This luxury custom Barker and Canady designed split floor plan home is nestled in the Regency Lakes section of St. James Plantation. This single floor home boasts beautiful hardwood floors and custom architectural finishes throughout and is loaded with convenience systems for carefree living including central vac, surround sound, and security. Entertain in the stylish formal dining room featuring tray ceilings and wainscoting accents. The large kitchen with gleaming granite counters, island, built-in wine refrigerator, gas range, wall oven, and custom designed pantry is a chef’s delight. Enjoy inviting woodland views, a warming fireplace, coffered ceilings, and lovely built-ins in the spacious Great Room. A bright and airy Carolina Room and breakfast area opens onto a 3-season screened porch featuring ceiling fan and stamped concrete flooring to savor the private nature reserve views and fenced rear yard. The spacious master suite boasts custom ceiling & molding details and ensuite bath with double granite topped vanity, jetted tub, walk-in shower and large walk in closet. Enjoy a fully fitted laundry room complete with sink and cabinets. St James residents enjoy a wide range of world-class resort amenities including 81 holes of golf, tennis, pickle ball, and exclusive private beach club access. Other amazing amenities include 4 clubhouses, restaurant, fitness centers, indoor and outdoor pools, kayak launch, 36+ miles of walking and bike trails, community gardens, amphitheater, dog parks, ponds, a chapel and a library. Launch or store your boat at the full-service ICW front St James Marina complete with marketplace, restaurant, and tiki bar. Located in the historic and picturesque seaside town of Southport, St James is just minutes from the beautiful beaches of Oak and Bald Head Islands and with easy access to both bustling historic downtown Wilmington, NC and the exciting dining, shopping, and entertainment of Myrtle Beach, SC. St James Club Membership is ACTIVE