909 Montauk Dr Forked River, NJ 08731

**Quintessential Waterfront Cottage**Welcome to ''Summer Salt Cottage'' which, as you will see, brings a Taste of Key West to the Jersey Shore! As featured in ''NJ Monthly Magazine'' in June of 2022, this stunning haven is truly magazine quality, from its charming backyard oasis and heated spa pool, to the open air sunporch overlooking the wide and deep lagoon in Forked River. Newly constructed in 2020, with a new 50 foot bulkhead, new deck, new electrical at the dock with dimmers, and small boat and jet-ski lift. The cozy cottage feel of the white on white color palette found throughout the house mixes with earth tone layers throughout every room in the home. The beautiful kitchen features an expanse of gleaming quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. The dining area and French doors lead to the signature open air sun porch with yellow awnings and shutters, where you can enjoy breezes while overlooking the boats go by. The living room and wood-burning fireplace provides the perfect entertainment space for gatherings with family and friends who will surely fall in love with your Summer Salt cottage. A office nook in the hallway with a stunning roll top desk leads past the show stopping first floor bathroom with a walk-in shower, custom cabinetry and shiplap walls. An art filled stairway takes you up to the second floor to the sprawling primary bedroom en-suite with additional views of the lagoon and space for a desk. Another show stopping full bedroom features shiplap walls and decorative accents. The third bedroom provides additional views of the water and marsh area. This space can be used as a guest room or office if desired. The stairway descending to the ground floor is specifically built the standard size of an elevator If ever desired in the future. This level provides 1,200 square feet of space for the two car garage and workshop. It also leads to a covered lanai overlooking the beautifully landscaped backyard and heated saltwater kidney shaped plunge pool, where you will spend endless evenings entertaining guests. Come out to see this absolutely charming extraordinary cottage and start making your own memories. This property won't last!The Barnegat Bay is a five to ten minute boat ride away.