Each year, Coastal Living Magazine constructs special Idea Houses in hand-selected coastal communities that represent environmental consciousness and sensitivity to shoreline preservation.  The Idea House celebrates the best in coastal home innovation, décor, and construction. For 2009 the Idea House is being built in Seawatch at Sunset Harbor and although the magazine issue featuring the home does not come out for another month the good reviews keep pouring in.

Recently, News Channel 14, North Carolina’s only statewide news channel visited Seawatch to video the Idea House and interview members of builder Mark Saunders Luxury Homes. The video that aired on their 24 hour news service can been seen here or visit our website for the Idea House to see images, read about the team behind the home and to get more information on when the home is open for tours. www.seawatchideahouse.com

The Seawatch 2009 Coastal Living Magazine Idea House officially opened to the public over Labor Day Weekend and over 1,400 coastal living enthusiasts have toured the past three weekends. The beautiful home has received widespread praise. Here are three examples of what others are saying about the Idea House.

Our local paper in Southport, The State Port Pilot, featured the Idea House on the front page of PORTfolio with an article and images saying, “Throughout its three levels, the 2009 Idea House is brimming with thousands of inspiring details.” View page one from The State Port Pilot here and then review page two for additional images and the remaining article.

The Sun News from Myrtle Beach calls it, “a home for inspiration” and wrote, “The home’s exterior is as luxurious as its interior.” Read the entire article from The Sun News here.

The Brunswick Beacon commented, “Bold yet inviting wall color choices in the family room provide plenty of inspiration for would-be designers, while the custom built-in fireplaces and cabinets welcome guests into a homey, inviting atmosphere.” Read the entire article from The Brunswick Beacon here.

The home is now open for tours, from September 3rd through November 29th. Tour hours are Thursday through Sunday, 12:00 P.M. – 5:00 P.M. Group appointments are also available. Tickets to tour the home can be purchased online or at the door for $10 with proceeds to benefit the Boys and Girls Homes of North Carolina charitable organization.

For more information about the Seawatch Coastal Living Idea House visit http://www.seawatchideahouse.com/.