The Tiny home you have been waiting for! The Egret is a hidden gem--a unique"get away" on Albemarle Sound. Remote, but only 5 miles from the historic town of Columbia, 1 hour to the Outer Banks beaches, a short drive to paddling trails, nature preserves, and a few hours drive from many NC and VA cities. Construction is above standard with 6" walls, steel siding and metal roof, and upgrades in the interior. The water views are spectacular from the living, kitchen and private screened porch. Private setting on 1.7 acres of common area on the sound--no noise or light pollution, only the wind, waves, and wildlife. Perfect for paddlers, bird watchers, artists, and writers. Tastefully furnished and equipped--all you do is relax. You own the footprint and the structure. Small homeowners association (4 cottages). Shared recreation deck with grill, shared shed, shared well, and a pier. Land around cottages is common and maintained by the owners association. Watch some of the best sunsets on the East Coast from the community pier. At the end of the day, grill & picnic on the recreational deck while watching the osprey, bald eagles, woodpeckers, dolphin, fish jumping. Successful vacation rental. Owner will convey website and all current advertising and help you manage the transition if you plan to continue renting.The website conveys (www.Egretonthesound.com). Attention: Seller will finance with 30% down.

Affordable Waterfront Escape-only a few hours from VA, Raleigh/Durham, Northeastern NC and one hour west of the Outer Banks of NC. It is Friday and you need to recharge. Get away to a peaceful and scenic waterfront retreat. Be there in time to watch the sunset over the Albemarle Sound. Small cottage on the Inner Banks of NC near the quaint town of Columbia. One of four cottages part of a homeowner's association. You own the house and the land under it. The HOA takes care of the 1.7 acres with 400' of "living" shoreline. This is a nature lover's dream or perfect for writers, paddlers, birders. Relax on the screened porch or the recreational deck, read and watch the wildlife. Launch your kayak here or at Alligator River Refuge. Well built cottage with 2x6 walls and 2 x 12 floor joists, metal roof, steel siding, high end ceramic tile flooring, vinyl windows, fully furnished and equipped- just bring your food and flipflops. Fantastic water views from the cottage and the porch. No noise except the water, wind, and birds. Visit waterfront Columbia for restaurants, winery, Pocosin Arts, and the many festivals. Visit: http://rtvpix.com/rst/RE-0123-QZNOQT-01

“Ospray” is the perfect sportsman’s paradise and is one of four vacation homes located on the peaceful, breathtaking shores of the Albemarle Sound. Fishing is easy and enjoyable from the pier, common areas or the front lawn of this serene retreat. Shared grilling deck and lounge area makes the perfect area for lazy afternoons and grilling your catch of the day. Shared storage space makes storing your sporting gear easy between visits and the close community ties you’ll establish will make this getaway your favorite place to be. Screened porches are one of the many enjoyable amenities available at this hideaway overlooking the sound. Enjoy a good book, take a peaceful afternoon nap, take in the sights of beautiful sunrises and moon lite water views, while appreciating the delightful surf sounds. This home is priced to sell and one of the best waterfront bargains in the east.