North Carolina Communities
This Retirement Dream Job Rocks!
by Jim Hughes The way Mike Haase sees it, you’re never too old to rock-and-roll. He’s living proof. He might be over sixty and ten years into a debilitating fight with Parkinson’s, but put him up on stage with a guitar in his hand and a dancing throng in front of him and suddenly the…
Read MorePalmetto Creek and the Green Swamp Preserve
About twenty miles from historic Wilmington, North Carolina, is the community of Palmetto Creek. Situated perfectly between the Southern charm of Wilmington and the excitement of Myrtle Beach, Palmetto Creek features amenities like six miles of walking and biking trails, a fitness center, resort-style pool, tennis courts, a putting green, kayak and canoe launch, and…
Read MoreWilmington Earns Title of Best Riverfront in America
Wilmington Earns Title of Best Riverfront in America Chosen by readers of USA Today and 10Best, Wilmington, NC has been named the Best American Riverfront city. It’s no wonder that Wilmington was voted number one with the beach just minutes away and the Riverwalk (pictured right) downtown, many locals claim it’s a big bonus. Best…
Read MoreBucket List Fall Trips
50 Fall Destinations to Add to Your Bucket List By Deborah R. Huso Where to go with the leaves start changing? We’ve got you covered with 50 ideas for fun fall destinations around the country. Head West Rainier, WA: Hike the 5.4-mile Skyline Trail from Paradise to Panorama Point, and experience beautiful meadows, snowfields with…
Read MoreCulinary Artistry – Bald Head Island
Top chefs from around the country delight club members with their culinary creations. Ideal-Living magazine highlights five notable chefs from private clubs throughout the South. Find out what inspires them, and even try your hand at one of their recipes. Be sure to visit www.ideal-living.com for
upcoming interviews.
12 Oaks – Designed for Gracious Southern Living
12 Oaks – Designed for Gracious Southern Living Holly Springs, North Carolina, is the quintessential southern town with annual chili cook-offs, regularly attended town meetings, and holiday festivities for the entire community (there’s a “haunted hayride” at the Sugg Farm property for this month!). It was named for the 40-foot holly trees which stand over…
Read MoreThe End of Summer Doesn’t Mean The End of Fun for Wilmington! | Ideal-LIVING Magazine
Throughout the summer, Wilmington, Wrightsville Beach and the other surrounding beach towns have held weekly concerts and movie nights, which will continue through the fall as well. Another continuous event is the Fourth Friday Gallery Walk in downtown Wilmington, which is year round, where guests can visit the participating galleries downtown and enjoy local art, live music, wine and hors d’oevre
Read MoreSouthport, NC – A Quaint Fishing Village Rich with History
Southport, NC – A Quaint Fishing Village Rich with History St. James Plantation, The Number One-Selling Community In The Coastal Carolinas, is just a quick drive to a number of lovely cities and towns, including the charming city of Southport. Spend the day in this coastal city and get to know its fascinating history. Smithville,…
Read MoreSouthport NC’s Best Restaurants For Divine Dining
There’s nothing better than a great meal, right? Whether you’re searching for breakfast, lunch, dinner or happy hour, try Southport NC’s best restaurants for some divine dining. St. James Plantation residents aren’t going hungry in their hometown, that’s for sure!
Read MoreCalabash, NC – Perfectly Placed Paradise
Calabash, NC – Perfectly Placed Paradise Beacon Townes, a Pulte Homes community located in Calabash, NC, can offer you everything you’ve been looking for in a coastal community. From gorgeous townhomes to beautiful beaches, lots of golf and exciting nearby cities, Beacon Townes has it all. Featuring three different floorplans, you’re sure to find the…
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