Whittaker Creek waterfront home on protected deep-water in the Heart of the Village of Oriental which is known far and wide as the Sailing Capital of North Carolina! This 2,200 hsf brick charmer has a 36' X 25' protected boat dock with 6' of controlling water depth, a floating kayak/canoe/dingy launch dock and the waterfront is fully-bulkheaded with great elevation in which past hurricanes have had little effect on this high & dry property! A private backyard with a spacious raised deck features a 14' X 14' covered screened porch. This home features a sun room with bookcases that overlooks Whittaker Creek, an updated kitchen with granite countertops and breakfast area, a formal dining room with a brick gas-log fireplace, an ample living room ideal for a big family or entertaining, a walk-in pantry, a spacious laundry room and an office ideal for a work-from-home occupation. Updated bathrooms with Quartz counters, walk-in tiled shower and gorgeous vanity! Brand new Timarron wood flooring installed in the living room, kitchen, pantry & laundry rooms! This location is only a short walking distance to the grocery store, bank, post office & hardware store! No HOA or HOA dues! New 30-year Architectural shingle roof with a transferable warranty was installed in August, 2024! Get a street-legal golf cart and enjoy life to the fullest in the Village of Leisure Living! Nothin' Could Be Finer!