The Bluffs on the Cape Fear Homes with Bookcases Int. Features

Welcome to The Bluffs on the Cape Fear, an enchanting subdivision nestled in the heart of Leland, North Carolina, within the picturesque Brunswick County. This idyllic community is a perfect blend of natural beauty and modern living, offering residents a serene escape while remaining conveniently close to the vibrant attractions of the Wilmington area.

The Bluffs on the Cape Fear is known for its stunning landscapes, featuring lush greenery, scenic water views, and an array of amenities that cater to an active lifestyle. Residents can enjoy walking trails, community parks, and access to the tranquil Cape Fear River, making it an ideal setting for outdoor enthusiasts and families alike.

As you explore the homes in this charming subdivision, you’ll find an impressive range of architectural styles, each designed with comfort and elegance in mind. One standout feature that many of these homes boast is the presence of exquisite bookcases that enhance the interior charm. Imagine cozying up in your living room, surrounded by your favorite novels and treasures, with a built-in bookcase that not only serves as a functional space for your literary collection but also adds a touch of sophistication to your home.

Living in The Bluffs on the Cape Fear means embracing a lifestyle of leisure, community, and beauty. With its prime location, stunning homes, and inviting atmosphere, this subdivision is truly a hidden gem in Leland, NC. Whether you’re looking to settle down or find a vacation retreat, The Bluffs on the Cape Fear is the perfect place to call home. Come and experience the magic for yourself!

Newest The Bluffs on the Cape Fear Homes with Bookcases Int. Features

$939,900

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths

Lakeside Custom Waterfront Home - Property Description Neighborhood & Community Amenities In the popular neighborhood of ''Lakeside'' in The Bluffs on the Cape Fear, you will find this custom-built waterfront home. This home was the Silver Award winner at the 2023 Parade of Homes for its unique floor plan. The neighborhood provides an array of resort-style amenities year-round. The home is close to the clubhouse, featuring The Café, which serves dinner and brunch most days. Pickleball courts, tennis courts, and the pool are nearby. Bring your boat or RV to the community storage facility, or enjoy the fenced dog park, community garden, wooden bridges, and community trails. You can also launch your boat or store your kayak at the riverside launch. The Bluffs also features a private beach clubhouse located on Oak Island. Main Floor & Primary Suite This home is one of a kind in the neighborhood. The first-floor primary suite is spacious, with ample room for a king-size bed and a sitting area for relaxed reading. The primary bath features an accessible zero-entry shower, a soaking tub, and an exceptionally large walk-in closet with an integrated laundry room. Living & Dining Areas The floor plan features a gallery hallway leading to a four-season sunroom, great for watching wildlife and the lake's fountain. The views of the lake are stunning day and night. Once you enter the open-concept living room, kitchen, and dining area, you will appreciate the open space. Ample storage is found throughout: built-ins around the fireplace, a custom bar with a wine fridge, and a massive kitchen island. The quartz countertops and pantry are impressive, kitchen also features an Italian Bertazzoni gas stove. Second Floor & Flexible Space The second floor has two large bedrooms with a shared dual-entry bathroom and plenty of closet space, alongside a dedicated second-floor laundry room. The flex room is surrounded by windows--including a tall cupola featuring views into the trees--providing flexible space for an office, TV room, game room, or workout studio. Exterior Features & Tech Upgrades Enjoy four-season landscaping with many varieties of flowering plants and tropical palms. Outside, the large courtyard patio is used for grilling or relaxing in the breeze. Upgraded features include an automated irrigation controller, motorized window blinds, a WIFI connected garage door opener, and Ecobee thermostats with integrated security.

