Each year, Riverlights community looks forward to participating in the Wilmington Cape Fear Home Builders Association Parade of Homes, and this year had a bit more shine! As the 2023 Showcase Community Riverlights revealed 8 brand new model homes featuring stunning interiors, thoughtful floor plans, and quality craftsmanship. Not only did those who toured the homes take notice, so did the panel of judges. Take a look at the myriad of awards presented to our models and builder teams, each having earned Gold, Silver, and Bronze awards. Congratulations to all! Riverlights really lived up to our "state of shine" theme!
Are you thinking about putting down new roots in Wilmington, NC? You're in good company. Here's a rundown of everything you need to know about Wilmington and our Riverlights lifestyle.
The spring season has arrived in Wilmington, NC. Surrounded by beauty and culture there are countless events and festivals to attend while touring the Port City. Pick your favorites or try everything, either way they won’t let you down. Here’s a rundown of our favorites.
If an inviting front porch greeting neighbors as they pass by is the vision for your next home, then step into Trusst Builder Group’s Candor model. Offering a gracious floor plan with fine details that combine for a luxurious feel, this home will not disappoint.
The new year is finally here, and Wilmington is packed with events all year round with nothing but fun, and memories to share for you and your family. Ranging from markets, concerts, festivals and more, check out our top events happening in the Wilmington area in 2023!
The latest phase of Riverlights is opening this summer and potential new neighbors got their first look during our “Dusty Boots Tour” in June. Dozens of visitors met with participating homebuilders, toured model homes and explored the initial 42 homesites to be released.
The salty air and sea breeze found in Wilmington, NC creates the perfect atmosphere for relaxation and rejuvenation. Everyone loves a good beach day, but have you tried these other activities to help relax and recharge in Wilmington?
Need a morning cup of joe or an afternoon pick-me-up? In Wilmington, you’ll find some of the most delicious and diverse coffee shops around. Here are our top 5 coffee shops in town that have become steeped in niche bean roasters and specialty retailers for all to enjoy.
Nationally, real estate sales were a top story throughout 2021, with low interest rates, continued workplace flexibility and crazy demand for inventory. Certainly, Wilmington’s real estate sales reflected all these trends with Riverlights serving as a perfect Exhibit A.
Newcomers and longtime locals of the port city find joy in such a wide variety of events and happenings, so we thought it would be fun to make a list of our top things to do in 2022. And don’t worry- there’s something for the foodie lover and the nature enthusiast to enjoy.
This December, Riverlights is commemorating its 5th Anniversary! Since emerging on the Cape Fear Riverfront in 2016, Riverlights has thrived as Wilmington’s only master-planned community, creating connectivity between nature and neighbors coexisting for a year-round active outdoor lifestyle.
Leave it to our foodie team to findthetop waterfront dining optionsforwhen you are in town, or now have made roots here!Check out the top 10 local waterfront hotspots that locals frequent!
Where Charleston Style meets Coastal Carolina Charm! We are pleased to introduce the newest builder to our community, New Leaf Builders, offering a variety of homes ranging from 1,500 sq.ft. to 2,400 sq.ft.
Riverlights community saluted the red, white, and blue this 4th of July holiday weekend. The Riverlights Resident Event planning committee started the weekend off with their first annual golf cart parade where spectators lined the streets to cheer on the patriotic display!
This Saturday, June 12 from 8:30-11:00 am, we are partnering with Cape Fear River Watch to clean up the Riverlights lake trail and the Cape Fear River Edge. The event is part of the Great American Cleanup.
Start your 4th of July holiday weekend with a live concert in Marina Village at Riverlights! As part of our annual summer concert series the Imitations will be performing at Live Oak Commons on Saturday, July 3 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
The fall season is a crowd favorite almost everywhere in the country. But where is the fall lifestyle the best? If you live in Wilmington, you can easily answer this apple-scented question.
Not sure if you should take the leap into homeownership? It’s a big decision, but here are a few of the top reasons why it may be smarter to own your own home versus renting. And at Riverlights in Wilmington, NC, we think we have a lot of reasons for you to own a home here!
