Interior pictures are here! Nestled on a partially wooded 1.67 acre lot this cape cod-style 3 bedroom, 2-1/2 bath home is situated on a quiet cul-de-sac in the highly desirable and picturesque waterfront community of Forest Sound. This private community features a variety of homes on large lots with deeded rights to the community boat ramp and 40-slip marina for direct deepwater access to the ICWW. Located in the heart of Hampstead and close to local schools, shopping, dining and golf with Topsail beaches, Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune and Wilmington just a short drive away. The property has a large driveway providing ample parking for larger vehicles, boats and RVs and a custom detached workshop with lean to and loft providing extra storage for your water toys, tools and lawn equipment. The home offers exceptional quality, functionality and rustic charm having been beautifully refreshed with new kitchen, roof & skylights, Trane HVAC system, TREX decking, and exterior/interior paint. Designed for comfort and effortless living the home has a spacious great room with cathedral ceiling, illuminating dormers, gas fireplace with stone surround and open wood staircase. The newly completed kitchen has white shaker cabinets, quartz countertops, tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and a reach-in pantry closet. The primary bedroom with cathedral ceiling is located on the first floor boasting a handicap accessible bathroom. Additional features include a finished room over garage that would make a great office, playroom, gym space or media room, a screened porch leading out to not one but two decks perfect for relaxing and entertaining and a spacious rocking-chair front porch where you can watch the wildlife enjoy the spring fed pond. Experience that coastal living lifestyle you've always dreamed of that strikes the perfect balance between convenience and tranquility. Don't miss out on this rare opportunity in this highly sought after community.