Do you need a home near MCAS Cherry Point but without city tax? Do you need a comfortable and functional home? Would you like to be in between the charm of downtown New Bern and the beauty of the Crystal Coast beaches? This property is nestled in a secluded area of Carolina Pines and is out of the way of much of the ongoing road construction. This home received some updates in 2020 including kitchen appliances, laminate flooring, carpet, washer and dryer. Water heater was replaced in 2022. It's most recently been freshened with new paint and has been cleaned top to bottom. The open concept kitchen offers an eat in option, plenty of counter and cabinet space plus a pantry. Look over the kitchen bar to the spacious living room with gas log fireplace. The principal bedroom with attached bath and large walk-in closet is separate from the additional two bedrooms and bath on the first floor. The finished room over the garage could become a fourth bedroom, home office or any other type of flex space that you need. This move in ready home has new gutters on the rear, the deck boards have been replaced and stained/painted and reinforced and the backyard is fenced! It's truly ready and waiting for you!