Welcome to this refined 4 BR 3 Bath brick home in the gated community of River Bluffs. This mostly one-level home features 3 BRs and 2 full baths on the 1st floor and a spacious 4th BR or bonus room with an ensuite 3rd bathroom on the 2nd floor that is also ideal as a home office or den. A discerning buyer will appreciate the fine interior that includes a gourmet kitchen boasting a sumptuous center island and breakfast bar with quartz counters, tiled backsplash and under-mount lighting. Upgraded stainless steel appliances include a wi-fi connected Samsung refrigerator with an in-door screen, a dishwasher, microwave, a gas range/oven and cabinets with pull-out drawers. The kitchen is open to the dining room boasting a tray ceiling and garden views. An open and inviting living room features a coffered ceiling, a gas-log fireplace flanked by elegant bookshelves and cabinets. Sliding doors from the living room lead to the cozy 3-season sunroom (unheated) overlooking the rear yard. The primary suite is a tranquil retreat with a beautiful tray ceiling, a sitting area and dual closets. An ensuite primary bathroom features an extended vanity area with dual sinks and quartz counters, a linen closet and a walk-in, tiled shower. Unwind outside on the expansive covered front porch or dine al fresco on the paved rear patio with garden and nature views. Other features include a laundry room and an attached 2-car garage with a climate-controlled storage room. Enjoy a carefree lifestyle as the HOA dues cover lawn maintenance, exterior maintenance on the home and insurance. River Bluffs, located on the Cape Fear River, is an exceptional community that offers a water-oriented and active lifestyle with a community marina, boat slips, a boat/kayak launch, a half mile riverwalk, a riverfront pavilion and riverfront parks. The seller has a 25 ft boat slip for sale in the community marina at an additional cost of $25,000 if desired. Other amenities include acommunity pool, tennis, pickleball and basketball courts, a dog park, a fitness center, mail station, a community garden, numerous parks and trails, boat and RV storage and Riverside Kitchen & Bar - a full-service restaurant with indoor and outdoor dining. River Bluffs is ideally located just 10 minutes from all the cultural activities, shops and restaurants in Historic downtown Wilmington and close to I-40.