Enjoy views of the ICW, the jetport, and AMAZING SUNSETS from your west facing balcony! This well maintained TOP FLOOR unit is in the beautiful waterfront community of The Preserve. In addition to the 2 bedrooms, there's a FLEX ROOM that can be used as an office, a third bedroom, or a sitting room. You can make it into whatever you need it to be! The calm, coastal colors in this home will instantly relax you. From the primary bedroom, walk outside onto the balcony to take in the salty air and beautiful views. The large primary en suite boasts a dual vanity, a shower, and separate soaking tub! The kitchen has granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and an eat-in bar. The kitchen, dining room and spacious living room look out to the balcony and beyond to the runway at the jetport. Close by you'll find your own storage room to keep your beach toys in. From the covered parking garage, you can take the stairs or elevator to this third floor home. Perfectly located between the beaches of Oak Island and the picturesque town of Southport, there's plenty of sunning, dining and shopping! And since you're in the Oak Island town limits, you can purchase the Oak Island resident town parking pass! This community also offers a salt water pool, club house, and fitness center. A new HVAC was installed in 2023 and a new roof in 2024. The owners of this unit have paid the upcoming special assessment for community improvements! The regular monthly HOA dues not only cover the abundant community amenities, building and ground maintenance, but also your water and sewer, and master insurance. This is maintenance-free, coastal living at it's best! The furnishings are negotiable to make this an easy move!