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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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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

Bogue Watch

Bogue Watch

Bogue Watch

3797 Highway 24
Newport,, NC 28570

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

Somersby Park

Somersby Park

Somersby Park

130 South Main Street
Hendersonville, NC 28792

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, 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

French Broad Crossing

French Broad Crossing

French Broad Crossing

15 Cow Mountain Road
Marshall, NC 28753

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

Mason Landing Yacht Club

View of Yacht Club, Private Club House

Mason Landing Yacht Club

7439 Nautica Yacht Club Drive
Wilmington, NC 28411

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

Catatoga

Catatoga

Catatoga

1 Indian Creek Drive
Lake Toxaway, NC 28747

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

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

Picture a lush and peaceful place with breathtaking views that ...

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

Fearrington Village

Fearrington Village

Fearrington Village

2000 Fearrington Village Center
Pittsboro, NC 27312

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

Looking for a place that's new, adventurous and unique? This is it. Surrounded by Lake Wylie, it's as breathtaking as it is rich in history. There is just so much to explore and do, your guests may never want to leave. McLean has more than 130 acres of gr

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

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

Cutter Creek

Cutter Creek

Cutter Creek

2316 Highway 123 South
Snow Hill, NC 28580

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

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

The Legacy at Jordan Lake

The Legacy at Jordan Lake

The Legacy at Jordan Lake

1495 Big Woods Rd.
Chapel Hill, NC 27517

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

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

Cliffside of Hickory Nut Falls

Cliffside of Hickory Nut Falls

Cliffside of Hickory Nut Falls

PO Box 7, 401 Main Street
Chimney Rock Village, NC 28720

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

Grand Highlands

Grand Highlands

Grand Highlands

512 N. Main St.
Hendersonville, NC 28792

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

Trillium

Trillium

Trillium

One Trillium Center
Cashiers, NC 28717

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

Seaside Village

Seaside Village

Seaside Village

790 Sunset Blvd. North
Sunset Beach, NC 28468

Welcome to today’s “Main Street USA”--at the Beach! The Seaside Village at Sunset Beach, North Carolina is an exciting new “Lifestyle Center” community which offers its residents a place to play, work, entertain, or just plain relax. The concept

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

The Dorchester

The Dorchester

The Dorchester

12920 Dorman Road
Pineville, NC 28210

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Rental Homes

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

Falls Cove

Falls Cove

Falls Cove

107 Streamwood Road
Troutman, NC 28166

Falls Cove is a unique community, tucked away in 900 acres of forest, with something for everyone – a community comprised of two neighborhoods with distinct personalities. You may choose to spend your days at the 10-acre amenity park featuring a junior

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

Team Judy K

Team Judy K

Team Judy K

27 E Ridgeview Dr
Clayton, NC 27520

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, 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

Scenic Resort - MyMH

Scenic Resort - MyMH

Scenic Resort - MyMH

45 Scenic Drive
Asheville, NC 28805

Scenic Resort is an age-qualified resort located in Asheville, North Carolina, near the breathtaking ...

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

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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