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Perched high on a hill in Kitty Hawk’s desirable Sea Scape community, 4901 Palmer Drive offers a rare combination of elevation, privacy, outdoor living, and comfortable coastal living. Located in one of the highest elevations in the area, the property is in an X Flood Zone and enjoys a peaceful setting along a quiet street that winds through the Sea Scape golf community. Just a short drive from the beach and public beach accesses, and conveniently located near restaurants, shopping, and all that the Outer Banks has to offer, this is an ideal home for a year-round resident or a second-home owner looking for a true coastal getaway. The home has also been owner occupied as a personal residence and offers flexibility for a future owner who may wish to utilize it as a short-term rental. The main living level is warm and inviting, with an open kitchen, dining, and living area designed for both everyday living and gathering with family and friends. New engineered hardwood flooring extends throughout the main living spaces, complementing the comfortable coastal feel of the home. The spacious living room offers plenty of natural light and features a working wood stove, creating an especially cozy atmosphere during the cooler months. The updated kitchen features quartz countertops and a tile backsplash, providing a fresh and functional space for preparing meals and entertaining. Down the hall are three bedrooms and two full bathrooms. One of the bathrooms has been recently renovated with beautiful tile flooring, a new vanity with marble countertops, and a tub/shower finished with attractive Italian marble subway tile on the walls and ceiling. The outdoor spaces are truly one of the property's defining features. The home offers an exceptional collection of decks, gathering areas, and spaces to enjoy the coastal climate throughout the year. Just outside the main living level is a large deck with comfortable seating and a dining area, creating an ideal spot for morning coffee, afternoon cocktails, or an evening meal. Continue up the exterior stairs to the expansive rooftop deck, where you can take in a pleasant ocean view and enjoy a front-row seat for sunrise—a wonderful place to start the day on the Outer Banks. Below the home is an impressive outdoor living and entertaining area that adds another dimension to the property. With comfortable lounge seating, a bar area, grilling space, and picnic table, it is an inviting place to spend time with friends and family. An outdoor shower is also conveniently located underneath the home. The covered setting provides shade and comfortable breezes in the summer while offering a great place to gather when the temperatures are cooler. It is the kind of space that naturally becomes the center of outdoor life at the beach. The large backyard is another standout feature. Fully fenced and surrounded by mature live oak trees, it offers an unusual combination of privacy, space, and flexibility. There is plenty of room for children and dogs to play, along with a fire-pit for evenings spent outdoors. The generous lot and mature landscaping give the property a sense of privacy that is increasingly difficult to find, while the home's elevated position adds to its unique character and appeal. The ground level provides substantial utility with a large garage and a heated and cooled bonus room currently used as a workout room and storage area. An additional mini-split system serves this space, making it useful for a variety of future needs—whether as a home gym, hobby area, workshop, storage, or additional flex space. The home has benefited from numerous updates and improvements in recent years, including a new roof, new decking, new engineered hardwood flooring, exterior paint, HVAC improvements, bathroom renovations, and routine maintenance and servicing. The result is a well-maintained home that offers the next owner a comfortable, move-in-ready starting point while still allowing room

Tucked away in the heart of Avon on Hatteras Island, this beautifully updated coastal retreat offers the rare combination of timeless character, thoughtful renovations, and exceptional proximity to both the Atlantic Ocean and the Pamlico Sound. Located just across from the beach and within walking distance to shopping, restaurants, and local conveniences, 42072 Pheasant Circle captures stunning sunrise views over the ocean and unforgettable sunset views across the sound from its expansive top-level deck, a captivating feature of this amazing property. As the sun sets, enjoy watching kite surfers glide across the sound in the distance, creating a truly iconic Hatteras Island backdrop. Backing up to a peaceful salt marsh, the property enjoys an added sense of privacy and tranquility, while the marsh itself attracts an abundance of birdlife throughout the year, offering a beautiful natural setting right outside your door. Inside, the home blends warmth and sophistication with thoughtfully curated coastal finishes throughout. The top level features soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and an open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area designed for entertaining and everyday comfort. The stunning remodeled kitchen showcases quartz countertops, KraftMaid cabinetry, butcher block island accents, a fireclay farmhouse sink, commercial-grade tile flooring, updated lighting, and refined details throughout. Just beyond, the spacious living area opens seamlessly onto the upper deck where panoramic sound views take center stage. The top-level primary suite offers a private retreat complete with a beautifully remodeled bathroom. The mid-level features an uncommon and highly desirable 9-foot ceiling height, adding to the home’s open and airy feel. Three generously sized bedrooms, two beautifully renovated full baths, and a thoughtfully updated laundry room provide comfortable accommodations for family and guests alike. Extensive improvements throughout the home include Anderson tilt-in windows, a new roof, refinished oak hardwood floors, updated flooring, fresh interior paint, remodeled bathrooms, updated HVAC systems, new exterior stairs and decking, and numerous additional enhancements that reflect the care and investment poured into the property over time. Wrapped in natural cedar shake siding and surrounded by mature landscaping, the outdoor living spaces are equally inviting and designed to fully embrace the relaxed pace of coastal life. Multiple covered and sun decks, gathering areas beneath the home, a fire pit area, outdoor shower, storage room, carport, and beautifully finished paver spaces create countless opportunities to relax and entertain while enjoying the ocean breezes and peaceful setting. Whether you are searching for a refined second home, a full-time residence, or a turnkey investment opportunity with vacation rental potential, this meticulously maintained property allows the next owner to simply arrive and enjoy. Perfectly positioned for enjoying everything Outer Banks living has to offer, the home is conveniently located near ORV Ramp 38, providing easy year-round access to the wide beaches of Cape Hatteras National Seashore. World-class kiteboarding and windsurfing destinations, including the renowned Canadian Hole, are just moments away, making it easy to spend your days exploring both the ocean and sound sides of the island. This is coastal living that feels both relaxed and elevated—an exceptional opportunity to own a truly move-in-ready home on Hatteras Island.

