Winding River Plantation – Premier Golf & Water Lifestyle in Bolivia, NC

Welcome to Winding River Plantation


🌴 Winding River Main Entrance

Winding River Plantation is a luxurious, gated golf and waterfront community in Brunswick County, North Carolina — ideally situated in Bolivia, NC between the charming port town of Southport and the coastal hubs of Oak Island and Holden Beach. This masterfully planned community offers a dynamic lifestyle for retirees, active adults, and coastal homebuyers seeking resort‑style amenities, award‑winning golf, and water access.


📍 Location & Lifestyle Highlights

Winding River Plantation combines the best of coastal living and golf community life:

This enviable location supports a lifestyle rich in golf, boating, beach access, and everyday convenience — a blend that attracts retirees and second‑home buyers alike.


🏡 Homes & Real Estate in Winding River Plantation

Winding River Plantation offers a wide range of real estate options surrounded by nature, water, and golf:

Types of Homes:

  • Single‑family homes — custom and resale
  • Townhomes and condominiums
  • Waterfront properties with deep‑water views
  • Homesites and lots for custom building

Typical Price Ranges (indicative):

  • Homes: mid $200,000s to over $1,000,000+
  • Homesites/Lots: from tens of thousands up to $600,000+

This variety makes Winding River Plantation attractive to downsizers, golf enthusiasts, and those seeking coastal tranquility.


⛳ Carolina National Golf Club

Sunset at the Carolina Nations Golf Course in Winding River Plantation

At the heart of Winding River Plantation is the Carolina National Golf Club, a championship‑caliber course designed by PGA legend Fred Couples:

  • 27‑hole Audubon‑Certified Sanctuary Golf Course — one of the few in North Carolina NCGolf
  • Course divided into three 9‑hole layouts — Egret, Heron, and Ibis
  • Championship golf with varied terrain and scenic waterways

This unique course enhances both lifestyle appeal and real estate value — a major draw for retirees and golf players alike.


🏊 Resort‑Style Amenities

Resort style pool in Winding River Plantation

Winding River Plantation goes well beyond golf with resort‑grade community amenities, including:

Winding River Plantation Owners Club House

Club Lifestyle & Fitness

  • 9,000‑sq‑ft community clubhouse
  • Outdoor swimming pool and fitness center
  • Tennis, pickleball, and bocce ball courts
  • Walking and biking trails throughout the property

Waterfront Lifestyle

Winding River plantation Marina with kayak launch & slips
  • River House with marina and boat day slips
  • Kayak/canoe launch access to Lockwood Folly River
  • Private Beach Club on Holden Beach with oceanfront pool

Social & Recreation

  • Social clubs, events, and gatherings

These amenities promote active living, social interaction, and outdoor enjoyment year‑round.


🏙️ Who It’s Best For

Winding River Plantation is ideal for:

Golf enthusiasts looking for daily access to a top‑tier golf club
Retirees & active adults seeking a gated, low‑maintenance lifestyle
Nature lovers drawn to riverfront and marsh views
Beachgoers — only minutes to Holden Beach and Oak Island
Boaters and anglers with marina access on tidal waterways


🧭 Nearby Points of Interest

  • Historic Southport & waterfront parks
  • Atlantic beaches — Holden Beach & Oak Island
  • Shopping, dining & healthcare in Shallotte
  • Cultural attractions and services in Wilmington ~30 minutes away

📱 Ready to Learn More?

Want full details or help finding the perfect home in Winding River Plantation?
🔗Download the full Relocation Buyer’s Guide to see how this community stacks up with others across coastal North Carolina.

Or if you have any questions, please reach out to Suzanne Polino REALTOR at 910-477-1378

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