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About this home
Better than new coastal home in in the highly desirable Woodlands neighborhood of St. James Plantation is ready to welcome its next owner. With its fresh coastal exterior and beautifully maintained landscaping, the curb appeal immediately sets the tone for what awaits inside. Step through the spacious foyer and immediately appreciate the thoughtful design. To the left upon entry is a huge storage room which is a rare and highly functional feature offering exceptional space for seasonal décor, pantry overflow, hobbies, or organized everyday living. Continuing forward, a guest bedroom and full bath are privately positioned at the front of the home. Just beyond, the formal dining room is located to the right--graciously sized and ideal for hosting holidays or intimate dinners. The foyer then opens into an inviting open-concept living area designed for both comfort and entertaining. Coffered ceilings and a striking fireplace add architectural interest and warmth to the family room, while natural light fills the space and enhances the home's welcoming feel. The chef's kitchen is both elegant and functional, featuring granite countertops, a large center island, custom glazed cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and abundant storage. A light-filled breakfast area provides the perfect setting for morning coffee. The lanai has been enhanced with a professionally finished Sunspace enclosure and epoxy flooring, creating exceptional year-round living and entertaining space. The primary suite is a relaxing retreat highlighted by a trey ceiling that adds height and sophistication. The spa-inspired ensuite bath features dual granite vanities, a large walk-in tiled shower, an expansive walk-in closet, and convenient access to the laundry room. A second guest space, currently used as an office but easily serving as a third bedroom, is privately positioned at the rear of the home and offers peaceful backyard views. Additional standout features include a whole-home generator for added peace of mind, epoxy garage flooring with custom storage cabinetry, and a Leaf Guard gutter system. Enjoy the exceptional St. James lifestyle with four gated entrances and 24/7 security, scenic parks, miles of walking and biking trails, dog parks, an amphitheater, a private oceanfront beach club with pool, and a full-service marina with Beacon 315 restaurant and tiki bar. Optional Club membership, available separately, offers access to six dining venues, five pools, four country clubs, three fitness centers, 81 holes of championship golf, monthly fitness and wellness classes, championship tennis, pickleball, croquet, and more. Club amenities are available only with the appropriate Club membership and are not included with POA ownership alone.
Highlights
Property details
- MLS
- Hive MLS
- MLS #
- 100555915
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Subdivision
- St James
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 238
- On market date
- August 18, 2026
- Stories
- N/A
- Total bathrooms
- 2
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Parking spaces
- 2
- Lot size
- 0.32 acres
Location
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Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.
- Enrollment
- 499
- Student:teacher ratio
- 15.1:1
- District
- Brunswick County Schools
- Enrollment
- 636
- Student:teacher ratio
- 17.2:1
- District
- Brunswick County Schools
- Enrollment
- 365
- Student:teacher ratio
- 33.2:1
- District
- Brunswick County Schools
Walkability
Blended score for Southport's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). EPA National Walkability Index only -- nearby-amenity data not cached yet for this area.
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Data source: Listing information provided by Hive MLS via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated 20 days ago.
Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.







