Beautiful coastal retreat ideally positioned on an oversized lot just steps from the pristine private beach in Gulls Nest, a gated North Bethany community. Designed for effortless beach living and gathering with family and friends, this 5-bedroom home is situated on a quarter acre parcel and offers endless possibilities as-is or for a new build in one of the most highly sought-after beach communities in Delaware.  The main level welcomes you with a light-filled living room featuring a dramatic two-story vaulted ceiling with skylights, a fireplace, and custom built-in cabinetry, shelving, and desk. The adjoining dining area and kitchen create an easy flow for entertaining, with crisp white cabinetry and granite countertops. From the dining area, step outside to a large screened porch and an impressive deck spanning the entire width of the home-perfect for dining, relaxing, and enjoying the coastal air. Two guest bedrooms with a shared Jack-and-Jill bathroom and a convenient powder room complete this level.  Upstairs, the primary suite is a peaceful retreat with a private balcony and an ensuite bathroom featuring dual sinks and a glass-enclosed walk-in shower. Two additional guest bedrooms share a Jack-and-Jill bathroom, providing plenty of comfortable accommodations for family and guests.  The ground level adds even more functionality with an outdoor shower, a large storage room for all your beach gear, covered parking, and ample additional driveway parking. The sprawling backyard offers wonderful possibilities, including space for a home expansion and private pool.  Situated on an oversized homesite within a gated community offering a private lifeguarded beach, and offered fully furnished, this meticulously maintained North Bethany retreat is ready to be enjoyed from day one. Whether spending summer afternoons on the beach, gathering for dinner on the screened porch, or relaxing together after a day by the water, this is a home designed for generations of coastal memories.