Curb Side Elevation - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Front Elevation - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Rear Elevation - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Rear Elevation - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Canoe Area - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Gazebo / Boat Lift / Kayak & Jet Ski Floating Dock - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Living Room - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Open Living & Dining Areas - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Kitchen - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Shaded Hammock Area - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Kayak Area - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Soundfront Dining Room - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Kitchen - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Sog Slat Pier - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Kithen - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Gazebo - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Pier - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Upstairs Family Room - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Wind Surfer Racks - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Master Bedroom - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Master Bath - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
MBR Soundfront Deck - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Gazebo /. Boat Lift - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Extended Outside Dining - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Floating Dock - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Screen Porch - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Floating Jet-Ski / Kayak Dock - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
1st Level Rec Room - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
2nd Bedroom - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Hog Slat Pier / Floating Dock - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Grilling Area - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
3rd Bedroom - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
4th Bedroom - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
5th Bedroom - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Intracoastal Waterway Views - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
In-Ground Pool - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Pool / Hot Tub - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Floating Kayak & Jet Skit dock/Launch - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Family Room - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Pool - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Hot Tub - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Intracoastal Waterway Views - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Hot Tub - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Enclosed Outdoor Shower - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Kayaks - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Screen Porch - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Easy Access to Pristine Wide Beach Nearby - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Views from Covered Deck - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Screen Porch - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Screen Porch - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Dining Room - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Commercial Kitchen - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Screen Porch - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Island Kitchen - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Extended Living Area - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Extended Living Area - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Steps to Covered Deck - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Living Room - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Extended Covered Dining - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Bar / Wine Cellar - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Wet Bar / Beverage Cooler - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Covered Sound Side Deck - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Rec Room - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Covered Deck / Outside Dining - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Family Room - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Family Room - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Master BR Suite - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Dining Room - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Master BR Suite - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Master BR Suite - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Master BR Suite - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Master BR Suite - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Island Kitchen - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
MBR Soundfront Deck - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Sub-Zero Refrigerator / Wet Bar Sink - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
MBR Soundfront Deck - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Extended Living Area - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Master Bath - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Living Room - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Master Bath - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Master Bath - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Living Room - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Master Bath - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Master Bath - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
2nd Bedroom - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
5th Bedroom - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Spectacular Waterfront Vistas - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Rec Room - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Floor Plan - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Rec Room - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Open Stair Way - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Family Room - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Family Room - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Family Room - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Family Room - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Master BR Suite - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Master BR Suite - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Master BR Suite - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
MBR Deck Sound View - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
MBR Pool View - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
MBR Pool/Pier/Sound Views - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
MBR Sound & Pier Views - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
2nd Bedroom - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
3rd Bedroom - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
4th Bedroom - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
4th Bedroom - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
5th Bedroom - 7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
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$3,985,000

7012 Sound Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Listed by Donald A Whiteside · Emerald Isle Realty
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
4.5
Living area
4,637 sqft
Year built
2000

About this home

Southern Malibu: Your Private Coastal Compound on Bogue Sound in Carteret County - An Irreplaceable Waterfront Retreat. Whether enjoyed as a private multi-generational coastal estate or leveraged for its proven turnkey revenue ($200K annual gross rental performance), this three-story architectural waterfront home that emerges up a winding drive of ancient live oaks and coastal palms sit on the protected waters of Bogue Sound. is designed for refined coastal living and seamless entertaining. Imagine Relaxing to the Gentle Rhythm of the Intracoastal Waterway. You walk out onto your private balcony, coffee in hand, watching the morning sun paints the sky and spot a dolphin gliding by silently in front of your dock. This isn't just a home; it is a world-class maritime resort designed for those who have reached the top and refuse to compromise. The Art of Effortless Living Step through the glass walls of the main floor, where the horizon becomes your living room and dining room wallpaper. This estate was engineered for the host who commands a room: while you sear fresh caught shrimp and scallops for an appetizer on the 60'' professional Wolf range, your guests marvel at the view and enjoy a bottle of vintage wine from your wine cellar before you head down to the dock for a sunset cruise. A Sanctuary Above the World The top floor is your private penthouse retreat. It is a quiet fortress of solitude featuring a dual-sided fireplace, a spa-grade shower, and a private sitting room where you can close the world out. With four additional en-suite guest retreats, your family and friends have five-star privacy--ensuring they'll want to visit, but never overstay their welcome. Your Private Soundfront Playground Why wait for the weekend? With a heavy-duty concrete dock, a 13,000 lb lift, and dual deepwater slips, your boating adventure is ready when you are. Spend your afternoons playing in the sound on your jet skis, kayaks and paddle-boards, or go deep sea fishing in the Atlantic Ocean or even restaurant hopping in nearby Swansboro, Morehead City or Beaufort. Imagine your days swimming in your saltwater pool; your evenings by the fire pit in your overwater gazebo, and your nights soaking in the hot tub under a canopy of ancient, starlit live oaks. Everything Included. Just Bring Your Suitcase. Southern Malibu is offered fully turnkey. From the custom golf carts waiting in the drive to the beach cruisers and water-sports gear pre-staged for the coast, every detail has been curated for you. Private, confidential showing available to qualified buyers only.

Highlights

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Property details

MLS
Hive MLS
MLS #
100594157
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
Piney Point
Status
Active
Days on market
75
On market date
August 5, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
4.5
Garage spaces
1
Parking spaces
1
Lot size
0.6 acres
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.

Elementary
White Oak Elementary
2.84 mi away · Grades -1-5
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
4.0
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: B (2025)
Enrollment
746
Student:teacher ratio
14.3:1
District
Carteret County Public Schools
Middle
Broad Creek Middle
6.85 mi away · Grades 6-8
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.7
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: B (2025)
Enrollment
701
Student:teacher ratio
15.9:1
District
Carteret County Public Schools
High
Croatan High
4.61 mi away · Grades 9-12
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
4.4
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: A (2025)
Enrollment
910
Student:teacher ratio
15.4:1
District
Carteret County Public Schools

Walkability

Blended score for Emerald Isle's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

58
Somewhat walkable
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
10.0 / 20 -- Below average walkable
Google Places amenity density
70 / 100
Restaurants & cafes20
Grocery stores5
Parks2
Schools0
Transit stops0
Pharmacies2

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in Emerald Isle, from live MLS data.

On the market 75 days -- 65 fewer days than Emerald Isle's current average of 140 days.
For reference, the median list price across 155 active listings in Emerald Isle right now is $800,000.

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Est. monthly payment
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$797,000 down
$3,188,000 loan
Principal & interest$20,677
Property tax (est.)$3,321
Home insurance (est.)$150

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