COZY COUNTRY COTTAGE WITH MODERN FLARE - - - This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom cottage home is one not to miss with its breathtaking country views in Merritt, NC. - - - Entering the front door, a large open living room with fireplace and alcove above are there to greet you. Continue into the kitchen and you will see modern aesthetics that flow throughout the home. The chef in the family will fall in love with the wine cooler, convection oven, air fryer, custom drying rack, glass door refrigerator, and an island that is stunning with a custom built-in butcher-block countertop that will make food prep a breeze. Flow further to the back of the home and you will find a laundry room with beautiful custom cabinetry with folding station and the washer and dryer have steam capabilities. For visiting guests, you have 2-bedrooms and a full bath with shower jet and lighted mirror ready to be used. Retreat to the spacious owner's suite and relax after a long day. From a walk-in closet to the walk-in shower with additional shower jets you will feel right at home. Outside, there is a deck that is ready for some grilling and with footers you can easily increase the size of the deck to really make it the place to entertain. There is a detached workshop that makes one stellar workspace for any projects with enough room to store your car as well. Interested in growing your garden or chicken coop? You will have ample space to do so here. Also, throughout the year be sure to enjoy the natural treats from the apple, fig, and pecan trees that grow just behind the home. - - - CALLING ALL NATURE LOVERS - - - If you enjoy the outdoors or life on the water, you will have access to both lifestyles with many creeks leading to the ICW and the town of Oriental being close by. Spend the day biking, kayaking or power-boating down the Neuse River. You do not want to miss out on this country cottage so call us now to schedule your private tour today!