299 Riverside Drive SW

Welcome to your own country retreat near the coast, where peaceful living and coastal convenience come together on 1.253 beautiful acres shaded by majestic live oak trees. This spacious 3-bedroom, 3-bath home offers plenty of room to spread out, entertain, and enjoy the outdoors, all just minutes from Holden Beach.

The inviting front porch is perfect for rocking the day away while enjoying the tranquil surroundings. Inside, you'll find a bright, comfortable floor plan featuring fresh paint in the living and dining rooms, a double-sided gas fireplace, a dedicated office, and two private Ensuite bedrooms--one on each level--making it ideal for guests or multi-generational living. The upstairs primary suite offers a soaking tub, walk-in shower, and access to a bonus room that opens onto a private balcony.

Outside, the possibilities continue. A circular driveway provides easy access, while separate carports accommodate both your vehicle and RV. The fenced backyard features a screened gazebo for relaxing evenings, a workshop/storage building, and plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors. Four additional lots are included with the sale, offering added privacy, extra space, or future possibilities. A large attic with pull-down stairs provides abundant storage.

Additional highlights include a roof that's only 3 years old, a 2-year-old HVAC system, tankless water heater, gutters, Walls/ceiling in living room, dining area, stairwell and upstairs hall have been painted. Fixtures were removed by seller for painting and not put back up. Seller left up to Buyer to purchase what they like and install giving each area their own touch. The home is being sold As-Is. September 2026: New attic fan installed, replaced 2 GFI's in upstairs primary bathroom, new ceiling lights in both upstairs bathroom, new kitchen faucet, replaced rotted wood on steps, replaced rotted wood and painted in a couple places on exterior siding and facia.

For boating enthusiasts, an optional property owners association provides access to a community boat launch on the Lockwood Folly River, offering easy access to the Intracoastal Waterway and beyond.

Conveniently located just minutes from fresh local seafood in Varnamtown, grocery stores, restaurants, and everyday conveniences, you'll also be just a short drive from the sandy shores of Holden Beach, where you can spend your days swimming, shell hunting, fishing, or simply relaxing by the ocean. If you've been searching for a property that offers the charm of country living with the benefits of a coastal lifestyle, this is one you won't want to miss.

Unfurnished but negotiable. Statues and large fish will not convey. Potential Rental......AIRBNB, VRBO, Local Management Companies.