Looking for your piece of history in the heart of Southport on a double lot? This is it! Circa 1900, this historic cottage is a perfect blend of the old with the conveniences of the new. Most recent updates: Fresh paint throughout, custom plantation shutters, & enclosed screened front porch, perfect for outdoor evenings and a great spot to sip your morning coffee and enjoy the salubrious breeze of Southport!! All the character you'd expect is still in tact in this lovely home: Heart-of-Pine wood floors, classic penny black & white tile in main bath with ball & claw foot tub as center stage, a perfect place to soak after a day at the beach. Large, fire-side living room, & lovely French doors; Three bedrooms with generous closets, and bedroom 2 features a cedar-lined closet, Third bedroom is privately located at rear of home, and has its own private bath, complete with shower. Crown moulding as well as wood plank ceilings. Eat-in kitchen has quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and cook's delight stove with gas top range. Kitchen also has accent lighting, beadboard wainscotting, and dual fan ceiling fan/light. Covered screened in porch on back is perfect for catching a quiet evening on the hammock, or could be used as an outdoor dining room! Roof installed 2018; Large yard has a perfect area for a garden or even a cocktail pool! Storage building/workshop is wired and allows room for additional storage. All appliances stay! Just a few blocks away is the historic district, Franklin Square Park, the Cape Fear River, Waterfront Park, Kingsley Park, unique shops, boutiques, restaurants, art and maritime museums, and the Southport Marina. Oak Island is less than a 10 minute drive, and less than 7 minutes to the Southport Ferry! Park your car & ride your bike to the waterfront, or take a stroll down Howe St. and start living the Southport Lifestyle! Exclusions: etched mirror in main bath & mirror over fireplace.