Pondfront Living in Southern Shores – A Private Waterfront Retreat! This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers stunning pondfront views and exceptional privacy in one of Southern Shores’ most sought after streets. Perched on a high elevation lot, the home features a spacious and sunlit main living area with a soaring beamed ceiling and a massive brick fireplace, complete with a built-in wood storage nook. Gorgeous oak hardwood floors flow throughout, adding warmth and character. The bright, open kitchen includes sleek Corian countertops, ample cabinetry, spice rack built on the inside of the door of the pantry and a cozy breakfast nook overlooking picturesque Duck Woods Pond. Adjacent to the kitchen, the dining area opens into a stunning Florida room with walls of windows showcasing breathtaking water views. The primary suite is conveniently located on the main floor and features beautiful ¾-inch pine flooring and easy access to the main living areas. Upstairs, you’ll find two additional bedrooms and a full bath, with an open hallway overlooking the living area below that creates a spacious, airy feel. There’s even a clever hidden storage area above the kitchen, accessible behind the shelves in the upstairs linen closet. Other highlights include: Airy laundry center on the main floor, structurally superior 6-inch exterior walls for energy efficiency, custom interior trim and solid doors, Andersen windows throughout. Two-zone heat pumps, leaf guards on gutters, oversized one-car garage, whole-house Levitron surge suppressor. Enjoy your huge, natural backyard with a stairway down to your own private dock on Duck Woods Pond – perfect for fishing, kayaking, or simply watching the abundant wildlife, including ducks, geese, herons, ospreys, turtles, and bass. Located across the pond from the Duck Woods Country Club Tennis/pickleball courts. The front yard has a sundeck built out by the road with nice views of Ginguite Bay. Ginguite Trail is a peaceful, low-traffic street, ideal for biking or walking to nearby restaurants, grocery stores, schools, and Duck Woods Country Club. As a member of the Southern Shores Civic Association (optional, $70/year), you’ll have access to: Three soundside marinas with boat launches, picnic areas, and crabbing spots, a private soundfront beach with playground, 33 private ocean beach accesses, parks, basketball court, pickleball courts. Join optional Southern Shores Civic Association tennis and boat clubs for a small additional fee. There are a SMALL number of furnishings and artwork still in the home and they convey, see Bill of Sale. Don’t miss this opportunity for private pondfront living with convenient access to everything the Outer Banks has to offer! Vacant, combo lockbox, EZ to show.