Gated community near Virginia Sound in Hampstead, NC

Pelican Reef

Pelican Reef is a gated community in Hampstead with more than 225 homes. It has a clubhouse, pool, tennis, a fitness room, and a community dock with a kayak launch.

Larger homes sit on lots of about one to two acres, and some homes look out over the sound.

Build facts

Lot types
Estate lots of about 1 to 2 acres, plus smaller cottage lots
Flood and wind
Flood zones change lot by lot near the water. We pull the FEMA flood map, the required floor height, and the wind design rating for your lot before design begins.
Permits
Pender County Building Inspections
HOA and design review
HOA about $1,085 a year (2023 listing).
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Can you build a custom home here?

Sometimes. Pelican Reef is mostly built. Homes were built from the mid 1990s to 2020, and a lot or older home comes up now and then.

If you find one, ask for a free lot review. For open land nearby, look at Forest Sound or Sloop Point.

Common questions

Is Pelican Reef gated?

Yes. Pelican Reef is a gated community.

How much is the HOA fee?

A 2023 listing showed $1,085 a year. It covered grounds, roads, street lights, and a termite bond. Ask the HOA for the current amount.

What amenities does Pelican Reef have?

There is a clubhouse, pool, tennis courts, a fitness room, a playground, a community dock, a kayak launch, and a boat storage area.

How big are the lots?

Larger homes sit on about one to two acres. Cottage and patio homes sit on about a quarter to a third of an acre.

What schools serve Pelican Reef?

Most homes here are zoned for Topsail area schools in Pender County. School lines can change, so check the Pender County Schools address lookup for a specific lot.

Is it in a flood zone?

Some lots are and some are not. It depends on how low the lot sits and how close it is to the water. Check the FEMA flood map for the exact lot. In a free lot review, we check the flood zone and the floor height the county will require.

Can I build a custom home here?

Yes, when a lot is open or an older home is worth rebuilding. Plans go through HOA review. Longshore can help.

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