This North Carolina Town Is a More Affordable Version of Nantucket—With the Same Coastal Charm and Stunning Ocean Views

This North Carolina Town Is a More Affordable Version of Nantucket—With the Same Coastal Charm and Stunning Ocean Views

This may be the Tar Heel State's best-kept secret.On the water in Southport, North Carolina.Credit: City of SouthportKey PointsRoughly 30 miles south of Wilmington, North Carolina, Southport is a small coastal city situated at the mouth of the Cape Fear River and the Atlantic Ocean. The town has a rich maritime history and is an ideal home base for water-based activities like kayaking, canoeing, and fishing. Ocean-to-table cuisine, historic inns…