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Positioned within the coveted waterfront enclave of Masonboro Harbour, this exceptional Intracoastal Waterway residence offers a rare combination of premier waterfront positioning, a protected 32-foot deeded boatslip, and a distinguished history rarely found in today's market. Originally retained by the community's developer as their personal residence, the property occupies one of the neighborhood's most desirable homesites- carefully selected for its commanding water views, privacy, and direct connection to the boating lifestyle that defines coastal Wilmington. Designed as a true waterfront retreat, the home was thoughtfully crafted to maximize its extraordinary setting. Expansive walls of glass, five waterfront decks, and multiple indoor and outdoor gathering spaces frame sweeping Intracoastal vistas from nearly every room. Whether enjoying sunrise over the water, watching passing boats, or entertaining against a backdrop of ever-changing coastal scenery, the home offers an exceptional connection to its surroundings. Spanning five bedrooms and six-and-a-half baths, the residence comfortably accommodates family and guests alike. Each bedroom features an ensuite bath, including four private guest suites on the upper level- two of which enjoy direct waterfront exposure. The main-level primary suite serves as a luxurious private retreat, complete with a fireplace, waterfront porch, and serene views across the waterway. Recent renovations have elevated the home's timeless design, including a beautifully reimagined chef's kitchen, elegantly updated bathrooms, new decking and railings, and a hurricane-rated roof. Constructed with remarkable quality and craftsmanship, the residence offers a sense of solidity and privacy rarely experienced, creating a peaceful environment despite its generous scale. Additional features include a waterfront game room, dual garages, and a plumbed attic offering future expansion opportunities. Combining premier boating access, exceptional construction, and one of Masonboro Harbour's most significant waterfront settings, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a legacy property in one of Wilmington's most sought-after coastal communities.

For more than 150 years, The Cape Fear House has stood watch over the waters where the river meets the sea. At the confluence of the Cape Fear River, Atlantic Ocean, and Intracoastal Waterway, The Cape Fear House is a special opportunity to own a piece of history in one of North Carolina's most picturesque waterfront towns. Built in 1868 by Thomas Mann Thompson Jr.--a successful river pilot and Civil War blockade runner--this stately residence embodies Southport's maritime legacy. From its double front porches to its original heart pine floors, every detail tells a story. The home is the only residence in Southport to feature both a widow's walk and a cupola, offering unmatched vantage points over the Cape Fear River, Fort Caswell, and Bald Head Island. With five airy bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths, the layout is flexible for family living or hosting guests. *Spanning three parcels and deeded to the waterline with direct beachfront access, the property provides potential for simple living or a compound-style retreat. Lovingly cared for by the same family since 1972 and thoughtfully updated in 2015, the home retains its historic charm while embracing today's lifestyle. Its cinematic backdrop has been sought after for many film and television productions. The true opportunity at 216 W. Bay Street lies beyond its bricks and beams. Ownership here is more than acquiring a residence--it is becoming the next steward of one of Southport's most storied waterfront landmarks. The Cape Fear House is more than a home--it's a story waiting to continue. Contact us today to schedule your private showing of this Southport icon.

Coastal charm on one of the island's most iconic corners. At the meeting of Keelson Row and Transom Row, this Nantucket-style retreat offers front row views of the marina, sweeping saltwater marshes, and the daily rhythm of Bald Head Island. With 4 bedrooms and 4.5 baths total, the main home spans just over 2,300 square feet and is designed for laid-back island living, while the separate crofter suite offers an additional 228 sq ft, perfect for guests or an inspirational artist studio! The reverse floor plan makes the most of its elevated views. Upstairs, the vaulted living room opens to a screened porch where you can watch boats drift by and spot the beacon of Old Baldy. A renovated kitchen blends coastal character with modern function, creating a warm and welcoming flow throughout. On the main level, you will find two guest suites. One of which opens directly to a covered porch with a swinging bed that catches the breeze and invites long, lazy afternoons. Just outside, the wraparound front porch is lined with rocking chairs and offers a perfect perch to watch the island go by. A cozy fire pit patio just off the side adds one more spot to unwind. The top-floor primary suite is a true retreat with sweeping marsh views, a cozy reading nook, and a spacious walk-in shower. The crofter, accessed by a spiral staircase, offers two twin beds and a full bath for guests or flexible living space. Sold furnished and including two 4-passenger golf carts, this home offers a front porch lifestyle made for slow mornings, sunset views, and timeless island memories.

