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Cedar Island, NC
Coastal Property
For Sale - 275 (+ or -) Acres - $1,500,000.

Take a long look at this magnificent North Carolina coastal property, comprised of 275 (+ or -) waterfront acres with unlimited recreational possibilities, located in Cedar Island.

General Description

This tract, located on the northwest end of Cedar Island and the westward end of Pamlico Sound, encompasses approximately 275 (+ or -) acres and is 10 miles from the Intercoastal Waterway and the mouth of the Neuse River. There are over two miles of shoreline, and its west side offers deep water access . The property's southern boundary lies northwest of the U. S. Fish & Wildlife Service's Cedar Island National Wildlife Refuge. A boat is required for access to the property. It is comprised of maritime forests which are either predominantly pine with scattered oaks or dominated with bay vegetation. A substantial sized marsh comprises the remainder of the tract. Common over story species include pond pine, longleaf pine, water oak, live oak, and cedar. Gallberry, wax myrtle, fetterbush, holly, red bay, smilax, reindeer moss, and switch cane are common under story species. The marsh is mostly composed of needle rush. The current landowners have built a dock, created a network of trails, and conducted prescribed burns.

Objectives

The landowners' objectives are:

To improve timber quality through the use of prescribed burning and maintain the health of the trees for a potential saw timber harvest in the future.

To stabilize the beach to inhibit its future erosion.

To enhance opportunities for hiking, hunting, fishing, and wildlife observation available on the property.

To protect any cultural resources (e.g., cemeteries, old home sites) that are present on the property.

To enhance and maintain habitat available for various wildlife species including deer, waterfowl, rabbits, and osprey.

Check out these aerial photos and those of local residents relaxing and enjoying the area.

(Map of the area)

(Surrounding areas and activities of interest are almost too numerous to mention. Included further on will be additional information and links to these places.)

Cedar Island, located at the northeastern tip of the down east peninsula, is the mainland terminus of Highway 12. Here folks can board one of the state supported ferries for the two-hour ride across Pamlico Sound to Ocracoke Island, where the Outer Banks leg of Highway 12 begins. You will also have the opportunity to visit the Cedar Island National Wildlife Refuge, which is a well-preserved tidewater ecosystem encompassing thousands of acres of marshlands and pine hammocks as well as hundreds of species of wildlife.

Visitors can also get a unique glimpse of the area by horseback. The Outer Banks Riding Stables provide guided tours, and no experience is necessary. Horse/Rider combinations are chosen according to ability. Kayaking has also become popular, and those who have taken advantage of this return time and time again.

The High Tide accent is native to this area. This dialect comes from the Old English that was once spoken in Carolina in colonial times. Along with the famous southern drawl, it is native to the lowland regions of the Carolinas. The legend here tells that Cedar Island is related to the Lost Colony of Roanoke. Local history buffs believe that Cedar Island was where the colonists actually put down roots and not further north on Roanoke Island as some believe.

There are campground facilities for those who are a little more adventurous, or visitors can enjoy their night's stay at the Driftwood Motel. All who come through must not fail to enjoy some of the best and tastiest seafood on the Atlantic Coast at the Driftwood Restaurant, adjacent to the motel. The home made chowders and soups are fantastic!

"Check" on the links previously referred to in order to become further acquainted with this area and this coastal paradise that its residents and frequent visitors have become so accustomed to.

NC Wildlife Resources Commission
NC Waterways
Cyber Fishing & Crafts
NC Coastal Federation
NC Dept of Env. & Nat. Resources
Original Downeast History
Cedar Island National Wildlife Refuge
Cedar Island Motel
Cedar Island Restaurant
NC Outer Banks
Other Downeast Areas
NC Crystal Coast
NC Ferry Division
Fort Macon (Civil War fort)
NC Aquariums
NC Maritime Museum
Core Sound Waterfowl Museum
Carteret County Historical Society and Museum of History and Art
Cape Lookout National Seashore
Beaufort History
Olympus Dive Center
Warm Water Wreck Diving
Deep Sea Fishing
Head Boat and Deep Sea Saltwater Fishing
Charter Fishing
Harkers Island Fishing Center & Cape Lookout Ferry
NC Coast Information
Daily Sailing Trips and Cruises
AB Kayaks
Crystal Coast Boat Cruise


Mountain Properties PO Box 476 Lake Toxaway, NC 28747 888-2242370

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