering (worth $22,000 in Spring 2024). Looking for more fun and activities? Whether you decide to gather with neighbors at the community pool and club house, jump into a kayak at the community kayak launch and do some rip'n & grip'n or cross the bridge to Topsail island with highly rated beaches to relax and simply bask in the sun, this property is Southern Living at its finest! The absolutely amazing location of this property is another attractive feature to consider. Situated along the sparkling Intracoastal Waterway, with a short commute to fabulous Kiwanis Park, highly rated schools, shopping, restaurants, many golf courses, ICWW access, Topsail Island and Wrightsville beaches, and the city of Wilmington with a world class university, a tremendously growing network of businesses, and a historic river district.