Move to a Place Your Grands Will Beg to Visit
Retiring to coastal North Carolina isn’t just about trading snow shovels for sunny afternoons on the patio. It is about creating a home base where your extended family genuinely loves to gather.
Brunswick County offers a sub-tropical climate with mild winters, over 45 miles of uncrowded Atlantic beaches, and vibrant coastal towns that turn summer vacations and holiday visits into lifelong family memories.
Why the Grandkids Won't Want to Leave
Uncrowded Coastal Beaches: Holden Beach, Oak Island, and Ocean Isle Beach offer wide, gently sloping shorelines ideal for hunting for seashells, boogie boarding, paddleboarding calm tidal creeks, or watching dolphins pass by.
Year-Round Outdoor Living: Brunswick County’s mild climate allows for outdoor fun all year. From spring golf rounds and summer boat trips to autumn bike rides along marshland trails.
Family Fun: Beyond the beach, family adventures abound with treetop ziplines at Shallotte River Swamp Park, competitive mini-golf in Holden Beach, water activities, and interactive exhibits at the Museum of Coastal Carolina and Ingram Planetarium. Families can also spend the day exploring historic Southport, riding the ferry to golf-cart-only Bald Head Island, or crossing the river to visit the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. Read about more family-friendly adventures!
Ice Cream and Pizza Traditions: A day at the beach always ends with a treat. Check out my favorite spots for a cool and creamy treat or a hot slice of pizza!
Premier Communities for Every Generation
St. James Plantation: Known for its expansive scale, St. James features 81 holes of championship golf across four courses, 36 miles of walking and biking trails, and a 475-slip full-service marina. Grandchildren love spending the afternoon at the community’s private oceanfront beach club on Oak Island, complete with a dedicated beachside pool and pavilion.
Winding River Plantation: Centered around the 27-hole Carolina National Golf Club designed by Fred Couples, Winding River offers a relaxed coastal lifestyle. Homeowners enjoy a private riverfront marina on the Lockwood Folly River, as well as an oceanfront beach club on Holden Beach with private parking, a swimming pool, and direct beach access.
Seascape at Holden Plantation: Featuring a Grand Manor House with both indoor and outdoor pools, hot tubs, and a fitness center, Seascape balances luxury with low-country charm. Residents enjoy a private oceanfront beach clubhouse on Holden Beach, a deep-water Intracoastal marina, and community events like the annual "Fish Fest".
Oyster Harbour: Set along the Intracoastal Waterway in Supply, this gated community spans over 400 acres of preserved marshland and woodlands. Its amenities include a private boat launch for easy access to the water, dedicated pickleball and tennis courts, a resort-style pool, and miles of scenic nature trails.
Whether you choose a home in one of Brunswick County's premier amenity communities or a standalone beach house just steps from the surf, your retirement destination becomes the ultimate family gathering place.
If creating a coastal sanctuary where kids and grandkids look forward to visiting year after year sounds like your ideal next move, reach out to Jen Anderson today to find the perfect home in Brunswick County.
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