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Posted on 09/11/2022
Home Construction and Design Trends in 2021
When you’re planning to have a custom home built this year, take advantage of the latest trends in home construction and design. These trends can help you make the most of your home by boosting its functionality and comfort level. Check out the following 2021 trends to see what you might want to include in your custom home....
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Posted on 09/04/2022
Expert Tips for Growing Geraniums
Geraniums are a staple among many gardeners for their ease of care and wide array of colors. A versatile plant, geraniums can grow in hanging baskets, containers and soil in a range of climates. If you're thinking of adding geraniums to your garden, here are some essential care tips to help: Location Geraniums can grow in almost all...
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Posted on 08/28/2022
Minis: 3 Shareable Versions of Fan-Favorite Desserts
Dessert is often a favorite part of any meal. But what if you could bring a little more fun and a lot more smiles after a family dinner or friendly get-together? Here are a few of the best miniature grab-and-go desserts for any occasion. Cake Pops Cake has been a favorite dessert for centuries. The ancient Greeks used...
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Posted on 08/21/2022
How to finance a home addition: 3 Options to consider
Expanding your home to add value and square footage can be costly, so it’s important to know how to finance a home addition. Just like with buying a home, there are many loan options available to homeowners to fund their projects. Here is a quick guide to the most common options for financing an addition to your home:...
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Posted on 08/14/2022
Creative Shoe Storage Ideas
No matter how many shoes you have, you can never have enough storage options. Storing and organizing shoes can be a hassle, but it can also be fun if you think outside the box. Here are some clever and creative ways to store your shoes. Combine Storage and Seating Whenever possible, opt for seating with built-in storage. This...
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Posted on 09/14/2022
613 Hughes Road, Hampstead, NC 28443 now has a new price of $1,400,000!
Waterfront-All Brick Stately Home with a dock on a tidal creek. 3 Bedrooms including the master on the main floor plus an over-sized (FROG) Bonus Room and two additional rooms upstairs. Volume Ceilings in the foyer and living room. Watch waterfowl and deer in your backyard. Very private as it also includes a 1.97 acre lot right behind the house across the creek. (pin: 3282-80-0095-0000) The new owner will have a natural and pristine view behind their residence. It is like having your own waterfront nature preserve in the heart of Hampstead. The add'l lot has permanent restrictions to continually stay a natural habitat. Birds often roost in...
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Posted on 09/10/2022
Another Property Sold - 135 Spicer Lake Drive, Holly Ridge, NC 28445
Yes, it's a CHANNEL MARKER HOME! Welcome home to the St. Thomas floorplan with upgrades galore in this G-O-R-G-E-O-U-S 4 Bedroom, 3 Bath residence in the Stunning Gated Waterfront Community of Summerhouse on Everett Bay! This sprawling open concept residence features tons of upgrades and is located on a tranquil lake front lot with everything you could dream of having in a home! The first floor features 10 foot ceilings throughout with an oversized living room offering cathedral ceilings featuring exposed beams, gas logs fireplace, sleek hardwood floors, Gourmet kitchen with open dining area, private office detailed with wainscoting and...
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Posted on 09/09/2022
Another Property Sold - 93 Rochester Street, Hampstead, NC 28443
Up on a high bluff affording views of the ICW while in a zone X (according to the Pender County GIS Flood Map). Online sites showing Flood Factor analysis may be inaccurate. Call agent for GIS Flood Map. Beautiful, better than new, meticulously maintained 4 bedroom, 3 bath home located in the sought-after neighborhood of The Sound at Washington Acres. Enjoy summer breezes with views of the Intracoastal Waterway from the fully fenced in backyard. The elevation of this lot and the positioning of the house makes it one of the best lots in the neighborhood. Upon entering the home you will find a large foyer area to welcome guests. There are two...
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Posted on 09/08/2022
Another Property Sold - 126 Leeward Lane, Hampstead, NC 28443
Looking for ground floor living on a large lot with mature landscaping and trees? This house has what you have been looking for - three bedrooms and two full bathrooms on the bottom level with a huge bonus room and large full bathroom upstairs. Located in Belvedere, the home of Ironclad Golf and Beer Garden which offers an 18 hole golf course, Pickleball courts, Beer Shack and more. Just minutes from Kiwanis Park and a short drive to area beaches. The living room, dining room and kitchen are one big open airey space, perfect for family gatherings! The kitchen features stainless steel appliances, solid surface countertops and a large island....
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Posted on 08/30/2022
Video Tour - 210 Red Carnation Drive, Holly Ridge, NC 28445
3 bedroom, 2 bath home just minutes from Surf City Bridge located in the coveted Neighborhoods of Holly Ridge. Living room has a vaulted ceiling adding to the open airey feel of this home. The dining area is open to the living room and the kitchen just off of the dining area giving enough separation from the living room to enjoy listening to the game without being disturbed by the banging of the pots and pans. The primary bedroom is large with a full bathroom ensuite. The two guest bedrooms are on the opposite side of the house giving plenty of privacy. The second bathroom is in between the two guest bedrooms. The backyard is fully fenced,...
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Posted on 08/30/2022
Another Property Sold - 211 Center Drive, Hampstead, NC 28443
Custom built brick home with three bedrooms and two and a half baths plus an ample bonus room located in the coveted community of Washington Acres. Deeded boat ramp access to the ICWW. This is gold during the busy summer boating season! Just think about never having the hassle of using a public boat ramp again! The concrete driveway has lots of room for parking. While not boating, relax on the back deck sipping your morning coffee and listening to the songbirds. The large private fenced-in backyard is a perfect place for children and pets to play. There is also a 12x16 shed for lawn equipment, tools or a 'She Shed'. In the afternoon, the...
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Posted on 08/30/2022
210 Red Carnation Drive, Holly Ridge, NC 28445 is now new to the market!
3 bedroom, 2 bath home just minutes from Surf City Bridge located in the coveted Neighborhoods of Holly Ridge. Living room has a vaulted ceiling adding to the open airey feel of this home. The dining area is open to the living room and the kitchen just off of the dining area giving enough separation from the living room to enjoy listening to the game without being disturbed by the banging of the pots and pans. The primary bedroom is large with a full bathroom ensuite. The two guest bedrooms are on the opposite side of the house giving plenty of privacy. The second bathroom is in between the two guest bedrooms. The backyard is fully fenced,...
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