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Welcome to Oriental and Pamlico County…
the Tidewater region of North Carolina…

A superlative waterfront residence on deep Brown Creek. This estate is a work of art, constructed with the utmost care and with the finest materials by a master woodworker. The expansive 3.9 acre setting and its tended grounds are graced by the monumental home, which is elegantly compelling as you enter. You'll marvel at the soaring wood-coffered walls & ceilings of the living room, the wood-lined gourmet's kitchen/dining room, intimate bar area and the numerous ironwood porches and entertainment areas which make this residence ideal for gatherings of all sizes. The custom kitchen features marble tile counters and stainless appliances. It will be a delight to work in as you visit with family and friends either at the counter or in the incredible dining room overlooking the creek. The home's design is exquisite, as is the finish quality and execution. The public areas offer an intimate quality, with each well-proportioned space having a separate feel and function.... But the flow between each allows for a sense of spacious connectivity perfect for entertaining large groups between the kitchen, living room, family room/office, Carolina bar room and the lavish outside entertainment areas! The bedrooms offer ensuite baths, privacy and fabulous creek views! The master bedroom features a walk-out porch and a spa-like bath replete with luxurious features such as a Jacuzzi and custom shower. Access to the basement and laundry room adjoins. Two bedrooms upstairs have privacy and character with incredible views of Browns Creek. Follow the spiral staircase to the third floor's rec and exercise room. It would make a perfect retreat for parent or child alike. A huge workshop on the ground level has unlimited possibilities for the craftsman! End your day with a dip in the huge whirlpool /swim spa and watch the sun set over your deep multi-slip pier. Refined living awaits! Every aspect of this uniquely astounding property will surely impress anyone seeking genteel perfection.

$849,500 Active

2962 Brown Creek Road Merritt, North Carolina

3 Beds 4 Baths 3,215 SqFt 3.900 Acres

This fine residence is certain to impress as in every observable facet, the care in design, thoughtful execution and quality finish is obvious. Built exactingly with a mind towards creating a legacy residence of unique character, the home has an understated elegance with hints of contemporary oriental design throughout. You'll feel as if you're in a luxurious treehouse, privately tucked into the leafy bower of the surrounding woodlands. The exterior is a natural combination of insulated decorative block and fine Atlantic cedar merging the large home effortlessly into its surroundings. The first-floor entry foyer welcomes you with a cork floor and access to the guest suite and open staircase to the upstairs main living area. The expansive workshop/garage area is at the end of the service hallway and is a pleasant unexpected surprise (as is the grocery dumbwaiter!) Lots of room to park, work on projects in the 23' x 25.5' custom workshop or expand the future living area! The upstairs unfolds like a dream and is designed for a family or individual's needs. Hardwood floors abound, as do vaults, custom juniper trim work and abundant windows, suffusing the home with a warm glow which really shows off the woodwork. A central kitchen is the hub of the public areas and has quick access to the large formal dining room, living room and huge family room with built-in cabinetry. A private covered porch will invite morning coffee and evening cocktails overlooking the lovely yard - glimpses of your water access to a canal off of Whittaker Creek will entice you to walk down to the water... The master bedroom suite has a most amazing custom bathroom with large walk-in shower & cozy whirlpool. The home's third potential bedroom is connected to the master and is currently used as a massive closet/storage room, but is easily disconnected for private access. The huge walk-up attic is incomparable and this magnificent residence awaits. An architectural icon in the Village of Oriental!

$639,500 Pending

100 Skipper Circle Oriental, North Carolina

3 Beds 4 Baths 3,200 SqFt 0.770 Acres

Luxurious waterfront living in Oriental! You'll be enticed to make this DEEP-WATER Pierce Creek residence your home forever... A gorgeous location only rivalled by its thoughtful design and construction. Custom & recently remodeled to take full advantage of its unique vantage point on a headland buffered by lovely wetlands. From the threshold of the front door, you'll enter the large foyer & be immediately drawn to the brightly vaulted living room and the marsh views out towards Pierce Creek and the Neuse River in the distance! It is an airy and inspiring room with direct access to the 10' x 26' waterside deck! The floor plan downstairs flows beautifully - The kitchen is at hand with new cabinets, granite counters, tile subway backsplash and appliances! A great island can be the center of activity as you visit with family and friends in the semi-formal dining area or large sunny breakfast area (also with direct access to the deck). Two commodious bedrooms and bath are tucked away off a side hallway. The bathroom has been enhanced with a large handicapped-accessible walk-in tub. A large laundry room has a sink, cabinets & large closet, and makes a great ''mud room'' connection to the oversized 2-car attached garage.The master bedroom and suite encompasses the entire second floor, privately reached from a staircase in the foyer area... You'll be impressed by the form and function of this luxurious retreat from the cares of the world! A soaring vault invites sunlight and outstanding views from the waterfront window wall. Two walk-in closets and walk-in attic access. The grounds are naturalized & the home low-maintenance. You'll have a personal boardwalk to stroll to your personal deep water pier ( presently in process of being rebuilt), which enjoys 5.5'+- water depth, protection and quick access to the open waters of the Neuse. This fine home has had the first floor thoroughly remodeled, with new luxury vinyl flooring and more. A fine home on great water in Oriental

