Enjoy waterfront living in this charming coastal-style home filled with natural light and beautiful water views. The spacious great room combines the living and dining areas and features high ceilings, lovely wood floors, abundant windows, and a cozy gas fireplace. The spacious primary bedroom overlooks the water and back deck, creating a peaceful retreat. The ensuite bath features a soaking tub, separate shower, and two linen closets. The second bedroom, located near the front of the home, offers beautiful wood floors, a walk-in closet, and a welcoming space for guests. The bright and inviting pantry-style kitchen features abundant cabinetry, quartz countertops, a cozy breakfast nook, and a door leading to the screened porch. All kitchen appliances remain. An additional family room provides the perfect space for movie nights, a home office, or hobby room and, with a few modifications, could potentially be converted into a third bedroom. The one-car garage offers convenient access to the laundry room and kitchen area. Spend your evenings relaxing on the screened porch or back deck while enjoying peaceful water views. Additional features include a Rinnai tankless water heater, efficient gas heat with a heat pump, lovely landscaping, and a well-maintained exterior. Located in the golf and waterfront community of River Bend, residents can enjoy community amenities including basketball courts, a dog park, picnic areas, and kayak access. Optional golf and pool memberships provide even more opportunities for recreation. Conveniently located near historic Downtown New Bern, shopping, medical facilities, North Carolina's Crystal Coast beaches, and Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point. Offering waterfront views, comfortable living spaces, and a convenient location, this well-maintained home could be the happy place you've been looking for! Not in the flood zone and No HOA! Property has a buried fuel tank in yard no longer in use.