Beach Barracks

Six Bedroom Oceanfront House, Located in Oak Island

Visit the Historic Fort Johnston of Southport

Located in Southport, Fort Johnston was opened in 1754 as the first working military installation in North Carolina, with the purpose to defend the mouth of the Cape Fear River. Fort Johnston played an important role in the Civil War and worked alongside other area forts of Caswell, Anderson and Fisher. While the main structure of Fort Johnson is no longer in place, some original structures remain, and markers tell the story of the fort that was once in place at the location. For more information, contact Fort Johnston at (910) 457-7927.

Visit the Beautiful Orton Plantation Gardens

Located just north of Southport, the Orton Plantation Gardens are on the grounds of the Orton Plantation, which was built in 1725. The Gardens at Orton Plantation began in 1904, with the addition of Luola's Chapel in 1915. The chapel and gardens are still used today as sites for meetings and private weddings. The gardens consist of a variety of ponds, statues, fountains, trees, and more. Late winter to late spring offer the best times to visit the gardens, as most of the blooming flowers and trees are active during this time. The gardens are open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. from March to August and 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. from September to November. Admission is $9.00 for adults, $8.00 for senior citizens, $3.00 for children ages 6 to 16 and free for children under six years old. For more information, contact the Orton Plantation Gardens at (910) 371-6851.

Go Horseback Riding

While you are visiting the Brunswick County area, you and your family may want to give an afternoon of horseback riding a try. Horseback riding can be a fun way to view a portion of the area from a whole new perspective! In Holden Beach, K&K Stables consists of 18 acres with shady trails. They offer Western-style riding lessons and guided trail rides. For more information, contact K&K Stables at (910) 842-8002. In Calabash, Peachtree Equestrian Center is located on 127 acres, with 70 acres of shaded trails. Trail rides, outdoor riding rings and an indoor riding arena give you a variety of options for your riding experience. Lessons are also available in both English and Western riding styles. For more information, contact Peachtree Equestrian Center at (910) 287-4790.

Rent Beach Gear from Beach Fun Rentals

Beach Fun Rentals of Holden Beach is a full-service rental shop that offers a variety of items to assist you with your vacation needs. You can either pick up your items or choose to have it delivered to your rental home for FREE! Practical items like baby furniture and bed linens are available, but there are also kayaks, bikes, surfboards, Bocce Ball, boogie boards, beach chairs and umbrellas, and more are also available. If you want to have fun participating in beach activities during your stay in Brunswick County but don't want to bring everything from home, Beach Fun Rentals can help! For more information, contact Beach Fun Rentals at (888) 355-4446.

Enjoy a Meal at the Live Oak Café

The Live Oak Café of Southport gets its name from its unique location underneath an old live oak tree. The café is housed in a refurbished historic home with original wood floors, brightly colored walls, quaint dining rooms, pub-style tables, and more. If you prefer, you can enjoy your meal on the screened porch or sip your wine in the herb garden. American food with a Cajun kick makes up the menu at Live Oak Café, which is open Tuesday through Saturday for dinner. For more information, contact the Live Oak Café at (910) 454-4360.

Play a Competitive Game of Pool at the 49Th Street Station and Bar

The 49th Street Station and Bar is an Oak Island neighborhood bar that offers you the chance to socialize and play a few games of friendly competitive pool. The bar is housed in a renovated old gas station and is a popular local hangout. In addition to the games of pool, karaoke is also performed each Saturday night, and a variety of other events and fundraisers are held throughout the year. For more information, contact the 49th Street Station Game Room and Bar at (910) 278-9811.

Travel To Myrtle Beach To Tour the La Belle Amie Vineyard

Located near Myrtle Beach in Little River, South Carolina, the La Belle Amie Vineyard is an operating vineyard. The vineyard sits on 40 acres not far from the ocean in North Myrtle Beach. The vineyard has been owned by the Bellamy family since the 1800s, and is part of a former tobacco plantation. Visitors to the vineyard can sample wines, browse the gift shop, and then relax as they enjoy a glass of wine of their choice. The vineyard is open Monday through Saturday, and hours vary depending on the time of year. For more information, contact La Belle Amie Vineyard at (843) 399-9463.

Participate in an Area Golf Tournament

If you like taking your golf game to a competitive level, you may enjoy participating in a local golf tournament during your stay in Brunswick County. Throughout the year, a number of tournaments are held in the county, most of which benefit area non-profit organizations and charities. For more information on upcoming area tournaments, you can contact the Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce at (800) 426-6644, the Southport-Oak Island Chamber of Commerce at (800) 457-6964, or any of the area golf courses.

