Live the coastal lifestyle you've been dreaming of with this 3.4-acre waterfront lot at 257 Garbacon Drive in Beaufort, NC-offered at $38,000 below tax value and ready to build with a valid 3-bedroom septic permit in place. Located in the private, gated community of Merrimon Bay, this rare homesite offers expansive views of the Neuse River, your very own white sand beach, and access to a private neighborhood boat ramp. Launch your boat, kayak, or paddleboard right from your backyard and explore miles of open water, peaceful creeks, and rich coastal ecosystems. By car or boat, you're just 30 minutes from the vibrant Crystal Coast-home to charming waterfront towns like Beaufort, Morehead City, and Atlantic Beach. Enjoy fresh seafood, historic downtowns, shopping, festivals, and world-class fishing and boating. The area is also home to Cape Lookout National Seashore, Shackleford Banks (wild horses!), and some of North Carolina's clearest waters. With plenty of room for a custom home, outdoor living spaces, and a potential private dock (pending approvals), this lot is ideal for year-round living, a weekend retreat, or a recreational escape. Don't miss your chance to own a slice of paradise-peaceful, private, and packed with potential. Come experience the best of the NC coast at Merrimon Bay!