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Sunset Beach, NC Gated Communities

Sunset Beach, NC, is a serene coastal town known for its unspoiled sandy shores and tranquil atmosphere, making it an ideal retreat for the active 55+ community. Nestled along the southern coast of North Carolina, Sunset Beach offers a peaceful and laid-back lifestyle, with miles of pristine beaches perfect for walking, shelling, and enjoying the ocean breeze. The town is also home to scenic golf courses, nature preserves, and the beautiful Bird Island, a popular spot for birdwatching and exploring. With its charming small-town feel, friendly community, and easy access to nearby attractions, Sunset Beach is a hidden gem for retirees seeking a quiet and picturesque coastal escape.

Gated communities in Sunset Beach NC offer added privacy and security to your retirement spot. We know that safety is a top priority in your home search, and we at Retirenet.com want to aid in your success. Browse through our active adult gated communities today

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Thistle Golf Club & Estates

Thistle Golf Club & Estates

Thistle Golf Club & Estates

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1815 Olde Thistle Club Road
Sunset Beach, NC 28468

2 homes $639,745 - $1,475,000

Sunset Beach, NC - Thistle Golf Club & Estates is an exclusive golf and residential community, offering a limited 145 custom golf estates on 27 magnificent holes. All surrounded by an idyllic nature preserve with acres of wildflowers & wetlands.

Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Waterfront Living (or near), Oceanfront or Coastal (or near), Real Estate Homes and Land, Gated Communities

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Brunswick Forest

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Brunswick Forest

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1007 Evangeline Drive
Leland, NC 28451

45 homes $315,000 - $1,425,000

Brunswick Forest, Leland, North Carolina - Located in a setting of unmatched beauty in a lush landscape of pristine forest, Brunswick Forest is an approximately 4,500-acre retreat just minutes from historic Wilmington, North Carolina.

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Waterfront Living (or near), Oceanfront or Coastal (or near), Real Estate Homes and Land, Gated Communities

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Rivers Edge Golf Club & Plantation

River's Edge Golf Course

Rivers Edge Golf Club & Plantation

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2000 Arnold Palmer Drive
Shallotte, NC 28470

9 homes $145,500 - $1,495,000

Wilmington, NC - Located between historic Wilmington and the Grand Strand of Myrtle Beach, SC, Rivers Edge Golf Club & Plantation™ boasts a coastal lifestyle that is not to be rushed, but savored. With over 500 acres of lush landscape nestled between the Atlantic Ocean and the beautiful Shallotte River and its tributaries, this master-planned community sets the example for perfection in coastal living.

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Oceanfront or Coastal (or near), Real Estate Homes and Land, Gated Communities

Palmetto Creek

Palmetto Creek

Palmetto Creek

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1186 Turnata Dr SE
Bolivia, NC 28422

30 homes $279,900 - $659,000

Palmetto Creek of the Carolinas, Bolivia, NC - Palmetto Creek is a beautifully planned, gated community only 30 minutes from famous Carolina beaches and historic landmarks like Cape Fear Lighthouse and Southport’s Bald Head Island Ferry. The residential community includes a clubhouse, fitness center, Kayak Launch, Outdoor Kitchen, pool, Tennis Courts, Putting Green and nature pathways. Lovely brick custom homes, patio homes, and town homes define the community.

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Oceanfront or Coastal (or near), Real Estate Homes and Land, Gated Communities

St. James Plantation

Located in southeastern NC -- near the seatown of Southport & 30 minutes south of Wilmington, NC

St. James Plantation

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St James Dr
Southport, NC 28461

75 homes $189,000 - $3,900,000

Southport, NC - Ideally located along the North Carolina coast near Wilmington, Southport, and Myrtle Beach.

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Waterfront Living (or near), Oceanfront or Coastal (or near), Real Estate Homes and Land, Gated Communities

Waterford of the Carolinas

Waterford of the Carolinas

Waterford of the Carolinas

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1000 Olde Waterford Way
Leland, NC 28451

9 homes $315,000 - $1,155,000

Leland, NC - Wilmington's most unique waterfront community just across the Cape Fear River from Historic Downtown Wilmington and the Atlantic Ocean. Featuring creeks and waterways with almost every homesite on the water. Often referred to as the “Cape Fear Coast,” few places can match the Wilmington area's wide range of recreational features, cultural offerings, and historical ambience. With an average annual temperature of 63.7 degrees, Wilmington has become one of the top relocation areas in the United States. Discovery Package available!

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Oceanfront or Coastal (or near), Real Estate Homes and Land, Gated Communities

Compass Pointe

Compass Pointe

Compass Pointe

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8178 Compass Pointe E. Wynd
Leland, NC 28451

29 homes $399,999 - $1,400,000

Leland, NC - Come Live Your Dream. Compass Pointe is a gated, resort style community located just minutes from downtown Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach, one of National Geographic Traveler’s “Last Best American Beach Towns”. Here you’ll find quality homes and a relaxed lifestyle with a wide variety of amenities and activities to chose from. Homesites from the $100's Homes (including homesites) from the $400's

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Waterfront Living (or near), Oceanfront or Coastal (or near), Real Estate Homes and Land, Gated Communities

Sunset Beach, NC, is a serene coastal town known for its unspoiled sandy shores and tranquil atmosphere, making it an ideal retreat for the active 55+ community. Nestled along the southern coast of North Carolina, Sunset Beach offers a peaceful and laid-back lifestyle, with miles of pristine beaches perfect for walking, shelling, and enjoying the ocean breeze. The town is also home to scenic golf courses, nature preserves, and the beautiful Bird Island, a popular spot for birdwatching and exploring. With its charming small-town feel, friendly community, and easy access to nearby attractions, Sunset Beach is a hidden gem for retirees seeking a quiet and picturesque coastal escape.

Gated communities in Sunset Beach NC offer added privacy and security to your retirement spot. We know that safety is a top priority in your home search, and we at Retirenet.com want to aid in your success. Browse through our active adult gated communities today

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