Gated Communities in North Carolina: Privacy, Luxury & a Premier Lifestyle

North Carolina Gated Communities

For those seeking an exclusive, secure, and amenity-rich lifestyle, North Carolina gated communities offer an unparalleled living experience. Whether you dream of a private retreat in the Blue Ridge Mountains, a coastal enclave near Wilmington, or a sophisticated golf community near Charlotte, you’ll find a diverse selection of gated communities in North Carolina that suit your lifestyle.

At Private Communities Registry (PCR), we’ve been the go-to resource for nearly 30 years, connecting homebuyers with the best gated communities in North Carolina. Browse our curated list of private communities, explore homes for sale, and request more information directly from community representatives.

Types of Gated Communities in North Carolina

North Carolina offers a variety of gated communities designed to cater to different preferences and lifestyles:

  • Luxury Gated Communities: High-end estates, world-class amenities, and exclusive country club living.
  • Golf & Resort-Style Communities: Premier golf courses, clubhouses, and a vibrant social scene.
  • 55+ & Active Adult Communities: Age-restricted enclaves offering low-maintenance living and active social clubs.
  • Private Mountain Communities: Secluded, nature-rich settings with hiking trails and breathtaking views.
  • Coastal Gated Communities: Waterfront homes with marina access, boating, and beachside relaxation.
  • Affordable Gated Communities: Budget-friendly options with great amenities and a strong sense of community.

Why Residents Love North Carolina’s Gated Communities

Gated communities in North Carolina attract retirees, families, and second-home buyers seeking:

  • Security & Privacy – Gated entrances, 24/7 security, and controlled access provide peace of mind.
  • Luxury Amenities – From championship golf courses to private beaches, residents enjoy resort-style living.
  • Exclusive Lifestyle – A serene, high-end environment fosters a sense of prestige and community.
  • Low-Maintenance Living – Many communities offer landscaping services and HOA-managed perks.
  • Proximity to Top Cities – Live near Charlotte, Asheville, Wilmington, and Greensboro while enjoying a private retreat.

Where to Find the Best Gated Communities in North Carolina

Whether you’re looking for mountain seclusion or coastal charm, North Carolina gated communities are located in some of the most desirable areas:

  • North Carolina Mountains: Find private mountain communities near Asheville with panoramic views and outdoor recreation.
  • Coastal North Carolina: Live by the water in gated communities near Wilmington, offering beach access and boating.
  • Charlotte & the Piedmont Region: Upscale golf and country club communities near Charlotte, Raleigh, Durham, Greensboro, and the Sandhills.

Homes & Real Estate in North Carolina Gated Communities

From luxury estates to charming cottages, gated communities in North Carolina offer a range of homes:

  • Luxury Estates: Multi-million-dollar homes with custom designs, expansive outdoor spaces, and high-end finishes.
  • Golf Course Homes: Stunning residences overlooking pristine fairways and lush landscapes.
  • Waterfront Properties: Coastal homes with direct water access, private docks, and marina amenities.
  • Mountain Retreats: Custom-built cabins and lodges with stunning Blue Ridge Mountain views.
  • Low-Maintenance Villas & Condos: Ideal for retirees and seasonal residents looking for lock-and-leave convenience.

Find Your Dream Home in a North Carolina Gated Community

Ready to experience the privacy, security, and luxury of North Carolina gated communities? Start your search with (PCR)—your trusted source for discovering the best gated communities in North Carolina. Browse communities, explore homes for sale, and connect with community representatives today!


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Albemarle Plantation

Hertford, North Carolina Gated Community
Hertford, North Carolina

A scenic Dan Maples signature golf course and a 166-slip deepwater marina highlight this gated waterfront community in the Albemarle Sound region of northeastern North Carolina. Choose from a selection of homes, townhomes and condos priced from $225,000 to $850,000; Lots from $30,000 to $200,000. Read More...

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Bear Lake Reserve

Tuckasegee, North Carolina Gated Community
Tuckasegee, North Carolina

This lakefront mountain resort community features a Nicklaus Design golf course, a lake club with pools, restaurant and fitness center, tennis & pickleball courts, a 500-acre private lake, an outdoor events amphitheater, and miles of scenic hiking trails and fly fishing. Located along one of the last undeveloped lakes in Western North Carolina, near Cashiers. Craftsman-style cottages, custom homes, villas and mountain lodges are priced from the high $200,000s to $4 million; Lots priced from the low $100,000s to the high $500,000s. Read More...

