3160 Inland Cove Drive, Southport, NC 28461

Description

Enjoy pond and peaceful wooded views from this picturesque cottage style home located in the popular Seaside neighborhood of St. James Plantation. The back of this home faces a charming pond with a nature view beyond creating a private setting. This popular Montcrest model is coastal in flavor and has numerous custom upgrades throughout including a cottage stone entryway, elegant millwork, durable engineered hardwood flooring, built-in cabinetry, and ample storage areas. The composite cedar shake accents, board/batten shutters, and attractive stone entry way give the exterior a cottage flare. The welcoming front porch invites you into an easy living open concept floor plan. The foyer, dressed with wainscotting, leads to the formal dining room, great room, and kitchen. The tasteful kitchen includes a spacious one level island with ample seating, double oven, stylish tiled backsplash, granite countertops, a full butler's pantry, and a walk-in pantry. The formal dining room is perfect for family/friend gatherings and showcases an octagonal tray ceiling and wainscotting. For more intimate gatherings the breakfast nook is the perfect place. The great room features a gas fireplace with a custom-built mantel flanked by built-in cabinetry. Open the double slider doors with a custom shade and enjoy the private backyard, pond views, and mild Carolina weather from the spacious 16 X 13.9 ft. screened porch or patio. The downstairs master retreat features a tray ceiling, and an archway leads to its own private sitting room with built-in bookcases. The spa-like master bathroom has a double vanity, private water closet, and beautiful floor to ceiling tiled shower with a bench, rain head, and 3 niches. Downstairs living also includes a guest bedroom with an adjacent bathroom that has a bathtub/tiled shower surround and laundry room with storage space. Take the stairs up to a large family room with an additional guest bedroom sharing a full bathroom suitable for multi-generational living or in-law suite. There is also an abundance of closet space and attic storage. Additional upgrades include crown molding in all rooms, plush carpet/padding, extended porch, security system, drip irrigation extending to the plants beyond the pond, and the exterior repainted in February 2023. The convenient location is wonderful with the Seaside pool, tennis courts, and fitness center within quick walking distance. The Seaside entry/exit is less than a quarter mile away. If you are searching for a well-maintained home with plenty of extra features, you have found it in St. James Plantation!