HOME + GARDEN

Welcome to Cape Fear Living’s Garden & Home section – your ultimate source for design inspiration and property exploration in the region. Join us as we take you inside some of the area's most stunning homes, lush landscaped gardens, and sought-after vacation properties. From exclusive interviews with top interior designers to the latest trends in home décor, we bring you fresh ideas to help you create beautiful, functional spaces. Whether you're sprucing up your outdoor retreat or updating your indoor haven, we’ve got the insights and inspiration you need. Let us ignite your creativity and keep you connected to the pulse of this beautiful place we call home.

Coastal Getaways: Discover Your Perfect Retreat

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.

A COASTAL GETAWAY TO LUXE 220

In the heart of Wilmington’s River District, Luxe 220 captures the city’s downtown rhythm—historic, stylish, and effortlessly livable. Set within a classic Front Street building, the property blends old-soul character with modern ease.

A HEALTHIER HOME STARTS HERE Cathy Mails on Small Changes That Matter

Debut author and sustainable home expert Cathy Mails is redefining what it truly means to live clean. Her first book, The Detox Dwelling, surged to #1 on Amazon and earned an International Impact Book Award for its clear-eyed examination of the hidden toxins in everyday household cleaners—and the simple, natural alternatives that can replace them.

COASTAL ESCAPES

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.