Coastal Treehouse Retreat: Perched high among the trees in a peaceful Emerald Isle setting, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home with bonus studio offers ocean breezes, some ocean views, and the relaxing sound of the surf. With a reverse floor plan, bamboo floors, fireplace with electric insert, and gas stove (propane tank owned), it blends comfort with coastal charm.
The spacious lot includes a gated path to nearby walking trails, room for boat parking, a huge outdoor shower, wired for generator hookup, storm shutters, and an irrigation system with a new pump. The Liftivator elevator, remote-controlled awning, and coded entry locks add convenience.
Recent improvements include a new roof in 2018, a heat pump in 2023, a 10'x12' studio with A/C added in 2023, water heater installed in 2019, and a new septic leach field in 2012.
An 11'6'' x 11'6'' shed offers additional storage, and the home features a whole-house water filter, well-fed irrigation system, and an active termite bond with May Exterminators.
Sellers are offering an $800 credit toward a home warranty and a full home inspection report is available upon request.
Sold for $660,000 on 08/15/25
$660,000
122 Ethel Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
3beds
1,447sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1987
0.31 Acres Lot
$662,200 Zestimate®
$456/sqft
$2,559 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 15, 2025 at 01:09pm
Listed by:
Rob & Katie Team 843-592-3771,
Advantage Coastal Properties,
Katie Walker 843-592-3771,
Advantage Coastal Properties
Bought with:
Darcel Browning, 335689
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Adv EI
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100515191
Originating MLS: Carteret County Association of Realtors

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Primary Living Area
Dining room
- Features: Combination
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Oven, Gas Cooktop, Built-In Microwave, Freezer, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- Mud Room, Solid Surface, Generator Plug, Ceiling Fan(s), Elevator, Reverse Floor Plan, Walk-in Shower, Blinds/Shades
- Flooring: Bamboo, Carpet, LVT/LVP
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,447
- Total interior livable area: 1,447 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Workshop in Garage, Garage Faces Front, Golf Cart Parking, Garage Door Opener, Lighted, Off Street, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Screened, Balcony
- Exterior features: Shutters - Board/Hurricane, Outdoor Shower, Irrigation System
- Fencing: Back Yard,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Ocean
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
- Waterfront features: Ocean Side
Lot
- Size: 0.31 Acres
- Dimensions: 35 x 70 x 152 x 75 x 153 x 45
- Features: Ocean Side
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 539307593891000
- Zoning: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1987
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public, Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Emerald Isle
- Subdivision: Oakland Hills
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
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