Front Porch with views of Virginia Creek

278 Batson Road

Hampstead, NC 28443

$625,000

$191 per Sq.Ft.

Active
3 beds
3 baths
2493 Sq. Ft.
Residential
Built in 1973
MLS #100522461

3 beds

3 baths

2493 Sq. Ft.

Residential

Built in 1973

MLS #100522461

Private Sanctuary Just Minutes from Topsail Island. Tucked away on 1.8 beautifully wooded acres, this one-of-a-kind Hampstead property offers peace, privacy, and water views in a serene natural setting. Surrounded by established pecan, peach, oak, magnolia, and other mature trees, this property features its own private freshwater pond and common kayak access to Virginia Creek—perfect for both relaxation and outdoor adventure. This spacious 2,493 sq.ft. home features 3 bedrooms & 3 full baths, laid out across 2 levels. On the 1st floor, you're welcomed by a formal living room and formal dining room, ideal for entertaining. The kitchen features a gas range, upgraded refrigerator, new dishwasher, under-cabinet lighting, and pantry for the home chef. Just off the kitchen is a huge utility/laundry room, large enough to house freezers, canning shelves, or additional pantry space. A few steps down leads to the sunken family room, complete with a gas fireplace and picturesque views of Virginia Creek. 2 bedrooms & 2 full baths complete the downstairs, while upstairs you'll find a large, private suite with ensuite bath. Additional highlights include a 500-gallon buried propane tank that fuels the gas stove, tankless water heater, whole-house emergency generator, & fireplace. Enjoy the 20' x 8' screened porch, perfectly positioned to take in the water views and surrounding wildlife. A detached 24' x 32' 2-story garage offers even more space, complete with a heated & cooled recreation room upstairs and generous storage below. For those needing workspace or creative space, an attached studio & workshop—both climate-controlled—provide flexible options. Also a 12' x 31' covered parking area, ideal for your RV or boat. With the rare combination of acreage, water views, functional space, and peaceful surroundings, this property offers the best of coastal living.

Interior Features

Total bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Full bathrooms

3 full bathrooms

Half bathrooms

0 half bathrooms

Kitchen appliances

Gas oven, built-in microwave, water softener, washer, refrigerator, dryer, disposal, dishwasher

Interior features

Master downstairs, walk-in closet(s), high ceilings, whole-home generator, kitchen island, ceiling fan(s), pantry

Flooring

Carpet, laminate, vinyl

Cooling

Central air, zoned

Heating

Heat pump, fireplace insert, fireplace(s), electric, forced air, zoned

Exterior Features

Lot size

1.8 acres

Lot features

Pond on lot

Water front

Yes

Water features

Deeded water access, water access comm

Fencing

None

Exterior features

Vinyl siding

Roof

Architectural shingle

HOA Information

HOA

Utilities

Water tap available

Schools

Elementary school

Surf City

Middle school

Surf City

High school

Topsail

Other Information

Tax assessed value

$237,079.00

Tax amount

$2,404.84

Tax year

2023

Zoning

R20

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278 Batson Road