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Agent Comments
Discover a unique semi-oceanfront gem in the heart of Buxton, NC. This one-of-a-kind beach cottage, originally built in 1956, combines timeless charm with modern comforts, offering breathtaking ocean views and an eclectic artistic flair. Step into a home filled with distinctive touches. A brick wood-burning fireplace, framed by the beach backdrop and adorned with conch shells, creates a cozy focal point. Wood shutters accentuate arched ocean-facing windows, while wood ceilings and a chandelier add a touch of elegance. Rustic wood floors run throughout, enhancing the home's unique character. The just updated kitchen boasts quartz countertops, a Cle tile backsplash, and a sleek retro refrigerator. In recent years, major updates include new pilings, a new roof, updated insulation, electrical, and plumbing systems, new decks and stairs with stainless steel fasteners, an outdoor shower, washer and dryer, and an outdoor HVAC unit. Upon entering, you are greeted by a charming, airy, and eclectic interior. To the left is the newly renovated kitchen; to the right, a dining area framed by an ocean-facing arch window. The living room, at the heart of the home, is balanced by the brick wood-burning fireplace, providing a cozy and inviting atmosphere. Off the living room is a king-sized bedroom and a shared full bathroom. On the other side of the home you will find a second full bathroom, a bedroom with two twin beds, and access to a half bathroom and laundry room with a full-sized stackable washer and dryer. A newly added third sleeping space off the twin bedroom features shiplap walls and ceiling, a bright retreat with a separate entrance leading to the carport and the outdoor shower – perfect for rinsing off after a day at the beach. Enjoy the beauty and tranquility of Buxton beaches right outside your door. Visit the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse on the National Seashore, take a beach ride out to Cape Point, or spend a day on the sound at Canadian Hole. The sellers successfully rented through the peak seasons of 2022 and 2023, making this a great investment opportunity or second home. Experience the unique blend of old-world charm and modern convenience in this eclectic beach cottage. Schedule a viewing today and see why this Buxton home is truly one of a kind.
Amenities
- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator
- Range/Oven
- Stackable Washer/Dryer
Interior Features
- Cool System: Central, Heat Pump
- Heat System: Central, Electric
- Floors: Wood
- Interior: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wood Fireplace
- Furnishings Available: Yes
Exterior Features
- Parking: Off Street, Unpaved
- Roof: Asphalt/Fiber Shingle
- Pool: No
- Exterior: Shakes, Wood
- Waterfront Features: Semi-Oceanfront (2nd row)
- Sewer/Septic: Private Septic
- Foundation: Piling
- Style: Beach Box
- View Description: Ocean
- Water Access: Municipal
Additional Features
- County: Dare
- Property Type: Single Family - Detached
- Year Built: 1956
- HOA Fee Required: No - Restrictive Covenants May Apply
- HOA Fee: 0
- Is an REO: No
- Bill of Sale: Yes
- Bill of Sale Amount: 1
- Construction: Frame, Wood
- Extras: Beach Access, Covered Decks, Outside Lighting, Outside Shower
- Original Price: 619000
- Ownership: Owned More than 12 Months
- Primary Residence: No
- Taxes: 2626.07
- Tax Year: 2024
Seller's Representative: Trisha Midgett, Midgett Realty - Rodanthe
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