This extraordinary home is nestled among giant oak trees in a quiet cul-de-sac bordering the forested National Park property line. An under-house bar and majestic oak trees make the backyard a perfect place to relax. It is the perfect home for a family with children and pets or a secondary or investment property. This gem is just 0.7 miles from the 1st Street Beach Access and 0.76 miles from the Ashville Street Beach Access. First Flight Schools are 2.3 miles away. A short walk or bike ride takes you to grocery stores and restaurants. A few blocks away on Bay Drive you can enjoy a park with sunset views overlooking the Pamlico Sound. GROUND LEVEL: This level has 3 separate rooms. The laundry room sports a shelved storage area; the other 2 rooms can be a workshop, she shed, man cave, or children's playroom. Lots of creative possibilities! Step outside these rooms to enjoy an outside shower. MAIN LEVEL: The living area, dining area, and kitchen have an open concept with a cathedral ceiling looking up to a balcony and spacious loft. The shiplap wall and tongue and groove wainscotting give it a coastal feel. Two patio doors open up to a back deck and a sunroom with a view of the backyard. One bedroom and a full bath complete this level. TOP LEVEL: On this level you will find 2 bedrooms and a full bathroom. The master bedroom is designed to join a spacious loft that can be a den or home office. A wooden barn door separated the two. A deck opens off the loft area with another view of the backyard and beautiful oak trees. 2019 - new drain field 2022 - new HVAC 2024 - new Fortified Roof