Sunset Beach, NC Active Adult Retirement Communities and Retirement Homes
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.
Active 55+ community lifestyle offers vibrant, social living for seniors. Residents enjoy numerous amenities like fitness centers, pools, golf courses, and clubhouses. Engaging activities include classes, clubs, and events fostering friendships, wellness, and a strong sense of community.
Sea Trail Plantation
Sea Trail Plantation
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239 Clubhouse Rd
Sunset Beach, NC 28468
20 homes $177,900 - $998,000
Sunset Beach, NC - Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center encompasses over 2,000 acres in Sunset Beach, one of America's most loved beaches on the southernmost barrier island of North Carolina. Sea Trail Plantations naturally beautiful setting is surrounded by lush green fairways, crystal clear pristine lakes and ponds, and nearby white sandy beaches.
Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Waterfront Living (or near), Oceanfront or Coastal (or near), Real Estate Homes and Land
Thistle Golf Club & Estates
Thistle Golf Club & Estates
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1815 Olde Thistle Club Road
Sunset Beach, NC 28468
1 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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Ocean Ridge Plantation
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53 Ocean Ridge Parkway
Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469
56 homes $382,500 - $1,290,000
Ocean Isle Beach, NC - Perfectly situated between the historic charm of Wilmington, NC and the recreational allure of Myrtle Beach, SC, Ocean Ridge's exquisitely designed homes, award-winning golf courses and world-class amenities have made this enchanting community a place many find easy to call home.
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
Sandpiper Bay
Sandpiper Bay
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7199-5 Beach Drive SW
Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469
10 homes $174,750 - $559,900
Ocean Isle Beach, NC - Located just 5 minutes to pristine Sunset Beach, North Carolina, Sandpiper Bay offers residents a myriad of resort-like amenities, including championship golf, pools, fitness, tennis and convenient access to restaurants and shopping.
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Waterfront Living (or near), Oceanfront or Coastal (or near), Real Estate Homes and Land
Brunswick Forest
Brunswick Forest
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1007 Evangeline Drive
Leland, NC 28451
57 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
Calabash Lakes
Calabash Lakes
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24 Calabash Lakes Blvd
Calabash, NC 28467
3 homes $195,000 - $439,900
Calabash, NC - One of the newest developments in the Calabash/Carolina Shores area is from DR Horton. This pristine development is sure to attract a lot of attention with its well priced homes and townhouses starting at under 160K for a complete home land package and the included lawn care and landscaping that is part of the Calabash Lakes LOW HOA's.
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Waterfront Living (or near), Oceanfront or Coastal (or near), Real Estate Homes and Land
Meadowlands
Meadowlands
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1000 Meadowlands Trail
Calabash, NC 28467
3 homes $264,000 - $582,500
Calabash, NC - Meadowlands is located just minutes from the white sugar sands of Ocean Isle Beach. This new community offers residents a tranquil and natural setting just minutes to area beaches and the excitement of 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
The Farm at Brunswick
The Farm at Brunswick
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61 Carolina Farms Blvd
Carolina Shores, NC 28467
16 homes $175,000 - $482,000
The Farm at Brunswick is located in the quaint seaside Calabash area but just minutes away from all the energy Myrtle Beach has to offer.
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Oceanfront or Coastal (or near), Real Estate Homes and Land
Sunset Ridge
Sunset Ridge
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7199 Beach Drive Suite 5
Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469
3 homes $199,000 - $579,900 / 7 models
Sunset Ridge, Ocean Isle Beach, NC - Sunset Beach offers a quiet, family-oriented beach atmosphere this pristine beach has been considered the top barrier island beach in North Carolina and after a few moments on its white, sugar sand you will agree.
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Oceanfront or Coastal (or near), Real Estate Homes and Land
Crow Creek
Crow Creek
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470 South Crow Creek Drive
Calabash, NC 28467
1 homes $525,000 - $525,000
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Oceanfront or Coastal (or near), Real Estate Homes and Land
Rivers Edge Golf Club & Plantation
Rivers Edge Golf Club & Plantation
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2000 Arnold Palmer Drive
Shallotte, NC 28470
10 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
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1186 Turnata Dr SE
Bolivia, NC 28422
27 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
Winding River Plantation
Winding River Plantation
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1640 Goley Hewett Rd SE
Bolivia, NC 28422
9 homes $219,900 - $2,150,000
Bolivia, NC - Winding River Plantation features the Carolina Nationals 27 hole Championship Golf Course This Fred Couples designed Championship golf course is the center of Winding River Plantation and features a full service clubhouse and pro shop.
