2005 Palmetto Cove Court, Bald Head Island, NC 28461 (MLS# 100347211)

Tucked onto a very private lot on the end of a cul-de-sac in Bald Head's exclusive Palmetto Cove, this three bedroom/three bath sanctuaryis a nature-lover's paradise-bordered by the Island's estuary and featuring views across the marsh to BHI's Harbour Village, the Cape Fear River and Southport. Through the arbored gate, the wraparound deck-which is surrounded by and incorporates trees-is highlighted by a large pool. At one end is the home's crofter which houses a bright, roomy King suite with a full bath and boasts its own two-tiered deck. The front door opens into small foyer. Follow the hardwoods to the right to the corner bedroom which is currently being used as a TV den. It offers egress to a screened porch that overlooks the pool as well as a full en suite bath that can also be accessed from the laundry. Left of the front door is a light-filled open floor plan that grants outdoor vistas from every angle. The sunny, vaulted living area is highlighted by a wall of windows and a tiled fireplace and accommodates with spacious seating as well as a game table. The adjacent kitchen is generous, provides loads of storage, a breakfast bar and Island sights from every side. Beyond, the dining space is also bathed in natural light and surrounded by spectacular marshscapes. Enjoy meals here or on the nearby dining porch-both in and out you'll savor panoramas all the way to the mainland. Upstairs, you'll find a quiet King suite with two closets and a full en suite bath. Up another half flight is a windowed reading loft with built-ins and office space and the King Master with two private decks, an oversize Master Bath with a jetted garden tub and breathtaking perspectives of Bald Head's marsh. Conveniently located close to restaurants and shops. A BHI Club and Shoals Club memberships are available for a separate purchase.