Waterfront - Golf Course - Primary on Main
Address
8839 Carenden Court, Sunset Beach, NC
Price
$ 924,900
Property Attributes
- MLS#100572483
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyBRUNSWICK
- CitySunset Beach
- AreaThistle Downs
- NeighborhoodSunset Beach
- Zip28468
- StyleSingle Family Residence
- Year Built2003
- Taxes$ 3212
- Price$ 924,900
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms3
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage3206
- Lot Size0.3 Acres
Data Source:
North Carolina Regional MLS (NCRMLS)
Property Description
Set within the gates of Thistle Downs, this beautifully updated home offers more than 3,200 square feet in a setting that feels worlds away from the ordinary. Inspired by Old World Scottish architecture and surrounded by ponds, green space, mature landscaping, and golf course views, Thistle Downs has a character all its own. Here, the pace feels quieter, the landscape more established, and the setting remarkably peaceful, all while remaining close to the beach. The home itself reflects that same sense of thoughtful character. Distinct living and dining spaces create a natural sense of separation and flow, while carefully selected updates bring warmth and refinement throughout. The remodeled kitchen features leathered marble countertops, while custom built-ins and a gas fireplace add warmth and character to the main living areas. The primary suite is designed as a comfortable retreat, with a soaking tub, walk-in shower, and dual closets featuring custom-designed shelving created specifically for each space by the owner. An enclosed rear porch with EZ Breeze windows extends the living experience throughout the seasons and offers a beautiful vantage point overlooking the backyard. Outside is where this property truly comes to life. The backyard overlooks a pond with a fountain, mature landscaping, and views toward the golf course and surrounding green space. Ducks return each year to nest beneath the hammock, birds move through the trees, and the sound of the fountain carries gently across the yard. Professionally designed landscaping by H. Burkert & Company gives the outdoor spaces an established, intentional feel that blends naturally with the character of Thistle Downs. Additional features include a newer water heater, irrigation system, WellSpring whole-home water filtration system, epoxy garage flooring with built-in shelving, and a home warranty offered by the seller. There is a particular feeling that comes with living in Thistle Downs. It is the beauty of the architecture, the quiet of the water, the mature landscape, and the feeling of being tucked away in a private sanctuary while the coast remains just minutes away. This is a home and setting best understood not simply by seeing it, but by experiencing what it feels like to live here.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary | Shallotte Middle | West Brunswick High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 5/8/2026 | Listed $924,900 |
General Features
| Living Area | 3206.0 |
|---|---|
| Heating | Propane,Heat Pump,Fireplace(s),Electric |
| Cooling | Central Air,Ceiling Fan(s),Heat Pump |
| Utilities | Sewer Connected,Water Connected |
| Possession | Close Of Escrow,At Closing |
| Roof | Architectural Shingle |
| Appliances | Electric Oven,Electric Cooktop,Built-In Microwave,Washer,Refrigerator,Ice Maker,Dryer,Disposal,Dishwasher,Generator |
| Zoning | R8 |
| HOA Fee | 3500.0 |
| Garage Spaces | 2.0 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Covered,Enclosed,Patio,Porch,Screened,Front Porch,Rear Porch |
| Security Features | Security System,Smoke Detector(s) |
| Construction Materials | Block,Stone,Wood Siding,Fiber Cement,Wood Frame |
| Year Built | 2003 |
| View | Golf Course,Pond,Water |
| Levels | Two |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Taxes | 3212.72 |
| Parcel Number | 241fa004 |
| Waterfront Features | None |
| Accessibility | None |
| Assoc Fee Paid Per | Annually |
| County | Brunswick |
| Operating Expense | 0.0 |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| In City Limits? (Y/N) | Yes |
| Association Amenities | Clubhouse,Community Pool,Fitness Center,Gated,Golf Course,Maintenance Common Areas,Maintenance Grounds,Maintenance Roads,Management,Master Insure,Restaurant,Security,Spa/Hot Tub,Street Lights,Taxes,T |
| HOA | Yes |
| Attached Garage | Yes |
| Subdivision Name | Thistle Downs |
| Garage Y/N | Yes |
| Other Structures | Fountain |
| Total Rooms | 9 |
| Full Baths | 3 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | From 17 N,right onto 904 Seaside Rd SW. Right onto 179 Old Georgetown Rd SW. Rt onto Olde Thistle Downs Dr. Left on Strathaven Ln. Rt on Carendon Ct. House will be on the left at 8839 Carendon Ct. |
| High School | West Brunswick |
| City | Sunset Beach |
| Association Name | Coastal Destination Properties & Management |
| High School District | Brunswick County Schools |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 13068.0 |
| Carport Spaces | 0.0 |
| Carport Y/N | No |
| Elementary School | Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary |
| Property Attached Y/N | No |
| Land Lease Y/N | No |
| Home Warranty Y/N | No |
| Middle/Junior High School | Shallotte Middle |
| Lease Considered Y/N | No |
| Virtual Tour | https://vimeo.com/1190114226/099cef2518?fl=pl&fe=sh |
| Structure Type | Wood Frame,Stick Built |
| Living Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Tax Assessed Value | 682700 |
| Tax Lot | 4 |
| Legal Description | L-4 PH-1 THISTLE DOWNS PLAT 52/73 |
| IslandOrMainland | Mainland |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Master Downstairs,Walk-in Closet(s),Vaulted Ceiling(s),Tray Ceiling(s),High Ceilings,Entrance Foyer,Mud Room,Whole-Home Generator,Ceiling Fan(s),Walk-in Shower,Blinds/Shades,Gas Log,Walk-In Closet(s) |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Carpet,Tile,Wood |
| Furnished Y/N | Unfurnished |
| Water Heater | Electric |
| Total Fireplaces | 1 |
| Fireplace Features | Gas Log |
| Master Bed Level | Non Primary Living Area |
| Total Stories | 2 |
| Basement (Y/N) | No |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | Yes |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Fireplace Y/N | Yes |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Laundry Features | Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,Laundry Room,Utility Sink |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Attic Features | Eave Storage,Floored,Walk-In |
| Entry Level | 1 |
| Room Type | Living Room,Dining Room,Dining Area,Breakfast Nook,Master Bedroom,Bedroom 2,Bedroom 3,Fnshd Room over Garage,Laundry,Sunroom |
| Total Baths | 4 |
| Living Area Range | 3000 - 3499 |
| SmokingYN | No |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Irrigation System |
|---|---|
| Exterior Finish | Fiber Cement,Stone,Wood Siding |
| Fencing | None |
| Parking Features | Garage Faces Side,Attached,Concrete,Garage Door Opener,On Site,Garage |
| Lot Features | Cul-De-Sac,On Golf Course,Level,Landscaped,Rectangular Lot |
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking | 2.0 |
| Lot Size Area | 0.3 |
| Foundation Details | Crawl Space |
| Spa | No |
| Building Area Total | 3206.0 |
| Lot Dimensions | 77' x 169' x 77' x 178' |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.3 |
| Road Surface Type | Paved |
| Frontage Type | Golf Course,Pond Front |
| Waterfront Y/N | Yes |
| Road Frontage Type | Private Road,Maintained,Asphalt,Paved |
| Other Equipment | Generator |
| Crops Included Y/N | No |
| Horse Y/N | No |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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