Southport, NC

Tucked away just below Wilmington, NC and the mouth of the Cape Fear River you'll find Southport, NC. This historic town, located in Brunswick County, is close enough to Wilmington to reach the conveniences of a big city and college campuses, yet just out of reach of the interstate traffic. Steeped in local legend, Southport's appeal lies in curiosities ranging from Orton Plantation gardens' to Victorian-style century homes.

The downtown locale is a mix of historical old buildings and attractions; there are various galleries and antique shops, restaurants, museums, or watch transoceanic vessels pass by at Waterfront Park. For the outdoor enthusiast enjoy golfing, sailing or even skydiving in the area.

For quite a while, the city of Southport seemed to escape the commercial and residential development taking place all around it, but in the last few years, the town has seen substantial development in and around town, especially between Southport and adjacent Oak Island where Wal-Mart, Lowes, banks, plazas, hotels, restaurants and other commercial enterprises have sprung up. Whether you simply soak in the Old-South atmosphere or visit the sites, Southport is a location to discover the old and enjoy it anew.