Beautiful 4BR/3.5BA Home in sought-after Morada Bay, a gated community near the sound! This spacious 2,700 sq. ft. home, built in 2011, and not located in a flood zone, features a bright two-story foyer & an open layout perfect for entertaining. The main level includes formal dining, a chef's kitchen w/granite countertops & stainless steel appliances, and a comfortable living area with gas fireplace—all flowing out to a large back deck & private backyard oasis. The private main-floor primary suite boasts a walk in closet, whirlpool tub, double vanities, & separate shower. Upstairs you'll find three additional bedrooms, two full baths, a large bonus room, and a reading nook. Extra features include laundry rooms on BOTH levels, a two-car garage, fiber cement exterior & a custom-built, wired, shed. Enjoy easy access to the community pool, & clubhouse, as well as scenic trails to the community dock with day mooring slips, where you can sit and enjoy the expansive views of the sound. Appreciate the nearby seasonal wetlands with a small viewing deck—perfect for spotting local wildlife! New Carteret County boat launch, park, and conservation center coming soon—accessible directly from the neighborhood!