320 Governor Safford Lane, Emerald Isle, NC 28594

$1,365,000

Spinnakers Reach Aerial View of Clubhous

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 1,973 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 22,869 Status: Active

Current Price: $1,365,000 List Date: 7/03/2026 Last Modified: 7/17/2026

Overview

Description

Tucked inside the gated coastal enclave of Spinnaker's Reach on a private cul-de-sac, this exceptional beach cottage offers a rare private deeded beach access and soundside access delivering an elevated lifestyle and longterm value in one of the Crystal Coast's most soughtafter communities. The home has been improved with high end upgrades and hardwood flooring throughout, creating a level of quality and care that is immediately evident. This property provides remarkable privacy, framed by mature live oaks and peaceful views of the community's Turtle Bridge and protected wildlife pond sanctuary. Outdoor living takes center stage with wraparound IPE decking, a fully fenced yard, a heated saltwater POOL, and an outdoor shower creating a private coastal retreat for entertaining or quiet relaxation. Included Golf-cart makes trips to both the beach and sound effortless, enhancing enjoyment and investment appeal. Recent home addition adds tangible value, including a golf cart garage, bedroom ... (Read more) Tucked inside the gated coastal enclave of Spinnaker's Reach on a private cul-de-sac, this exceptional beach cottage offers a rare private deeded beach access and soundside access delivering an elevated lifestyle and longterm value in one of the Crystal Coast's most soughtafter communities. The home has been improved with high end upgrades and hardwood flooring throughout, creating a level of quality and care that is immediately evident. This property provides remarkable privacy, framed by mature live oaks and peaceful views of the community's Turtle Bridge and protected wildlife pond sanctuary. Outdoor living takes center stage with wraparound IPE decking, a fully fenced yard, a heated saltwater POOL, and an outdoor shower creating a private coastal retreat for entertaining or quiet relaxation. Included Golf-cart makes trips to both the beach and sound effortless, enhancing enjoyment and investment appeal. Recent home addition adds tangible value, including a golf cart garage, bedroom and bath renovations, expanded exterior storage, electric vehicle charger, all-new HVAC system, tankless water heater, water softener system, and new appliances offering modern efficiency and peace of mind. The first floor features a guest bedroom with a full bath and a groutless Onyx shower, plus a flexible guest space with a queen bed and private deck access. The kitchen showcases soapstone countertops, a GE Monogram gas range, under-cabinet lighting, island prep sink, and Grohe fixtures designed for both entertaining and everyday living. A covered porch with gas line and grilling area invites relaxed coastal evenings. Upstairs, the primary suite is a sanctuary with a Spa-like Onyx walkin shower overlooking the tranquil pond.There's a guest suite with private balcony, full bath, and generous sleeping space. Smarthome features provide secure ownership whether enjoyed as a primary residence, second home, or coastal investment. This home is a Legacy Coastal Property with enduring value

Listing Details MLS# 100586460

Contract Info

Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Construction Type: Stick Built
Delayed Marketing?: No
Marketing Start Date: 2026-07-03
Listing Price: 1365000
List Price/SqFt: 691.84
Stipulation of Sale: Standard

Location Information

Street #: 320
Street Name: Governor Safford
Street Suffix: Lane
County: Carteret
State/Province: NC
Zip Code: 28594
City Limits: Yes
Marketing City: Emerald Isle
Subdivision: Spinnakers Reach
Secondary Subdivision: N/A

Remarks and Showing

Directions to Property: Emerald Drive to Coast Guard Road, in 1.5 miles turn left into Spinnakers Reach, then left onto Governor Safford Lane. The house will be on the right at the col de sac: 320 Governor Safford Lane.
Sign on Property: Yes

Property Exterior Info

New Construction: No
Lot Acres: 0.53
Lot SqFt: 22869
Lot Dimensions: 30x155x156x142x120x42
Waterfront: No
Horses Y/N: No
Location Type: Island

Property Interior Info

SqFt - Heated (Primary): 1973
Total SqFt - Heated (Primary + Separate): 1973
# Rooms: 8
# Baths - Full: 3
# Baths - Total: 3
# Bedrooms: 3
Master Bedroom Level: Non Primary Living Area
Stories Total: 2
Fireplace Y/N: No
# Baths - Half: 0

Legal Taxes

Year Built: 2004

More Information

Fuel Tank

Above or Below Ground: Below Ground
Fuel Type: Propane
In Use: Yes
Owned or Leased: Owned
Fuel Tank: Yes

Entry Level Information

Entry Level: Yes

Current Service Providers

Electric Provider: Carteret-Craven Electric Cooperative
Fuel Vendor Provider: Mallard
Sewer Provider: Existing Septic System
Water Provider: Bogue Banks Water Corp

HOA

Association Fee 1/Year: 650
Association Name: Spinnaker's Reach HOA
Association Phone: 2523546333
HOA 1 Mgmt. Company: Spinnakers Reach HOA
HOA 1 Mgmt. Phone: 252-354-5555

