Welcome to this stunning custom home in the sought-after Arlington Place community, where a serene pond-side setting creates a peaceful backdrop. Thoughtfully designed with quality craftsmanship, this home features an inviting open-concept floor plan filled with natural light. The spacious living room showcases elevated ceilings, warm wood flooring, a cozy fireplace, and doors leading to the screened porch, creating a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living. The adjoining dining area flows into the beautifully upgraded kitchen, featuring granite countertops, a pantry, Bosch range and dishwasher, GE refrigerator and microwave, and generous cabinet space. The spacious main-level primary suite offers a relaxing retreat with an ensuite bath featuring a walk-in shower. A second bedroom, full bath, and conveniently located main-level laundry room complete the first floor. Upstairs, you'll find an additional bedroom and full bath with private access to an elevated deck overlooking the tranquil pond. The deck is also accessible from the ground level, providing added convenience. The peaceful pond-side setting provides a picturesque backdrop for enjoying the home's outdoor living spaces, perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or taking in the serene water views. Additional features include a covered front porch, screened porch, attached covered parking, a storage shed, Hardie Board siding, a whole-house generator, and a whole-house water softener. Arlington Place offers exceptional amenities, including a clubhouse, community pool, fitness center, tennis and pickleball courts, boat ramp, day docks, kayak launch, walking trails, and a community lake, all just minutes from the Neuse River. This exceptional home combines timeless design, thoughtful upgrades, and an outstanding location in one of the area's premier waterfront communities.