If you’re looking to design the kitchen of your dreams, then look no further than these stunning options. Each of these models include all the ingredients for a warm, inviting, and sophisticated cooking space: modern features, the perfect color palette, and inspired accents.
When you can't get out to your favorite restaurant or throw a party to celebrate dad this year, we've got some creative ways to make his day just as special!
Introducing Del Webb, this month's builder spotlight! Known for their active adult, amenity forward lifestyle, Del Webb offers community living that makes retirement easy.
Now until May 21st, RiverLights will be hosting a Housewarming Incentive for all spec home buyers that go to contract during this promotional period. This incentive gives new RiverLights residents that purchase a spec home a selection of items from Leisure World totaling a $1,200 value.
The Cape Fear Region has quickly made a name for itself in the world of micro brews. As one of the fastest growing beer communities in the southeast, Wilmington is home to almost 20 (and counting!) breweries. There is a pint and an atmosphere to fit every beer lover’s interest. Most area breweries are family and pet-friendly and host events such as pop-up farmers and artisan markets, outdoor movies, live music, dinner pairings, tap takeovers and more!
On any warm summer night in Wilmington, North Carolina, there’s bound to be a grassy lawn or back patio filled with music, good drinks, and a beach-y breeze coming off the water. If the mood is right, those spaces will also have happy couples dancing the night away — and there’s only one top locals’ choice when it comes to the dance style!
A popular spot for outdoorsmen, photographers, family campers, beachgoers, and everyone in between, Masonboro Island Reserve offers something for all ages to discover. It’s located just off the coast of Wilmington, only a few miles from RiverLights.
Whether you’re plotting a special Valentine’s Day treat, gathering ideas for an anniversary outing, or looking for a laid-back venue for a Friday night date, RiverLights has what you need.
With its charming homes, river-facing historic downtown, and lush natural surroundings, it’s no wonder why Wilmington makes the perfect set for Hollywood smashes and small indie films alike. In fact, nearly 1,000 productions have been shot in North Carolina since 1980, and more than 500 of them right here in the Wilmington region.
In the Wilmington area, RiverLights has become synonymous with riverfront beauty and a community-focused lifestyle. The health-centric features, thoughtful community design, and unique amenities have certainly made a positive impression on residents. And now, you can experience the waterfront community for yourself from the comfort of your couch!
With so many cultural hot spots, awe-inspiring parks, and historical sights to see, it can be hard to even know where to start with the perfect Wilmington date.
For its beauty, its arts and culture, and its abundance of outdoor activities, Wilmington stands out as a top place to call home. One of the city’s most loved (and most practical) highlights is its unbelievably mild climate. The average annual high temperature is 74 degrees F!
Just because the summer months have ended doesn’t mean the beach fun has! Because of the mild year-round temperatures in Wilmington, going to the beach is a fun family outing in any season — even winter.
From the historic Southern mansions to the twinkle light-filled riverfront, Wilmington is full of idyllic holiday charm. And this winter, there are a number of ways to spend an afternoon or a night out and about.
Fall in Wilmington is full of charm and vibrant colors — from the blue hues of the Cape Fear River to the bright scarlet of the red maple trees. Among the best things about the area are the mild temperatures in the fall and winter.
Warm weather means many things in the RiverLights community: bright chatter from residents walking along the Boardwalk, kayaks adding color to the Cape Fear River, and refreshing afternoon dips in the pool. And, it means perfect weather for perusing the new Marina Village Marketplace! This farmers market is all-new to the Wilmington area, and it’s already a favorite Friday-morning activity.
At RiverLights, we strive to create an environment where our residents can live fully, seamlessly connecting their home to a dynamic community that offers all of the joys of an outdoor lifestyle along with local shops, restaurants and events – all right from their doorstep. This past year was one for the books as we celebrate a successful first year, welcoming several new families to the community and their homes.
Over 800 cheerful Wilmington residents attended the RiverLights Holiday Festival of Homes and raced through the decorated Dashing Thru the Glow 5K course on Saturday, Dec. 2. Riverlights hosted this second annual holiday event to celebrate the merriment of the season for the Wilmington community to enjoy, while marking one year of the community’s official open.
