Serving as a regional hub for the North Carolina Coastal Federation, the Fred and Alice Stanback Coastal Education Center is a unique destination in the heart of Wrightsville Beach that offers a wealth of events and activities to appeal to coastal explorers everywhere. This distinctive center that is housed within the historic 1946 historic Palmgren-O'Quinn cottage features a range of classes, programs, and fun activities that all shine a spotlight on how diverse and fascinating the Cape Fear coastline can be.
The Fred and Alice Stanback Coastal Education Center has regular events throughout the summer which are targeted to both young and adult vacationers. Kids will love the myriad of outdoor activities, which are all part of the Coastal Adventure Series, and which can include special outings like a guided coastal walk through some of the region’s coolest waters. In addition, the Center features “Touch Tank Tuesdays,” where visitors can meet and greet with under-the-water residents and learn all about their area habitats, as well as regular guest lectures from renowned speakers and scientists from all across the area. Always entertaining, the Fred and Alice Stanback Coastal Education Center is the perfect place to discover what the “wild” life on the Cape Fear coastline is all about.
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Renowned as a small but substantial piece of Southport’s history that was almost lost in the wake of 2016’s Hurricane Matthew, the Southport City Dock reopened to grand acclaim in the 2021, and has regained its reputation as a popular Southport tourism destination ever since.
Fort Johnston is a remarkable visitors’ center and museum that has deep historic roots in the early years of Southport’s long and storied history. Located on the edge of the waterfront downtown area along Bay Street, the stoic and regal looking brick structure, complete with four two-story white pillars, is an imposing but impressive site in this historic corner of the Cape Fear coastline.
OCEAN VIEWS from this ADORABLE 1 bedroom, 1 full bath condo, just steps away from the ocean. This clean, top floor condo is located right smack in the middle of the majestic Carolina Beach north end, with the harbor on one side and the Carolina Beach handsome big blue sea on the other. The view from the condo balcony is Amazing. Water vistas from right and left of this condo. It will for sure immerse you in the water front. The salty air will work to calm your soul. You may never want to leave. While sitting on the balcony of this condo you can savor watching boats and paddle boarders come and go to CB all day long. You may even get a glimpse of the dolphin that are regularly in the harbor. The beautiful sunsets along with the early morning sunrises over the Atlantic will help set you at tranquility. This condo is just steps from the ocean, one block from the harbor, one block from your local market where you can grab any last min. items for the day. This cute corner beachie market also serves delicious local coffee, burgers to breakfast burritos. The paddle board /kayak rental venue is also at this same location. This condo encourage you to relax and just beach it for the day or motivate you to try some water sport fun on the harbor. The Carolina Beach Boardwalk is close and great for all ages for a nighttime of fun on the town. Carolina Beach has many family owned local eateries to choose from. Great food, donuts and ice cream, not to mention, the fantastic civil war history of the island and the NC Aquarium is a short drive down the road.This condo also accepts greats options to appreciate a peaceful dinner cooked in your very own kitchen. The condo has silverware - coffee maker to wineglasses. Don’t forget a washer and dryer, to help pack lighter, and two assigned parking spots. Come and visit you will not be disappointed!!!
- Carolina Beach
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 4