This charming, contemporary-style, 3-bedroom, 2-bath beach cottage is a rare find. It is only steps from the ocean and a public beach access, but out of a flood zone; and offers many updates, while retaining its ''beach cottage'' feel and charm. The living room is spacious and bright, with a vaulted ceiling that amplifies the openness. Two sets of new French doors open from the living area onto the large wraparound porch, where you can dine al fresco or relax after a day at the beach. The lovely dining room has a wall of built-in cabinets with glass fronts and wainscot trim detail;and the fully equipped kitchen boasts plenty of cabinets/counter space, and a large pass-through window with breakfast bar seating. Both guest bedrooms on the main level are quite spacious and share a full bath with new vanity and custom tile floor. The fabulous large master bedroom loft has room for a sitting area, a walk-in closet, and an en-suite full bath (unheard of in most beach cottages). As an added bonus, the beautiful hardwood flooring throughout has just been refinished. Extra storage is provided in a large closet under the stairs as well as a storage shed in the fenced backyard. Located in a quiet residential neighborhood (no HOA, so bring the beach toys!), this beach home is close to downtown Kure Beach restaurants, shops, the pier, and the Oceanfront Park and Boardwalk. It would make a great primary home, 2nd home or investment/rental, and is being sold fully furnished and ready to enjoy. Start building your beach memories today!