3736 Rivergate Way Ne, Leland

$725,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths

Set directly on the water in The Bluffs on the Cape Fear, a premier river access community in Leland, North Carolina, 3626 Rivergate Way pairs custom finishes and thoughtful updates throughout with a floor plan sized just right for easy, comfortable living. This 2,446 square foot home offers four bedrooms, three bathrooms, and a main floor primary suite, with pond views right from the living room. The main floor primary suite has been completely remodeled and functions as a true retreat. It features a freestanding soaking tub, a shower finished floor to ceiling in tile, and a layout that connects directly to the laundry room, removing one of the most common daily inconveniences in a two story home. A second bedroom on the main level adds valuable flexibility, whether for guests, a home office, or long term aging in place planning. Upstairs, two additional bedrooms give family and visitors their own private space without disrupting the single level rhythm of everyday living downstairs. Just a short walk or golf cart ride away, residents can enjoy the neighborhood's new restaurant and bar, along with the community pool, all without ever needing to get in the car. From the moment you enter, the open concept living area sets the tone. A fireplace with a built in hearth and cabinets anchors the room, framed beneath a comfort ceiling that adds architectural character without formality. The living room's pond view is the home's quiet showstopper, the kind that turns a quick coffee break into forty minutes you didn't plan on losing. Outdoor living is where this home truly earns its place in The Bluffs. The screened porch, finished with brick stamped flooring, is built for slow mornings, quiet evenings, and the kind of dinners that run two hours longer than planned. The adjoining back porch comes equipped with a natural gas grill and outdoor speakers wired into the main level surround sound system, ready for effortless entertaining any time of year. The lot backs up to nature, delivering a level of privacy that is genuinely difficult to find this close to community amenities. This home was also built with coastal living in mind. It sits on a raised slab foundation, and a whole home generator, serviced bi-annually, means storm season is an inconvenience rather than an emergency. Recent capital updates take the guesswork out of buying: a 2026 water heater and cabinets freshly painted in 2025 mean the major to-do items are already checked off. Additional details throughout the home include a walk-in attic for extra storage, wood shelving in the closets, epoxy coated garage floors with wall cabinets for organization, updated light fixtures, and stylish peel and stick wallpaper at the entry. A golf cart is available for separate purchase, perfect for quick trips to the pool or dinner without ever pulling the car out of the garage. The Bluffs on the Cape Fear offers more than a home, it offers access to the water in every direction. The community features a boat ramp, day dock, and kayak launch for direct Cape Fear River access, along with a private beach club on Oak Island for residents. Combined with resort style community amenities and a genuine sense of neighborhood connection, this location is just minutes from historic downtown Wilmington, area beaches, shopping, and everyday conveniences in Leland. Whether you are downsizing without compromise, relocating to the North Carolina coast for a slower pace of life, or simply ready for a home where the major updates are already complete, 3626 Rivergate Way offers custom finishes, water frontage, and a size that fits easy, low-maintenance living in one of Leland's most sought after river access communities. Schedule your private showing today! Homes offering this combination of pond views, custom finishes, and river access amenities in The Bluffs on the Cape Fear do not last long on the market.

3626 Rivergate Way Ne, Leland

$659,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths

Surrounded by mature trees and a natural wooded buffer, this former model home offers the privacy increasingly difficult to find in newer communities--along with a location that makes it easy to enjoy everything The Bluffs on the Cape Fear has to offer. Lightly lived in as a second home, the property is conveniently positioned near the community entrance and just a short walk, bike ride, or golf cart trip from the lakefront clubhouse, restaurant, fitness center, and resort-style pool. A welcoming rocking chair front porch and courtyard-entry garage create an inviting first impression. Inside, engineered wood floors flow through the first-floor living areas, beginning with a formal dining room ready for holiday meals and gatherings. The bright, open kitchen features wood cabinetry, granite countertops, a gas range, and a breakfast nook, while the adjoining sunroom provides a peaceful setting for morning coffee, reading, or casual dining. The living room centers around a gas fireplace flanked by custom built-ins and opens directly to the screened porch, extending everyday living into the private backyard. Three bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite, are conveniently located on the main level, while the bonus room over the garage offers flexibility as a fourth bedroom, guest retreat, media room, or home office. A two-car garage and separate utility closet provide additional storage for bikes, boating equipment, and beach gear. Located along the Cape Fear River approximately 20 minutes from Downtown Wilmington, The Bluffs gives residents the freedom to enjoy the city, river, lakeside amenities, and ocean within one community lifestyle. Spend mornings walking or biking along eight miles of wooded trails, meeting friends for tennis or pickleball, exercising at the fitness center, fishing from the community lake pier, or relaxing beside the resort-style pool. The lakefront clubhouse offers a residents-only restaurant and bar, gathering areas, workout rooms, and inviting spaces overlooking the water. On the river, residents can explore the scenic boardwalk, 50-slip marina, and two-acre riverfront park with a boat and kayak launch, picnic pavilion, grilling stations, fire pits, lawn games, and fishing. When the ocean is calling, the community's private beach club on Oak Island provides dedicated parking, beach access, restrooms, showers, changing areas, a full kitchen, and a covered porch overlooking the ocean. From quiet mornings on the screened porch to afternoons on the water and evenings dining with neighbors at the clubhouse, this home offers an easy connection to nature, recreation, and community.

