Batten The Breeze

Soundfront Cottage, 4 BR, 5 B. K * K * K * K * 2 B (1 D down, S up and 2S). Classic Carolina Club linen service with beds made and No Worries Comforters. Soundfront 30' x 14' salt water swimming pool with graduated entry perfect for toddlers, and pool deck beautifully furnished with Adirondack style furniture. Upon request, heated pool is available during the Spring and Fall seasons at no additional charge. Read More...One of the first homes built on Emerald Isle in 1957, this home has been extensively renovated and newly furnished in a timeless, elegant style by interior design professionals. This exceptional Classic Carolina cottage features poplar tongue and groove vaulted ceiling, shiplap walls and heart pine floors in the soundfront great room and kitchen typical of Emerald Isle beach homes from that era. Stunning, original artwork throughout. Lower level gathering room has a gracious seating area, an extensive library of reference books on coastal history, Southern history, natural history, shells, and native birds plus a beverage dry bar with mini refrigerator. Ground floor elevator to top floor. Designed for families who love to cook, the expansive kitchen includes custom cabinetry with quartz countertops, Wolf 6 burner gas/dual fuel range, Wolf wall oven, Sub-Zero refrigerator, microwave, and ample pantry. The beverage station includes an under-counter beverage center, icemaker, and bar sink with filtered water. The kitchen island features ample bar seating, deep sink plus 2 dishwashers. The dining room has a custom pine farm table built by a North Carolina artisan. Other amenities include gas fireplace in the living area, washer/dryer, wireless Internet access. Three bedrooms feature ensuite bathrooms. Primary soundfront bedroom has spacious bath with roomy marble tiled shower featuring rain shower and also exterior access to patio seating opening to swimming pool deck. Roku Smart TVs in every bedroom plus 75” Roku Smart TVs in gathering room and  living area. Upper level soundfront deck with Adirondack porch furniture and screened porch perfectly sited for ocean breeze and views. Located on patio adjacent to swimming pool is an outdoor granite cooking station featuring a Wilmington Grill. The enclosed hot/cold outside shower is crafted from cedar. Stunning views of Bogue Sound, beautifully landscaped with grassy lawn and native plants, soundside access via shared dock with sister property, the Boat House. Ideal location for swimming, fishing, clamming, kayaking, and small boats. Easy beach access approximately 150 yards away with an easy stroll down Second Street and over a beach path. No smoking. No pets. 114 Emerald Drive.