538 Mills Road, Oriental, NC 28571
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 2
- Sqft
- 1,626
- Garage
- Yes
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Overview
Wake up to the beauty of Broad Creek, where breezes carry across the water and views stretch to Tar and Gideon Creeks. This elevated three-bedroom residence offers the perfect blend of thoughtful design, comfort, and flexibility--inviting you to relax, entertain, and make the most of coastal living.
Set high on a raised building pad above the floodplain, the home offers peace of mind, requires no flood insurance, and delivers scenic waterviews. The property spans 1.2 acres total, with an extra lot--ideal for a guest cottage. On the ground level, a paved drive leads to the oversized two-car garage with more than 1,600 square feet of enclosed space. This level also includes a heated studio area and an adjoining storage room--perfect for hobbies. A full-length covered patio extends across the back, offering a shady spot for projects or entertaining.
Upstairs, expansive porches--including a 36' x 9' screened porch--invite you to savor the views and breezes. French doors from the living room and all bedrooms provide direct porch access, creating seamless indoor-outdoor flow. A Quadra-Fire wood stove warms the living room on winter nights, hardwood floors add warmth and charm, and the kitchen shines as the home's centerpiece with abundant cabinetry, generous counters, a built-in office nook, and newer appliances--dishwasher, stove, and refrigerator all replaced within the past two years.
The primary suite is a private retreat, filled with natural light and spacious enough for a reading or music area, complete with a luxurious ensuite bath. Two additional bedrooms, a full bath, and a convenient laundry room round out the floor plan.
Recent updates include a roof replacement (2018), HVAC system (2021), and a premium Kinetico water softener with reverse osmosis.
This property combines elevated design, versatile living spaces and waterview beauty- all with the confidence of no flood insurance required.
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Basic info
- Property type
- House
- Number of bedrooms
- 3
- Number of bathrooms
- 2
- Square feet
- 1,626
- Lot size (acres)
- 1.20
- Year built
- 2005
Interior features
- Basement
- Yes, Partially finished
Exterior features
- Water view
- Yes
Garage and parking
- Garage parking spaces
- 2
Utilities
- Heating
- Heat pump, Electric, Wood stove
- Cooling
- Heat pump
- Sewer
- Septic tank
- Water
- Public
Taxes
- Tax Annual Amount (2025)
- $1,089.99
Public schools
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