Figure 8 Island, Wilmington NC-Only 500 residents are able to call Figure 8 Island home. A private island with security and private bridge access over the Intracoastal Waterway and 4 miles of pristine beach. This sought-after center of the island location offers a convenient short drive from the bridge, an easy walk to Figure 8 Island Yacht Club (Charter Membership included upon acceptance) for a swim in the sound front pool or drinks and dinner overlooking the marina and miles of salt marsh. Enjoy a morning stroll picking up sea shells or spend a lazy day on the beach with a dedicated walkway located across the street.9 Beach Road South features an ingenious reverse floor plan with elevator, that provides spectacular ocean and sound views from multiple covered porches. Custom built by master craftsman Wright Holman, the 4 bedroom, 5 1/2 bath design includes 4,873 sq ft of conditioned space, a 5 car garage and 3,240 sq ft of covered porches for elegant entertaining. An exotic house with a Caribbean flare, this home includes large sunny rooms with vaulted ceilings and oversized windows with transoms. With multiple sitting areas and an office, natural light and stunning natural beauty are found at every turn. The heart of the house is an incredible updated kitchen/ great room combination flanked by porches on both sides for catching morning coffee sunrises or an evening cocktail sunset. A huge center island anchors the kitchen with a magnificent slab of Carrara like Quartz, separate Subzero refrigerator and freezer as well as Subzero beverage drawers, Wolf gas range with 6 burner cooktop and dual ovens, 2 dishwashers and a wine cooler. Check out the water view from the farm sink-even the guests will fight to do the dishes! Boating is the call of the day with a private pier capable of holding a 45 ft boat with shore power and water, a 15,000 lb lift with 32 ft capacity. No wake zone, deep water and 2 outside showers. Why not have it all?