9613 Hidden Plum Rd Ne, Leland

$779,000

5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths

Welcome to 9652 Sweet Apple Lane NE, located in the gated riverfront community of The Bluffs on the Cape Fear. This stately 5-bedroom, 3-bath home with an oversized side-entry two-car garage sits on a private half-acre lot backing to peaceful green space. First impressions matter, and this home delivers. A welcoming front porch opens to an inviting foyer leading to a spacious living room featuring a natural gas fireplace with a floor-to-ceiling stacked stone surround and double sliding glass doors to a large screened porch overlooking tranquil backyard. A home office with French doors, a well-appointed kitchen with a large granite island, abundant cabinetry, and a new gas stove, along with an adjacent dining area, complete the main living space. Quality craftsmanship is evident throughout, from crown molding and coffered ceilings to wainscoting, built-ins, and stone accents; every detail has been thoughtfully designed. The main-level primary suite offers a tray ceiling and a spacious ensuite bath with dual vanities, a large walk-in closet, and a zero-entry tiled shower. Two additional bedrooms and a full bath provide an ideal split floor-plan layout. A large laundry room includes a convenient laundry chute from the primary closet. Wainscoting-lined garage entry access leads to two additional bedrooms and a full bath upstairs, along with extensive attic storage. The fenced and private backyard backs to a wooded area. The storage shed conveys and is grandfathered in. Additional highlights include a whole-house generator, transferable termite bond, LeafGuard gutters, new fireplace insert, RV storage, fresh interior paint, and turnkey condition. The Bluffs on the Cape Fear is an amenity-rich community featuring a clubhouse, gym, pool, tennis courts, playground, community lake, private gated entrance, riverfront park with boat and kayak launch, gazebo, and a private Oak Island beach house available to residents. Conveniently located near I-40 with easy access to shopping, dining, downtown Wilmington, and area beaches. Experience the craftsmanship, privacy, and luxury lifestyle this exceptional home offersschedule your showing today.

9652 Sweet Apple Ln Ne, Leland

$850,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths

Listed for nearly $100,000 Under Appraised Value!! If your current home no longer works the way your life does! Welcome to 3818 Lemon Drop Ln in The Bluffs on the Cape Fear, a Leland NC riverfront community designed for how people actually live today. With over 3,700 square feet, this home offers something rarely found at this price point, a true second living environment. The upstairs features a private kitchenette and multiple flex spaces, perfect as a guest suite, work from home zone, retreat for older children, or future multigenerational setup, all without disrupting the main living areas. This is intentional separation that gives you more control, privacy, and flexibility as your needs change, backed by nearly $100,000 in appraised equity from day one. The main level is open, featuring plantation shutters, upgraded finishes, and a well appointed kitchen with granite countertops, custom backsplash, and generous workspace. The primary suite offers a quiet retreat, while additional bedrooms provide flexibility without compromise. Major upgrades include an 18 SEER HVAC system, whole house generator, EV charging capability, leaf guard gutters, and transferable appliance warranties. The oversized garage offers true two car functionality. The Bluffs on the Cape Fear offers a private restaurant and bar, pool, fitness center, private beach clubhouse at Oak Island, and private river access with a ramp and day dock, just a short drive to Wilmington. Home may be sold furnished, décor and personal items do not convey.

3818 Lemon Drop Ln Ne, Leland

$905,000

5 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths

Welcome to your new home! This stunning 2024 Bill Clark Home offers a combination of modern luxury and serene pond views in a gated community. The spacious floor plan features 5 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms, providing ample space for family and guests. The primary bedroom is conveniently located on the first floor, along with a second bedroom and full bath. The kitchen is a chef's dream, featuring a gas stove and built-in wall microwave and oven perfect for preparing meals and entertaining. Two separate living areas, one on each floor, provide flexible space for all. Plantation shutters add a touch of elegance and privacy. Enjoy the peaceful outdoor setting from the screened in porch. Leaf guard gutters were recently installed. This home offers an abundance of storage large closets and pull downstairs attic. The attic features spray-insulation and an attic fan designed to help maintain temperature. With so much space tucked away you'll have plenty of room to keep your living areas clutter free. Whether you're relaxing by the pond, enjoying a match on the courts or spending the day at the private beach club in Oak Island , this home offers the ultimate blend of luxury and leisure. The Bluffs on the Cape Fear is a golf cart friendly community offering a 50-slip marina with slips up to 35ft for purchase separately, a riverfront park, clubhouse, resort style pool, private beach club, tennis/ pickleball courts, stocked lake, walking trails, RV/boat storage, dog parks, and a community garden. The newly built clubhouse includes a conference room, fitness and wellness center, and a restaurant/bar. Just 15 minutes from historic Wilmington.

3616 Rivergate Way Ne, Leland

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