Pelican Reef Real Estate

Welcome to Pelican Reef, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Hampstead, North Carolina! This charming subdivision offers a unique blend of coastal living and serene suburban comfort, making it an ideal choice for families, retirees, and anyone seeking a tranquil lifestyle near the water.

Pelican Reef is strategically located in Pender County, just a stone's throw away from the picturesque shores of the Atlantic Ocean. Residents enjoy easy access to stunning beaches, where sun-soaked days and sunset strolls become a cherished routine. The community is surrounded by lush landscapes and offers a variety of outdoor recreational opportunities, from kayaking in the nearby waterways to hiking along scenic trails.

One of the standout features of Pelican Reef is its welcoming atmosphere. The subdivision boasts beautifully designed homes with a range of architectural styles, catering to diverse tastes and preferences. Each property is thoughtfully positioned to maximize privacy while fostering a sense of community. With spacious yards and well-maintained common areas, families can enjoy outdoor gatherings, while children can play freely in a safe environment.

Convenience is paramount in Pelican Reef, with local shops, restaurants, and schools just a short drive away. Residents can enjoy the charm of Hampstead’s local eateries or indulge in a day of shopping at nearby boutiques. Plus, the vibrant cities of Wilmington and Jacksonville are within easy reach, providing even more dining, entertainment, and cultural options.

Discover the perfect blend of coastal charm and community spirit at Pelican Reef, where your dream home awaits!

Newest Listings in Pelican Reef

$639,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths

Welcome to this exceptional, meticulously maintained 4-bedroom, 3-full-bath home in the highly desirable waterfront community of Pelican Reef! Enjoy the coastal lifestyle just 10 minutes from the beach with access to a neighborhood dock on the Intracoastal Waterway, pool, tennis courts, clubhouse, and fitness center. This better than new home is filled with stunning architectural details and quality upgrades throughout the open and thoughtfully designed floor plan. The curb appeal on this home is off the charts. The inviting covered front porch welcomes you inside, where you'll find plantation shutters throughout, elegant coffered ceilings, rounded wall corners, and upscale touches. The lovely screened porch extends the living space outdoors and overlooks gorgeous landscaping, a fountain, and brick patios--perfect for relaxing or entertaining. This yard is a gardener's delight with vibrant perennials already established Additional highlights include a reverse osmosis system serving three sinks, a whole-house granulated carbon water filtration system, and an oversized garage with convenient storage nooks. For peace of mind and convenience, you'll appreciate the retractable hurricane shutters and whole house dual fuel generator with 2 propane tanks. With its beautiful indoor details, exceptional outdoor spaces, extensive upgrades, and fantastic Pelican Reef amenities, this home offers the perfect combination of comfort, style, and coastal living!

203 Whimbrel Way, Hampstead

$779,900

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths

Luxury Home in Pelican Reef | 107 South Grist Mill Road | Hampstead, NC Looking for a luxury home in Hampstead, NC with privacy, quality construction, and exceptional community amenities? Welcome to 107 South Grist Mill Road, a beautifully crafted home located in the highly desirable Pelican Reef gated community--just minutes from Topsail Island, public beaches, boat ramps, shopping, dining, and some of southeastern North Carolina's most sought-after schools. Designed for comfortable everyday living and effortless entertaining, this spacious home offers spacious ceilings, abundant windows, a large kitchen, generous living areas, and spacious walk-in closets throughout. An inviting enclosed sunroom and screened in porch both create the perfect space to enjoy your morning coffee, read a book, or unwind while overlooking the peaceful backyard. Built with long-term value and low-maintenance living in mind, this home features a FORTIFIED Roof, an encapsulated crawl space, durable composite decking, solid wood interior doors, a maintenance-free exterior, convenient generator hookup, and an oversized three-car garage with plenty of room for vehicles, golf carts, recreational equipment, or workshop space. Situated on a large, private homesite, the property offers the quiet setting many buyers are searching for while remaining close to everything Hampstead, Wilmington, and Jacksonville has to offer. Life in Pelican Reef is centered around the coastal lifestyle. Residents enjoy a gated entrance, beautiful clubhouse, community swimming pool, tennis courts, playground, private kayak launch, community pier into Virginia Creek, fishing dock in Heron Pond, and direct access to the Intracoastal Waterway via kayak/canoe/paddleboards. Whether you enjoy boating, kayaking, fishing, paddleboarding, or simply relaxing poolside, you'll appreciate everything this exceptional waterfront community and it's surroundings provide. The location is hard to beat. You're only minutes from Topsail Beach, Surf City, waterfront restaurants, marinas, golf courses, shopping, and historic downtown Wilmington. Public boat ramps and beach access make it easy to spend weekends on the water, while nearby parks and historic attractions offer something for everyone. If you've been searching for a luxury home in Hampstead, a home near Topsail Island, a gated community with waterfront amenities, or a coastal North Carolina home with a three-car garage and premium upgrades, this property deserves a place at the top of your list. 107 South Grist Mill Road offers the rare combination of quality construction, outstanding community amenities, an exceptional location, and the relaxed coastal lifestyle that makes Hampstead one of North Carolina's fastest-growing and most desirable places to call home. Schedule your private showing today and discover why so many buyers choose Pelican Reef for luxury coastal living.