Versatile and perfectly positioned are two ways to describe the latest addition to Marina Village in RiverLights. Magnolia Social Café is more than just a coffee shop, and that’s exactly what owner Tammy Tilghman envisioned from the start. From the moment Tilghman saw the future location of her café, her dream began to take shape.
Wilmington, North Carolina, is one of the most vibrant riverfront cities in the country. The Port City offers its visitors plenty of Southern charm to go along with the stunning views from the Riverwalk along the Cape Fear River, so it’s no surprise that Wilmington’s was voted the Best American Riverfront in USA Today’s “10Best Readers’ Choice” contest. The best part? All of this could be a short drive from your new home at RiverLights.
The city also has some incredible festivals throughout the year that you won’t want to miss. Here are five of the top annual festivals in the Wilmington area.
North Carolina's diverse geography provides an idyllic backdrop for a variety of weekend and day trips. Whether they crave cities or wilderness, beaches or mountains, adventure or relaxation, RiverLights residents can enjoy it all with only a short drive from home. From a girl's getaway to a family trek, the area is sublime for excursions.
The warm summer air is slowly vanishing, and fall’s cool air is now gracing us. This brings with it an aura of excitement, as there are plenty of activities to enjoy this season in Wilmington, North Carolina.
As a leading boutique, coastal cottage builder in southeastern North Carolina, The Cottage Building Company is proud to offer its homes in RiverLights. Set to open in spring 2017, RiverLights is Wilmington, North Carolina’s newest waterfront home community. This picture-perfect coastal home community is set on nearly 1,400 acres encompassing picturesque wetlands, tidal marshes and sand dune
Established in Fayetteville, North Carolina, H&H Homes was initially formed to provide high-quality new home construction at unusually low price points to military families serving at Fort Bragg. As a hand-selected RiverLights™ homebuilder, H&H Homes has expanded its customer base and is providing an exceptional selection of new homes in Wilmington’s newest Cape Fear riverfront community.
Wilmington, North Carolina, provides beautiful, coastal scenery and great fun throughout the year. The city and its surrounding beaches truly shine during the summer.
RiverLights™, a 1,400-acre planned community in historic Wilmington, North Carolina, found its name through centuries of history. Here is how the name RiverLights came about.
Newland Communities has a reputation for creating attractive, unique communities throughout the country. RiverLights is the newest one in North Carolina.
Since spring and summer is hard to beat in North Carolina; outdoor living is being the next big thing. Check out the top 3 trends for outdoor living this year!
Wilmington was recently named one of the best vacation spots for families by FamilyFun magazine. The city features a historic downtown river district, island beaches, the Cape Fear River, and more.
Sustainable living is tremendously important in today's world. It is a forward-thinking lifestyle intended to reduce the impact a person has on the Earth's natural resources — and as time goes on, its importance only grows more vital.
Amazing artistic displays, historic sites, and outdoor recreation opportunities will inspire you to adopt Wilmington, North Carolina, as your new home.
RiverLights and Newland Communities are proud to have Plantation Building Corp. as one of RiverLights’ premier new homebuilders.
Started in Wilmington in 1997, Plantation boasts a passion for team unity and building “cool places to work and live” that sets the company apart from the rest. Plantation is known for clean designs with a refined aesthetic that incorporates the area’s coastal lifestyle.
Homeowners and homebuyers in North Carolina increasingly desire communities offering open spaces. For those considering relocation, a key factor in the decision-making process can be a state’s natural resources —such as the climate, mountains, ocean, lakes, hiking trails and wildlife — that make life more enjoyable.
Imagine a smooth drive to work or school — the kind of commute that allows you to enjoy your coffee without having it end up in your lap. Imagine passing by vibrant trees and plants on that drive, improving your mood instantly. Now envision making this journey through a community offering plenty of room and dedicated spaces for cars, pedestrians and cyclists, where everyone can exchange a nice wave. Introducing the new River Road — where you don’t have to imagine this new experience any longer. It is there in reality, waiting for you.
Meet the featured custom homebuilders that were handpicked by Newland Communities to showcase their designs and esteemed expertise, and ultimately be a part of what is sure to be a growing and thriving community.
