Coastal Carolina has a variety of communities worth exploring. Some have deep historical significance and others have a "beachy" vibe. There are communities perfectly located for the avid golfer, and others that beckon boaters or those who live to fish. Our REALTORS® are thrilled when clients take time to get to know our lovely region, so we compiled a short list of our favorite bed and breakfast inns. The links make reservations easy or click on the city for local real estate listings we'd love to show you while you're falling in love with our little paradise.
Most shoppers know that Bald Head Island, NC is an excellent place to enjoy the charms of coastal living from fresh, flavorful seafood to spending a day at the beach with your toes in the sand. But did you know that Bald Head Island is also a very historic community? Local legends tell tales of intrepid explorers, dangerous pirates and the many notable residents who helped shape the community that we enjoy today. Many historic sites, homes and buildings still survive from those early days on Bald Head Island, so you'll always have something interesting to explore close to home.
Oak Island, NC is full of history, intrigue and fascinating stories that stretch back centuries to the earliest communities that called the area home. The history of Oak Island begins at the waterside and meanders through the coastal towns with plenty of stories to tell along the way. Whether you like nautical history, local legends or tales of heroism, you're sure to be delighted by the island's historic locations. Our real estate agents love exploring the communities of coastal NC. We've assembled some of the most interesting destinations around Oak Island to start your historical journey.
Bald Head Island, NC is anything but your average community thanks to its gorgeous scenery, pleasant pace of life and fascinating local history. There is no better example of that history than Old Baldy--the oldest standing lighthouse in North Carolina. The lighthouse has been maintained as a labor of love by various Bald Head Island groups and residents over the years with excellent results.
The latest addition to Old Baldy is a brand new set of ground lights which are scheduled to be inaugurated with a celebration on January 27, 2017--it's 200th birthday. Best of all, the whole community is invited to join the celebration.
If you're considering buying a home in North Carolina's Brunswick County, one of the first things you might notice are the beautiful, historic lighthouses that dot its coastline.
The Oak Island Lighthouse located in Caswell Beach is one of those lighthouses. Built in 1958 to replace the former Cape Fear Lighthouse, the Oak Island Lighthouse has marked the mouth of Cape Fear River for over 50 years. Thanks to the many volunteers and sponsors who have worked to preserve and enhance the site, it's also a great place to bring friends and family.