The mouth of the Cape Fear River is a unique place to call home as historic Southport and its colorful shopping district provide residents with entertainment, dining and services in a beautiful downtown area. A popular filming location for television and movies, Southport is the perfect backdrop for fine coastal living. Southport is also home to the North Carolina July Fourth Festival and each summer becomes the center of the celebration with activities and a spectacular fireworks show.

If exclusivity is what you’re seeking, Bald Head Island is the perfect spot to call home. No cars are allowed, everyone gets around via golf carts. Cars are left on the mainland at the ferry terminal in Southport. Bald Head Island offers an abundance of wildlife and the golf is superb.

Created in 1999 when Long Beach and Yaupon Beach consolidated, nearby Oak Island offers affordable oceanfront living and includes the town of Caswell Beach. With nearly 28 miles of coastline, Oak Island has become a favorite area for new residents.