$639,000 Active

5630 Styron Drive Oriental, North Carolina

3 Beds 2 Baths 2,267 SqFt 0.820 Acres

Such a setting presided over by a magnificent residence which towers above the deep waters of Beards/Bairds Creek and its marshlands. You'll be immediately impressed how the home rises and welcomes you as you approach. Multiple levels of the residence are reached by stairs and an elevator, with each level providing a separate purpose & views of the outdoors! The main living area mid-level provides a fantastic gourmet kitchen, wood floors and sunny living and dining areas facing south with long views out the deep creek to the Neuse River beyond! The screened porch and deck will entice you outside to sit and enjoy the cooling river breezes as you relax after an enjoyable day fishing, sailing or simply paddling about the pristine creek. A great floorplan which circulates beautifully around the kitchen. The granite counters and island provide all the space you'll ever want and the kitchen connects to the formal dining room, huge breakfast/sitting area and living room. There is a unique 445 sq. ft. dependency (with full bath) adjoining the main house via an elevated deck/walk offering great flexible uses - think studio or private refuge for owners or guests. The third floor is the bedroom area with a master bedroom you'll never want to leave -a private balcony which is your aerie above the expansive creek views below, and the lavish master bath is luxurious. The well-proportioned guest bedrooms are down the hall as is the laundry room. The unique features of this home are evident in its design and fine execution at every turn. Abundant storage is a hallmark as is the incredible space for projects and hobbies... The ground level features a huge garage and work area, access to the tiled foyer and your own 275 sq. ft., climate controlled home office! The detached garage (36.33' x 28.25') has an oversized door, workbenches, hot water and more! The grounds/home are low maintenance & you'll love the outdoor lounge areas, water views and pier w/covered area and huge slip!

$549,500 Active

51 Parsons Road Grantsboro, North Carolina

3 Beds 3 Baths 3,115 SqFt 1.770 Acres

Oriental's renowned waterfront Pagoda House is available for purchase! A chance of a lifetime to live in this iconic and timeless residence, which presides over an impossibly-beautiful private creekside peninsula just a short bike ride to the Village! Welcomed as you drive under the huge Torii arch, you'll approach and be transported into your personal escape - a tasteful unfolding of Asian-themed architecture in a setting unlike any other. A decorative bridge, a rock garden and a unique zig-zag staircase delivers you upstairs to the front door... Each turn of the steps yields a dramatic view, softened by the interplay of thematic design, water and the hand of Nature. Entering the upper level's open floor plan is a breathtaking moment as the compelling waterfront setting becomes apparent. The new luxury plank floors guide your view across the dining and living areas, and through the glass walls to the surrounding waters beyond. You'll be drawn to step onto the elevated 8' x 86' wraparound deck! It serves many roles as an extension of the interior spaces whether as dining/cocktail/coffee/sitting/sun or utility porch. The views across Green's Creek and of your live oaks and gardens are spectacular. The upstairs living area is anchored by a central fireplace, vaulted ceiling and the newly and completely remodeled kitchen is cleverly surrounded by antique door panels reportedly from a Buddhist shrine. New cabinets & gorgeous granite counters await! Downstairs is an efficient 3-bedroom design granting each a private access to the ground level's deck & the home's surrounding tile patio. Each bedroom also has a custom Shoji door covering for privacy and diffused lighting. The master bedroom (w/ensuite bath) opens onto a large deck adjoining a multi-slip pier w/ 2 boatlifts! Separate garage & storage, too. Must see to appreciate - You are living within a personal work of art, with every aspect offering enjoyment ,function and a Zen invitation to gracious living!!

