7903 Masonboro Sound Road
Wilmington, NC 28409
$8,000,000
About the property
A Rare Waterfront Estate on Masonboro Sound. Tucked beneath a breathtaking canopy of massive, centuries old North Carolina Oaks, this extraordinary 7.8 acre waterfront estate offers a level of privacy, beauty and scale rarely found along the Wilmington coast. Set directly on the Intracoastal Waterway, the property feels worlds away wile remaining connected to everything Wilmington has to offer.
Designed by acclaimed architect Michael Kersting and built by Lee Cowper in 2000, the approximately 6,800 square foot main residence was thoughtfully created to compliment it's spectacular natural surroundings. The home features five bedrooms and six bathrooms, with gracious living space designed for both intimate everyday living and effortless entertaining. Throughout the residence, views of the grounds, majestic oaks and water create an unmistakable connection between architecture and landscape.
Outside the estate becomes something truly unforgettable. Nearly eight acres of meticulously maintained grounds unfold beneath towering oaks, creating a setting that is both grand and remarkably peaceful. At the heart of the outdoor living experience is a beautiful swimming pool surrounded by the natural beauty and privacy of the estate an idyllic setting for quiet afternoons, family gatherings or elegant entertaining.
Adding tremendous versatility is a separate guest house featuring four bedrooms and two full bathrooms. Perfect for extended family, visiting guests or private accommodations, the additional residence allows the property to function as a true multigenerational estate while preserving privacy between the two homes!
And then there is the water. Positioned on the Intracoastal Waterway at Masonboro Sound, the estate captures the essence of coastal North Carolina Living.
At a glance
Listing details
- Full bathrooms
- 5
- Half bathrooms
- 1
- Heated square feet
- 6,435
- Lot acres
- 7.8
- Lot dimensions
- See Agent
- Stories
- 3
- Zoning
- R-20
- HOA
- No
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Fireplace
- Yes
Education
Schools
- Elementary school
- Masonboro Elementary
- Middle school
- Roland Grise
- High school
- Hoggard
- School district
- New Hanover
Complete report
Property features
- City
- Wilmington
- Sub-Type
- Single Family Residence
- County
- New Hanover
- Location Type
- Mainland
- Subdivision
- Masonboro Sound
- Secondary Subdivision
- N/A
- City Limits
- Yes
- Marketing City
- Wilmington
- Year Built
- 2000
- # Baths - Total
- 6
- # Bedrooms
- 5
- # Rooms
- 16
- Master Bedroom Level
- Non Primary Living Area
- Fireplaces Total
- 6
- Waterview
- Yes
- New Construction
- No
- Sign on Property
- Yes
- Handicap Accessible
- Elevator
- Attic
- Storage; Walk-In
- Basement
- Crawl Space; Finished; Interior Entry; Walk-Out Access
- Construction
- Wood Frame
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Dining Room Type
- Formal; Kitchen
- Entry Level Information
- Entry Level: 1
- Exterior Finish
- Brick Veneer
- Other Structures
- Guest House
- Foundation
- Crawl Space
- Exterior Features
- Boat Slip; Irrigation System
- Terms
- Cash; Conventional
- Trash Collection
- City Pick-UP
- Flooring
- Carpet; Hardwood; Tile
- Fencing
- None
- Interior Features
- 2nd Kitchen; Basement; Blinds/Shades; Bookcases; Built-in Features; Ceiling Fan(s); Central Vacuum; Dry Bar; Eat-in Kitchen; Elevator; Entrance Foyer; Gas Log; Generator Plug; High Ceilings; Kitchen Island; Mud Room; Pantry; Tray Ceiling(s); Walk-in Shower; Walk-In Closet(s); Wet Bar; Whole-Home Generator
- Garage & Parking
- Attached Garage Spaces: 3; Detached Garage Spaces: 0; Total # Garage Spaces: 3; Total Carport Spaces: 0
- HOA and Neigh Amenities
- Club Membership: None Selected
- Heated SqFt
- 6000 - 6499
- Heating
- Heat Pump
- Heating System Fuel Source
- See Remarks
- Laundry Features
- Laundry Room
- Lot Water Features
- Boat Dock; Boat Lift; Deeded Water Access; Deeded Water Rights; Deeded Waterfront; Navigable Water; Pier
- Patio and Porch Features
- Balcony; Covered; Deck; Front Porch; Open; Porch; Rear Porch
- Parking Features
- Garage; Paved
- Pool Features
- In Ground
- Roof
- Metal
- Road Type/Frontage
- Public (City/Cty/St)
- Showing Instructions
- 24 Hour Notice; Gate/Access Code
- Levels
- 3 Story or More
- Separate Living Spcs
- Guest House Desc: 3 bedroom
- Utilities
- Water Connected
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Construction Type
- Stick Built
- View Type
- ICW View; Marsh View; Ocean; Water
- Frontage Type
- ICW Front; Marsh Front
- Tax Assessed Value
- $3,660,900
- Deed Book
- 9911
- Deed Page
- 1125
- Plat Book
- N/A
- PID
- R07200-004-004-000
- Tax Identifier
- R07200-004-004-000
- Plat Page
- N/A
- Total Real Estate Property Taxes
- $21,544.4
- Special Assessments
- N/A
- Tax Year
- 2025
- Lot #
- N/A
- Additional Parcels Description
- See Agent
- Legal
- LOT 39 M S WILLARD
- Directions to Property
- Private Drive off Masonboro Sound Rd.