Category: Learning

<strong>Nautical History: The North Carolina Maritime Museum </strong> Nautical History: The North Carolina Maritime Museum 

These days Southport, NC is best known for its warm, relaxing coastal lifestyle. Nestled between spectacular beaches and a downtown specializing in boutiques and good eats, it’s easy to see why Coastal Living calls Southport one of the Top 10 of “America’s Happiest Seaside Towns.” But, boy if these beaches could talk.... Read More

Oak Island’s Mardi Gras by the Sea! Oak Island’s Mardi Gras by the Sea!

A Colorful Celebration One of the most festive and colorful traditions in the United States is without a doubt, Mardi Gras! Also known as “Fat Tuesday,” Mardi Gras is known for its high-energy festivities and expression of New Orleans culture. Coastal Carolina isn’t without its own celebration! Oak Island is holding... Read More

Leaseback Opportunities Available! Leaseback Opportunities Available!

Lots of Opportunities for Fine Living The Home Place of Southport, is a gated community with some of the finest low-maintenance brick homes. The models of the Beach Boca, a floorplan painstakingly crafted by Premier Homes, are already turning heads with their style and ergonomics. There will be two leaseback opportunities... Read More

Local Coastal Landmarks Local Coastal Landmarks

Famous Iconographies Coastal North Carolina has a lot of famous iconographies along its sugar-white shorelines. From Cape Hatteras to Fort Fisher, several landmarks continue to be the center of attention for decades (and rightfully so!) The greater Southport area is known for its abundance of coastal landmarks. Places like the Bald... Read More

Excellent Medical Care for 2023 Excellent Medical Care for 2023

Excellent Care for the New Year If you’ve spent some time here in Southeastern North Carolina, you’ve most likely noticed that many large medical facilities have been transformed by Novant Health. When choosing your dream home, you want to be sure it’s in a location with the right accommodations. Medical care... Read More

The Southport Ferry: A Riverside Icon The Southport Ferry: A Riverside Icon

Coastal Convenience Being a coastal town right on the borders of where the mighty Cape Fear River and the Atlantic Ocean meet, there’s plenty of water to use as a mode of transportation in Southport. Travel between New Hanover and Brunswick County may seem a bit perplexing if you don’t have... Read More

Home Place at ideal-LIVING Events Home Place at ideal-LIVING Events

A New Year with New Opportunities If you’ve never attended an ideal-LIVING event, here is your chance! These hosted events provide an ideal way to explore different communities and are organized specifically for those individuals or families searching for their perfect home.  The Home Place of Southport team will be at... Read More

Zeke Island Reserve Zeke Island Reserve

A Coastal Paradise Located in the Cape Fear River basin and just across from the town of Southport, North Carolina is Zeke Island Reserve. A pristine enclave of salt marshes, sand bars and beaches, it’s a haven for waterbirds, marine life and recreational enthusiasts from the mainland. It’s a dedicated nature... Read More

Rita Berlin: Elated to Go Coastal Rita Berlin: Elated to Go Coastal

Excited for a Move Much of the excitement in the relocation process comes from moving to a new geographical area with its own culture, points of interest, and brand of lifestyle. Embracing a locales lifestyle is usually the motivator for relocation. Just ask one of The Home Place of Southport’s newest... Read More

Southport Winterfest Flotilla Southport Winterfest Flotilla

One of the most well-known and beloved of all coastal Carolina traditions are the multiple holiday flotillas! Imagine an entire waterborne parade featuring boats of all different shapes and sizes rigged with dazzling lights from bow to stern. The Winterfest Flotilla, held in Southport, will be taking place next weekend and... Read More