Enjoy the finest front porch living in the historic district of Swansboro. Once Captain Charlie's home just one block away from waterfront. You will find this spacious 2433 sq ft, 4 bedroom, 2 bath home with original hardwood floors, plank ceilings, and custom cabinets to be a great place for family gatherings and celebration. Outside your greeted with lovely gardens to relax in and a cottage that sleeps up to four guests which would make a great in-law suite, office, or art studio. Too many wonderful features to list! There is a local neighborhood ferry pickup for sunset cruises, bird watching, and more!! You will just have to come see this historic beauty listed in the friendly city by the sea where several fun festivities such as Arts by the Sea, Mullet Festival, Fourth of July Celebration, and the Christmas Flotilla take place as well as all the shopping and great food by the water you need right at your back door! Metal Roof was sealed in 2019 Recently replaced front porch Split Trane HVAC unit downstairs installed in 2019 upstairs unit was installed in 2023 Two sump pumps under home, French drain, encapsulated, dehumidifier installed, and sealed. A shade garden and several other flower beds and gardens. Recent deck built outside and an outdoor shower!