LOVELY SOUTHERN SHORES RETREAT ON DUCK WOODS DRIVE! BEAUTIFULLY SITED WITH GOLF COURSE BACKYARD VIEWS, GENEROUS LIVING SPACES, FIRST-FLOOR PRIMARY SUITE AND A QUIET, CONVENIENT LOCATION. A spacious and inviting Southern Shores home, 149 Duck Wood Drive is tucked away in desirable and peaceful neighborhoods. Beautifully positioned on a nearly half-acre lot beneath mature trees with a generous lawn easily maintained by irrigation, and wonderful curb appeal, this property is a rare combination of wonderful privacy, space, and convenience just minutes from Duck Woods Country Club, Kitty Hawk Elementary School, the Wright Memorial Bridge, the shopping and dining options of Southern Shores and Kitty Hawk, and a short bike ride to the Currituck Sound. Offering approximately 3,214 square feet with 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, this tastefully appointed home is designed with comfort, flexibility, and everyday livability in mind. The main level features an open-concept layout where the kitchen, dining area, and living room flow together with ease—creating a welcoming central gathering space for family and friends. The living room is anchored by a fireplace and flanked by beautiful oak built-in bookshelves and cabinetry, adding warmth, character, and timeless appeal. The kitchen enjoys a bright, functional layout with oak cabinetry and windows above the sink overlooking the landscaped front yard, bringing in lots of natural light. Just beyond the main living area, a light-filled sunroom/parlor offers a beautiful place to relax, read, or unwind, with several windows and sliding glass doors that open to the rear deck. The backyard is a standout feature, overlooking the third-hole green of Duck Woods Country Club’s golf course. The spacious west-facing rear deck captures stunning afternoon sun and is enhanced by a large awning that provides generous shade. Whether enjoying morning coffee, watching golfers finish the hole, or hosting friends, this outdoor space offers a special sense of privacy and connection to the landscape. The first floor offers exceptional convenience with a large primary suite featuring an en-suite bath with a separate standing shower and soaking tub, and a large (8.5’ x 9’), walk-in custom closet with built-in storage system. Two additional bedrooms are also located on the main level and share a full bathroom, while a separate office or optional bedroom provides valuable flexibility. A half bath further enhances the functionality of the main level. Everyday living is made easier with a laundry room complete with cabinet storage, a utility sink, and a linen closet. The spacious garage offers plenty of room for parking, beach gear, tools, bikes, and additional storage. Upstairs, the home continues to impress with a large second living area that steps up into another spacious room with windows overlooking the golf course. This flexible upper-level space could serve beautifully as a media room, recreation area, guest retreat, studio, or additional lounge space. The upstairs attic is fully floored and roughed in with electrical and plumbing, offering great storage or potential for nearly 1,000 sq ft of additional living space.  With its generous square footage, flexible layout, golf course setting, and coveted Southern Shores location, 149 Duck Woods Drive offers an exceptional opportunity to create your ideal Outer Banks lifestyle. Whether you’re searching for a primary residence, second home, or spacious coastal retreat, this well-sited property delivers comfort, privacy, and timeless potential in one of the most convenient locations on the beach.

Tucked into one of Duck's most sought-after neighborhoods, this charming coastal cottage offers the opportunity to enjoy the Sanderling lifestyle in a location that's hard to beat. Situated just one lot from the Currituck Sound and only a short distance to the community's beach access, the home provides easy access to both sunrise walks along the Atlantic and peaceful evenings overlooking the sound. Sanderling is treasured for its quiet streets, uncrowded beaches, and exceptional community amenities, including a soundfront pool and racquet club. Just moments away are local favorites such as Paper Canoe, the Sanderling Resort & Spa, The Lifesaving Station, and Theodosia, while the shops, restaurants, live music, and waterfront boardwalk of downtown Duck are only a few miles away. Corolla is also just a scenic drive to the north. Lovingly maintained by the original owners and enjoyed exclusively as a second home, this property has not been used as a vacation rental, resulting in years of gentle use and attentive care. While some finishes reflect its original era, the home has been exceptionally well maintained and is ready to be enjoyed immediately. Sold fully furnished, it offers the perfect opportunity to begin making memories from day one while leaving room for a future owner to personalize and update the home over time. Offering approximately 1,800 square feet, the thoughtfully designed floor plan features four bedrooms and four-and-a-half baths, with each bedroom enjoying its own private bath for added comfort and privacy. The upper level is the heart of the home, where soaring vaulted ceilings, beautiful juniper tongue-and-groove walls, abundant natural light, a wood-burning fireplace, and an inviting sunroom create a warm, relaxed coastal atmosphere. The spacious kitchen flows easily into the living and dining areas, making it an ideal gathering place for family and friends. Expansive decks provide plenty of outdoor living space to enjoy the coastal breeze, while the ground level includes a covered carport, outdoor shower, dry entry, and laundry room. The home has seen numerous improvements over the years, reflecting the owners' commitment to maintenance and care. Major updates include a new roof in 2024 and water heater in 2023, along with improvements to the kitchen, sunroom, exterior painting, appliances, chimney, and more. Whether you're searching for a peaceful second home, a property with the potential to generate vacation rental income, or a cottage you can gradually make your own, this home offers an outstanding opportunity in one of Duck's most desirable communities. With its exceptional location between the ocean and sound, solid maintenance history, and timeless coastal character, this is a property that can be enjoyed today while offering exciting possibilities for the future.