$480,000 Active

104 Ketch Court Oriental, North Carolina

3 Beds 3 Baths 1,425 SqFt 0.690 Acres

A genteel waterfront residence enjoying 2.3+ acres of tranquil privacy on beautiful Rice Creek, a tributary of the expansive Bay River. A long driveway invites you to the door of this exquisite brick home - a custom design for family living. The floor plan revolves around the huge gourmet kitchen. It has lots of Corian counterspace, cabinetry and is illuminated by a dramatic oversized skylight. Not to be outdone, the cozy living room has wood floors, built-in wood cabinets, wet bar and a large brick fireplace! This room flows seamlessly into the formal dining room (with buffet), Carolina room, kitchen and guest wing! You'll appreciate the definite but subdued Craftsman elements, best expressed in the delightful cabinetry/woodwork. The master suite is a real retreat - a large sunny space overlooking the water with dual access to the immense master bath (separate shower and effervescing bath) and private entry from the deck. The large Carolina room is a perfectly relaxing spot from which to watch the creek- it is accessed from both the kitchen/breakfast & living room. A fantastic surprise awaits above the spacious 2-car garage.... A large private suite with a micro-kitchenette and a full bath!! This room would be suitable for a variety of uses. Think media room, office, kids' play space or craft area! The property and grounds are lovely and the naturalized spaces merge with the creek frontage seamlessly. Wander from the waterside deck to the elaborate pier - It has multi-slips, a seating area and boatlift! The ideal spot to start your day's adventure on the Bay River and Pamlico Sound. They're only moments away! A large detached carport stands ready for extra vehicles or boats. This property is a private and welcoming part of a friendly Weyerhaeuser-developed neighborhood. Furniture is negotiable. The ''Good Life'' never looked so enticing!!

$470,000 Pending with Showings

814 Bell Point Lane Merritt, North Carolina

3 Beds 3 Baths 2,250 SqFt 2.390 Acres

Wow! What an amazing waterfront location for this lovely 2-bedroom residence on the banks of Greens Creek within sight of the Village of Oriental! Built with care and deference to the setting and with a unique layout to both adapt to your personal lifestyle & maximize the enviable waterfront vistas. Privately located at the end of the neighborhood's street, you'll note the formal entry stairs to the left. Friends & family, however, will want to park under the home, enter an entry hall and either walk upstairs or take a quick trip up on your elevator! Windows abound in the main living areas, offering sunshine and breezes from the creek. The living room features a chalet-style fireplace & open access to the efficient kitchen. There's also a nifty spiral staircase leading up to the huge family room/loft! One can dine informally in the kitchen or elegantly in the adjoining formal dining area. A large multi-purpose hallway connects to the expansive Carolina Room and elevated waterside deck! A master suite is conveniently at hand with wood floors and an ensuite bath. Upstairs (by steps or elevator) is another large bedroom suite, equally adept as a master retreat. It is steps away from the Family room/loft with its full bath and storage. The views from this home's prominent vantage point and pier are difficult to overstate... You'll enjoy sunset colors up Green's Creek, with glimpses possible of Oriental, the bridge and the Neuse River beyond!! A concrete pier completes the picture, having deep & protected slips and making a great spot to sit and reminisce about the great day you just spent on the water. Your quintessential ''Carolina getaway'' awaits, suitable for part or full time living... This would be an excellent rental investment as you make your Coastal retirement plans. A family-friendly atmosphere & a walkable neighborhood with a community boat ramp for your benefit. A short bike ride to downtown Oriental - you'll be impressed by this home's charm & potential

$445,000 Pending with Showings

6107 Mainsail Point Road E Oriental, North Carolina

2 Beds 4 Baths 2,450 SqFt 0.410 Acres

Unique, private waterfront home with acreage!! There is truly no way to express the uniqueness of this home in words. Over 11 acres of unrestricted waterfront acreage contained in 2 adjoining parcels. The home is nestled high in the trees and sits right on the water. You truly feel as if your living the boating life on land. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, the main living and kitchen areas are located on the upper floors . The lower floor contains unlimited bonus space for office/workspace, game room/party room or hobby spaces. The potential is unlimited with it's own entrance. Huge workshop area below the upper levels. You have your own dock, covered boatlift, and kayak dock/pad. An additional raised exterior workshop, covered gardening workspace and fenced gardening area. Central vac, safe room and more. Enter through the private drive surrounded by nature until you arrive at the home. Come see this to appreciate the potential for yourself.

$415,000 Pending with Showings

652 Swan Point Road Bayboro, North Carolina

3 Beds 4 Baths 3,053 SqFt 9.810 Acres

Your enticing waterfront getaway on deep and protected Spring Creek awaits, literally ''just around the corner'' from the ICW & the endless waters of the Pamlico Sound! Situated with utmost privacy on over 4.4 acres of deeply wooded waterfront acres, this two bedroom cottage is ready to deliver you a setting unlike any other! The moment you drive onto your long private lane, flanked by the mature avenue of trees, you'll feel the cares of the world melt away. Your arrival at the residence, elevated gracefully above the fray, is welcoming & embraced by the naturalized surroundings... Allowing an unfolding of the delightful water views, which become more apparent and compelling with each step up the entry staircase. The amazing amount of creek frontage you possess (over 640' !) allows a sense of control over all surrounding vistas and a choice of locations from which to construct your pier. The home is low-maintenance and has served perfectly for many years as a family and artist's retreat. The abundant scenery and wildlife offers endless subjects for enjoyment, photography or painting. As you enter, the dramatic ceiling vaults to over 20' to the sunny loft area. The living room has a fireplace and communicates openly with the cheerful dining area and the efficient cottage kitchen - all with great views across the wraparound porch/deck to the waters beyond! A private master bedroom occupies a quiet corner and it has the laundry closet & bath (w/ whirlpool and shower) close by. The upstairs operates as a huge suite, with full bath, large bedroom and lofted family area, which has been used for extra guests. Plenty of storage in the house and under, too. The understory has two garage doors & potential workshop area, too. The screened porch is off the dining area and would be splendid for al-fresco meals. The deck is sunny and connects to a covered seating porch. Lots of expansion room and acreage here at your private waterfront ''Shangri-La'' ! Great fishing & boating!

