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COASTAL ESCAPES
Each month, Cape Fear Living spotlights coastal vacation property from Sea Scape Properties, spanning from Ocean Isle Beach to North Topsail Beach. These hand-picked retreats offer more than just a place to stay — they’re backdrops for lifelong memories, whether you’re planning a family reunion, a dream wedding, or a simple escape to unwind.
2 days ago7 min read


BACK DOOR KITCHEN TOUR 2025: Where History, Hospitality, and Community Spirit Meet
On Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the heart of Wilmington will open its doors. The Residents of Old Wilmington (ROW) present their much-loved Back Door Kitchen Tour, now in its 52nd year—a tradition that continues to capture the city’s soul while raising vital funds for local nonprofits.
Aug 202 min read


THE FACES OF CAPE FEAR REAL ESTATE
Allow us to introduce Emmeline Yennaco, whose passion for design, history, and community is evident in her approach to real estate. From her early fascination with architecture to her commitment to making clients feel supported and understood, she embodies what makes Wilmington's real estate scene so special.
Aug 184 min read


COASTAL ESCAPES
Sea Scape Properties is proud to be the exclusive partner of The 100 Collection™ in Wrightsville Beach — a designation that signifies not just a beautiful home, but an elevated, trustworthy, and personalized vacation experience.
Aug 133 min read


HARBOR TIDE ESTATE: THE CROWN JEWEL OF BIG LOLLIPOP BAY
Harbor Tide Estate isn’t just a luxurious place to stay—it’s the kind of home that becomes a part of your memoryscape. Where kids learn to paddleboard at dawn, where laughter echoes across a bay lit in gold, and where the salt air lingers long after you leave.
Jun 193 min read


OCEANFRONT LUXURY MEETS LAID-BACK COASTAL LIVING ON WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH.
Each month, Cape Fear Living will spotlight a unique coastal vacation property from Sea Scape Properties, spanning from Ocean Isle Beach to North Topsail Beach.
Apr 163 min read


MEET THE CHEF: SALITA PIZZA'S JIM DIECCHIO
In the world of food, true passion often emerges from humble beginnings, and Chef Jim Diecchio of SalitaPizza is a perfect example of that.
Apr 94 min read


COAST GUARD ROOTS TO COASTAL RETREATS: The Story Behind The Palms of Wilmington
The Palms of Wilmington is Kate & Zac Hubbell's love letter to Wilmington, NC.
Mar 104 min read


FROM SANTE FE TO WILMINGTON: A Journey of Art, Passion, and Personal Collections.
Trish and Ric Rioux's journey into the world of art collecting began almost three decades ago during a trip to Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Mar 66 min read


A SEA SCAPE PROPERTY RETREAT TO SEA HAVEN
Each month, Cape Fear Living will spotlight a unique coastal vacation property from Sea Scape Properties.
Feb 133 min read


SHELTON METAL EXPANDS CREATIVITY INTO HOMEWARE COLLECTION
Colby Byrd, the visionary jewelry designer behind Shelton Metal, has long been known for his ability to craft unique, sculptural pieces.
Jan 314 min read


BIG SKY DESIGN TRENDS
Big Sky Design is a team of design experts led by women who specialize in combining art with function to give space meaning.
Jul 24, 20243 min read


MARGARITA BRAVO'S COASTAL DESIGN TIPS
luxury high-end designer, Margarita Bravo, brings a technical, creative yet down-to-earth approach to her interaction with her clients.
Jun 21, 20243 min read


LUXE HOME INTERIORS DESIGN TRENDS
Elizabeth Leake of Luxe Home Interiors shares her design trends for 2024.
Mar 15, 20244 min read


CONTEMPORARY COASTAL CONSTRUCTION IN CAROLINA BEACH
In 2019, Brian McCorkle of Port City Capital and Quinn Marlow of Marlow Construction, met by happenstance on the island of Carolina Beach.
Mar 14, 20233 min read


WATERSTONE: WHERE NATURE MEETS LUXURY
nestled in the prestigious Porters Neck community of northern Wilmington sits one of the areas most premier new home communities: Waterstone
Jan 11, 20225 min read


TURKISH STYLE WITH OLIVE & LINEN
The idea for the textile company, Olive & Linen, was founded by brother and sister team Eda Krishnan and Onur Demirtas and was born from...
Dec 21, 20213 min read


MAKING A HAPPY HOME
When the goal for your new home under construction is to create an inviting, comfortable retreat that will make you smile every day, it’s...
Dec 8, 20213 min read


REDEFINING WATERFRONT LIVING
From the self-sustainable Arkup Livable Yacht to River Cities floating condominium community, developers are creating unique and...
Mar 16, 20213 min read


TONGUE & GROOVE DESIGN
Winner of more than 50 local and national awards for jaw-dropping innovation in home design, including Best of Houzz Design, HGTV’s...
Mar 9, 20212 min read
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