John Hunter

Nestled on a quiet, wooded cul-de-sac in Bald Head’s Keepers Landing community, located in Cape Fear Station, this four-bedroom, four-bath Maritime Forest sanctuary is just minutes from East Beach, the Shoals Club and the Conservancy. The spacious, shaded grill deck greets you and beckons you to linger and relax to cicada song and briny breezes. A few steps up, the covered front porch opens into a handsome foyer. Its hardwoods lead to the natural light-filled open floor plan edged by three sides of windows. The multi-chef kitchen provides plenty of prep space as well as stainless appliances, lots of storage and a wraparound breakfast bar that seats four. Nearby, the elegant, sunny dining space-with its chic chandelier-houses not only a lovely dining set, but also both a wine cooler and bar cart. Beyond, the comfortable living area features a great room and entry to the house-length back screened porch. This roomy retreat boasts both a conversation space and a full dining set so you can relish meals or snacks inside or al fresco. On the other side of this level, a quiet corner Queen bedroom, with two sides of windows, tenders two closets and a fun, eclectic hanging chair. It uses the full bath located just outside its door. Upstairs, an open loft is furnished as another cozy living area. Its daybed, with trundle, could supply more places for sleeping. Also located on this floor are two suites. Both bright corner rooms extend ample en suites with double vanities, tiled glass showers and water closets. The first, a Queen, has two closets. The second, the Primary King, proffers a deep walk-in and its own sun balcony-perfect for catching rays or a quiet treetop nap. A handy laundry room completes this level. For those wishing more privacy, above the detached garage is the home’s crofter which presents a King suite with its own full bath. Two four-passenger golf carts, one enclosed, convey. Equity BHI Full and Shoals Club memberships available for a separate purchase.