Rare opportunity for waterfront property in the desirable Timber Creek neighborhood! Just under an acre of park-like setting on Howe Creek with a 300 ft private pier and two gazebos. Enjoy the best of coastal living as you fish off the dock or take a boat ride out to the Intracoastal Waterway. Relax by the serene pool and hot tub area overlooking the marsh. Enjoy sunset campfires or an oyster roast under the oaks. Meet your neighbors walking dogs along the shady streets or cruising out the creek to Mason's Inlet. You can spot water birds, dolphins and otters. Gardeners will love the mature landscaping including azaleas, camelias, gardenias, jasmine and Japanese maples. Inside you'll find a cozy living room with vaulted ceilings and a gas fireplace. Past the hallway powder room is the downstairs primary with large en-suite bath and walk-in closet. There's plenty of room for gathering in the open-plan kitchen and sunroom. Upstairs are two comfortably-sized bedrooms, the third bathroom, and a large fourth bedroom/bonus room over the two car garage. Prime location near Mayfaire and Wrightsville Beach, where you can avoid the traffic on Middle Sound and have quick access to the Military Cutoff extension. Just outside the city limits with lower taxes and a reasonable HOA.