Elevated southern-exposure soundfront lot with sparkling sound views! Carlyle on the Sound is a private-feeling, truly quiet enclave tucked back amid the rolling topography of a natural maritime forest and wetlands setting. Highest point on this lot looks/feels to be on plane with the house next door which is said to sit at approx 20ft above sea level. Dare Co flood mapping indicates almost the entire parcel is in X Zone except a small portion down at the water. Lot''s approx 75ft width ensures a one-level living opportunity for your forever home! Community-owned preserve land across the street ensures abundant bird-watching, and sandy beach at water''s edge shows ample deer tracks. Watch ospreys, martins and geese out on the water. Covenant-controlled to assure the size, quality and lasting beauty and value of surrounding homes; covenants also prohibit rentals of less than 30 days. This is the canvas awaiting your own place in paradise. Unedited photos of the brilliantly-hued sunrise and sunset skies were taken from the home next door, with an almost a 180-degree panorama. Looking out at the confluence of the Albemarle and Roanoke Sounds, the views feel like forever! Narrow walking-path Community Sound Access situated between the 5th and 6th parcels to the east has natural overgrowth but is available to all owners.