516 E Main St Washington, NC 27889

A rare opportunity for Historic Main St Washington living is within reach in this classic Foursquare, circa 1915. This home has been lovingly restored from bottom to top, maintaining the integrity and character of original historic features such as gleaming pine floors, tall ceilings, original oversized windows and deep moldings, while integrating modern must-haves: timeless neutral colors, carefully-selected period-appropriate light fixtures and hardware, an open, light-filled kitchen with quartz counters and high-end stainless appliances, a convenient and lovely combination mudroom/laundry with half bath, and new screened porch space. Mechanicals and systems installed 2022, including a Rinnai tankless water heater.First-floor owners suite with sitting room/study includes a gorgeous full en-suite bath offering walk-in shower and soaking tub. Upstairs features three spacious bedrooms as well as another full bath, and an airy center hall with room for a reading nook or office space overlooking Main Street. There is a glimpse of the Pamlico River from all front rooms. Expansive storage spaces throughout. Freshly-painted exterior, huge rear deck overlooking the deep backyard, and a sweet, wide Southern front porch complete the picture. A short walk to the Riverfront and Washington's Downtown Harbor District, alive with recent revitalization, offering options for casual, farm-to-table and rooftop fine dining, artisan shops, coffee and pastries, galleries, boutiques, micro-breweries, a local award-winning gin distillery, and visual and performing arts at the Historic Turnage Theatre. Don't miss this unique opportunity to own a piece of Washington's past and be a part of the buzz!