7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle

Discover the magic of soundfront living, where dreams come true. A ''Southern Malibu'' Island life awaits you, where an enchanting 3-story, 5-BR home emerges at the top of private winding drive, nestled among the palm trees & live oak trees, offering privacy & natural beauty. This extraordinary property, nestled in a magnificent private setting insures spectacular living & incomparable views in equal measures. Upon entering, casual elegance & peaceful ambiance emerge with walls of windows thru-out that open to terraces allowing light-filled interior to fuse with lush landscape & enveloping waterfront vistas. Main level is open concept with living, dining, and kitchen areas designed for exquisite comfort & impressive entertaining. The professional chef's kitchen tackles any entertaining needs with the iconic 60'' Wolf gas range (featuring 2 ovens, 6 burners, griddle, & indoor grill), 2 Sub-Zero refrigerators, walk-in pantry, separate icemaker, and huge island. Upstairs, a palatial primary suite includes floor-to-ceiling windows w/panoramic water views from your bed or private sitting room & terrace. A 2-sided glass fireplace graces the massive primary bathroom featuring a soaking tub, large walk-in shower, and custom walk-in closet/hidden room. And a wide open den overlooking Bogue Sound offers quiet space for work or afternoon siesta. Downstairs, a rec room to watch movies & play billiards, plus an incredible screened-in porch to relax & enjoy cool dips in the pool or soak in a hot tub just steps away. Concrete dock, kayak launch, 2 jet ski ports, 2 deepwater slips, a 13,000 lb lift, plus a hip-roof covered gazebo with fire-pit & conversation seating. With EZ beach access, entertaining inside & out, all with gorgeous soundfront views & Intracoastal access, ''Southern Malibu'' offers the ultimate resort lifestyle in a private soundfront estate. Name and furnishings convey with full price offer. Close to $200K rental income in 2024! Advance rental income not to conve