Enjoy the Ultimate in relaxation in the sound to ocean community of Ships Watch. This 4 bedroom (2 are Ensuites) 3.5 bath beach home awaits you with a spacious open reverse floor plan and only one block from the beach. Nestled on a large homesite (16,000- sq. ft) in a quiet cul de sac, with an easy walk to the beach, the community pool, tennis court, soundfront pier, and the adored shops and restaurants of Duck. Also, enjoy the 2.5 mile boardwalk along the sound in Duck - a short walk from Ships Watch and really nice for morning walks or sunset evening strolls. Ships Watch is loved by all and their amenities are among the best in Duck. Amenities include; private beach access, community pool and hot tub, tennis courts, playground, soundfront pier, boat ramp, weekly poolside picnics and planned summer activities for all ages. Enter the home through the inviting dry entry where you are led to the light and airy top floor, featuring a reverse floor plan. This level showcases a generous kitchen, a huge great room with a bar area, screen porch, a ship's watch (overlook room/loft), a gloriously large primary suite with a private bath and wrap around deck. The kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances including a newer electric range/oven (2021), a beverage cooler, and an eat-on bar for four. Off the kitchen is a large screen porch and a wrap around deck with other interior accesses. The great room includes a gas fireplace, Luxury Vinyl Plank flooring, vaulted ceiling, a conveniently located wet bar with an ice-maker. This area has lots of windows allowing for an abundance of natural light. There's a charming reading nook (overlook room/ship's watch) with sparkling ocean views off the great room making it the perfect place to curl up with a good book, or just look at the water. The primary bedroom boasts a vaulted ceiling, private deck access, and a private bath. The bathroom was remodeled in 2018 and includes a soaking tub, a gorgeous double vanity, a separate shower, and a linen closet. The mid-level offers 3 spacious carpeted guest rooms, 2 full bathrooms. One of the bedrooms is a ensuite with a private bath. The other two bedrooms share a Jack and Jill full bath, and have their own private entrance. The utility room is also on this level. The exterior includes a 2 car carport making it easy to bring in groceries on a rainy day. The top level deck was replaced in 2015, and the private hot tub is brand new. See a list of upgrades and rental projections in Associated Docs.**** Year to Date income is 48k. Vacasa projects 65k to 85k.***