107 S Grist Mill Rd, Hampstead

$149,900

Build Your Dream Home in Pelican Reef! Don't miss this rare opportunity to own one of the few last remaining homesites in the highly desirable Pelican Reef community! This beautiful 0.81-acre wooded cul-de-sac lot offers exceptional privacy and the perfect setting to create your custom dream home with the builder of your choice. Located within a gated community just off Hwy 17, residents enjoy an outstanding lifestyle with access to a community pool, tennis courts, fitness center, and elegant clubhouse. An added bonus: The majority of the property is located in Flood Zone Shaded X, which does not require a minimum finished floor elevation, offering added flexibility for your future home design. The lot is conveniently located between 111 and 112 W. High Bluff Drive. No sign is currently on the property. Bring your vision--and your builder--and make this exceptional homesite yours today!

22 W High Bluff Dr, Hampstead

$799,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths

Tucked away on a private 1.25-acre homesite in the sought-after Pelican Reef community, this is the kind of property buyers wait for--and rarely find. Set along the marsh with sweeping views of Virginia Creek, the home offers a level of privacy and natural beauty that's becoming increasingly hard to come by. Mornings unfold slowly here, with coffee on the porch as the marsh comes to life, and evenings settle in with quiet skies and water just beyond the trees. Inside, natural light pours through expansive windows, pulling the outdoors in and creating a calm, easy flow throughout the home. The screened porch becomes an extension of the living space--perfect for everything from quiet afternoons to gathering with friends--while the surrounding landscape offers a sense of stillness you simply can't recreate. The layout is both functional and intentional, with a main-level primary suite designed for everyday comfort and guest spaces upstairs that offer privacy and flexibility, including a private upper deck that captures the same peaceful setting from above. For those who value space, water, and a setting that feels removed yet still connected, Pelican Reef continues to stand out--and opportunities here are few and far between. Just minutes to Surf City beaches and a short drive to Wilmington, this is more than a home--it's a shift in pace, a long-term investment in lifestyle, and a rare chance to secure something truly special. 104 West High Bluff is the kind of place you don't just visit--you hold onto.

104 W High Bluff Dr, Hampstead

$325,000

Located in the gated community of Pelican Reef. This community has amenities galore including a pool, kayak launch, boat storage, tennis club membership, fishing dock and more. 4 bedroom septic permit in hand to build your dream home on and the sellers have plans in hand to build if interested and are willing to negotiate to purchase the plans. Drive down E High Bluff drive and take in the beautiful views of Virginia Creek and the Intracoastal. This location is one of a kind; steps from Virginia Creek which flows into the Intercoastal Waterway; just a short drive to Topsail Beaches and within a 25-minute drive south to Wilmington or north to Jacksonville. Soil evaluation completed together with 4 bedroom permit good through October 1, 2026. Clear the lot as desired and start construction of your dream home.

Lot 35 High Bluff, Hampstead

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