46 Fort Holmes Trail If you are looking for a quiet, serene, and private respite from the mundane, look no further- this is your home! Hidden in the safety & beauty of the maritime forest, but just minutes from the beach. 5BR + sleeping loft/3.5 BA Maritime Forest retreat is thoughtfully landscaped to accentuate nature's beauty. The home's 2 wings are connected by a covered breezeway. Main living wing is surrounded by a spacious wrap-around screened porch providing both a large conversation space & an alfresco dining area. Inside, the vaulted, natural light-filled living space is enveloped by natural Cypress shiplap & anchored by a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace. Beyond that, a house-length Florida room offers an indoor dining area & another sitting space as well as wildlife viewing at its best. You can savor serenity here or choose to wander down the flagstone paths in the yard & adventure beyond. Back inside, the bright kitchen overlooks the living area & boasts stainless appliances, marble counters, a breakfast bar, & a dramatic stained-glass window. Appliances & countertops newly upgraded in 2023. Past that, you'll find office space, the powder room, & stairs to a BR w/ 2 Twins. Outside this BR is a sleeping loft that overlooks the living area, furnished w/ 2 Twins, & offers lots of room for playing. Back downstairs, the end of the hall reveals a very private King Primary suite w/ its own back porch & pampering ensuite BA. The separate cottage offers a great way to give friends & family their own private retreat. Includes Queen suite w/ 2nd porch of its own & a full BA & a 2-room BR w/ a Queen in the 1st room & 2 Twins in the 2nd. The latter two use the close-by hall full BA. NEW ROOF in Dec 2023. Also includes main-house dehumidifier w/ plasma scrubbers (anti-mold/mildew). A 4-seat & 6-seat cart included. BHI Equity Lifestyle membership & Shoals Club membership for separate purchase.