Nestled in the prestigious Castle Bay golf community of

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Home Sale Pending

397 Highlands Drive

Hampstead, North Carolina 28443

Pender County

Community: Castle Bay Country Club

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$450,000 4 br, 3.0 bath 2486 sq. ft. 0.230 acres

Nestled in the prestigious Castle Bay golf community of Hampstead, this impeccably maintained 4-bedroom, 3-bath brick home offers timeless curb appeal and a thoughtfully designed floor plan. Step inside the welcoming foyer, which opens seamlessly into an expansive open-concept living area. The formal dining room flows into a stunning vaulted family room anchored by a cozy fireplace-an ideal space for gathering and relaxation. The spacious kitchen is both functional and inviting, featuring ample cabinetry and an easy connection to a casual dining area, perfect for everyday meals and entertaining. A separate laundry room and generous pantry add convenience and storage. Off the main living area, a charming screened porch and a sunroom overlook serene, community-owned land with the fourth hole fairway providing a picturesque backdrop. This peaceful setting offers tranquil views and year-round enjoyment, while the fenced backyard provides privacy and space for pets, play, or outdoor entertaining. The main-level primary suite is generously sized and includes dual vanities, a private water closet, soaking tub, and separate shower. Two additional first-floor bedrooms offer flexibility for guests, a home office, or hobbies. Upstairs, a finished bonus room with a full bath adds versatility as a guest suite, media room, playroom, or private retreat. Recent updates include a brand-new HVAC system (April 2025), roof replacement (late 2018), and a whole-house water softener (2017). Gutters surround the home, and the upgraded kitchen refrigerator conveys. Optional Castle Bay memberships are available, offering golf-only privileges or full amenities such as a swimming pool, fitness room, and tennis and pickleball courts. With convenient access to the future Hampstead bypass, this home is ideally located near Wilmington and Topsail Beach, a premier seaside destination. Make this home yours and start enjoying the best of coastal living today!

Interior:
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Baths: 3.0
  • Sq Ft: 2486
  • Year Built: 2006
  • Utilities: 
  • Fireplaces: Has Fireplace
  • Stories: 1
  • Heat/AC: Heat Pump (Heating), Electric (Heating)
  • Garage: Garage
Exterior:
  • Lot Size: 0.230 acre
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  • Yard: 
  • Siding: Brick
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Property Taxes: $2,877
  • MLS #: 100550838
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Contact Information:
Beach Home Sale Pending in Hampstead, North Carolina
Listing Agent: Joy Birchum, Birch Real Estate Solutions, 910-444-2878, 910-444-2878 Listing Site, Listing Status: Pending
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Ad Number: 7213509
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Updated: Feb 05, 2026

This property is a Home located at 397 Highlands Drive, Hampstead, North Carolina 28443, and is currently Sale Pending at $450,000. This Home has 4 bedrooms, 3.0 baths, 2486 sq ft.