20 Third Avenue, Southern Shores, NC 27949

Coastal charm meets eclectic refinery on this peaceful oceanside street in Southern Shores. Sea Crest Village is renowned for it private location with dedicated beach accesses and no through traffic.  Roll into the circular driveway, open the gate, and cross the wide veranda to the alluring entrance. Light floods the grand entry featuring matte finished oak flooring, discreet powder room, 5-panel shaker style doors with oiled bronze fixtures, and pocket French doors leading to the parlor.  This intimate space features a wood burning fireplace, custom cabinetry, and glass double doors leading to the side porch and yard.  The open concept great room features two sets of double doors to the side porch and ample custom windows that draw in light.  The oak flooring complements the distressed cherry accents tying the room together.  These accents include a built-in buffet with tapered shaker style columns at the dining area, adjoining wet bar with icemaker and wine cooler, custom cabinetry surrounding the gas fireplace, and the oversized kitchen island topped with Black Galaxy granite. The gourmet kitchen includes vibrant glass backsplash tiles, white silestone counters, built-in appliances and ample custom cabinetry to spark the chef's creativity.  The elevator lies between the kitchen and the sizable laundry room with utility sink, folding station, and additional cabinetry. Ride to the top floor to experience the primary suite encompassing the entire floor. Move across hard wood flooring to the sleeping area with gas fireplace, wet bar with mini-fridge, and access to the private covered deck overlooking the pool. A partition provides a buffer as you step through pocket French doors into the sumptuous bath with exceptional appointments.  Languish in the soaking tub or freshen up in the walk-through shower with multiple jets.  Dual vanities flank this extraordinary space with ornate tile work in soothing palettes. Step over to the oversized dressing room with custom shelving and additional eaved floored storage space. The other side of the suite features an inviting sitting room accessing the front steps.  Go down one flight to the mid-level sitting room. 5' wainscoting embellishes the wide hallway leading to three distinctive bedrooms with private baths.  Each suite has distinctive style, from playful black and white, to rich copper, to Aegian blue. The grounds feature a new completely remodeled dramatic heated salt water pool with huge waterfall feature finished with silver travertine coping and a sophisticated French gray surface.  All new water lines, pumps, main drain and pool cover were added as well.  The grassy play area includes a gazebo with hot tub and a charming white fence along the street.  The ocean is just 750 feet away, walk or transport beach gear with the onsite golf cart.