Overview

Figure Eight Island is an extraordinary private island in southeast North Carolina, just north of Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach. There are only around 450 homes on 1300 acres, and it is accessible only by a guarded causeway bridge. The privacy and beautiful beaches of Figure Eight have drawn celebrities ranging from Kim Basinger to Al Gore.

The marshes and beaches of Figure Eight have been carefully maintained to protect the natural environment, and there is no commercial development of any kind on the island. The Island operates a clubhouse, with a pool, tennis courts, marina, and dining area that serves elegant meals in a waterfront setting. The island is ideal for biking, watersports, playing with kids on the beach or taking long, tranquil walks.

The island is a 20-minute drive to downtown Wilmington, a bustling community known for its historic buildings, homes, and vibrant arts community. Wilmington is large enough to have a large variety of dining, shopping and entertainment options, but is still small enough to feel like a town. The area is home to a suprisingly large community of theater, visual arts, music and film, including a movie studio that is one of the largest in the country.