Porters Neck Plantation and Country Club’s prime location, just four miles north of Wilmington, NC and adjacent to the Intracoastal Waterway, allows residents to take pleasure in the Port City’s rich history and natural coastal setting. Money Magazine has called Wilmington N.C. “One of the 12 Best Places to Vacation in America,” and Forbes Magazine named it one of the “Best Places to Live and Work in America”.

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Historic Wilmington and the Cape Fear Coast

Charming historic downtown Wilmington, brimming with history and genteel hospitality, is only a 10 minute drive away. Located on a scenic peninsula between the Altantic Ocean and the Cape Fear River, our historic port city offers a unique blend of city conveniences and coastal charms. The Port City offers a wide-array of activities for all ages from horse-drawn carriage rides to tours of the U.S.S. North Carolina Battleship. Enjoy a walk along the Cape Fear Riverfront boardwalk and explore unique boutiques, gourmet restaurants, sidewalk entertainers and local filming scenes. Downtown Wilmington is full of historical landmarks, like the Cottage Exchange, Bellamy Mansion, and Thalian Hall, and home to Riverfest Street Festival and the North Carolina Azalea Festival.

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Local Beaches & Marinas

Porters Neck Plantation is only minutes away from Wrightsville Beach and Topsail Beach, both offering pleasure to anyone who enjoys fishing, boating, surfing or simply lounging by the seaside. Local restaurants are sure to please your palette with a diverse and delicious selection of fresh seafood, plus stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean or Intracoastal Waterway.

Porters Neck Plantation is adjacent to the Intracoastal Waterway and provides convenient access to local marinas including Bradley Creek Marina, Atlantic Marina, Scottshill Marina and Harbor Village Marina. Porters Neck Plantation residents have direct access to the Atlantic Ocean through the community’s private dock, boat ramp and picnic area located on the Intracoastal Waterway – the perfect escape for boaters, kayakers, beachcombers and more.

Shopping

Porters Neck Plantation is just minutes away from the area’s newest shopping centers with excellent restaurants and stores including Mayfair Town Center, The Forum and Lumina Station. The area's diverse shopping choices also include more than 35 art galleries, 30 antique shops and an assortment of boutique stores throughout Wilmington.

Historic Plantations and Area Museums

Wilmington has preserved its Southern charm through the restoration of historic plantations and beautiful gardens. Arlie Gardens, Orton Plantation and Popular Grove Plantation are a few of the area’s most admired places for a picnic amongst blooming azaleas or under century-old Live Oak trees.

Check out the numerous museums for fine art lovers, children, and railroad and history buffs, including North Carolina's oldest history museum. Cape Fear Museum, Cape Fear Children’s Museum, Cameron Art Museum, U.S.S Battleship Memorial and N.C. Aquarium at Fort Fisher are just a few local favorites.

 Climate

Wilmington’s temperate climate and average of 212 days of sunshine a year has attracted people from all over the country. Wilmington has four mild seasons, perfect for enjoying all outdoor activities. Average annual temperature is 65.7°. Average summer high is 85.1° and average winter high is 61°.

Schools

Our area is also served by some of the finest schools in North Carolina. Porters Neck is located just north of The University of North Carolina at Wilmington, a US News and World Report "top 10 public university in the Southeast," which offers extensive continuing education courses for nominal fees. Located in downtown Wilmington, Cape Fear Community College specializes in a wide range of technical courses in two and four year programs. Porters Neck Plantation residents are served by Blair Elementary School, Noble Middle School and E.A. Laney High School. In addition to public schools, Wilmington offers many private educational institutions including Friends School of Wilmington, The Lyceum Academy, Cape Fear Academy, Wilmington Christian Academy, Wilmington Arts and Science, and Isaac Bear Early College High School.

Hospitals

Wilmington is home to a large and diverse group of medical specialists and served by two well-acclaimed hospitals. New Hanover Regional Medical Center is the leading health care provider in the Southeast and has been recognized for its esteemed nursing program. The Cape Fear Memorial Hospital offers an award-winning cardiac care unit and the new Zimmer Cancer Institute.