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Waterfront Living (or near), Oceanfront or Coastal (or near), Real Estate Homes and Land
St. James Plantation
St. James Plantation
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St James Dr
Southport, NC 28461
71 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
Magnolia Greens
Magnolia Greens
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1800 Tommy Jacobs Dr
Leland, NC 28451
8 homes $234,900 - $799,900
Magnolia Greens, Leland, NC - With an abundance of resort-like amenities and picturesque views, Magnolia Greens offers residents a relaxed and active atmosphere with daily conveniences within walking distance. Magnolia Greens’ well maintained streets, common areas and resident yards reflect the pride that the owners take in their community as well as their homes. The tree lined streets explode with blooming Azaleas, Bradford Pear trees, and white pillowy Dog Wood trees, creating a setting that many have found alluring as demonstrated by the more than 400 residents.
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Oceanfront or Coastal (or near), Real Estate Homes and Land
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
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8178 Compass Pointe E. Wynd
Leland, NC 28451
28 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
Riverlights
Riverlights
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4410 River Rd
Wilmington, NC 28412
54 homes $299,000 - $1,819,750
Wilmington, NC - Riverlights is a lovely, new Del Webb Community featuring a large selection of custom single family homes and stunning town homes with sweeping waterway views! Single family homes in Riverlights start at an affordable $230K and go up to over 700K. All the Del Webb homes come with many standard features and are quality built to give years of carefree living. In addition to Del Webb homes, there are 8 additional approved builders in Riverlights offering a wide selection of floor plans from Craftsman to Cottage style homes and single level homes from 1100sf up to over 3,000sf.
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Oceanfront or Coastal (or near), Real Estate Homes and Land
Welcome to today’s “Main Street USA”--at the Beach! The Seaside Village at Sunset Beach, North Carolina is an exciting new “Lifestyle Center” community which offers its residents a place to play, work, entertain, or just plain relax. The concept
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Real Estate Homes and Land
Savanna Lakes at Meadowlands Golf Club
Savanna Lakes at Meadowlands Golf Club
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711 Pipit Place
Calabash, NC 28467
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Real Estate Homes and Land
Oyster Harbour
Oyster Harbour
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1856 Healing Water Lane www.carolinaoceanliving.com
Holden Beach, NC 28462
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Real Estate Homes and Land
RiverMist at Dutchman Village
RiverMist at Dutchman Village
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5020 J. Swain Boulevard
Southport,, NC 28461
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Real Estate Homes and Land
Seawatch at Sunset Harbor™
Seawatch at Sunset Harbor™
Nearby Location Match
NC 211
Southport, NC 28461
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Real Estate Homes and Land
Mason Landing Yacht Club
Mason Landing Yacht Club
Nearby Location Match
7439 Nautica Yacht Club Drive
Wilmington, NC 28411
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Real Estate Homes and Land
The Woods at Holly Tree
The Woods at Holly Tree
Nearby Location Match
4610 Holly Tree Road
Wilmington, NC 28409
With over 300 senior living communities located in 43 U.S. states and 7 Canadian provinces, Holiday Retirement provides seniors with independent living services like chef-prepared meals daily, transportation and housekeeping services, plenty of so...
Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement
Lake Shore Commons
Lake Shore Commons
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1402 Hospital Plaza Drive
Wilmington, NC 28401
With over 300 senior living communities located in 43 U.S. states and 7 Canadian provinces, Holiday Retirement provides seniors with independent living services like chef-prepared meals daily, transportation and housekeeping services, plenty of so...
Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement
Carolina Bay at Autumn Hall
Carolina Bay at Autumn Hall
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5553 Old Garden Road
Wilmington, NC 28403
Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement
Brightmore of Wilmington
Brightmore of Wilmington
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2324 41st Street
Wilmington, NC 28403
Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement
Wilmingtoninfo
Wilmingtoninfo
Nearby Location Match
1121 Military Cutoff Road, Suite C-322
Wilmington, NC 28405
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement
Cambridge Village of Wilmington
Cambridge Village of Wilmington
Nearby Location Match
75 Cavalier Drive
Wilmington, NC 28405
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement
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.
Active 55+ community lifestyle offers vibrant, social living for seniors. Residents enjoy numerous amenities like fitness centers, pools, golf courses, and clubhouses. Engaging activities include classes, clubs, and events fostering friendships, wellness, and a strong sense of community.
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