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North Carolina 55+ Communities

North Carolina has quietly become one of the most popular states in the country for retirement. Its milder climate attracts retirees. North Carolina is blessed with a varied topography, from coast to mountains

55+ communities, or active adult communities, are residential areas designed for individuals aged 55 and older. These communities offer a lifestyle tailored to older adults, featuring low-maintenance housing and various amenities such as fitness centers, swimming pools, and walking trails. Social interaction is encouraged through organized events, hobby groups, and recreational activities. Many communities provide additional services like healthcare facilities, transportation, and dining options. Located in desirable climates and scenic areas, they offer a serene and enjoyable living environment. The primary goal is to foster a vibrant, supportive atmosphere where residents can enjoy their retirement years with a focus on health, wellness, and social connections.

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Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement

Mimosa Bay

Mimosa Bay

Mimosa Bay

133 Marina Wynd Way
Sneads Ferry,, NC 28460

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Real Estate Homes and Land

Fairfield Mountains

Fairfield Mountains

Fairfield Mountains

112 Mountains Boulevard
Lake Lure, NC 28746

The Lake Lure area provides many recreational opportunities, from world class golf, incredible fishing and hunting, hiking, rafting and canoeing and pleasure cruises on the lake to area restaurants and parks. The Activities Center has tennis, two pools an

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Real Estate Homes and Land

Carolina Trace Country Club

Carolina Trace Country Club

Carolina Trace Country Club

2100 Country Club Drive
Sanford, NC 27332

A 2,500 acre private, member-owned country club in a gated community, located between Pinehurst and ...

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living

Harbor Ridge

Harbor Ridge

Harbor Ridge

905 Hwy 321 NW - Suite 207
Hickory, NC 28601

Harbor Ridge, located on Lake Rhodhiss in Rutherford College, North Carolina area, is a secluded and gated lakefront community. The Harbor Ridge address is ideal: at the protected wilderness foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, yet centrally-located abo

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Real Estate Homes and Land

The Preserve at Wolf Laurel

The Preserve at Wolf Laurel

The Preserve at Wolf Laurel

5860 Bald Mountain Road
Burnsville, NC 28714

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Mountain Living (or near), Real Estate Homes and Land

At Plantation Village, an Independent Living Community, we use numbers the way they are supposed to be used … to count golf scores, the number of activities we have, the number of new residents we welcome each year, and much more. We are about independenc

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Real Estate Homes and Land

Whisper Mountain

Poplar Ridge at Whisper Mountain

Whisper Mountain

7500 NC 63 Highway 28748
Leicester, NC 28748

In the heart of western North Carolina, surrounded by culture, good old- fashioned southern hospitality and the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains, is a community known as Whisper Mountain. The result of meticulous planning, this community offers spacious

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Real Estate Homes and Land

Hidden Lake

Hidden Lake

Hidden Lake

201 Hidden Lake Drive
Youngsville, NC 27596

Each day, escape the commotion of the city by coming home to the tranquil surroundings of Hidden Lake. Enjoy the serenity of a private, spring-fed 75-acre lake surrounded by nearly 600 acres of land designed by Mother Nature. Beyond the gates, almost half

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Real Estate Homes and Land

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Waterfront Living (or near), Real Estate Homes and Land, All Age Communities

Springdale Country Club

Springdale Country Club

Springdale Country Club

200 Golfwatch Road
Canton, NC 28716

Surrounded by the grandeur of the Great Smoky Mountains, Springdale Country Club is the hidden gem of the Blue Ridge, providing the best mix of golf, relaxation, dining and Southern hospitality in the mountains of Western North Carolina. Celebrating 40 ye

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Real Estate Homes and Land

Waterway Resort

Waterway Resort

Waterway Resort

850 Cedar Point Blvd.
Swansboro, NC 28584

Waterway Resort is located on 28 sprawling acres of land in picturesque Swansboro, North Carolina. The resort is situated along the Intracoastal Waterway between Swansboro and Cape Carteret. Open year round, and feature over 300 sites with full hook-ups.

