$1,750,000

Expansive Neuse River views take center stage in this stunning waterfront home in the Neuse Harbour community of New Bern. Every detail was purposefully considered in this custom-designed home and built to embrace its remarkable setting. The home is filled with natural light by an impressive wall of windows on the main living floor, framing the home's wide river views. Life on the Neuse River provides a beautiful backdrop to everyday living. You have a front row seat for spectacular sunrises and colorful sunsets to moonrises over the water, passing boats and dolphins, eagles flying overhead and blue herons standing on the shoreline. There is always beauty to behold. Built by award-winning premier custom builder McClay Custom Homes using the Superior Structure System, the home offers a thoughtfully designed layout across three levels. The main living level features a spacious primary suite complete with a freestanding soaking tub, custom oversized shower, and a generous walk-in closet. An adjoining dressing room offers additional flexibility as an office, exercise room, or creative space. Open living and dining areas flow into a large eat-in kitchen and sunroom, while a full-length balcony across the rear creates an exceptional outdoor living space overlooking the river. Take the stairs or the elevator to the lower level which includes three bedrooms with their own direct access to the lower level outdoor patio. There is also a family room, 2 full bathrooms, a library or music room, along with two walk-in storage rooms. On the third level, there is a bedroom with a private bath which provides a separate retreat for guests, along with additional walk-in storage. Outside, the mature landscape complements the natural riverfront setting. An elevated hog-slat boardwalk leads toward the sandy shoreline, while multiple outdoor living areas offer different places to relax, entertain, and simply enjoy the wide-open water views. With over 5,000 square feet of living space set on an acre of waterfront land, this five-bedroom, seven-bath custom retreat offers exceptional space both indoors and out. Thoughtful design, abundant storage, and impeccable craftsmanship are complemented by an extraordinary connection to the water. Here, the Neuse River isn't simply the view, it is an unparalleled way of living.