Sea Scape at Holden Beach

The land on which SeaScape at Holden Plantation® is nestled was untouched for generations, offering abundant forests of century old oaks and pines, and breathtaking views where the Atlantic Ocean, the Lockwood Folly River, and the Intracoastal Waterway converge. Today, this beautiful 500-acre community remains virtually the same with its interconnected neighborhoods separated naturally by the site’s native amenities. Preserving the quality, character, accessibility, and beauty of the natural environment is the key to the success of SeaScape at Holden Plantation®.
Homes in the community are characteristically reminiscent of the Charleston and New Orleans Low Country designs, and while SeaScape™ offers a variety of architectural concepts from which to choose, all are elegantly southern. These charming and timeless homes grace the quiet tree lined streets of the community and sit comfortably and effortlessly into each individual landscape. In addition, both the natural and planned amenities at SeaScape™ are designed to enhance this exclusive and private environment and have made SeaScape at Holden Plantation® one of the most elegant waterfront communities in southeastern North Carolina.
At SeaScape at Holden Plantation® you’ll enjoy small town living with the convenience of being less than an hour’s drive from the charming port cities of Southport and historic Wilmington, North Carolina, and the exciting entertainment venues of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

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Sunset Beach, NC

Sunset Beach, incorporated in 1963, is the smallest and quietest of three barrier islands which together, make up the modestly famed South Brunswick Islands.
An uncommon coastal scene, this small sequestered island is crowned with a naturally wide, gently sloping, white sand beach and a shroud of undisturbed sand dunes. This unadulterated setting is a natural habitat and nesting ground for the abundant coastal wildlife, including the endangered Loggerhead Sea Turtle and beloved Wood Storks.
The Town of Sunset Beach is actually comprised of much more than the island alone. Several square miles of mainland offer a variety of necessities, amusements, and educational activities. Residents and visitors frequent the many local shopping centers, golf courses and dining spots and find comfort in the security of first-rate local medical facilities. Cultural, spiritual, and educational activities are all nearby, including Ingram Planetarium. Calabash, the Seafood Capital of the World,is just a few miles away. Bird Island, which is a natural area and 1300 acre State Preserve on the barrier island, is connected to Sunset Beach and reachable by boat, walking, or biking along the beach and is home to Loggerhead turtles. The shoreline, dunes, maritime forest, and marshland are also an important hibitat and nesting area for various species of birds that are threatened or endangered. One can walk from the public parking area and gazebo at Sunset Beach, along the Bird Island beachfront, all the way to South Carolina.
The Town of Sunset Beach is dedicated to preserving the small-town character of its community. Our fundamental goal is to preserve the tranquility of our coastal environment--which has become the basis for visiting and living in Sunset Beach while improving the overall quality of life through controlled and orderly growth.

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Caswell Beach, NC

Located at the mouth of the Cape Fear River with long sandy beaches and mild weather, it’s no wonder so many people visit here each year. Named after the historic Fort Caswell located at the eastern tip of the island, Caswell Beach is home to the brightest lighthouse in the United States and boasts a Coast Guard Station reminiscent of the old coastal life saving stations.
Deep dunes and sprawling beach cottages line the oceanside, and marsh side cottages on pilings overlook the Cape Fear river shipping channel. The only souvenirs available at Caswell Beach are the shells collected on quiet low tide walks along this beautiful shore. Besides the Oak Island Golf & Country Club, there is no commercial development, making it a relaxing place to vacation.
The town takes its name from Fort Caswell which was established on the east end of Oak Island by the Army in 1826. During the Civil War, the fort was used by Confederates to guard one of the inlets of the Cape Fear River. After major additions following the Spanish American War, it served as a training post during World War I and a submarine lookout post during World War II.
The most important architectural feature of Caswell Beach is the Oak Island Lighthouse, which started operating in 1958 to warn ships of the treacherous Frying Pan Shoals and guide mariners safely into the Cape Fear River. Known as the second brightest lighthouse in the world, the beacon atop the towering gray, black and white silo can be seen nearly 30 miles offshore.

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As your future neighbors we’ll introduce you to our warm sand beaches, gentle breezes, historic landmarks, favorite golf courses, and fresh local seafood. After all we have been turning visitors into locals since 1981

Little Shop of Horrors?

Did you know the Green Swamp of Brunswick County is home to the Venus flytrap? This endangered plant is native to Southeastern North Carolina. I believe the plant became well known as the star of the 80’s movie Little Shop of Horrors.

Of course there are no 8 foot plants eating steaks for dinner, but they can be found in the wild eating on spiders and other insects. Individuals can purchase them from nurseries or may easily see the unique plants at the Ft. Fisher Aquarium.

Bald Head Island, NC

Old Baldy, N.C.’s oldest surviving lighthouse is the picture of Bald Head Island. The lighthouse itself has served many purposes throughout the years. Its original goal was to light Frying Pan Shoals which it never was able to do since the Shoals extend about 30 nautical miles. Since early 1865, it has served as a low intensity light and a radio beacon to direct ships into the Cape Fear. Today, Old Baldy makes her presence known with a long steady beam.

Bald Head Island can only be reached by ferry or private boat and no vehicles are allowed on the island. Residents and visitors get around on golf carts, bikes or walking. The island is truly an escape from city life into a quieter gentler time.