Legal & Taxes

Tax Assessed Value: 443492
Total Real Estate Property Taxes: 2637.63
Deed Book: 1746
Deed Page: 179
Legal: L18 SPINNAKERS REACH P2
Broker Owner: No
PID: 537316747512000
Tax Identifier: 537316747512000
Plat Book: 1746
Plat Page: 0179
Lot #: 18
Special Assessments: Unknown
Tax Year: 2024
Zoning: Residential
HOA: Yes
Cobra Zone: No
Federal Flood Ins Avlbl: No
Elementary School: White Oak Elementary
Middle School: Broad Creek
High School: Croatan

Showing Instructions

Showing Service: Yes

Garage & Parking

Attached Garage Spaces: 0
Detached Garage Spaces: 0
Total # Garage Spaces: 0
Total Carport Spaces: 0

Parking Features

Golf Cart Garage: Yes
On Site: Yes

HOA and Neigh Amenities

Beach Access: Yes
Community Pool: Yes
Gated: Yes
Maint - Comm Areas: Yes
Maint - Grounds: Yes
Maint - Roads: Yes
Playground: Yes
Taxes: Yes
Waterfront Community: Yes

Attic

Access Only: Yes

Basement

None: Yes

Frontage Type

Pond Front: Yes

Handicap Accessible

None: Yes

View Type

Pond: Yes

Construction

Wood Frame: Yes

Exterior Features

Irrigation System: Yes
Outdoor Shower: Yes

Exterior Finish

Fiber Cement: Yes

Terms

Cash: Yes
Conventional: Yes

Fencing

Back Yard: Yes
Chain Link: Yes
Vinyl: Yes

Foundation

Crawl Space: Yes

Flooring

Tile: Yes
Wood: Yes

Patio and Porch Features

Covered: Yes
Open: Yes
Porch: Yes
Screened: Yes
Wrap Around: Yes
See Remarks: Yes

Security Features

Security System: Yes
Smoke Detector(s): Yes

Pool Features

In Ground: Yes
Private: Yes

Roof

Metal: Yes

Levels

Two: Yes

Lot Features

Cul-De-Sac: Yes

Road Type/Frontage

Private Road: Yes

Trash Collection

City Pick-UP: Yes

Cooling

Central Air: Yes

Heated SqFt

1800 - 1999: Yes

Heating

Heat Pump: Yes

Heating System Fuel Source

Electric: Yes

Water Heater

Propane: Yes
Tankless: Yes

Utilities

Water Connected: Yes

Sewer

Septic Tank: Yes

Water Source

Municipal Water: Yes

Appliances/Equip

Dishwasher: Yes
Dryer: Yes
Gas Oven: Yes
Refrigerator: Yes
Vented Exhaust Fan: Yes
Washer: Yes
Water Softener: Yes

Furnished

Furnished: Yes
Unfurnished: Yes

Interior Features

Blinds/Shades: Yes
Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
Furnished: Yes
Kitchen Island: Yes
Pantry: Yes
Solid Surface: Yes

Laundry Features

Hookup - Dryer: Yes
Hookup - Washer: Yes
Laundry Room: Yes

Dining Room Type

Combination: Yes

Rooms

Other: Yes

Property Features

Showing Instructions: Showing Service Frontage Type: Pond Front Handicap Accessible: None View Type: Pond Attic: Access Only Basement: None Construction: Wood Frame Exterior Features: Irrigation System; Outdoor Shower Exterior Finish: Fiber Cement Fencing: Back Yard; Chain Link; Vinyl Foundation: Crawl Space Fuel Tank: Fuel Tank Parking Features: Golf Cart Garage; On Site Patio and Porch Features: Covered; Open; Porch; Screened; Wrap Around; See Remarks Pool Features: In Ground; Private Roof: Metal Levels: Two Trash Collection: City Pick-UP Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac Cooling: Central Air Heating: Heat Pump Heating System Fuel Source: Electric Water Heater: Propane; Tankless Utilities: Water Connected Sewer: Septic Tank Water Source: Municipal Water Flooring: Tile; Wood Furnished: Furnished; Unfurnished Interior Features: Blinds/Shades; Ceiling Fan(s); Furnished; Kitchen Island; Pantry; Solid Surface Security Features: Security System; Smoke Detector(s) Laundry Features: Hookup - Dryer; Hookup - Washer; Laundry Room Heated SqFt: 1800 - 1999 Dining Room Type: Combination HOA and Neigh Amenities: Beach Access; Community Pool; Gated; Maint - Comm Areas; Maint - Grounds; Maint - Roads; Playground; Taxes; Waterfront Community Rooms: Other Terms: Cash; Conventional

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Listing Office: Keller Williams Crystal Coast

Last Updated: July - 17 - 2026

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