$349,000 Pending with Showings

575 Spring Drive Aurora, North Carolina

2 Beds 2 Baths 1,364 SqFt 4.400 Acres

Beautiful , country setting just outside of town. Over 10 acres with some rolling land , grapevines, pear and apple trees. Recently remodeled home, one additional homesite ready to go with plenty of land in between. Another possible homesite or large site for gardening or animals. So many possibilities.

$310,000 Active

468 Hare Hollow New Bern, North Carolina

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,300 SqFt 10 Acres

A lovely three-bedroom charmer near Oriental with everything you've wanted! Presiding over a sylvan corner in the desirable Sail/Loft neighborhood, the residence is placed and angled perfectly, allowing enjoyment of the grounds and the home's unique beauty. The creative use of materials (brick, faux-stucco, wood and vinyl) imparts an elegantly-distinctive appearance with a slight Tudor flair! An efficient layout welcomes you from the tiled foyer into the cozy living room (fireplace and window bank) and formal dining room. A huge country kitchen is brightened by an impressive bow-window arrangement, whose curve invites sunny morning views of the peaceful back yard. Kitchen features abound, such as new granite counters, lots of cabinetry, tile backsplash, gas center-island range and a large area which makes a splendid gathering area or alternate dining room! From the kitchen, a short hall leads to the large mudroom, 1/2 bath, laundry room, garage and the private 6' x 16' screened porch! Although the carpeted downstairs bedroom is currently the master bedroom, the expansive upstairs (w/ separate heat pump) makes for an exceptional suite. It offers a large walk-in shower in the luxury bathroom and a corridor to a large finished room over the garage... (Think game room or exercise area) with a full potential flight of stairs to the garage - the stairway is currently shut off, but might be reopened as secondary access with a minimum of fuss. This home was artfully designed with flourish and careful consideration for abundant storage and flexible use of space! The grounds are lovely with enough large trees nearby to impart a shady overstory of woods yet lots of sunshine. Concrete driveway, Andersen windows, metal roof and a short bike ride to the Village and the marinas. As unique and beautiful as the ''Good Life'' should be in Oriental and Pamlico County!

$275,000 Active

4000 Schooner Circle Oriental, North Carolina

3 Beds 3 Baths 2,170 SqFt 0.500 Acres

Welcome home to this wonderful residence and investment opportunity on over 2.1 acres with incredible outbuildings and convenient to everything! The home is located hundreds of feet back from the road and the broad seep of yard and the long driveway creates a grand approach. The original 3-bedroom manufactured home has been amazingly updated and expanded with additions. You'll be greeted by a 10'6''x 25'6'' covered patio as you enter the gourmet kitchen. You'll be impressed by the spacious layout - plenty of counterspace, stainless appliances and more! A 1/2 bath and the dining room adjoin. A large living room and Carolina room/foyer separate the guest and master wings. The two large guest rooms enjoy a shared bath with a large custom walk-in shower. Not to be outdone, the master suite offers a huge private den/media room and a luxurious master bathroom. The enormous master bedroom enjoys expansive closet space, nook and private access to the covered back porch. The porch itself is an amazing amenity... Reached via the Living room and master suite, it offers over 24'10'' x 25'5'' space for family gatherings, parties, shady afternoon naps or a private spot for your hot tub. The home and all the outbuildings have metal roofs. The primary outbuilding is enormous and offer space for all manner of pursuits - suitable for mechanic, woodworker or hobbyist. You'll have room for all your tools and toys in this composite 24'4'' x 54'9'' garage/storage building (w/ attached 11' x 54' covered carport area)!! The 1300+ sq. ft. building features a traditional garage facing forward and a surprise 2-car garage facing the rear. A small storage shed (needs TLC) is in the backyard, as well. There seems no limit to this fantastic opportunity in a great neighborhood. Let your dreams be your guide - there may be residential/commercial possibilities here. This fantastic opportunity won't stay on the market long, so take a look soon!!

$215,000 Active

818 Alligator Loop Road Merritt, North Carolina

3 Beds 3 Baths 2,088 SqFt 2.170 Acres