Highest and best offers requested by 5pm Monday 8/31. Welcome to this beautifully updated home in the desirable Ocean Acres section of Manahawkin! Custom touches, a two-car attached garage, an inviting open layout, and a backyard made for entertaining make this home truly special. The main level features one bedroom plus a bonus room or possible bedroom, updated vinyl flooring and a beautiful custom kitchen with updated quartz countertops, island, custom shelving, wall pantry, coffee bar, farmhouse inspired details, newer cooktop, dishwasher, and double wall oven. The living area is charming with a built-in decorative fireplace and custom bookshelves. built-in foyer bench renovated half bath, and refreshed laundry room add even more function and character. Upstairs you'll find additional updates including refreshed bathrooms,new vinyl flooring in the hallway and one of the bathrooms, and custom shelving in the primary closet. Step outside to your own backyard escape featuring saltwater in ground pool with a new liner, fire pit area, two storage sheds, and a chicken coop with mini pond. Recent improvements include new HVAC system, an updated front door, fresh paint throughout much of the home, and the best is yet to come; a new roof and hot water heater will be completed prior to closing! Full of custom touches and valuable updates inside and out, this Ocean Acres home is ready to welcome you!