Welcome to our newest waterfront listing - a place truly ''where dreams and water meet.'' This spacious coastal retreat blends timeless character with thoughtful modern updates, all perfectly positioned to capture stunning water views and the best of Eastern North Carolina waterfront living. Designed with boating and fishing enthusiasts in mind, the property features a private boat ramp and dock equipped with a 4,500-pound lift, water depth at lift is 30'' to 36'' at high tide, making days on the water effortless. Whether heading offshore, cruising the sound, or returning from a day of fishing, this home was built to embrace the coastal lifestyle. Inside, the home showcases a partial remodel with numerous improvements throughout, including beautifully refinished pine floors sealed with high-durability polyurethane, updated switches, and refreshed finishes. The kitchen has been tastefully updated with quartz countertops and new appliances, including a range, dishwasher, and microwave, offering both style and functionality. Several windows have been replaced, while others have been freshly painted to preserve the home's original character. The second floor serves as the main living area and features a formal dining room, private balcony, laundry closet with matching Maytag washer and dryer, and water views from every bedroom. Guest accommodations include: • Guest Bedroom 1 with private full bath and shower • Guest Bedroom 2 featuring water views and charming original flooring character • Guest Bedroom 3 situated on the water side of the home All guest rooms offer generously sized closets with excellent storage space, while the shared guest bath has been updated with new LVP flooring. Additional highlights include multiple attic storage areas with convenient room access, wood-paneled accents, hurricane roll-down shutters, and three heat pumps of varying ages installed on raised platforms. The home is supported by a 400-amp electrical service with multiple panels, and the current owner maintains flood insurance for added peace of mind. The third-floor primary suite is a true retreat, featuring panoramic water views, an oversized walk-in ''monster'' closet designed to accommodate extensive wardrobe storage, farmhouse-style closet doors, a picture window, bachelor-style kitchenette, and a designated space for a future washer and dryer hookup for added convenience.