Property Description

This meticulously maintained waterfront gem sits on a spacious half-acre lot in the quiet, residential Cape Island neighborhood. Offering breathtaking 360-degree ocean and sound views from nearly every room, this 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom coastal retreat has been significantly upgraded in 2024-2026, making it truly turn-key and move-in ready. Whether you’re seeking a luxurious second home or a high-performing short-term rental investment, this property delivers exceptional lifestyle appeal, strong rental potential, and lasting value in a prime North Topsail Beach location.

These thoughtful updates-paired with the property’s existing luxury finishes-ensure low maintenance and immediate enjoyment or rental income.

• New in 2024: Refrigerator, clothes dryer, garbage disposal, and fully covered dock with flow-through decking

• New in 2025: Dishwasher, washing machine, tankless propane hot water heater, hurricane-rated French doors in the owner suite, hurricane-rated kitchen door and garage windows

• 2025-2026: Brand-new full bath installed
• Additional recent enhancements include a primary shower remodel, sea wall installed across the entire waterfront (2023-2024), and hurricane-rated protection throughout

Enter into an open-concept main living area with walls of windows framing incredible water views. The gourmet kitchen boasts granite countertops and a 6-burner Viking range, while the spacious living and dining areas offer ample seating (including a queen sleeper sofa), a wet bar with mini fridge, and direct deck access overlooking the private dock and ocean. A second living area opens to sound-facing decks for sunrise-to-sunset views.

Two bedrooms are on the main level (king and queen, both with deck access) sharing a full bath with oversized tub, dual vanities, and stall shower. Upstairs you’ll find an office area with water views, a queen bedroom with access to the brand-new 2025 hall bath, and the expansive ocean-facing master suite featuring a king bed, private wet bar (mini fridge, microwave, Keurig), separate bar area, large flat-screen TV, and en-suite bath with oversized tub and private deck.

Additional luxury details include:
• Travertine marble flooring throughout
• Cape Fear River reclaimed wood flooring on stairs and landings
• Transom windows, glass inset blinds, and magnetic screens
• Double see-through propane fireplace overlooking the oversized bubble tub in the primary suite
• Second gas fireplace in the family room
• Elevator (950 lbs, Weston’s Law compliant)
• Whole-house stereo system (Denon, cell-phone control, including outdoor decks)
• All Smart TVs and high-speed internet
• Two under-counter refrigerator/ice maker combos

The standout new covered dock (2024) is boat-lift ready with pilings, 110/220v power, 110v outlets, lighting, running water, a full fish-cleaning sink, separate spigot/hose/power for your boat, custom dining tables and benches, and a step-down kayaking deck. Bring or rent a shallow-draft boat or jet ski (18” draft at low tide).
Additional outdoor highlights: hot and cold outdoor shower with Trex flooring and bench, enclosed game area, gas grill on the back patio, and deep two-car garage with a game room complete with ping-pong table and darts. Ample driveway parking for four vehicles.

Enjoy private community beach access with parking, a neighborhood boat launch for smaller boats, and a community pool with pool house. High-speed internet, Smart TVs in every bedroom, keyless entry with personal codes, and the game room make this home instantly rental-ready. Low-maintenance finishes, hurricane-rated features, and the sea wall add peace of mind and long-term value in this desirable coastal market.

This rare waterfront offering combines recent, high-quality improvements with resort-style amenities and effortless rental or personal-use potential. For even more peace of mind, the sellers are offering a 1 year home warranty!

Features
: In Ground
: Heat Pump, Forced Air, Electric, Fireplace(s), Propane, Other
: Other
: Full, Partially Finished
: None
: Deck, Rear Porch, Front Porch, Side Porch, Patio, Balcony
: Garage, Garage Faces Front, Paved
: Outdoor Shower, Gas Grill, DP50 Windows
: Tile, Hardwood, See Remarks, Plank
: Entrance Foyer, Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Wet Bar, Furnished, Kitchen Island, Elevator, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-in Shower, Sound System
: Laundry Room
: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
: Bulkhead, Deeded Waterfront, Sound Side, Water Access Comm, Pier, Deeded Water Access, Salt Marsh, Boat Lift
: Garden Windows
Appliances
: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Range, Built-In Microwave, Vented Exhaust Fan, Mini Refrigerator
Address Map
US
NC
Onslow
North Topsail Beach
28460
Sailview
18
Drive
W78° 35' 39.4''
N34° 30' 8.8''
Across high rise bridge and left on New River Inlet Rd. Turn Left on Cape Lane. Turn Left on Sailview Drive. House on sound side.
CUR-8
Neighborhood
Dixon
Dixon
Onslow
Dixon
MLS Addon
REAL Broker LLC
Andrew Davis
Yes
Yes
$0
Additional Information
: Accessible Elevator Installed, Therapeutic Whirlpool
Clubhouse,See Remarks
1
3227
: Wood Frame, Fiber Cement, See Remarks, Shake Siding
1
: Slab
4.0
: Three Or More
: Landscaped, Boat Slip, Boat Dock, Navigable Water, Deeded Waterfront, Water Access Comm, Sound Side, Deeded Water Access, Pier, Salt Marsh, Bulkhead, Boat Lift
120x163
2026-04-21
3
https://listings.lighthousevisuals.com/sites/emopxzwd/unbranded
: Public
Financial
950.0
Annually
1
Listing Information
562506424
o570021470
Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Active
2026-06-08T23:11:59Z
HiveMLS
: Standard
2026-04-21T17:50:39Z

18 Sailview

18 Sailview Drive, Topsail Beach, North Carolina 28445

4 Bedrooms
4 Bathrooms
3,227 Sqft
0.45 Acre
$1,639,000
Listing ID #100568549
Basic Details
Property Type : Residential
Listing Type : For Sale
MLS ID : e97e9637f537b5f2a0d3acdd946ed204
Listing ID : 100568549
Price : $1,639,000
View : ICW,Marsh,Ocean,Sound,Water
Bedrooms : 4
Bathrooms : 4
Half Bathrooms : 1
Rooms : 8
Lot Area : 0.45 Acre
Square Footage : 3,227 Sqft
Year Built : 2006
Status : Active
Full Bathrooms : 3
Property Sub Type : Single Family Residence
Roof : Metal, Aluminum
Waterfront Yn : 1
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