Manteo Charmer featuring classic Ralph Lauren-inspired exterior colors and an inviting front porch complete with a porch swing—perfect for enjoying the afternoon breezes, see a humming bird from time to time as well as a many colorful coastal birds. Inside, you’ll find real hardwood flooring throughout the main living area and all three main bedrooms upstairs, complemented by updated lighting fixtures and new solid-surface countertops. The bright, all-white kitchen flows seamlessly into an open-concept living and dining area, ideal for entertaining and everyday living. The top-floor is flexible space and functions as a 4th bedroom, living area, office, or playroom to suit your needs. This home does not need flood insurance! Home does not host a master or any bedroom on the main level. All main bedrooms are on the second level. The home offers a private backyard on nearly half an acre, framed by mature trees. A very large rear deck provides ample space for grilling and outdoor gatherings, while a dedicated fire pit area enhances the outdoor lifestyle. Community amenities include a pool for summer enjoyment. Extensively updated throughout, the property includes fresh interior paint, a 2023 whole-house water filtration system with reverse osmosis at the kitchen sink, a new water heater (2024), and a roof replaced in 2022. The upper two-level HVAC system was replaced in 2020. Additional improvements include a new drainfield (2023), updated upper bathroom vanity and lighting, new Berber carpet (2023), and replacement of outdated polybutylene plumbing with new piping (2023). Ideally located just 8 miles from Nags Head beaches and 2 miles down town Manteo restaurants, coffee shops, and the waterfront docks leading to the lighthouse. The trails nearby the house are great for walking, biking and jogging.