You must see this to appreciate all the details! CANAL FRONT with ALMOST 2 ACRES in a PARK-LIKE SETTING. It is almost unheard of to find this much privacy and waterfrontage all located in the highly sought-after Southern Shores community. This CUSTOM-BUILTHOME EXUDES QUALITY and is in an X-FLOOD ZONE (no flood insurance required). As soon as you pull up you know you are in for a treat. STUNNING HARDWOOD FLOORS greet you as you enter the home. The kitchen features a combination of GRANITE and SOLID SURFACECOUNTERTOPS, STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES, and SOLID WOOD CABINETRY. HIGH CEILINGS make the home feel light and airy while the WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE with stone surround adds coziness. The back of the home features WALLS OF WINDOWS AND SLIDERS FOR ENJOYING THE VIEWS. Outdoor living is key with a GRILLING DECK off the kitchen and sunroom and a SOUTHERNSTYLE COVERED PORCH spanning the width of the back of the home for enjoying the views and SALT WATER HOT TUB. The FIRST FLOOR PRIMARY BEDROOM SUITE boasts a DREAM WALK-INCLOSET and SPA-LIKE BATH with a TILE SHOWER AND JETTED SOAKING TUB. There is also a HOME OFFICE and powder room on the main floor. Upstairs you will find a second ensuite bedroom and two more generously sized guest bedrooms with a shared bath. Connected by a CHARMING BREEZWAY is a 2-car garage WITH HUGE LIVING SPACE ABOVE IT. Currently used as a home gym (mini split heating and cooling) this space would also make a great rec room. The possibilities are endless. When it's time to head outside you will feel your cares melt away as you wander through the tranquil landscaping (with 11 zone irrigation system) to head down to the water. With over 200' of bulkheaded water frontage you can DOCK YOUR BOAT IN THE BACKYARD, or launch a KAYAK, PADDLE BOARD, OR JETSKI FROM YOUR PRIVATE RAMP with EASY ACCESS TO THE CREEK and SOUND. Don't forget about the great things the Southern Shores community offers like multi-use paths, tree lined streets, and stunning beaches. For just $70 a year join the voluntary Southern Shores Civic Association and take advantage of an additional 33 private beach access, 3 marinas, a sound side park with a playground and sandy beach as well as tennis and pickleball for an additional $25 per year. For a 3-D Virtual Tour Copy and Paste the link. https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=Mq5gWJ6ef35&play=1&brand=0&mls=1&