The Local Area

THE BEST OF ISLAND
LIVING IN THE COASTAL SOUTH

Blackbeard himself knew the 26-mile-long barrier island was the hidden gem of North Carolina as he launched his attacks in the 1700s from the shallow inlets of Topsail Island. In the years since, folks have found Topsail Beach, North Topsail, and Surf City equally as desirable as the infamous pirate. The coastal island is a beacon for those that wish to wind down, reconnect, and thrive. It’s “a place to enjoy the beach in its purest, simplest form—without the crowds or chaos of some popular coastal towns.”*

Conveniently located equidistant between Topsail Beach and Surf City, ACCOLADE is also perfectly situated within walking distance of two beach access locations. Living on Topsail Island offers a rural beach feel while still offering a variety of shops, restaurants, coffee shops, microbreweries, and bars. The best mornings start at Sunrise Bagel Company and Daybreak Donuts, a short distance from ACCOLADE. From there, choose from countless adventures to pursue. Visit Soundside Park featuring a big playground and places to picnic, fish, and a kayak/boat launch. Walk along the Surf City Pier. Tour the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue & Rehabilitation Center. Take a Tiki Tour boat tour or an Eco Tour with Ecological Marine Adventures. Rent a boat. Hit the 50 South Surf Shop. Take lessons at the Surf City Surf School. There's something for everyone.


*Topsail Beach, Best Little Beach Town in America by TripAdvisor


Topsail Beach, Best Little Beach
Town in America by TripAdvisor


Boating and fishing are legendary on the island—the waters off the coast are teeming with marlin, flounder, grouper, trout, crab, clams, oysters, and scallops. Just visit Stump Sound, the seven-mile lagoon filled with some of the best oysters, notorious for their salty taste and putting them at the top of oyster-lovers’ must-haves. Even loggerhead turtles know the island is an ideal place to bring their family—for hundreds of years they’ve laid their eggs on the sea turtle sanctuary’s beaches and dunes. In late summer and early fall, the hatchlings make their way back to the ocean.

The network of health professionals and medical centers near the island and within the neighboring communities provide exceptional medical care, including Novant Health. The public and private schools available near the island are highly rated. It’s the ideal spot to make the move to island life with the local community infrastructure that will suit you and your family’s lifestyle. Mouthwatering local seafood, full beach activities, a mild climate, and overall quality of living that’s second to none—ACCOLADE is a must see for beach lovers.
 

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ACCOLADE Topsail NC Beachfront Property Resort-Style Pool with Open-Air Covered Pool Cabana

ACCOLADE Topsail NC Beachfront Property Green Space with Private Outdoor Nooks

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Historic downtown Wilmington, NC along the Cape Fear River is just a short 25-minute drive from the ACCOLADE community. The culture of the historic downtown features world-class entertainment, boutique shopping, fine dining, festivals, tours, and other must-see experiences. Wilmington is known to film junkies as “Hollywood East” and is the home of EUE/Screen Gems Studios. Catch one of the many Broadway tours, national touring concert, and comedy acts at Cape Fear Community College’s Wilson Center. Enjoy live theatre and cinematique film series at the Historic Thalian Hall, where Wilmington residents and guests have been entertained since 1858.

Enjoy live concerts and special events at Live Oak Bank Pavilion at Riverfront Park, Wilmington’s state-of-the-art boutique outdoor amphitheater on the northern end of the Riverwalk. Airlie Gardens is a must see in Wilmington as a gorgeous historic public garden by the sea with events, exhibits, and a summer concert series. Take a guided tour of the USS North Carolina (BB-55), the first new battleship to join the fleet in nearly two decades and established a maritime presence in many operations throughout WWII. She was decommissioned in 1947, was transferred to the state and became a memorial and museum in Wilmington. The historic downtown area offers a quaint small town feel and was named the “Best American Riverfront” by USA Today.
 

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AWARD-WINNING TOPSAIL BEACH
 

Best North Carolina Beaches
U.S. News | Sep 13, 2023

Topsail Island Named 2021's Best Beach
in North Carolina by NC Tripping

The Daily News | Jan 4, 2022
 

15 Best Beaches in North Carolina
Southern Living | Apr 1, 2023

Topsail Island Named 'Best' in the USA
Jacksonville Daily News | Aug 15, 2016
 

16 Best Beaches in North Carolina
Travel & Leisure | May 20, 2022

9 Reasons Topsail Island Lives Up to 'Best in the USA' Title
Wilmington Star News | Aug 14, 2016

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