Walk to Downtown. Come Home to the Quiet.
The Hammocks at Southport sits just minutes from the heart of one of North Carolina's most beloved coastal towns. Leave your car in the driveway and walk — or hop on a golf cart — to Southport's waterfront, its restaurants, its boutiques, and the tree-lined streets that make this town unlike anywhere else on the Carolina coast.
Brunswick County, NC
A Community Worth Coming Home To
The Hammocks at Southport is a private 50-home coastal cottage community tucked along the edge of historic Southport, North Carolina. Situated in Brunswick County near the mouth of the Cape Fear River and the Intracoastal Waterway, this established neighborhood offers the kind of setting most people spend years searching for — beautiful homes, friendly neighbors, and a pace of life that reminds you what matters.
Our streets are quiet. Our yards are landscaped and cared for. Our neighbors know each other by name. And the best seafood on the Carolina coast is a short walk away.
50
Private Homes
coastal cottages
Brunswick
County
North Carolina
Walkable
Downtown
Southport waterfront
Situated near the Cape Fear River and the Intracoastal Waterway — Southport, NC 28461
Southport, NC
Life at the Edge of the Cape Fear
Southport, NC is not a secret — it's been called one of America's happiest seaside towns, and people who discover it tend to stay. Here's what your neighbors already know:
Walk to the waterfront.
Southport's 9-acre waterfront park sits along the Cape Fear River. Benches, swings, a boardwalk, and a view that never gets old. On a clear afternoon you might catch dolphins in the channel.
Eat like a local.
Provision Company, Fishy Fishy Café, Moore Street Market, The Frying Pan — Southport's restaurants are the real thing. Fresh-off-the-boat shrimp, waterfront dining, breakfast spots worth lining up for.
Browse downtown.
Howe Street runs beneath a canopy of centuries-old live oaks, lined with boutiques, art galleries, antique shops, and the kind of locally owned businesses that actually know your name.
History on every corner.
Southport's historic district has appeared in Dawson's Creek, The Secret Life of Bees, and more. The Old Smithville Burying Ground. The Civil War-era waterfront. A town that wears its history like a comfortable coat.
Beaches within reach.
Oak Island and Caswell Beach are minutes away. Oak Island Lighthouse. The Brunswick Islands. The coast stretches in every direction.
The laid-back coastal lifestyle.
This is the life people dream about — and at The Hammocks at Southport, you live right in the middle of it.
HOA Community · Southport NC
50 Homes. One Neighborhood. The Right Place to Be.
What makes The Hammocks different from every other neighborhood near the coast? Size, for one thing. With just 50 homes, this is a community where everyone knows who lives on their street. There are no strangers at The Hammocks — just neighbors you haven't met yet.
Our HOA exists to protect what we've built here: well-maintained properties, consistent standards, and a community that stays beautiful year after year. From architectural review to community events, the goal is simple — make The Hammocks a place homeowners are proud to call home.
Whether you're raising a family, retiring to the coast, or looking for the right community to put down roots, The Hammocks at Southport is worth a closer look.
50-Home Community
Small enough that neighbors know each other by name.
Well-Maintained Properties
Consistent HOA standards keep the neighborhood beautiful year after year.
Right for Everyone
Families, retirees, and anyone ready to put down roots on the Carolina coast.
Brunswick County, NC
Near the Cape Fear River, Intracoastal Waterway, and historic downtown Southport.
Life at The Hammocks
Nestled in the charming town of Southport, NC, The Hammocks offers the perfect blend of coastal living and community spirit. From our beautiful homes to our friendly neighbors, this is more than just a place to live—it's where memories are made.
- Minutes from beautiful Southport waterfront
- Active and welcoming community
- Well-maintained common areas
Established Community
Southport, NC
Community News & Tips
Helpful tips from your neighbors
Moths, Birds, and What It Means to Still Be Learning at 64
The Hammocks at Southport · August 2026 I want to tell you about the week I became a moth expert. I did not plan on this. I am 64 years old, and I thought by now I had a pretty reasonable handle on the world. Then the moths showed up. It started simply enough. I walked into my garage one morning and noticed something m
Before You Sign Anything: A Homeowner's Guide to Working with Contractors
The Hammocks at Southport August 2026 Have you ever planned a project, gotten completely swept up in the excitement of it, and then — somewhere between the delays, the surprises, and the results that didn't quite match the vision in your head — ended up with a knot of regret in your stomach? Most of us have. The pool t
The Stories in the Stones: A Walk Through Old Smithville Burying Ground
The Hammocks at Southport August 2026 At the corner of Nash and Rhett Streets in Southport, tucked beneath a canopy of giant oak trees, lies one of the most quietly remarkable places in Brunswick County. Two acres. 1,093 souls. More than two centuries of stories pressed into stone. The Old Smithville Burying Ground doe
Southport NC Beautification
The Hammocks at Southport June 2026 Ever consider how lucky we are to be living in such a beautiful area near the water? Southport is a gorgeous community, and the city works hard to keep it that way. Tucked into numerous corners of this town are little parks and public venues — all primarily maintained by city workers
Beautiful Art in the Neighborhood
The Hammocks at Southport June 2026 Five Artsy Chicks is a group of local artists who, in 2023, stopped saying "We should have a Christmas art show" and decided to actually make it happen. Three of the artists currently reside in The Hammocks, where the show has taken place in the coziness of different Hammocks homes.
Treasures at Low Tide: Shelling on the Cape Fear Coast
The Hammocks at Southport June 2026 There's a particular kind of quiet that comes over people when they're shelling. Heads down, eyes scanning the wet sand, moving slowly along the waterline — it's one of the most naturally meditative things you can do at the beach. And along the Brunswick Islands, with nearly 45 miles
Upcoming Southport Events
What's happening in our community
Cape Fear River Fishing Tournament
6:00 AM
Southport Marina
Compete for prizes in this annual fishing tournament on the Cape Fear River....
View details →Fourth Friday Art Walk
5:00 PM
Downtown Southport
Explore galleries and meet local artists during this vibrant monthly art walk....
View details →Oak Island Lighthouse Tour
10:00 AM
Oak Island Lighthouse
Experience a guided climb to the top of the iconic Oak Island Lighthouse....
View details →Waterfront Park Concert
6:00 PM
Southport Waterfront Park
Enjoy an evening of live music by the water with local bands and food vendors....
View details →Southport Garden Club Plant Sale
9:00 AM
Southport Community Center
Purchase native plants and learn gardening tips from local experts....
View details →Community Snapshots
Life at The Hammocks
Local Businesses
Trusted services in our community
Family-owned Italian restaurant and pizzeria featuring housemade pasta, wood-fired pizza, and locally caught seafood.
Your local electric cooperative for Brunswick County. Report outages, pay bills, and request service connections.
Licensed plumbers serving Brunswick County for over 30 years — repairs, water heaters, new construction, and emergency service.
HVAC installation, maintenance, and repair for Southport and Brunswick County homes. Licensed & insured.
Laid-back pub with craft beers, hand-tossed pizzas, and a great downtown Southport atmosphere.
Traditional American comfort fare with a Southern flair served from breakfast till dinner.
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