3767 Glenmere Ln, Southport, NC, 28461

Significant price improvement offering a rare opportunity to purchase at the same price the sellers paid just over a year ago—before completing substantial enhancements throughout the property. Built by premier builder, Johnny Schiano, this exceptional coastal luxury home is located in the gated community of St. James Plantation. Thoughtfully designed and extensively upgraded with numerous high-end finishes, including a state-of-the-art home theater, and situated on an oversized corner lot with over $100,000 in mature, lush landscaping and no nearby ponds, the setting offers both privacy and curb appeal. Impeccably maintained, and truly turnkey, this residence presents outstanding value in St. James' most sought-after and prestigious Reserve neighborhood. Coastal elegance awaits the moment you enter through the 8 foot door where you are greeted with hallmark 7 inch French oak hardwood floors, a 10 foot coffered ceiling with shiplap inlay, as well as extensive wainscoting and crown molding. The custom tile fireplace with a vintage heart pine mantle and custom cabinetry beckons you to relax and unwind. The chef's kitchen features custom Hollingsworth soft close cabinets with pullouts for easy organization, white quartz countertops, and Thermador appliances. Multiple dining and entertainment options are available, including a formal dining room, island bar seating, and a cozy breakfast nook with custom banquette. A Butler's pantry with a wine fridge and a wet bar, as well as a laundry room with the extra cabinetry and a deep sink add to this home's appeal. The first floor, large primary bedroom has stunning features including a vaulted shiplap ceiling with exposed beam detail and lots of natural light. The ensuite boasts a zero entry custom tile shower, double vanity with quartz countertop and a walk in closet with fully updated custom wood closet system. The additional bedroom downstairs has a charming second fireplace with tile surround that can be used as a flex space, office, or guest quarters with its own attached luxury bathroom with a second zero entry shower. A workspace conveniently located off the kitchen has a built-in desk with a custom Maple wood desktop. The upper level has two spacious guest suites and another luxurious full bathroom with skylight. Now, slide back the pocket door and enter the jaw dropping, professionally installed, state-of-the-art home theater with stadium seating for 8 and sound deadening walls. It features a mounted 85 inch Samsung ultra-high definition LED display for gaming, as well as a Draper automatic drop down screen and a Sony 4K HDR laser projector with native 4K SXRD technology. The audio setup includes a Dolby Atmos 9.2 system that makes you feel like you're in an IMAX cinema of your own. Your theater even boasts its own concession area complete with a wet bar, a wine fridge and gorgeous coastal wave tile backsplash. Just beyond the wet bar you will find a very private flex room with spacious walk in closet, perfect for an office or craft room. Entertain on your screened back porch with sliding vinyl windows (to extend your season) before you head out into your resort-like backyard with spacious paver patio, Jasmine covered pergola with custom firepit (tied into the main house propane line) and calming stone fountain. Relax and unwind in your five person luxury salt water Envoy hot tub with sweeping back jets, a lounge and a captain's chair. After a day at the beach or relaxing in the outdoor living area, rinse off in the convenient outdoor shower with both overhead and handheld wand features. Other home features include custom window coverings, including plantation shutters, a super-efficient Daikin HVAC with programmable thermostats, a whole house Halo water filtration system, Rinnai tankless hot water heater, encapsulated crawl space and central vacuum system with equipment for each floor. From mornings on the green to evenings by the marina, enjoy the finest in luxury and leisure right at your doorstep.