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Blue Ridge Mountain Club

Boone, North Carolina Gated Community
Boone, North Carolina

Blue Ridge Mountain Club is located just off the Blue Ridge Parkway between Blowing Rock and Boone, NC. With elevations over 4,000 feet in areas, residents enjoy long-range views. Amenities include a trail network, ATV trails, and a community park and pavilion. Residents of the private mountain community also enjoy a restaurant, fitness facility/clubhouse, pool, great lawn, and more. Lots from $125,000 to $1.8 million; Cabins, Condos, and Custom Homes from $900,000 to $10 million. Read More...

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Compass Pointe

Leland, North Carolina Gated Community
Leland, North Carolina

Awarded the 2016 Bliss Award for “Best North Carolina Community of the Year,” Compass Pointe offers new homes, townhomes and lots for sale in a gated resort and retirement community near North Carolina's Cape Fear coast, with golf, tennis and other club amenities under development. Lots from $200,000+; Homes priced from the mid $500,000s to $1 million. Read More...

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Connestee Falls

Brevard, North Carolina Gated Community
Brevard, North Carolina

For over four decades, Connestee Falls has offered scenic mountain real estate and single-family homes for sale in a gated Blue Ridge Mountain community with golf, tennis, lakes, waterfalls, hiking trails and other active lifestyle amenities. Homesites are priced from about $10,000 to $99,900; Single-family homes from $300,000 to $2 million. Read More...

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Cresswind Wesley Chapel

Monroe, North Carolina Gated Community
Monroe, North Carolina

This master-planned active adult (55+) community in suburban Charlotte blends modern conveniences with a rural, small-town atmosphere. Forbes named the region one of the nation’s “Best Places to Retire,” citing its good climate, good air quality and no state income tax on Social Security. Residents will have convenient access to Uptown Charlotte, the airport, shopping, golf and more. Priced from the $400,000s to the $800,000s. Read More...

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Flowers Plantation

Clayton, North Carolina Gated Community
Clayton, North Carolina

This 3,000-acre gated community is located just 20 minutes outside of North Carolina's Research Triangle. Along with quick access to the Triangle's renowned healthcare, shops, dining, and entertainment venues, this master-planned community offers a diverse selection of amenities, including a clubhouse, fitness center, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, tennis, walking trails, and more. Homes and townhomes from the $300,000s to $1 million. Apartment rentals starting at $1,450/month.. Read More...

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Grandview Peaks

Nebo, North Carolina Gated Community
Nebo, North Carolina

Located about an hour from Asheville, this gated mountain community offers a choice of long-range views and gently sloping lots for sale in the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina. Ready-to-build 1- to 10-acre lots are priced from $29,900 to $89,900; Log, Timber and Craftsman Style home/land packages priced from $200,000 to $500,000. Read More...

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Kenmure Country Club

Flat Rock, North Carolina Gated Community
Flat Rock, North Carolina

Buyers seeking a year-round home, part-time mountain retreat or long-term retirement residence will find a varied selection of homes and homesites for sale at Kenmure— an established Blue Ridge Mountain country club community located 30 minutes from Asheville. Homesites ranging from half an acre to two acres are priced from $100,000 to $450,000, with condos, townhomes, villas and single-family homes priced from $350,000 to $2.5 million. Read More...

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Landfall

Wilmington, North Carolina Gated Community
Wilmington, North Carolina

This established Wilmington, North Carolina country club community is situated just west of the Intracoastal Waterway, five minutes from Wrightsville Beach. A long list of amenities is topped by 45 holes of golf designed by Jack Nicklaus and Pete Dye. Lots are priced from about $400,000 to $2 million; Homes, Condos and Townhomes are priced from about $575,000 to $3.5 million. Read More...

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Ocean Ridge Plantation Presented by ASAP Realty

Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina Gated Community
Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina

90 holes of championship golf, coastal living, and protected woodlands are defining features of this community located between Wilmington, NC and Myrtle Beach, SC. Amenities include three clubhouses, a private beach club, tennis, racquetball, swimming, fitness, a nature park, and a community garden. Lots from the $14,000 to $250,000; Homes from $325,000 to over $800,000. Read More...

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Porters Neck Plantation

Wilmington, North Carolina Gated Community
Wilmington, North Carolina

Located 4 miles from the scenic port city of Wilmington, North Carolina, Porters Neck Plantation encompasses 675 acres of coastland adjacent to the Intracoastal Waterway. With a Tom Fazio 18-hole championship course, ranked “Number #1 on the North Carolina Coast” by Golf Digest, the community also offers tennis, swimming pools, a sports center, dining and social activities in a family-oriented atmosphere. Patio Homes, Custom and Resale Homes from the $500,000 to $990,000. Read More...

