WATERFRONT 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home situated on .89 acres in picturesque Pamlico County. This beautiful Merritt, NC property offers deep water access on Balls Creek with easy entry to the Bay River, perfect for boating enthusiasts. The home features a paved driveway leading to a two-door garage, surrounded by established flower beds and a welcoming covered porch. Inside, the open floor plan boasts vaulted ceilings and recessed lighting. The spacious living room seamlessly flows into the eat-in dining area and the renovated kitchen, which features white cabinets and tile floors and your appliances. Adjacent to the kitchen is a formal dining room for formal gatherings. The large utility room offers laundry hookups, cabinets and a sink making the chore of laundry a breeze! The expansive primary bedroom is a retreat with floor-to-ceiling windows, a walk-in closet, and farmhouse sliding doors leading to an en suite bathroom with a dual sink vanity, soaking tub, and walk-in shower. Two additional bedrooms share a full-sized bathroom. The screened-in porch has been transformed into a stunning 16x26 sunroom with ceiling fans, leading to a large wood deck overlooking Balls Creek. Additional features include a detached shed, a dock and pier for fishing and a ladder for swimming, as well as parts for a boat lift that potential buyers can restore! This home offers a perfect blend of comfort and waterfront living. 15 minutes to Oriental, less than 30 minutes to Minnesott Beach and less than 40 minutes to New Bern. SELLER IS OFFERING A 5,000 flooring credit. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity.