Neighborhoods in Southern Shores

Southern Shores is a residential community with single-family year around homes and vacation Second homes. Since Southern Shores is a great vacation spot, the people who buy Outer Banks NC homes for sale in Southern Shores when planning for retirement may first use them as vacation rental homes or second homes. Southern Shores is also proud of its residential year around population made up of young families, baby boomer empty nesters and retirees.

Whether they are single-family homes, vacation second homes, or rustic beach box cottages, homes in Southern Shores can be classified depending on their location.

1. OceanfrontThese are the first row of homes at the ocean which are protected behind sand dunes. Because some of these protective dunes contain dense vegetation, a few oceanfront homes in the Seacrest Village area may only have top floor ocean views. But what views!

2. Semi-Oceanfront - These properties are located one lot away from the oceanfront lot. Usually with house or a street between the semi-oceanfront home and the beach.

3. Seacrest Village - These homes are a hit with families since the beach is just a short walk away without crossing any busy streets. The homes in Seacrest Village are located on quiet streets that end at a walkway to the water’s edge. Seacrest Village is ideal for families with children since there is no through traffic.

4. Circle Drive - These Oceanside homes are just walking distance to the beach. Located on a horseshoe drive with lush vegetation, homes on Circle Drive can be found off Hickory Trail, between Ocean Blvd and Duck Road.

5. Ocean View Loop and Skyline Rd. - Homes on these streets are just walking distance from the beach, shopping and restaurants in Southern Shores, and Kitty Hawk. Each street has a pedestrian crosswalk that provides easy access to the beach across Ocean Blvd. These streets are located just north of the Rt. 158/ Rt. 12 split.

6. Westside - These properties are located on the Westside of Duck Road also known as Rt. 12. Many homes on the Westside have private pools and all of the properties have access to the oceanfront community parking lot and the life-guarded beach.

7. Chicahauk - Chicahauk is a subdivision located in a quiet neighborhood between the beach and Croatan Highway (Rt 158). Many of the homes here are just walking distance to the beach. All homes in this area have access to community tennis courts and a playground for small children. Chicahauk homeowners and guests also have access to a secluded parking area near the beach.

8. The Dunes - These homes perched among the dunes offer horizon ocean views or sound views. Oceanfront parking is available for homeowners at either the Hillcrest or Ocean Blvd./Duck Rd. accesses. There is a playground nearby at the corner of Hickory Trail and Sea Oats Trail. Residents and guests can also access the community volleyball and basketball courts at the corner of Hillcrest Dr. and Sea Oats Trail.

9. Soundside - These homes, protected by the dunes of Southern Shores are located in a beautiful maritime forest less, than a block from the Currituck Sound. Homeowners on the Soundside enjoy great water views, sunset views and some of the homes even have horizon ocean views.

10. Soundfront - Get spectacular sunset views from these soundfront homes in Southern Shores. Behind these homes is the Currituck Sound, whose shallow waters are great for sailing, wading, kayaking, or windsurfing.

Whether you’re looking for a second home or an investment property in an upscale beach community, Southern Shores is the perfect place for you. Check out the latest properties for sale by visiting http://OBXLifestyles.com.

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