Enjoy the unmatched coastal lifestyle of St. James in this beautifully crafted and maintained 3-bedroom, 3-bath home, ideally located near one of the community's gated entrances and within walking distance to the Seaside Club. Inside, the home offers engineered hardwood floors, a formal dining room with arched doorways, wainscoting, and a convenient butler's pantry. The open concept kitchen/living areas includes a totally renovated gourmet kitchen (2023) with an oversized quartz island, blue glass tile backsplash, gas cooktop, wall oven, microwave, and custom pantry. The living room features built-ins flanking a shiplap fireplace and opens up to a three-season room with EZ Breeze windows overlooking a pond. The main level also includes a guest bedroom, full bath, laundry room, and an oversized primary suite with tray ceiling and sitting room/office/flex space. Upstairs offers an additional bedroom/bathroom suite, large bonus/game room, and ample attic storage. Additional features include a 2-car garage with epoxy floors and fenced backyard. The Seaside club features a zero-entry pool, wet and lounge decks, splash pad, tennis and pickleball courts, fitness center, seasonal bar and grill, sand volleyball, and more. HOA fees cover lawn maintenance for care-free living. St. James residents also enjoy four championship golf courses, a marina, private beach club on Oak Island, parks, trails, dining, social clubs, and more! Conveniently located to downtown Southport area restaurants and shopping. Book your showing today! See agent remarks regarding possession.