Enjoy the best of both shores at this Topsail Beach retreat on Empie Avenue, offering beautiful water views and a location between the ocean and sound, just four blocks from downtown Topsail. With public beach access at one end of the street and public soundside access at the other, start your morning kayaking the Intracoastal Waterway and spend the afternoon relaxing on the sand. Whether you’re searching for a beach getaway, a full-time residence, or an investment opportunity, this 1,550 sq ft townhome offers 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and inviting spaces for island living. A reverse floor plan maximizes the views, placing the main living spaces on the top floor. Vaulted ceilings and abundant natural light create an airy atmosphere, while the open layout connects the kitchen, dining area, and living room. Step onto the deck for sweeping sound views, ocean glimpses, and coastal breezes. Renovated in 2020, the kitchen features craftsman-style cabinetry with soft-close doors and drawers, a tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances, including a 5-burner electric range with double convection ovens. A large island offers additional prep space and a built-in beverage fridge, while a built-in desk adds convenience. A half bath serves the upper level. All three bedrooms are on the main level. The primary suite features an en suite bath with a spacious walk-in shower and rain shower head, plus a private screened porch overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway. A second bedroom offers direct access to a shared full bath. Features include an exterior cargo lift installed in 2018, storm shutters on the upper and lower sliding doors, a whole-house water softener, and under-sink water filtration. An outdoor shower makes beach cleanup easy, and the covered ground-level carport provides sheltered parking. Updates include a roof replaced in 2018, windows replaced in 2019, and a water heater replaced in 2022. Furnishings are negotiable. Call today to make this beach home yours!