Enjoy panoramic lake views from every room in this charming Charleston-style 3-story home, ideally located in the heart of the award-winning Riverlights community along the scenic Cape Fear River. The main level showcases a bright and open floor plan with a cozy living room featuring built-ins surrounding the wall-mount TV, dining area, gourmet kitchen with gas cooking, quartz countertops, expansive breakfast bar, and a custom butler's pantry featuring shiplap detail. A cozy home office nook off of kitchen, powder room, and screened-in porch overlooking the lake. Upstairs, the second floor features a private and serene primary suite with a private balcony offering spectacular lake and fountain views. The spa-like bath includes an expansive vanity with dual sinks, walk-in tile surround shower and a custom walk-in closet. Bedroom 2 with private bath and a conveniently located laundry closet adds ease to daily living. The third floor offers spacious bedroom 3 and a versatile bonus room/bedroom 4 with an adjoining full bath. Outdoor living is equally inviting with a covered front porch, screened porch, and balcony--all ideal for relaxing or entertaining while enjoying the beautiful water views, sunrises and sunsets. Additional highlights include a fenced yard, 2-car rear-load garage, tankless water heater and under counter reverse osmosis system. Located just steps from the scenic lakefront walking trails, this community also offers exceptional resort-style amenities...kayaking, paddleboarding, canoeing, a lakehouse, fitness center, and community pool, with a second lakehouse, swimming pool, and pickleball courts coming soon. Sidewalks and golf-cart-friendly streets. All this just minutes from Carolina and Wrightsville Beaches, historic Downtown Wilmington, shopping, dining, entertainment, top-rated schools, medical facilities, and more! Here's your chance to make your coastal dream a reality --schedule your private tour today!