Love quiet country living in an established, charming neighborhood—plus water access and a private in-ground pool? This is the home you've been waiting for! Welcome to this beautifully maintained property offering comfort, space, and awesome outdoor living—with NO HOA and deeded access to the River Landing boat ramp! Conveniently located near I-40, you'll enjoy being outside the Wilmington hustle while still close to shopping, dining, and area beaches including Surf City, Topsail Beach, and Wrightsville Beach. The home lives mostly on one level with everything on the first floor except the finished room over the garage. Ideal for a bonus room, office, or guest space. Enjoy the high ceilings in the bedrooms and an inviting living room featuring hardwood floors, recessed lighting, gas log fireplace, and built-in cabinetry. A desirable split-bedroom layout offers two bedrooms + full bath on one side, an additional bedroom + full bath on the other, and the primary suite privately tucked across the home. Entertain with ease in the formal dining area and breakfast nook! The kitchen opens to the breakfast nook and overlooks the pool, featuring a lighted pantry, granite countertops, deep two-basin sink, built-in microwave, double oven, and new dishwasher (2024). Laundry room off the 2 car garage with tile floors + newly added cabinetry. Updates include a 2019 hot water heater and one HVAC split zone unit replaced in 2024. The spacious primary suite includes hardwood floors, recessed lighting in tray ceiling, large walk-in closet, and ensuite bath with step-in shower, soaking tub, double vanity, vaulted ceiling with chandelier, and separate water closet. Step outside to a true backyard oasis! Beautifully landscaped and features a lighted saltwater pool, deck, and covered stone patio with outdoor stone fireplace! Fenced backyard with irrigation system, great landscaping, and shed for storage. Encapsulated crawlspace w/ 2 dehumidifiers + routine maintenance. Come and see!