Welcome to one of Ocean Isle Beach's most charming neighborhoods, Waterway Cove. This master-planned community offers sidewalks, community areas, a fitness center, a pool, & member clubhouse. This captivating coastal cottage boasts numerous upgrades. True front-porch lifestyles are captured with this home's over-sized, rocking chair & bench swing appointed entry porch. Making way into the home, take note of the glazed porcelain tile flooring that runs through-out all rooms, beds & baths. The living room offers ample space facing a gas-log fireplace, built-in bookshelves & tons of natural light from the large windows, adorned with plantation shutters. The large, open floor plan creates a delightful space for entertaining guests or family. Beadboard accent walls carried throughout the living, dining & kitchen areas add a special element that compliments the beach cottage charm. The gourmet kitchen offers granite countertops, a white porcelain farmhouse sink, stainless steel appliances, ample cabinet space, & a desk area for work. Retire for the day into the spa-like, oasis atmosphere of the master bedroom & ensuite bath with an extra exhaust fan & bluetooth capabilities to play music from your phone. An oversized walk-in closet rounds out the owner's suite. In the laundry room a step-up pedestal for the washer & dryer to make front-load laundry easier & additional shelving creates more storage for pantry items. Exiting to the rear of the home, the screened porch is a wonderful relaxation spot to catch up on a good book or just enjoy the salty, sea-breeze. Leave the front door open & pull the retractable screen on the front door to draw a cool breeze through the home. Stepping down into the courtyard there is a stamped concrete patio covered by a glorious pergola & an outdoor shower. Shielded by an oversized 2 car garage with a floored attic for storage, this area seems almost like your own little secret garden. Come take a tour of this home before it is gone!