Multiple Offers, Showings end at 5 p.m. 3/16/22. One of Live Oak Parkway's most recognized homes. You will get the best of both worlds, old world charm with extensive renovations! New roof, copper gutters, new appliances, a light & bright open kitchen are just some of the improvements. Stately Tudor Revival-style home with a separate one-bedroom guest cottage in one of Wilmington's most prestigious & beautiful old neighborhoods. Convenient to Cape Fear Country Club, Novant Health and UNCW. Built in 1924 on possibly the most desirable lot (almost a half acre) in the neighborhood. The main house consists of large entertaining areas, 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths & gracious outdoor patio & porches. There is a large fireplace in the sunken living room that offers the perfect place for family & friends to gather. This heavily beamed home's interior is similar to the old homes of England with wood & tile floors throughout. A new glassed sun porch has views of the gardens and patio. Bathrooms have been renovated to retain the original character of the home. Large basement workshop (over 500 sq ft) with an adjoining bomb shelter you have to see to believe. The bomb shelter is an ideal retreat in a storm, man cave or play area for kids. It also functions as a wine cellar that will store about 100 bottles of wine. There is a 2 car garage with a lovely 1 bedroom guest cottage (not included in the square footage) above. This comfortable furnished space has been used for guests & is currently rented. It is separately metered for electric & features horizontal tongue & groove paneling that has never been painted. Adjacent vacant lot at 1305 Live Oak is also available for purchase (MLS#100316216). Schedule your tour of this very special home today.