Nestled in Bald Head's beautiful Maritime Forest, this 5BR/5BA retreat offers nature's serenity in a convenient location. The deep, covered rocking chair porch greets you & beckons you to linger while listening to ocean breezes dancing through the trees. Custom Heart Pine Flooring in Great Room/DR- Cathedral Vaulted Ceilings w/ ceiling fans, Large Dining area w/extra seating at a bar in the Kitchen. Generous living area runs the length of the house & includes a conversation space as well as a game table. It opens onto a roomy screened dining porch on one side &, on the other side, into the ample dining area w/ a table that easily accommodates eleven. Beyond, the sunny chef's kitchen is equipped with quartz Counters w/double sinks, stainless appliances, plenty of storage & a breakfast bar for four. Down the hall, the primary King suite provides a jumbo closet & a large, pampering ensuite bath w/ a double granite vanity & ceramic-tiled, glass shower. This floor also houses another full bath & the laundry room. Upstairs, are 3 more bedrooms. The first is a sunlit Queen suite w/ two closets & a private bath w/ a tub. The second Queen and bunk room-w/ four full-size bunk beds-each offers oversize closets & share the convenient hall bath w/ a shower/tub. For those craving additional privacy, this home furnishes a Queen suite in its crofter. This luxe nest has its own private covered porch, a full bath w/ tub & a kitchenette w/ granite counters, a microwave, sink & mini fridge. Located close to the beach, the BHI Club, the marina, shops, and restaurants, Sanctuary conveys with two golf carts. Conveying furnished. Excellent rental history. (Home = 2590sqft + Crofter 254sqft crofter = 2844 total). BHI Club Lifestyle membership is available for separate purchase.