Experience the ease of island living through fractional ownership at the Marsh Harbour Inn on Bald Head Island! This penthouse suite captures breathtaking water views in every direction. From your private balcony, take in sweeping vistas of the marsh, marina, river, and Atlantic Ocean--a truly remarkable perspective that makes every stay feel like an escape. Designed to comfortably sleep six, the suite offers two bedrooms, two full baths, and a thoughtfully equipped kitchenette with a full-size refrigerator, cooktop, microwave, toaster oven, and sink for effortless meal preparation. Fractional ownership at Marsh Harbour Inn provides a simple, turnkey, and affordable way to enjoy four weeks each year - one week per quarter.

Experience the ease of island living through fractional ownership at the Marsh Harbour Inn on Bald Head Island! This Yachtmaster share offers an extraordinarily rare opportunity: one of only 13 Inn ownership shares with a transferable Bald Head Island Club membership available for separate purchase. Own your own piece of the island while enjoying coveted club access that is no longer offered through the Inn. This penthouse suite captures breathtaking water views in every direction. From your private balcony, take in sweeping vistas of the marsh, marina, river, and Atlantic Ocean--a truly remarkable perspective that makes every stay feel like an escape. Designed to comfortably sleep six, the suite offers two bedrooms, two full baths, and a thoughtfully equipped kitchenette with a full-size refrigerator, cooktop, microwave, toaster oven, and sink for effortless meal preparation. Fractional ownership at Marsh Harbour Inn provides a simple, turnkey, and affordable way to enjoy four weeks each year - one week per quarter.

Designed and built by ultra-luxury builder Schiano Development, this exceptional new construction home is ideally located within Cape Fear Station, one of Bald Head Island's most coveted and enduring neighborhoods. Known for its proximity to East Beach, preserved maritime forest, and classic coastal architecture, Cape Fear Station offers a setting that feels both established and naturally protected. Offering 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, and approximately 2,889 heated square feet, the home blends timeless design with thoughtful, modern livability. A spacious open floor plan anchors the main living level, where the kitchen, dining, and living areas flow seamlessly together and are filled with natural light. The first-floor primary suite provides a private retreat, while multiple covered porches extend the living space outdoors, creating an effortless connection to the surrounding landscape. Upstairs, guest suites and a dedicated bunk room are thoughtfully arranged for comfort and privacy, each with access to well-appointed baths. A detached garage with golf cart storage completes the property while preserving the traditional Cape Fear Station streetscape. The homesite is particularly special, surrounded by neighboring properties donated to the Smith Island Land Trust, offering long-term conservation, enhanced privacy, and a peaceful natural backdrop. Located in an X flood zone, the property provides additional peace of mind. As with every Schiano Development home, expect exceptional craftsmanship, premium materials, designer finishes, and meticulous attention to detail throughout. Exterior features reflect classic coastal character, while interiors are designed to feel both elevated and welcoming.

Welcome to ''Southern Charm'', a classic Bald Head Island retreat where generations of family memories are waiting to be made. FIVE bedrooms and BHI Club FULL GOLF Membership. Set on just under half an acre and backing to the protected Maritime Forest Preserve, this property offers privacy while still capturing lovely Atlantic ocean views and sea breezes from multiple decks and living spaces. The natural setting creates a peaceful backdrop filled with native island beauty and protected green space that will remain untouched. Not in flood zone. The first floor offers flexible spaces for family and guests, including three bedrooms, a spacious den, and two full baths. One guest bedroom enjoys an en suite bath, while two additional bedrooms share a full bathroom. Upstairs is a bright living area where ocean views and open spaces take center stage. Recent updates to the kitchen bring a fresh coastal feel with beautifully painted blue cabinetry, updated lighting, a new backsplash, and an enhanced dining area, all of which remain true to the home's easy beach-house character. The upper level also features two private bedroom suites, thoughtfully positioned for privacy. One suite is tucked quietly toward the rear of the home, creating the feel of an attached interior crofter. Both suites enjoy direct deck access, while one also includes an adjoining sitting room or den that would make an exceptional home office, reading room or nursery. With generous indoor and outdoor living spaces, protected maritime forest surroundings, beautiful ocean views, and a transferable Equity Full Golf Membership to the Bald Head Island Club available for separate purchase, 515 S Bald Head Wynd represents an outstanding opportunity to own a true Bald Head Island family beach home in one of the island's most desirable South Beach locations. Fully furnished, two golf carts and no exclusions.

