**GOLD FORTIFIED, NO FLOOD INSURANCE CURRENTLY REQUIRED!** Welcome to Dauphin Island, Alabama's best-kept coastal secret! Nestled in a peaceful wooded area just minutes away from the beach, nature walking trails, bird sanctuaries, Dauphin Island Sea Lab, Fort Gaines, restaurants, shopping, etc. this custom-built Hardie board beach home is designed for durability and sturdiness, featuring 14x30 pilings, a standing seam metal roof, metal-covered sheathing beneath the home, and concrete surrounding the perimeter and driveway. Situated on a 0.31-acre lot this home built in 2021 offers a total of 1,473 heated and cooled square footage with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. Upon entering the home's main floor with 1,237 square feet, you're immediately greeted by stunning ceiling beams and wood walls that both add charm and character to the living space. Throughout the home, ceramic tile flooring offers a durable, low-maintenance solution ideal for coastal living. The spacious kitchen with its beautiful finishes offers a large breakfast bar, granite countertops, and abundant storage. Adjacent to the kitchen is a dining area that offers additional seating for your guests. Just off the dining area is the home's well-sized laundry room which is spacious and provides additional storage. The primary suite is a tranquil retreat, complete with a large cedar walk-in closet and a spa-like walk-in shower featuring multiple shower heads. On the opposite side of the main level of this home, the second bedroom offers a generously sized closet and a spacious hall bathroom with ample storage. As you descend to the ground level, you'll find an additional 236 square feet of finished, heated, and cooled space, featuring a separate ductless mini-split HVAC system. Currently used as a third bedroom with a half bathroom, this versatile, flexible space provides endless possibilities. The outdoor area features under-house parking with the potential to accommodate up to 6 vehicles, depending on their size. A sprinkler system is also in place to help with easy landscape maintenance. This home presents the perfect opportunity to embrace the serene island lifestyle. Call today to make this home your "NEW BEGINNING"! Listing agent is related to the Seller. The Listing Agent does not guarantee the accuracy of lot dimensions and square footage; buyer to verify. Any updates are per Seller(s).