Emerald Isle By The Sea Homes with Shared Driveway Parking Features

Welcome to Emerald Isle By The Sea, a picturesque subdivision nestled in the heart of Emerald Isle, North Carolina. This coastal gem is situated in Carteret County, where the sun-kissed shores meet the serene beauty of the Atlantic Ocean. Known for its stunning beaches and vibrant community, Emerald Isle offers an idyllic setting for those seeking a tranquil yet engaging lifestyle.

Emerald Isle By The Sea is a charming neighborhood that perfectly balances coastal living with modern convenience. Each home in this subdivision is designed to maximize comfort and functionality, featuring shared driveway parking that fosters a sense of community among residents. This thoughtful design element not only enhances accessibility but also encourages neighbors to connect and build lasting friendships.

The homes in Emerald Isle By The Sea boast a variety of architectural styles, ensuring that there is something for everyone. Whether you are a first-time homebuyer, looking for a vacation retreat, or seeking a permanent residence, you will find a welcoming atmosphere that caters to your lifestyle needs. With easy access to pristine beaches, local shops, and delectable dining options, residents can enjoy the best of coastal living right at their doorstep.

In addition to its stunning surroundings, Emerald Isle is known for its recreational opportunities, including fishing, boating, and cycling. The community's commitment to preserving the natural beauty of the area ensures that residents can enjoy the charm of coastal living for years to come. Discover your dream home in Emerald Isle By The Sea, where every day feels like a vacation!

Newest Emerald Isle By The Sea Homes with Shared Driveway Parking Features

$1,350,000

4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths

Wake to the sound of the Atlantic and step from your own oceanfront retreat directly toward the sand at Australian Gold East, a beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath residence where panoramic ocean views, generous outdoor living spaces and thoughtful improvements come together in one exceptional Emerald Isle setting. Designed across multiple levels to embrace its position along the shoreline, the home offers approximately 2388 heated square feet with multiple oceanfront decks that extend the living experience outdoors. Expansive windows and sliding doors frame the Atlantic, filling the interiors with natural light and keeping the ocean beautifully present throughout the home. The main living level provides an inviting gathering space with open living and dining areas, wet bar, updated LVP flooring and a retiled fireplace with electric insert and heating unit. The kitchen has benefited from upgraded appliances within the past three years, while a retractable awning creates another comfortable place to enjoy the ocean breeze. Above, the penthouse level offers an additional sense of retreat with a remodeled bath, LVP flooring, updated décor and its own retractable awning. The sellers have made numerous improvements throughout the residence, including replacement of the majority of windows and all sliding doors, bathroom updates, newer water heaters, HVAC systems replaced within approximately four years and deck updates. A detailed seller-provided list of improvements and approximate dates is available for buyers. Outside is where Australian Gold East truly captures the coastal lifestyle. Professionally landscaped grounds feature a putting green and sprinkler system, while a private hot tub with newer enclosure offers an inviting place to unwind after a day on the beach. An outdoor shower, multiple decks and a private walkway leading toward the beach and oceanfront gazebo making days on the shoreline wonderfully effortless . With an established vacation-rental presence, Australian Gold East offers compelling versatility as a second home, personal coastal retreat or income-producing vacation property. And for buyers envisioning something even more distinctive, Australian Gold West is also available for purchase, creating the rare opportunity to acquire the entire oceanfront duplex. Own East or West individually, or bring both residences together to create an extraordinary oceanfront compound with the flexibility for personal use, vacation rentals or a combination of both. Australian Gold East is more than a place at the beach--it is an opportunity to own your place on the oceanfront in Emerald Isle.

3903 Ocean Dr E Unit East, Emerald Isle

$1,350,000

4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths

Experience the beauty of oceanfront living at Australian Gold West, a well-appointed 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath residence offering direct beach access, beautiful Atlantic views and established vacation-rental appeal in Emerald Isle. Thoughtfully arranged across multiple levels, this coastal retreat provides approximately 2415 heated square feet with multiple decks designed to make the most of its exceptional setting. The main living level offers an inviting gathering space with open living and dining areas, wet bar, fireplace with updated electric insert/heating unit and a well-equipped kitchen with appliances upgraded within approximately the past three years. The penthouse level provides additional privacy with an updated bath and newer furnishings. Numerous seller-provided improvements enhance the property, including a metal roof, replacement of the majority of windows, updated decking, newer water heaters, HVAC systems replaced within approximately three years, fresh interior and exterior paint, newer furnishings, updated bath finishes, new washer and dryer, sprinkler system and more. See the Improvements/Notable Features document for additional details and approximate dates. Step outside to enjoy multiple oceanfront decks, an outdoor shower and private walkway leading toward the beach and oceanfront gazebo--an ideal setting for morning coffee, afternoons on the sand and evenings accompanied by the sound of the Atlantic. Whether envisioned as a second home, personal coastal retreat or income-producing vacation property, Australian Gold West offers an exceptional opportunity along the Emerald Isle oceanfront. For buyers seeking an even greater investment or coastal compound, the adjoining Australian Gold East residence is also available, creating the rare opportunity to purchase the entire oceanfront duplex. Two residences, one remarkable oceanfront address, and a world of possibilities.

3903 Ocean Dr W Unit West, Emerald Isle

$2,645,000

8 Beds ⋅ 10 Baths

Discover an exceptional opportunity along the shores of Emerald Isle with Australian Gold, an impressive oceanfront duplex offered in its entirety. Comprised of Australian Gold East and West, this distinctive property combines two separately appointed, multi-level residences into one remarkably versatile coastal offering--ideal as an investment property, second-home compound, or a combination of personal retreat and income-producing vacation rental. Together, the two sides offer 8 bedrooms and 8 full plus 2 half baths, with each residence thoughtfully designed across multiple levels to maximize privacy and capture spectacular Atlantic Ocean views. Both sides feature spacious living and dining areas, well-equipped kitchens, fireplaces, wet bars, multiple bedroom suites, laundry facilities and abundant outdoor living space. The upper-level and penthouse accommodations take full advantage of the setting, while decks overlooking the ocean create an ever-changing backdrop of sunrises, sea breezes and rolling surf. The outdoor experience is equally compelling. Each side enjoys its own private walkway leading toward the beach, an oceanfront gazebo with seating and hammock, outdoor shower and direct access to the sand. Multiple decks and covered outdoor areas provide inviting spaces for relaxing after a day on the water. Australian Gold East adds a private oceanfront hot tub/spa and putting green, while the West residence offers its own collection of amenities designed for effortless beach living. Perhaps the property's greatest advantage is its flexibility. Operate East and West as two independent vacation rentals, reserve one side for personal use while generating income from the other, or make both available together to accommodate larger groups seeking the rare combination of proximity and privacy. Australian Gold has an established vacation-rental presence, and current guest reviews repeatedly highlight the home's oceanfront location, thoughtful amenities, generous space and ease of beach access. Located directly on the Atlantic in the heart of Emerald Isle, 3903 Ocean Drive presents a combination rarely available in a single offering: two oceanfront residences, direct beach access, multiple private outdoor spaces, established rental appeal and extraordinary versatility. Both residences have benefited from an extensive collection of seller improvements and enhancements designed to elevate comfort, functionality and the overall coastal living experience. Whether envisioned as an income-producing coastal investment, a multigenerational beach retreat, or a property offering the ability to enjoy one residence while renting the other, Australian Gold is an opportunity to own not simply an oceanfront home--but an entire oceanfront experience.

3903 Ocean Dr E Unit E&W, Emerald Isle

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