Coastal Communities

Perfecting the Coastal Carolina Lifestyle

Arts and Crafts Show – Southport April 22nd & 23rd

Just a short drive from Seawatch, the historic waterfront town of  Southport, North Carolina is hosting its Spring Festival this weekend, April 22nd and 23rd in Franklin Square Park. Over 100 artists and crafters, mostly local, will showcase their coastal artwork from 10 am to 5 pm on  Friday and 10 am to 4 pm on Saturday. Great finds for your beach-themed cottage or special tokens from the coast can be found throughout the show. Sea life pottery, handmade jewelry, and coastal themed artwork  are just a few favorites. Also, be sure to get your ticket for the annual Robert Rourk Chili CookOff contest from 11 am to 2 pm on Saturday…it is going to be a fun way to spend the day.

Myrtle Beach tops best beach list second year running

TripAdvisor®, one of the most popular travel planning websites, announced on April 5th, the winners of its 2011 Travelers’ Choice® Beaches awards.  Top beach spots were named in the U.S., Europe, Asia, Canada, the South Pacific, the Caribbean and Mexico, and Central and South America.

Award winners were determined based on the most highly rated beach destinations by travelers in TripAdvisor reviews. Unlike any other honors, TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice winners are based on millions of real and unbiased reviews and opinions from travelers around the world.

For the second year in a row, reviewers on TripAdvisor chose Myrtle Beach, South Carolina as the top US beach destination.

Ocean Ridge, Seawatch, Ocean Isle Palms & Rivers Edge are nestled in the coastal corridor outlined by historic Wilmington, North Carolina to the north and the award-winning Myrtle Beach, South Carolina to the south. If you would like to visit our beautiful area, just fill out a contact form here to begin planning your future on the Carolina Coast!

Ocean Isle Beach, Gem of the Brunswick Islands

With a current year-round population of 530 and a vibrant seasonal vacation population, Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina, is known as the Gem of the Brunswick Islands.

Ocean Isle Beach North Carolina

Surrounded by the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway and the Atlantic Ocean, Ocean Isle Beach is connected to the mainland by a modern high-rise bridge spanning gorgeous marsh savannas and offering breathtaking views.  Devoid of multiple high rises, bright lights, or heavy traffic, Ocean Isle Beach runs east to west, provides a fishing pier, public boat launch facility, direct access to the Intracoastal Waterway, and beach paths every 500 feet. As a result, Ocean Isle Beach supports a relaxed and effortless experience for beach-goers, boaters, and fishermen.

Blessed with a long history of traditional family vacations, seasonal festivals, bountiful sports fishing, exciting dolphin sightings, late-night loggerhead turtle nesting, quaint eateries and stores, and friendly year-round residents, the appeal of Ocean Isle Beach is a charming and enduring one. Visit us this summer and experience it for yourself.

New Design Center Open for Mark Saunders Luxury Homes

Over 25 years of experience and an impressive portfolio of architectural innovation and superior craftsmanship have distinguished Mark Saunders Luxury Homes® as master builders of extraordinary homes.

Mark Saunders Luxury Homes Design Center
The Mark Saunders Design Center Located in Supply, NC

Mark Saunders Luxury Homes Design Center Selections
The Latest Styles and Selections at the Mark Saunders Design Center

Now a new Design Center makes the decision to build with Mark Saunders Luxury Homes even easier. Whether your style is classic, coastal, or comfort, all the essentials to create a retreat perfect for your lifestyle is there. The Design Center, located in Supply, North Carolina, is equipped with the latest styles and selections for the interior and exterior of your home. Featuring James A. Hardie exterior siding, Moen plumbing fixtures, Mohawk Portico flooring, Daltile, General Shale brick, Owens Corning Cultured Stone, Sherwin Williams paint, and a variety of cabinet companies, the possibilities are endless. An in-house Interior Design Coordinator, Jennifer Anderson  guides clients through the selection process choosing the perfect colors, fixtures, and finishes allowing them the enjoyment of creating a home unparalleled in luxury and style.

Jennifer Anderson
Design Coordinator Jennifer Anderson

Jennifer Anderson and Mark Saunders Luxury Homes Design Center
Selections with Jennifer at the Mark Saunders Design Center

New homes under construction in Rivers Edge

Mark Saunders Luxury Homes is well underway with the construction of the very first home in the Fairway Crossing neighborhood, near the 11th fairway of the Rivers Edge Arnold Palmer Golf Course, for the Strunk family.

May 17, 2010 Strunk home
May 17, 2010 Strunk home

A second home by Mark Saunders Luxury Homes is also under construction for the DeMuro family on Emerald Valley Drive, between the 2nd and 3rd fairways. The Strunk and DeMuro homes are both examples of Signature Home Designs by Mark Saunders Luxury Homes for Rivers Edge. Signature Home Designs, featuring open floor plans, gracious outdoor living areas, luxurious appointments, and timeless architecture, are an exceptional value for anyone interested in building a custom home soon.

May 7, 2010 DeMuro Home
May 7, 2010 DeMuro Home

Award-Winning Communities

Our communities have annually been honored with placement and praise in nationally recognized publications. Here are three examples:

  • Ocean Ridge: Listed in the "Top Places To Retire" from Where To Retire Magazine.
  • Seawatch: Model home & community chosen by Coastal Living Magazine for the 2009 Coastal Living Idea House".
  • Rivers Edge: Golf course listed #12 in "Places to Play" from Golf Magazine.

Seeing is Believing

When you call or send us an email ask about our 3 days & 2 nights visitation packages. We'll help get you here at a discount so you can spend time in our communities and in coastal Carolina.