Exceptional waterfront living on approximately 2.9 acres along protected Baird Creek! This thoughtfully designed 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers approximately 1,840 heated square feet, a home office with a closet, an open floor plan, and an impressive combination of quality construction, boating amenities, and comfortable coastal living. For the boating enthusiast, the waterfront features are outstanding. A 270-foot concrete dock leads to a boat lift at the end, with approximately 4+ feet of water depth providing excellent access. The home is built on pilings with concrete underneath, adding to the substantial feel of the property. Inside, the spacious open living area is enhanced by vaulted ceilings, hardwood and LVP flooring, and a welcoming fireplace with gas logs. The beautifully appointed kitchen is truly the heart of the home, featuring a gorgeous center island, quartz countertops, induction cooktop, convection oven with warming drawer, Samsung dishwasher, and pantry with an ice-cream-style freezer. An instant hot-water dispenser at the kitchen sink adds another thoughtful convenience. The home is also equipped with a Kinetico water softener, reverse-osmosis system serving the ice and drinking water, and a Rinnai on-demand hot water heater. A durable metal roof provides another desirable feature for coastal living. The primary suite offers privacy and functionality with pocket doors, while the dedicated home office with a closet provides valuable additional space for working from home, hobbies, or other flexible uses. The home's easy-flowing layout extends beautifully outdoors. The large screened porch is another gorgeous living space--perfect for entertaining, dining, or simply relaxing and enjoying the peaceful waterfront surroundings. An adjoining deck provides even more room to enjoy the outdoors. With its protected creekfront setting, acreage, substantial 270-foot concrete dock, boat lift, quality improvements, dedicated home office, and inviting indoor-outdoor living spaces, 159 Parsons Road offers a wonderful opportunity to embrace the waterfront lifestyle of coastal North Carolina. Bring the boat, settle in, and make Baird Creek your backyard. Closer to Oriental than you think! Don't let the Grantsboro mailing address keep this Parsons Road waterfront home off your list. Discover beautiful views of Baird Creek, your own dock and boat lift, and the coastal lifestyle you've been looking for.