Located in the southern portion of Wilmington, in the established, gated community of The Cape, this beautiful home sits on a large open lot, high on pilings with neighbors only to the left and right. The long covered front porch is welcoming and offers a refreshing place to start your day and enjoy the sunrise. Inside you'll enter into a bright and open living space excellent for entertaining. The kitchen features plentiful storage and includes a pantry, island, stainless steel appliances and access to the large lower level garage. As you'd hope for and expect in the South, there's a covered screened porch just off the dining area, complete with a bed swing-the perfect place to wind down or read a good book while enjoying the coastal breeze and unbelievable sunsets over the Cape Fear River. Tucked away on the other side of the main floor is a powder room, a bright & spacious laundry room with utility sink and folding counter, as well as more storage, and best of all, the master suite. The master suite is a restful retreat featuring a a great walk-in closet, and en suite bathroom that has a beautiful tiled walk-in shower, separate vanities and a large tub! There's even access to the back deck if you want to enjoy some fresh air while starting or ending your day. Upstairs, there are two spacious bedrooms, as well as a large bathroom, and an awesome loft/bonus space! The bonus area is the perfect additional space one may need for an office, gym/studio, play area, &/or extra lounge space. Great to hang out and enjoy stunning one of a kind water views of the marine life & activity in the nearby ponds, marshlands and river-truly the best place to catch a sunset and see the ships roll by! The garage boasts ample space for vehicles, outdoor tools & toys, as well as a workshop! This home even includes money saving, green, energy efficient features, and no city taxes. This active community is surrounded with paths & will soon include a pool & community center!