Private and active communities with upscale amenities close to the Atlantic Ocean.
Landfall and Airlie are active communities in North Carolina in New Hanover County near Wrightsville Beach and Wilmington. The area is heavily influenced by the nearby inlet and creek at which the ocean connects the mainland and the barrier islands. These coastal towns are fantastic waterfront locations known for their beauty surroundings and outdoor lifestyles.
A premier address in southeastern North Carolina, Landfall is a gated, family-oriented community, offering residents 2,200 acres of natural and landscaped scenic beauty, including 320 acres of conservation land. The amenity-rich community is complemented by the Country Club of Landfall’s Pete Dye and Jack Nicklaus golf courses and the Cliff Drysdale Sports Complex. Residents of Landfall also enjoy nature trails, sports fields, the historic, late 19th century Temple Gardens and a park along the Intracoastal Waterway.
The Airlie area offers a prime location to Airlie Gardens, Mayfaire, Lumina Station and beyond. Here, the ocean is never far, and the sounds of nature are just outside your door. Located amid stately live oaks, lush gardens, and waterways, you’ll experience the best of Wrightsville Sound when you live in the Airlie area.
Landfall and Airlie are places of extraordinary beauty. With a gorgeous ocean backdrop, luxury homes, and bustling downtown, these charming communities are a favorite of visitors and locals alike. Homes range from historic to contemporary, from bungalows to gables and Victorians to Mediterranean style.
WHAT TO LOVE
- Luxury amenities and nearby high-end shopping and dining
- Close to the beach and water activities
- Outdoor lifestyle and friendly locals
- Manicured golf courses and parks
LOCAL LIFESTYLE
The perfect areas for an outdoor lifestyle filled with fishing, boating, swimming, and exercise, in a warm climate year-round. Residents love their town because of its laid-back and simple lifestyle. In addition to the beaches, Landfall and Airlie offer wonderful proximity to Wilmington’s best shopping, dining and business hubs.
DINING, ENTERTAINMENT & SHOPPING
Terrazzo Trattoria is a lively café that serves Italian classics like manicotti, lasagna, pizza, and subs. True Blue Butcher and Table is a fine dining restaurant and full-service butcher shop that serves inspired cuisine and quality wine and beer in an elegant dining space. Ceviche’s is a quaint restaurant that uses fresh ingredients and provides friendly service. The eatery serves Panama and Central American-inspired meals and seafood.
Bluewater Waterfront Grill is a dining option that serves seafood and steaks and offers live music and outdoor dining. For shopping, Mayfaire is a high-end mall with many restaurants and shops. The Forum ILM is another shopping mall with upscale boutiques and delicious restaurants. Both malls include shops that cover just about everything, from high-end boutiques with unique finds to everyday staples from well-loved and well-known brands.
THINGS TO DO
Landfall and Airlie have many community events to come together and support local businesses and groups throughout the year. The annual Landfall Foundation Gala is a memorable event with drinks, upscale cuisine, a live auction, music, and more. Airlie Gardens is a 67-acre botanical garden that aims to educate and preserve. The park offers guided tours, summer concert series, exhibits, and events like Enchanted Airlie, a holiday tradition with lights around the gardens.
SCHOOLS
New Hanover County Schools is a public education system that serves areas in New Hanover County, including Landfall and Airlie. The district has 530 national board-certified teachers in 45 schools and serves more than 26,000 students. The schools are proud to have a high graduation rate and collaborate with parents and community members to provide superior programs and a positive learning environment.
