Luxury, Brick Homes at Orchid Bay at Waterford. Minutes to downtown Wilmington.

Imagine having everything you need so close to home. Orchid Bay is located in the world class development of Waterford, just minutes from Downtown Wilmington and area beaches. The established Leland community is less than a mile from all types of dining, boutiques, shops and a full service medical facility for unbelievable convenience. Not to mention a vacation’s worth of amenities.
“Residents can enjoy a swimming pool and clubhouse, fitness center, lighted tennis facility, volleyball court, large lake and man-made beach,” lauds New Home Specialist Beth Burgee. “There are also walking trails and finger lakes that escort you through the neighborhood. There are lots of golf options nearby as well.”
Stevens Fine Homes just completed 4 new homes and 2 more are on the way in Orchid Bay at Waterford. Brick, one-story homes start at $299,900 and are available in luxury and premium design packages. 
All of these well-appointed homes feature a brick exterior with shake accents, granite countertops, fireplace with granite surround, Markraft cabinets, GE® stainless steel appliances, Moen® brushed nickel plumbing hardware, soaker tub in the master bathroom, crown molding and wainscoting , engineered hardwood  flooring, stain-resistant carpet, screened-in porch, patio, upgraded landscaping package, and many energy saving features.
The Mimosa home plan at 1021 Ginger Lily Way features an open home plan with 2,252 square feet of living space, three bedrooms, three-and-a-half bathrooms, finished bonus room, and a split bedroom layout, listed at $315,720.
Another noteworthy model is the Birch home plan at 1027 Ginger Lily Way, a 2,459 square foot, three bedroom, three bathroom home with a finished bonus room and screened porch, listed at $330,300.
“We also have several homesites to choose from for those who wish to build.  Buyers can make use of the Stevens Fine Homes Design Studio to personalize their homes from hundreds of design options, and be in their new home in as little as 120 days,”

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Handy Wilmington NC Relocation Information

Wilmington NC is nestled between the Atlantic Ocean and the Cape Fear River. With a sixty-two percent raise in population in the last decade, it is a rapidly growing community. Today approximately 97,000 people call Wilmington home. Although this dynamic city has grown and developed, it has retained its small town atmosphere.
The city is famous for its breathtaking beaches, amazing seafood restaurants, and historic plantations; but this city's most enchanting quality are her residents. The people of Wilmington are kind, welcoming, and hardworking; they are proud to call Wilmington home.
The local economy is thriving with companies such as: G.E., Du Pont, and Corning with installations here. There are also a number of smaller technological firms; AAI and Pharmaceutical Product Development are a couple. Through a collaborative effort between local government and private industry, the local economy is robust. This partnership is dedicated to offering local businesses all the assistance and resources needed for success, and it is working.
The cultural opportunities in Wilmington are endless; aquariums, museums, historical sites, festivals, libraries, film studios, theatres, plantations and more can be enjoyed in this richly cultured city. Some of the favorites are the annual Azalea festival, and the Ghost Walk of Old Wilmington. A tourist favorite is following the filming of the hit TV shows Dawson's Creek and One Tree Hill. Currently, the hit series Revolution is being filmed and the major production Iron Man 3 was recently filmed in Wilmington.
Residents enjoy a variety of recreational activities. There are numerous parks and recreation facilities throughout the city. The Boxing and Physical Fitness Center is new to the city, it offers similar activities as local health clubs for a fraction of the price. Greenfield Grind Skate Park is a new skate park created from the hard work of volunteers. Fit for Fun is a parent-child interaction center offering all types of activities. Greenfield Amphitheater is a venue for performances, programs, festivals, and exhibitions for the community.
There are also a number of grassy parks with playgrounds, golf courses, community pools offering swimming lessons and free swim, stadiums and more. There are activities available for all types of recreation, and the temperate climate allows for outdoor recreation any time of year.
Antique shopping is a favorite past-time of locals and tourists, and there are numerous antique shops to choose from. North Carolina is known for its furniture production, and there are many beautiful furniture outlets locally. There are wonderful restaurants in town, many situated along the waterfront; seafood restaurants, fine dining, deli's, family restaurants and everything in between is available.
There are several colleges and Universities in and around the Wilmington area. The University of North Carolina-Wilmington is located in the city, Miller-Motte Business College, and the Cape Fear Community College are all in town. Nearby there are several other Universities to choose from.
There is an impressive public education system in the city, along with a large number of private schools available. The teachers and community strive for success in education, and the district's national test results reflect their hard work and pride.
Wilmington is a wonderful city for family, business, and recreation. It is rapidly growing and expanding. The city's rare combination of small town charm, high tech business opportunity, and proud citizenry create a highly desirable place to live.
Here are some additional links with Wilmington NC relocation information,
Cape Fear Relocation Guide
Wilmington Demographic info
NC job search
Wilmington area Home Search
Request Free Relocation information
Sell my home in Wilmington NC
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Wrightsville Beach Recognized as One of World's 'Best Surf Towns'

 

WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, N.C. -- Wrightsville Beach is one of the "World's 20 Best Surf Towns" according to a recent National Geographic list.

According to the publication, overall factors other than just the waves were taken into account when coming up with the list including restaurants, lodging and things to do.

