Custom-built, sound-side, coastal home in Emerald Isle offering flexible living with 3BR/3BA in the main house and a private-entry apartment on the ground level. Designed with comfort and functionality in mind, this elevated home features wood flooring throughout, abundant storage including cedar-lined walk-in closets, a small wine room, workshop, and hidden storage under the eaves. The open-concept main level includes a bright kitchen with granite countertops, glass subway tile backsplash, SS appliances, and white cabinetry. A double-sided fireplace adds charm between the kitchen and great room. Plantation shutters throughout offer precise light control and a crisp, clean aesthetic. The spacious primary suite has private access to the back porch — perfect for morning coffee or enjoying the island's coastal breeze and a mesmerizing dawn chorus from the island's feathered fauna. A second bedroom with dual closets is located just off the living area and a private entry from the front porch. Upstairs, the loft includes a cozy reading nook and a 3rd bedroom suite with kitchenette and private bath. The main home is drenched in coastal tones and thoughtful details at every turn. On the ground level, a separate apartment includes 460sqft (*included in main sqft) with 1BR/1BA, full kitchen, and a partially finished space ideal for an additional bedroom, office, or gym. *Septic permit for 5 bedrooms in place*. Additional features: rooftop sun deck, enclosed outdoor shower, RV parking area with hookups, utility room with labeled plumbing controls, water softener, and an extra toilet for convenience. Located in Emerald Isle on a quiet street flanked by two public boat ramps on each end. The public beach access with golf cart parking is less than two blocks away. This property offers year-round living, rental potential, or multigenerational flexibility—the perfect island getaway.