This beautifully updated cottage blends modern comfort & rustic charm. No damage from Helene. Luxury vinyl flooring, new wood siding, fresh paint and staining and unique wood accents like exposed beams complement the home’s natural light-filled spaces. The kitchen boasts new Samsung stainless steel appliances, subway tile backsplash and sleek cabinets. Updated bathrooms feature solid surface countertops and a cedar-lined walk-in closet adds ample storage. An additional room easily lends itself to a third bedroom. The mudroom offers extra storage, keeping the elements outside. Relax on the back deck, listening to the soothing stream, or enjoy the community garden and pond with paddleboats and kayaks. A large outbuilding with electricity offers endless potential. Conveniently located near shopping/dining, Chimney Rock and Lake Lure, and less than a mile from Florence Nature Preserve’s trails and creeks. Newer water heater. New septic tank (Dec 2024)! This is the perfect retreat!