3891 Ridge Crest Dr DriveSouthport, NC 28461

This Barker Canady craftsman-style custom built show home offers elegant luxury living in St James, one of the best Carolina coastal communities. The stunning stacked stone and brick façade home, located in the sought after Reserve neighborhood, has recently been enhanced with a new fortified, architectural shingle roof and freshly painted shutters and doors. New carriage lights adorn the garage, stone pillars and porches. The home is accessed via a private road leading to a long Crepe Mrytle driveway to the front of the home with its large veranda overlooking a lush, park-like mature landscape perfect for sunset cocktails. Walk into a breathtaking two-story entryway with imposing chandelier and staircase opening into the main living area with spectacular pond views that are part of the signature 13th hole of the Jack Nicholas designed course. The great room boasts 12-foot coffered ceilings, rounded corners, 12 inch baseboards, lighted built-in cabinets around a grand fireplace with overhead Steuben glass tulip sconces. A Tole chandelier, and Brazilian cherry flooring accompany high-end architectural craftsmanship around the massive window wall. The gourmet kitchen features custom cabinets, granite countertops, Dacor appliances, breakfast bar, & s/s cabinet pullouts. Adjacent laundry has backyard access. The covered veranda off the primary living space overlooks the golf course and ponds, ideal for morning coffee and birdsong. The first-floor master suite has tray ceiling, crown molding and porch access. The ensuite bathroom includes jetted tub, walk-in shower, dual vanities, and a custom-built closet system. A secluded office is off the main entrance. The formal dining room with transoms, milk glass art deco chandelier and custom wainscoting plus built in wood window treatments complete the main floor. Upstairs, three spacious carpeted bedrooms with walk-in closets, crown moldings plantation shutters, and access to two full bathrooms are complemented by an eleva ted media room with surround sound and mesmerizing views. There's a versatile space for a workout, crafting room or climate control storage, with large walk-in storage areas as well as pull-down ladder for attic access. This house has everything. Views, location and is a high quality luxury build nestled in one of the most sought after neighborhoods in the Reserve.