This is a special opportunity to own a classic, affordable waterfront cottage that is in very good condition. The setting is ideal, you are situated directly on the waterway with your own private dock and there is a marsh adjacent to the home, so you will enjoy enhanced privacy and views forever! As you pull into the driveway, you will fall in love with the coastal charm. The exterior was just power washed and the cedar shake siding is in very good condition. The landscaping was recently upgraded including fresh rocks, new plants and some new sod installed. On the ground level, there is a 2 car garage, a huge walk in storage room and 1 guest bedroom and bathroom, this space is not included in the advertised sq footage, with this space included, the total square footage is close to 1,600. Upstairs on the main level is where you will find a wrap around porch and lots of windows for soaking up the panoramic views. The living room is perhaps the best room in the house and features a vaulted ceiling, a fireplace and is spacious enough to accommodate many different furniture configurations. There are two sliding glass doors that lead out onto the porch from the living room. The kitchen has white cabinets, upgraded countertops, stainless steel appliances and there is a pantry. The dining area is adjacent to the kitchen and living room. The two bedrooms on this level are located at the front of the house, the primary bedroom has a private balcony, perfect for watching sunsets each morning. The laundry room is on this level as well. The HVAC unit was recently replaced, the owners have done an amazing job of maintaining this home and you will appreciate how clean it is. There is an outdoor shower, perfect for colling off after being out on the boat all day. Holden Beach is about 7 minutes away and you can be to Shallotte in 10 minutes. Homes on the waterway with private docks under $1M are few and far between, come explore this opportunity today