Welcome to a slice of coastal paradise! This breathtaking waterfront home, nestled on a high-elevation, serene 0.52-acre lot, offers 101 feet of canalfront charm with direct access to Jean Guite Creek and Currituck Sound. Imagine savoring tranquil mornings on one of the three spacious decks, whether hosting lively gatherings on the large back deck, enjoying quiet moments by the Solo Stove smokeless fire pit, or basking in the ambiance of a shared front deck. This custom-built beach chalet-style retreat, designed to impress, merges contemporary elegance with coastal California-inspired warmth. Built with energy efficiency in mind, the main home (completed in 2023) and separate downstairs apartment (finished in 2025) deliver modern convenience and unparalleled versatility. The private downstairs apartment features a turnkey 1-bedroom, 1-bath unit complete with a kitchenette, laundry, and its own entrance—perfect for guests, multi-generational living, work from home office/studio space, or rental opportunities. Inside the main home, cathedral ceilings, custom windows, and thoughtfully designed blinds invite natural light to flood the open-concept spaces, creating a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living. High-end touches abound, from the artisan LP gas fireplace with its gorgeous mantel to the white quartz kitchen countertops and extended island, ideal for entertaining. The luxury appliances include a fingerprint-resistant GE suite in sleek Black Slate, paired with a SMART Brizo faucet and a dramatic matte black granite deep sink—culinary dreams are made here! Your sanctuary continues into the bathrooms, where custom artisanal glass tile surrounds a soaking tub upstairs, and a modern walk-in shower with stone-style flooring graces the lower-level bath. A convenient guest half-bath is also located upstairs. Everywhere you look, fine details elevate your lifestyle, including high-end CALI wide-plank flooring, LED recessed lighting, modern Serena & Lily pendants, and ample storage space across 6 custom closets. Beyond its beauty, this home offers practicality: **two energy-efficient tankless LP gas water heaters, dual HVAC systems, a fully fenced gravel backyard with RV parking (complete with water, power, and sewer hook-ups), and a large driveway accommodating multi-vehicle parking. You'll also appreciate the salt-free water conditioner, modern euro-style siding in Peruvian Teak and Everest tones, and full fiber/cable internet wiring with USB ports throughout. Plus, it’s located in an X” Flood Zone, meaning no flood insurance is required—a rarity along the coast! Set on a quiet, no-thru street, this property is perfectly positioned between the beach and sound, just a short walk to either. With the option to be sold furnished and turnkey, it's been lovingly lived in by non-smoking full-time residents and never rented—ready to welcome its next lucky owner. Prepare to fall in love with this impeccably crafted, modern coastal haven—a home where every detail shines. Septic is for 3 bedrooms but room to expand. Builder- Paul Andros. ***Highest and best by 2 pm on Monday, April 21, 2025.***