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River Bluffs

Wilmington, North Carolina Gated Community
Wilmington, North Carolina

This picturesque gated, waterfront marina community is located along the banks of the North East Cape Fear River. Amenities include Porches Cafe, a cardio fitness center, resort swimming pool, 188-slip marina, tennis & pickleball courts, nature trails & parks, plus a half-mile riverfront boardwalk. Downtown Wilmington with amazing restaurants and nightlife is a 10-minute drive via boat or car. Lots priced from the low $200,000s and Townhomes/Homes priced from the $500,000s. Read More...

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Rivers Edge Golf Club & Plantation

Shallotte, North Carolina Gated Community
Shallotte, North Carolina

Rivers Edge Golf Club & Plantation is conveniently located close to three of the most pristine beaches on the east coast. Rivers Edge is known for its all-inclusive amenities and active lifestyle which includes an award-winning 18-hole Arnold Palmer Signature Golf Course, River Hall Residence Club, 27-acre freshwater Palmer Lake, oceanfront beach club, walking & biking trails, and views of the Shallotte River and its tributaries. Water, golf, and nature view homesites, homes, and townhomes are available. Lots from $20,000 to $200,000; homes & townhomes from the $300,000s to $1 million+. Read More...

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Rumbling Bald on Lake Lure

Lake Lure, North Carolina Gated Community
Lake Lure, North Carolina

This Blue Ridge Mountain gated mountain community offers championship golf courses, a variety of resort-style amenities, and vacation homes and rentals on Lake Lure. Members stay connected with the outdoors with hiking & biking trails, water recreation on the lake, fishing, and a white sand beach. Lots priced from $5,000 to $150,000; condos from $40,000 to $250,000; homes and townhomes from $200,000 to $1 million. Read More...

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Seawatch at Sunset Harbor

Bolivia, North Carolina Gated Community
Bolivia, North Carolina

Nestled between Oak Island and Holden Beach, Seawatch at Sunset Harbor® offers a peaceful, coastal lifestyle with preserved green spaces and oversized homesites. This hidden gem combines custom-built homes reminiscent of Southport’s architecture with the boating and fishing charm of Sunset Harbor. Access to the Intracoastal Waterway is via the Sunset Harbor’s community boat launch. With a community gathering place, crabbing pier, and scenic nature trails, Seawatch is perfect for those seeking a peaceful, low-key lifestyle along North Carolina’s coast. Lots priced from $15,000; Homes priced from $500,000. Read More...

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St. James Plantation

Southport, North Carolina Gated Community
Southport, North Carolina

Located on the Intracoastal Waterway, along the North Carolina coast near Wilmington and Southport, St. James Plantation offers numerous amenities: four championship Audubon-Certified golf courses, private beach club, full-service marina village, tennis courts, swimming pools, fitness centers, waterfront park, over 15 miles of walking and biking trails and 500 acres of nature preserves. Lots priced from $200,000+; Condos and Townhomes from the $350,000+; Homes from $600,000 to over $1 million+. Read More...

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The Bluffs on the Cape Fear

Leland, North Carolina Gated Community
Leland, North Carolina

Only 15 minutes from Wilmington, this gated waterfront community offers the convenience of living near an appealing small city, combined with easy access to exceptional boating, fishing, beaches and golf along North Carolina's Cape Fear Coast. Featured amenities include a lakeside clubhouse and a private beach club; amenities include a private marina and waterfront park. Homesites priced from the high $100,000s. Homes from the $700,000s to $1 million+. Read More...

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The Cliffs at Walnut Cove

Arden, North Carolina Gated Community
Arden, North Carolina

Bordered by the Pisgah National Forest and the Blue Ridge Parkway, The Cliffs at Walnut Cove rests on 1,600 acres of dense forests, rolling meadows and clear streams. Membership provides access to over $150 million in completed amenities at all seven Cliffs Communities, including seven championship golf courses with designs by Jack Nicklaus, Tom Fazio and Gary Player. Homes priced from $1,325,000 to $6 million; Lots from the $200,000s to $1.8 million. Read More...

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The Coves Mountain River Club

Lenoir, North Carolina Gated Community
Lenoir, North Carolina

Breathe in the mountain air, and savor the wildflowers; you’ve found your new home in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Welcome to The Coves Mountain River Club, a 3,200-acre gated community on the Johns River. Private trails wind past sparkling streams and mountain overlooks. Gardens, picnic pavilions, kayak access points, equestrian facilities, and more await. End the day with a glorious sunset at the ridgetop clubhouse. Home sites from $39,900 - $139,900. Cabins, Cottages, and Traditional Homes are available. Read More...

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