Southeastern North Carolina ‘s Shimmering Coast is home to St. James Plantation in the charming seaside town of Southport, and only minutes from historic Wilmington. St. James offers a sensational collection of recreational, social, and lifestyle amenities.

There are countless ways to stay active in this mild Carolina climate with four distinct seasons: perfect for enjoying outdoor concerts at our lakefront amphitheater, cycling with the St. James Bikers Club, volunteering with the service club or taking a class at the local college. Explore Southport’s antique shops, boutiques, restaurants and historical landmarks in the center of this quaint New England style village. Don’t miss Southport’s 4th of July celebration – the largest in the state!

Residents enjoy more than $100 million of completed first-class amenities: private oceanfront beach club, full-service ICW marina, 81-holes of championship golf, 36+ miles of walking/biking trails, four clubhouses and more than 100 social clubs.

Our four signature golf courses are “Audubon-Certified Cooperative Sanctuaries” and were created by some of the most celebrated designers including Jack Nicklaus, P.B. Dye, Tim Cate and Hale Irwin. If tennis is your game, we have 13 championship courts. We also have a state-of-the-art signature Wellness Center, bocce courts, and pickleball. It’s all yours at St. James!