200 Macgregor Dr, Beaufort, NC 28516

REALIZE YOUR DREAM of owning a GARDEN COTTAGE in an iconic COMMUNITY BY THE SEA! This cottage is found in a unique and coveted patio home community just two blocks from the famous Beaufort, NC waterfront channel known as Taylor’s Creek. Walk or take the golf car to watch ponies at Carrot Island feed in the marsh and enjoy convenient access to restaurants, breweries, shopping, seafood/farmers’ markets, island ferries, yacht docks and all the happenings downtown. Beaches are just across the bridge, a 10-min drive! This home is 1,555 sf of pure charm, all on one level! The open concept design is spacious, with 9’ ceilings vaulted to 13’ over the living area, lots of windows and plenty of storage. It offers a large primary bedroom and master bath suite with linen and walk-in closets. Two guestrooms share a full bath and small foyer; double closets in each. In the kitchen - granite countertops, bay breakfast nook, cabinets with built-in organizers and reverse osmosis drinking water system. The laundry/pantry area is easily accessed from garage entrance. Home has powder-coated, aluminum Bahama hurricane shutters professionally fitted and installed 2021. Beaufort streets are lined with proud gardeners and this home is a no exception. New deck and pergola are shaded by UV filtration canopy and custom-made solar roller shades, overlooking a courtyard of river stone, permanent planters, curved brick walkway, array of flowering perennials, Massarelli stone fountain and an edible, raised-bed garden area behind trellis. The curb front landscaping recently redone to complement the stunning well-established flowering shrubs and trees that make the home a showplace. OTHER FEATURES include: new LVP flooring, new paint throughout, 2-car garage with epoxy floor & built-in cabinets accessed by private alleyway, rare irrigation well, west window tinting, new roof 2019, NOT in flood zone, whole-house salt water treatment system, rain collection barrel, partially floored attic over garage, completely fenced side yard. Quaint, quiet neighborhood located off beaten path, completely surrounded by 6’ privacy fencing. HOA PROVIDES deeded easement to private bike/golf car path connecting to waterfront access street, FCFS boat/kayak/RV storage lot, lawn mowing/weed/feed/watering up to beds, live oak protection, street lights, and 5 well-managed storm water ponds offering great visuals. All appliances convey. OWNER WILL PROVIDE ONE YEAR HOME WARRANTY (American Home Shield – Gold Plan) with coverage for HVAC, appliances, garage door opener, electrical and plumbing. Some furnishings, brand new 13kW portable whole house generator, new double-insulated garage frig and 2021 Evolution Classic 4 Pro Golf Car w/ 10-yr lithium battery NEGOTIABLE. SHOWINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. Must provide pre-qualification letter from lender or bank. Short-term rentals of less than 90 days are not permitted by the HOA. The Oaks at Beaufort is a meticulously maintained, private community that values the peace and safety of its homeowners.