Beautifully updated and meticulously maintained 3br/2ba beachside pool home located steps to the pristine ''no drive'' sugar sand beach of ponce inlet! Situated on a high & dry lot directly adjacent to ponce preserve offering a beautiful private wooded setting, maintained nature trails and easy beach access!! This home features sturdy impact windows plus the added protection of hurricane shutters on sliders & front windows! A new roof in 2023 & hvac system in 2019 provide reliability and peace of mind. The stunning new paver circular driveway provides ample parking space, and combined with professional landscaping & room for boat or rv this home boasts exceptional curb appeal setting the tone for the charm that awaits inside! Enter this light & bright coastal oasis and you'll feel the effortless flow of the desirable split bedroom floorplan boasting a spacious living room and separate family room with cozy fireplace perfect for relaxing and entertaining. Decorative luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout complimented with interior features such as newer fans & fixtures, shiplap textures and tasteful earth tone colors provides a relaxed coastal ambiance. The updated fully equipped kitchen is both stylish and functional. It features exquisite granite countertops, soft close white cabinetry with pull out drawers, stainless steel appliances and ample counter space! Retire to the primary suite which has sliding doors to the pool/patio. The updated primary bathroom features a classic barn door entrance, granite countertops, updated vanity, large fully tiled shower and a make up vanity area with seating space. The second bedroom is very spacious and the third bedroom also has sliding doors to the pool/patio. The updated guest bathroom is located near the guest bedrooms and features a door to the pool/patio area for convenience. Relax on the extensive paver patio is totally screened for added comfort, and the sparkling solar heated pool is 8' deep and has been recently resurfaced. The pool has a newer pool pump as well as an electric heater added in 2021 as a booster if ever needed. See awesome sunsets over the preserve from the inviting front porch with pavers and decorative archways! The air conditioned two car garage has a pull down attic for additional storage space. There's also a spacious laundry area with sink, folding area and brand new washer & dryer. The landscaping and lawn is easy to maintain and affordable due to the well for irrigation and new sprinkler pump in 2024. The back yard is fully fenced and boasts two storage sheds plus an additional storage bin for pool equipment. The home has a water filtration sysyem installed in 2020 and is also on city water and sewer. Hear the sounds of the ocean and smell the salt air! Feel the sand between your toes and enjoy florida coastal living at its finest!!