8604 Shipwatch Dr, Wilmington, NC 28412

Imagine yourself sitting on your deck overlooking a flowing river while the sun is setting like a ball of fire and staring you right in the eyes. Well this can be you in this beautiful low country home on the Cape Fear River. Keep in mind that you are only 5 minutes from the intracoastal waterway and another couple minutes from being in the ocean through Carolina Beach Inlet. Also, this homes sits 10 miles from downtown Wilmington and Southport. Being right in the middle you can take your pick which place to visit for the day by boat ride. The views are spectacular from every part of the 12 foot wide wraparound porch that overlooks the river, private dock, and stone accented courtyards. This custom built home has everything you could want. On the ground floor a very large two car garage, a workshop, and a bonus room plus half bath (not included in square footage).The main floor flows together openly with the Kitchen, formal dining, and living room all connected with tongue and groove walls. The Kitchen boasts tile floors and granite counters. At the back of the Kitchen you will find a butlers pantry with an additional walk in pantry past that. The main floor Master is very private with his and hers walk in closets and a built in chest of drawers. There is also a locked closet that could be used for a safe. The Master bath has double vanities and a large walk in tile shower with bench. A home office and large laundry room complete the main level living. The third floor has two additional bedrooms and a bathroom as well as a large walk in storage room and sitting area facing the cupola wrapped in copper on the outside. There are hardwood and tile floors throughout the home and an elevator from top to bottom. Included with this property is a private pier with a gazebo and a 10,000 lb boat lift. The backyard is lush with flowers and trees and there is even a outdoor shower and storage shed. Buying here would make life seem like a permanent vacation. Owner's may be interested in a 6 month lease back if buyer not ready to move here yet.