Just 3 minutes by golf cart to the downtown Southport waterfront, shops, restaurants, & the Cape Fear River, this spacious home with over 2,500 Sq Ft of interior living space offers the best of the Southport lifestyle with room, privacy, & beautifully established surroundings. Situated on over 1/2 an acre within the area of one of Southport's original plats, the property blends historic charm with thoughtful modern updates. Majestic live oaks, tropical palms & mature landscaping create a lush & private backdrop for the fenced backyard & inground pool, while the screened porch & firepit patio make outdoor living especially inviting for any type of weather. Inside, the generous floor plan features two primary ensuites, 2 additional guest bedrooms, a huge kitchen open to the family room, & a formal dining & living room for additional gathering space. The owners have invested in numerous updates designed to help the home run smoothly & comfortably for years to come, including a new HVAC system, whole-house generator, & even a new well, well pump & filtration system for irrigation. Much of the heavy lifting has already been done, leaving the next owners free to simply bring their vision, add their personal decor touches, & enjoy everything this special Southport setting has to offer. *KEY HIGHLIGHTS* o Just 3 minutes by golf cart to the downtown Southport waterfront o Over half an acre on a beautifully landscaped corner lot o Located within the area of one of Southport's original plats o Fenced backyard o Majestic live oaks & palm trees o Mature landscaping providing ambiance, privacy, & natural screening o Inground swimming pool o Screened porch o Two spacious ensuites with walk in showers & abundant closet space o New HVAC system & attic insulation in 2025 o Whole-house generator with dedicated panel & automatic self-testing o New well, well pump & filtration system for irrigation o Huge carport with storage closet & additional shed near pool