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Manufactured Homes, RV Communities

Brevard Properties

Brevard Properties

Brevard Properties

78 W. Main St.
Brevard, NC 28712

Why sacrifice four season living with the high heat and humidity that coastal areas are plagued with? Many potential retirees and second home buyers have found the North Carolina mountains to their liking. There are many lifestyle choices to consider in f

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Real Estate Homes and Land, Rental Homes

Grand Highlands

Grand Highlands

Grand Highlands

512 N. Main St.
Hendersonville, NC 28792

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Real Estate Homes and Land

Roanoke Landing

Roanoke Landing

Roanoke Landing

Highway 561
Halifax, NC 27839

Just Imagine ... turning into your private drive that winds it's way through the forest with only the sound of birds to accompany your travel. When you think things couldn't get better, ancient hardwoods welcome you to your secluded homestead overlooking

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Real Estate Homes and Land

Marshes Light

Marshes Light

Marshes Light

201 Fernando Street
Manteo, NC 27954

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Real Estate Homes and Land

The Manor Village at Preston

The Manor Village at Preston

The Manor Village at Preston

1995 NW Cary parkway
Morrisville, NC 27560

Warm and inviting architecture with superior steel and concrete construction located in the beautiful community of Preston. Well appointed one and two bedroom suites have generous living space for quiet personal enjoyment including open floor plans. Each

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Real Estate Homes and Land, Rental Homes

Round Mountain Falls

Round Mountain Falls

Round Mountain Falls

140 Airport Road, Suite Q
Arden, NC 28704

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Real Estate Homes and Land

Why sacrifice four season living with the high heat and humidity that coastal areas are plagued with? Many potential retirees and second home buyers have found the North Carolina mountains to their liking. There are many lifestyle choices to consider in f

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Real Estate Homes and Land, Rental Homes

Villas of Wake Forest

Villas of Wake Forest

Villas of Wake Forest

989 Blue Bird Lane
Wake Forest, NC 27587

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Real Estate Homes and Land

Del Webb at Traditions

18,000 sq ft clubhouse

Del Webb at Traditions

905 Del Webb Manor Avenue
Wake Forest, NC 27587

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Real Estate Homes and Land

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Mountain Living (or near), Real Estate Homes and Land

Anderson Creek Club

Anderson Creek Club

Anderson Creek Club

125 Whispering Pines Drive
Spring Lake, NC 28390

From the impressive gatehouse, venture along pine-lined streets to find the perfect setting for your ...

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Real Estate Homes and Land

Riverwinds

Riverwinds

Riverwinds

504 Blackwell Point Loop Road
Oriental, NC 28571

RiverWinds Luxury condominiums on Smith Creek in Oriental - a secluded setting in a private neighborhood. ...

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Real Estate Homes and Land

Albemarle Plantation -

Albemarle Plantation -

Albemarle Plantation -

One Plantation Drive
Hertford, NC 27944

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Real Estate Homes and Land

Oyster Harbour

Oyster Harbour

Oyster Harbour

1856 Healing Water Lane www.carolinaoceanliving.com
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Real Estate Homes and Land

Smoky Mountain Retreat

Smoky Mountain Retreat

Smoky Mountain Retreat

26 Gaddis Branch Road
Maggie Valley, NC 28751

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Real Estate Homes and Land

Pinnacle Falls

Entrance to Pinnacle Falls

Pinnacle Falls

886 Pinnacle Falls Lane
Zirconia, NC 28790

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Real Estate Homes and Land

Ashbury Crossing

Ashbury Crossing

Ashbury Crossing

100 Kestrel Court
Mebane, NC 27302

Ashbury Crossing is an Active Adult, 55+ community conveniently located one mile from historic downtown Mebane, North Carolina. The only neighborhood of its kind in the area, Ashbury Crossing’s beautiful attached cottages and condominiums are designed s

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Real Estate Homes and Land

55+ communities, or active adult communities, are residential areas designed for individuals aged 55 and older. These communities offer a lifestyle tailored to older adults, featuring low-maintenance housing and various amenities such as fitness centers, swimming pools, and walking trails. Social interaction is encouraged through organized events, hobby groups, and recreational activities. Many communities provide additional services like healthcare facilities, transportation, and dining options. Located in desirable climates and scenic areas, they offer a serene and enjoyable living environment. The primary goal is to foster a vibrant, supportive atmosphere where residents can enjoy their retirement years with a focus on health, wellness, and social connections.

North Carolina has quietly become one of the most popular states in the country for retirement. Its milder climate attracts retirees. North Carolina is blessed with a varied topography, from coast to mountains

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