Figure Eight Island Homes Give You Paradise on Your Doorstep

Figure Eight Island, NC offers luxury homes for sale in an exclusive, pristine environment ideal for those who seek privacy. Although the island was discovered by English settlers and granted to James Moore in 1762, nothing was ever developed there until the mid-1900s. Not until celebrities enjoyed visits to beautifully styled and appointed beach homes in the 1980s and 1990s did Figure Eight Island become a destination known as the ‘Hamptons’ of the Southeast.

Not far from Wilmington, NC, Figure Eight Island with less than 5 miles of shoreline may just as well be in the middle of nowhere. With palatial homes designed by some of the country’s top architects, this gated and guarded community of roughly 475 homes offers peace, privacy and tranquility. There are no commercial businesses on the island so residents gratefully enjoy what nature has to offer right outside their front doors. Swimming and surfing, fishing and boating, kayaking and nature watching are just some of the pursuits available. Shells abound along the quiet northern and southern crystal blue water inlets of the island and the lush vegetation makes it seem like a sub-tropical paradise.

For those seeking a personal haven or an investment opportunity, there are Figure Eight Island NC homes for sale with a wide variety of options. Most have many bedrooms at the least but some offer all types of extras such as swimming pools, tennis courts, boat slips, decks and gourmet kitchens. The one thing all of these fabulous homes have in common, though, is the outstanding views in all directions.

There are many options for fine dining, boutique shopping, cultural events and entertainment in Wilmington and further south along the coast and Brunswick barrier islands that are easily accessible by boat, but the true allure of Figure Eight Island is the opportunity to stay out of the mainstream and relax.

Currently, the Figure Eight Homeowners’ Association technically owns and manages the island in ensuring that private homeowners are happy and the environment is protected. Private homes may be rented out and if you are considering buying property as an investment, rentals are handled through a local property management company.

If you are interested in Figure Eight Island, NC, homes for sale, the David Benford Real Estate company, a local office of Landmark Sotheby’s International Realty will provide you with excellent service. Involved in local real estate for over 30 years, David Benford has the experience and connections to help you find the perfect home for your personal or investment needs.