314 Beach Road N, Wilmington, NC 28411 (MLS# 100468703)

Located on Figure 8 Island's gold coast, the 300 block of Beach Road North, with its beautiful rolling dunes and seaside vegetation, this ocean front home combines the creativity of one of Wilmington's most revered architects, Henry Johnston and the attention to detail of its best builder, craftsman Fred Murray. When you pull into the winding driveway, tucked behind a private maritime forest, you will arrive at this enchanting residence with a wonderful covered open air deck that provides a gracious entry and plenty of covered space for kids to play or to host an oyster roast for the neighbors! Natural light fills the house with floor to ceiling Andersen windows and doors that provide views of the ocean from every room. Casual entertaining is the call of the day from this open floor plan with a great room and adjacent covered porches off both the ocean and sound sides. There is plenty of seating with a curved breakfast bar from the galley kitchen as well as both dining and breakfast areas. A fireplace anchors the end of the great room with built-in bar and entertainment center. The master suite with oceanside seating area includes a gracious dressing area / bath. Family and guests will love having the second floor to themselves with an additional three bedrooms, three bathrooms, upstairs den, office and a second laundry. This home combines the best of Figure 8 with attention to detail and privacy. Additional features include his and her outdoor showers, a dumbwaiter, huge covered storage areas, and covered parking for four cars. Yacht club warrant included. 314 Beach Road North and Figure 8 Island....When only the best will do!