Welcome to this classic cottage style home in the amenity rich neighborhood of Arbor Creek conveniently located just minutes away from the sandy beaches of Oak Island and downtown Southport. Enjoy a quiet cul-de-sac location with views of nature from the front porch and an easy maintenance back yard. The exterior facade has a cottage flare and inside is coastal by design including numerous upgrades such us crown molding, historic Southport door/window headers, tall board/batten wainscotting, and real ¾ inch oak hardwood flooring. The sunny front porch invites you into an open floor plan made for easy living and family/friend gatherings of any size. The foyer leads to an open concept great room with a beautiful propane gas fireplace surrounded by a hand-built mantle. The tasteful kitchen includes new appliances, custom craftsman cabinets, a raised bar with seating for three, under cabinet lighting, clean subway tiled backsplash, and a full pantry. The 10 X 10 ft. dining room is adjacent to the kitchen, features a triple window letting in plenty of natural sunlight, and a stylish light fixture. Take in the peaceful outside views from the cozy heated/cooled sunroom decorated with classic beadboard wall paneling, hardwood flooring, and a total of 8 windows with 2 glass panel doors. The spacious downstairs master retreat boasts tall, elegant bat and board wainscoting on all walls, crown molding, and has a spacious 7 X 7 ft. walk-in closet with custom built drawers and cabinetry. The spa like master bathroom has a beautiful tile surround jetted soaking tub, separate shower, and two separate vanities with square sink bowls and quartz countertops. Downstairs living also includes a 12 X 10 ft. study with a double French door entrance and closet with an adjacent half bathroom. Upstairs there are two spacious guest bedrooms, two full bathrooms and a study/den. The first guest bedroom is 14 X 10 ft. with a built-in bookcase, dormer window letting in natural light and full bathroom just outside. The second upstairs bedroom is an expansive 20 X 12 ft. has its own full bathroom, and a double dormer window. There is no lack of storage throughout the home with plenty of closet space, two walk-in attic storage areas and a 23 X 19 ft. garage. Additional updates include a new downstairs heating/cooling unit in 2018, termite bond good through 2025, and front storm door. If you are searching for an amazing home with plenty of living space by the beach you have found it in Arbor Creek.