Welcome to the gated waterfront community of River Island! This stunning 6 bedroom, 5 full/1 half bath home is filled with all the upgrades you are looking for. The home features an open concept living space with expansive views of the Cape Fear River from nearly every room. The recently updated kitchen offers quartz countertops, tile backsplash, custom shelving with microwave in pantry, pot filler, hood vent, stove, along with new plumbing fixtures and light fixture. The master suite is a true retreat with new hardwood flooring, amazing river views, dual vanities, soaking tub, walk in shower with dual shower heads, walk in closet with custom wood built in's that flows through to the updated laundry room for convenience. The second level has 5 bedrooms 3 full bathrooms and plenty of storage space. The top level includes a bonus room with fabulous views of the river. Head outside to the backyard to find an in ground salt water pool and spa with marble decking, fire pit, fully fenced in yard, with plenty of outdoor space to sit and watch the gorgeous sunsets over the river! Boasting a coastal lifestyle that many only dream about - River Island offers a pier, 30 foot boat slip (currently being rebuilt), and incredible live oaks throughout the neighborhood. Additional conveniences are a whole house generator, irrigation, water softener, 3 car garage (one set up as a workshop), full bathroom downstairs easily accessed from the pool, screened in porch, wood cafe shutters and freshly painted throughout. Minutes to Carolina Beach, area shops, restaurants and parks.