This charming coastal cottage captures the easygoing rhythm of Bald Head Island living. Ideally positioned in a location that offers the best of both worlds, enjoy peaceful mornings watching the sunrise and glowing sunset skies in the evening, all just seconds from direct beach access. Warm and welcoming by design, the home offers 1,460 heated square feet in the main residence, with a separate crofter suite bringing the total heated square footage to approximately 1,730 square feet. Thoughtfully arranged for both everyday comfort and guest flexibility, the property works beautifully as a personal island retreat, an investment property, or a blend of both. Inside, the cottage feels relaxed and inviting, with bright gathering spaces and an effortless connection to the outdoors. Recent owner improvements have focused on enhancing comfort, livability, and ease of ownership, including updated LVP flooring throughout the main home, refreshed windows and window treatments, a newer dishwasher, and a new HVAC system in the crofter. The property also has a strong rental history, generating more than $100,000 annually while still maintaining the charm and feel of a true second home getaway. Whether you're returning from the beach after a long summer afternoon, hosting family and friends for island weekends, or searching for a home with proven rental performance in an exceptional location, this cottage offers a rare opportunity to experience the best of Bald Head Island living. BHI Club and Shoals Club memberships are available for separate purchase.

Have you dreamt of quiet mornings on the porch drinking coffee while looking out at the ocean, going for a walk on the beach, and a day in the sand? 2628 N Lumina Ave is set just one home behind the oceanfront, steps from the beach, with gorgeous views and lovely spaces. There may not be a home at Wrightsville more perfectly suited as a true family beach home. With 6 bedrooms consisting of two primaries, two more en-suites, and a Jack-and-Jill, the layout is perfect for adults and children alike. Wraparound porches offer each bedroom their own vista and outdoor space to relax and the open living/dining/kitchen space are truly welcoming; both spacious and cozy, with porches and views out every window. The upper primary is its own retreat, a peaceful respite with a lounge area, an office, a spacious bath, and a porch with the best views in the house, looking out over the beautiful north end and Mason's Inlet. Parking is plentiful with two garage spaces, two driveway spaces, and up to 7 spaces on the drive just in front of the home. If your dreams include family days at the beach, or a beach home that has the potential to generate great rental income to offset your investment, you have found ''the one''!

Along the Intracoastal Waterway within the private gated community of Landfall, this luxury waterfront estate draws direct inspiration from the great Parisian hotels particuliers, where classical proportion, symmetry, and craftsmanship define the experience of the home. Designed by Dietsche + Dietsche Architects, the residence reflects a disciplined French architectural influence balanced with the openness of its coastal setting. Positioned on a 150-foot-wide homesite, among the widest and most private along Ocean Point Drive, the property captures sweeping views across the Intracoastal Waterway toward Wrightsville Beach and Figure Eight Island. The architecture unfolds in a deliberate and elegant sequence, with high ceilings, refined millwork, Italian marble fireplaces, and hand-crafted ironwork throughout. Carefully proportioned openings allow natural light to move through the interiors, while modern systems ensure comfort and performance. The home offers five bedroom suites, each with vestibule entries, custom vanities, and walk-in closets, along with seven full bathrooms and three half baths. The main-level primary suite includes two dressing rooms with custom cabinetry and lighting, two private marble baths with a clawfoot tub and a sunken European soaking tub, and an Italian marble fireplace. The kitchen is centered around a La Cornue range and hood and complemented by Sub-Zero refrigeration, a true wine refrigerator, and custom paneled cabinetry. Banquette seating and concealed storage enhance functionality, while a fully equipped butler's pantry provides additional refrigeration, workspace, illuminated drawers, and support for entertaining. Living spaces include a cherry-paneled library with illuminated wine storage, built-in bookcases, Sonos audio, an Italian marble fireplace, and a marble bar, along with an entertainment room and a more intimate hearth room. Lighting is controlled through a Lutron system with fixtures from Schonbek and Ralph Lauren. Outdoors, mature landscaping, copper gas lanterns, custom iron window boxes, and a Virginia slate mansard roof continue the architectural theme. The rear grounds are designed as a private retreat, featuring a French-style saltwater pool with spa and fountains, marble coping, and elegant stonework. A pool house with custom cabinetry and steam shower, along with an outdoor kitchen with Lynx grill and fireplace, creates an ideal setting for waterfront entertaining. A five-hole putting green adds a distinctive recreational feature. Additional features include an elevator, three laundry areas, mahogany doors and windows with antique brass cremone bolts, a safe room, security and camera systems, lightning protection, and a whole-house Generac generator. The 2.5-car garage includes custom cabinetry and an electric vehicle charging station. A rare inclusion is the availability of a full equity membership at the Landfall Country Club, where membership opportunities are limited and often require a waitlist of several years. This property offers the ability to enjoy immediate membership to Landfall's golf, tennis, fitness, and social amenities upon ownership. Graceful, private, and precisely executed, this residence represents a refined expression of French-inspired architecture along one of Landfall's most coveted waterfront settings.