In 2014 National Geographic named Wrightsville Beach one of the country’s best remaining beach towns, and it was also among four N.C. beaches to receive "Superstar Status" by the National Resources Defense Council in 2014.

New 1 story design to be built in the Ogden area

Introducing the 1 Story Danforth in Village Park!

Stevens Fine Homes is excited to announce the addition of the Danforth home plan to Village Park at West Bay Estates, conveniently located in Ogden!  

This one-story, open floor plan features vaulted ceilings, 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and a bonus room over the garage with an optional 3rd bathroom. The Danforth comes with 1,658 heated square feet and starts at $186,900!

Village Park is eligible for 100% financing with the USDA loan program. Contact us for more information about this new home plan and any of our available home sites.

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Wilmington, NC ~ One of the healthiest housing markets of 2009

Wilmington, NC got some great news from Builder, the information source for the home building industry. Although most markets were down last year, some markets way outperformed others. Wilmington, NC was ranked 14th in the country when comes to healthy housing markets.Wilmington,


According to Builder, “Wilmington has the second highest ratio of permits pulled per resident….” Proving again Wilmington, NC is wonderful place to live with access to the Atlantic Ocean, Cape Fear River, Historic Waterfront, The University of North Carolina at Wilmington, and much, much more. Even with all of these wonderful reasons to live here in Wilmington, the median home price was still only $198,700. =

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New community offering - Compass Pointe

Located off routes 74-76, less than 10 min. from downtown Wilmington, on 2,200 acres of what are described as the highest point in Brunswick Country, North Carolina, Compass Pointe is a huge undertaking that, like Brunswick Forest, Waterford of the Carolinas, and Magnolia Greens will be developed over 10+ years. First phases will include townhomes, patio homes, tropical-style homes, and custom home lots with townhome prices starting in the $150's and home and land prices starting in the $200's.Planned amenities, in addition to a village-style shopping area, will eventually include a 27-hole golf course, a tennis complex, swimming pools, fitness center, canoe and kayak launch, soccer field, many walking trails, a dog park, and an amphitheater. Compass Pointe has aready been named an Audubon International Gold Signature Community and will have at least two Audubon bird sanctuaries. Golf cart lanes on both sides of community roads will encourage alternative transportation use.
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If you're thinking about a move to the Wilmington NC area, This relocation guide is your total resource for relocation information in the Cape Fear Coast, Wilmington, New Hanover Beaches, Hampstead, Topsail Island, North Brunswick County, South Brunswick County and surrounding areas of North Carolina beach areas and NC coast.

The Relocation Guide is written for people relocating to this specific area, the guide also offers comprehensive up-to-date information in the prime relocation season to help new residents settle into their new home as easily and as stress-free as possible. Among the recurring departments are:

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U.S.News & World Report Again Names UNCW a Top 10 Public Master's University in the South

For the eleventh consecutive year, the University of North Carolina Wilmington ranks as one of the top 10 public master's universities in the South according to U.S.News & World Report. U.S.News also placed UNC Wilmington fifth on its list of "up-and-coming" master's universities in the South.

This year, for the first time, U.S.News asked the top college officials who respond to its annual peer assessment survey to identify schools that fit the profile of an up-and-coming institution. Their survey identified 70 colleges and universities that have recently made "the most promising and innovative changes in academics, faculty, students, campus or facilities." UNC Wilmington was fifth on that list for the South, tied with James Madison University in Virginia and Union University in Tennessee.

In the South, UNCW ranks sixth among public master's universities in the 2009 edition, which is also where the university was ranked in 2008. Among all 121 public and private universities in the South that provide a full range of undergraduate and master's level programs, the overall ranking of UNCW stayed steady at 14th.

In addition, UNC Wilmington placed extremely well in the 2008 Forbes special report on America's Best Colleges. According to Forbes, UNCW ranks second among the public universities in North Carolina, behind only the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. UNCW also was rated second among its peer institutions, with only James Madison University ranking higher. Other universities on UNCW's peer institution list include the College of Charleston, the College of William and Mary, Murray State University, the College of New Jersey, Towson University and California Polytechnic State University at San Luis Obispo.

"It is gratifying to be recognized for our institutional achievements by U.S.News & World Report and Forbes," said Chancellor Rosemary DePaolo. "We have seven strategic goals that drive everything we do at UNCW, and we are making steady progress in every one of those areas, which is reflected in these rankings. It is a tribute to the daily efforts of our faculty and staff to ensure the most powerful academic experience possible for our students."

UNC Wilmington continues to be the first-choice university for a growing number of high-achieving high school students. UNCW's total enrollment for fall 2008 is expected to exceed 12,500 students. The university's freshman class of more than 1,200 students has an average SAT score of 1156 and an average high school grade point average of 3.75.

The complete U.S.News & World Report rankings can be viewed online at www.usnews.com or in the September 1 issue of U.S News & World Report, available for newsstand sale Monday, Aug. 26. The 2009 America's Best Colleges guidebook will be available as of Tuesday, August 27.

Source:Dana Fischetti, manager of news and media relations, 910.962.7259 or fischettid@uncw.edu

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