This unique Michael Moorefield designed home embraces nature's majesty & provides the chance to truly get away from it all. Located in the very private Middle Island community, this 5BR, 4.5BA abode is hugged by live oaks & palms, spotlighting awe-inspiring Bald Head Creek & Marsh vistas. Outside offers a front porch & screened porch, 2 ground-level decks, 2 back open porches & a rooftop/2nd floor deck. Inside, the home's open floor plan & proliferation of windows take full advantage of light & nature's gorgeous tableaus. The living area is surrounded by a huge, boxed bay set of windows. It is anchored by a decorative granite-faced fireplace & offers a comfy setting. Adjacent, the dining space features a very large farm table which easily accommodates 10. The breakfast bar offers another 4 seats. Kitchen boasts stainless Jenn-Air appliances, wine cooler & plenty of granite counter space for prepping delicious snacks. The 1st floor also includes a powder room & the King suite w/ its own sitting area, private porch & ensuite w/ jetted tub. The home's 2nd level is accessible by both front & back stairs. There, you'll find a bunk room w/ 2 Twin bunks & a day bed. Beyond is a King BR w/ vaulted ceilings & covetous views. These share a nearby full BA featuring walk-in shower. Down the hall are a day bed & another vaulted BR. The latter is furnished w/ Twin beds & delivers more spectacular marsh views. Across the hall is still another full BA w/ a tub/shower. The balcony tenders an office alcove-a great spot to get a little business done, & at the end of the hall is the upstairs Queen suite. Its location affords additional privacy. This chamber provides another ensuite w/ walk-in shower, a walk-in closet, access to a private porch &, of course, amazing creekscapes. Furnished w/ exclusions, 2 golf carts convey. Shoals & BHIC Lifestyle memberships available for additional purchase.