Have Fun with Your Family at the Brunswick County Bowling Center

While you are in the Brunswick County area, you may enjoy spending some time at the local bowling alley, the Brunswick County Bowling Center in Shallotte. This family-friendly bowling alley will allow you to compete against members of your family for just $3.00 to $3.50 per game, per person. For more information, contact the Brunswick County Bowling Center at (910) 754-2695.

Take a Workshop or Class from the Waterway Art Association

The Waterway Art Association, located in Calabash, is an organization that was created in 1991 to increase art awareness in the area. Each month between September and May (excluding December), the group meets at the Calabash Fire House on the third Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. Following the meeting, art programs are offered and are open to members of all skill levels. Offerings include professional art workshops, outdoor painting and drawing sessions, lectures, exhibits, and museum trips. The Association also offers two art shows throughout the year - a Labor Day show and a Memorial Day show. For more information, contact the Waterway Art Association at (910) 575-7981.

 

Brunswick Beaches Restaurants

Fish House Restaurant
5710 W 57th Place
Oak Island, NC 28465

Ocean Breeze Beach Club
2729 W Beach Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Driftwood Grill
3370 Stone Chimney Road
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Betty's Waterfront Restaurant
1045 Varnamtown Road SW, Suite B
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Fulford Junior Fish House
3330 Old Ferry Road SW
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Holden Beach Seafood Fish House
1075 Songbird Lane SW
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Captain Pete's Restaurant
103 South Shore Drive
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Paradise Cafe
102 Jordan Boulevard
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Patronies Pizza
2625 Holden Beach Road SW
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Sandman's Ice Cream
112 Ocean Boulevard W
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Dip at the Dock - Hand Dipped Ice Cream
1305 Cedar Landing Road SW
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Treasure Island Miniature Golf & Oasis
3445 Holden Beach Road SW
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Brunswick Beaches Shopping

Blue Water Point Motel & Marina
5710 W 57th Place
Oak Island, NC 28465

Wildflour Cakes & Pastries
516 Lockwood Folly Road
Bolivia, NC 28422

Beacon One Seafood
1 Fisherman Road SW
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Robinson & Robinson Seafood
3 Fisherman Road SW
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Garland's Fresh Seafood
2 Fisherman Road SW
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Carson Varnam's Oyster Market
175 Varnamtown Road SW
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Eagle Seafood Co.
450 Sabbath Home Road
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Armax Gift Baskets
450 Sabbath Home Road
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Lockwood Folly Seafood
15 Varnamtown Road
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Mace's Seafood & Boat Rentals, Live Bait & Tackle
115 Canal Drive
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Star Seafood
3330 Old Ferry Road
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Lancaster Eugene Oyster House
2910 Fresh Oyster Lane SW
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Brunswick Beaches Attractions

Blue Water Point Motel & Marina
5710 W 57th Place
Oak Island, NC 28465

Holden Beach Marina
3238 Pompano Street SW
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Cedar Landing Marina & Seafood
1305 Cedar Landing Road SW
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Ocean Crest Fishing Pier
1411 E Beach Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Holden Beach Pier
441 Ocean Boulevard W
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Environmental Overlook Trails
3003 E Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Yaupon Beach Fishing Pier
705 Ocean Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

South Harbour Village
4909 Fish Factory Road
Southport, NC 28461

The Oak Island Lighthouse
1100 Caswell Beach Road
Oak Island, NC 28465

Brunswick Beaches Activities

Blue Water Point Motel & Marina
5710 W 57th Place
Oak Island, NC 28465

Lockwood Folly Country Club
19 Clubhouse Drive SW
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Ye Olde Gun Club Shooting Range
107 SW 20th Street
Oak Island, NC 28465

Holden Beach Driving Range & Golf School
2355 Holden Beach Road
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Treasure Island Miniature Golf & Oasis
3445 Holden Beach Road SW
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Super Track Go Carts & Bumper Boats
3437 Holden Beach Road SW
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Oak Island Skate Park
49th Street SE
Oak Island, NC 28465

Fantasy Isle Ice Cream & Mini Golf
3354 Holden Beach Road SW
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Harbor Island Miniature Golf & Family Game Room
3340 Holden Beach Road SW
Holden Beach, NC 28462

Carolina National Golf Club at Winding River Plantation
1643 Goley Hewett Road
Bolivia, NC 28422

Privateer Charters
104 SE 25th Street
Oak Island, NC 28465

Oak Island Parks & Recreation Department
3003 E Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

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