There’s so much to appreciate about this Outer Banks home! Newer construction, heated pool, garage, fenced-in yard, screened porch, double-sided fireplace, fantastic location, and so much more! The covered front entrance welcomes you into the open and functional entryway, where you can store your sandals and hang your beach towels. And the bonus – no steps to enter the home! In fact, the layout of this floor is perfectly suited for single level living. Walking from the entryway towards the main living space, your eye is drawn to the kitchen with its 13′ ceiling, accent windows, granite countertops, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, (including gas range with vent hood), large island and pantry. Your dinner party will flow seamlessly from the kitchen to the screened-in porch (w/double sided fireplace) and then out to the pool! Back inside, the kitchen opens to the living and dining space, where the natural light from the ample windows and the pool views flow into the main space. The tall ceilings (10′ in living and 13′ in dining) and the other side of the double-sided fireplace add to the openness and charm. Off of the main space is the large primary bedroom. It features an en suite bathroom with double sinks, walk-in tile shower with bench seating, and walk-in closet with custom organization. Walking back toward the main entry, you’ll find a hallway that leads to two additional bedrooms, a hall bathroom, and an absolutely adorable laundry room that the owners reworked from the original plans to make it more functional. The 2-car garage (w/ EV charger) rounds out the offering on this level. Upstairs, you’ll find a spacious bedroom with it’s own bathroom and a sound view from the window. It’s a great space to welcome an in-law or guest. Outside, the back-and-side yard is fully fenced, the pool is heated with an in-ground propane tank, and the hot tub awaits! Plenty of space and sun for lounge chairs, and a dedicated space for the grill! The home is located in the Water Oak community, that boasts a community soundfront pier with gazebo, kayak launch and places to store your water toys. In the evening, the pier is a great place to view a sunset over the water. There is also the KDH town-maintained multi-use path that goes for miles, with much of it along the soundfront. The location is also easily walkable or bikable to the First Flight schools. To enjoy the other body of water we’re famous for, the Atlantic Ocean, just bike or drive down First street, it leads to a beach access with parking, and a stop-light controlled crosswalk. Last but not least, the home is located in the X-flood zone, so flood insurance is not required. This home would make a great primary residence or 2nd home. It’s centrally located to restaurants, shops, grocery stores, the schools and the beach, but it’s also tucked away almost to the end of the street in a quiet neighborhood.