6815 Canal Dr, Emerald Isle, NC 28594

If an island is your happy place, then make this location yours! Sound side home with an unobstructed Intracoastal Waterway (ICW) view with spectacular sunsets featuring panoramic water views from both front decks and front bedrooms. Upstairs features an open concept living space, front, side and rear decks, two bedroom suites and has never seen flood waters. Easily entertain guests in the colorful living room while preparing meals from the kitchen complete with an island with bar seating, a full subway tile backsplash, updated appliances and beach themed cabinetry. Retreat to the master oasis featuring a dual vanity and ergonomic bathtub. In the second suite, french doors open to a finished sunroom with a private entrance to a gated wooden deck. The ground level space options of a media room, library, office, guest quarters, playroom, art studio, workshop, or overflow space during parties. The lower level comes with a built-in 7' x 8' book shelf, a large capacity window air conditioner, a spacious full-bath with garden tub/shower, vanity sink and ample vertical storage cupboards. Also includes an additional washer/dryer hookup and a walk-in closet. The downstairs kitchenette contains a stainless steel sink, built-in dishwasher and 26 Cubic foot Side-by-side Frigidaire Refrigerator/freezer. This home is equipped with a whole home water softener and filter, and an outdoor shower perfect after long days at the beach. Within the large fenced-in yard is a detached garage/workshop. Fencing has optional sections perfect for pets or boat storage. Only a short distance from uncrowded beaches, and yards away from a NC Wildlife Reserve and public boat launch. Adjacent to the boat ramp is the Jean Preston Memorial Park, playground, picnic area and public restrooms, making this home's location ideal. Emerald Isle is located in southwestern Carteret County, at the west end of Bogue Banks, a barrier island.