Harbor Acres Homes with Canal Front Waterfront Features

Welcome to Harbor Acres, an idyllic waterfront subdivision nestled in the heart of Holden Beach, North Carolina. This charming community is a hidden gem in Brunswick County, offering residents a serene coastal lifestyle paired with the allure of canal-front living. Imagine waking up each morning to the gentle sound of water lapping against your dock, with breathtaking views that stretch across the tranquil canals.

Harbor Acres boasts a variety of beautifully designed homes, each with its unique character and charm. Many of these properties feature canal front waterfront access, providing the perfect opportunity for boating, fishing, or simply enjoying the peaceful ambiance of life by the water. Whether you’re seeking a cozy beach cottage or a spacious family home, you'll find a diverse selection of properties that cater to every taste and lifestyle.

The community is not just about stunning homes; it’s about a vibrant lifestyle. Residents of Harbor Acres enjoy easy access to Holden Beach, renowned for its pristine shoreline and family-friendly atmosphere. Spend your days basking in the sun, exploring local shops, or indulging in fresh seafood at nearby restaurants. For those who love the outdoors, the area is surrounded by scenic parks and nature trails, perfect for hiking, biking, or leisurely strolls.

In Harbor Acres, you'll discover a welcoming community where neighbors become friends and the beauty of coastal living is just outside your door. Embrace the tranquility and charm of this remarkable subdivision, and make your dream of waterfront living a reality!

Newest Harbor Acres Homes with Canal Front Waterfront Features

$849,000

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 100592203 MLS

Welcome to 139 Tarpon Drive, a fully furnished, truly turn-key canal front home on award-winning Holden Beach. Whether you're looking for a primary residence, coastal beach getaway, or investment property, this beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 2-bath home is ready to enjoy from day one. Extensively updated in 2026, this home features a brand-new kitchen with modern cabinetry, stone countertops, a coastal tile backsplash and stainless appliances, along with new LVP flooring and fresh interior paint throughout. Additional improvements include the HVAC system (2023), water heater (2023), and beautifully updated bathrooms with tile showers and modern fixtures. The open-concept floor plan is filled with natural light, highlighted by an oversized sliding glass door overlooking the canal that perfectly frames the peaceful marsh views. Step outside to enjoy the spacious covered back deck overlooking the marsh, where you'll appreciate the spectacular sunsets and coastal wildlife year-round. Boaters will love the deep-water canal access complete with a private floating dock and a 10,000-pound boat lift, providing quick access to the Intracoastal Waterway. Beach access is just a short walk away, directly across Ocean Boulevard from Marlin Drive. The ground level offers an abundance of high-clearance covered parking, a large storage room with a portable air conditioner and freezer that convey, plenty of space for all your beach gear and fishing equipment, plus an outdoor shower after a day at the beach or on the boat. Being sold fully furnished, this home is truly move-in ready- just bring your clothes and toothbrush. Conveniently located between Wilmington and Myrtle Beach, Holden Beach continues to be recognized as one of North Carolina's premier family beach destinations. This one won't last long, come and take a look for yourself today.

139 Tarpon Dr, Holden Beach

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Greg A Williams () from Listing Office: PROACTIVE Real Estate.

$969,000

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 100588882 MLS

Welcome to 142 Marlin Dr, a truly exceptional canal-front home located on award-winning Holden Beach. Beautifully renovated and meticulously maintained, this fully furnished 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 1,216 heated sq. ft. and is perfectly suited as your next primary residence, coastal beach getaway, or investment property. Never offered as a vacation rental, this is a rare opportunity to own one of Holden Beach's most thoughtfully renovated canal-front homes. Completed with incredible attention to detail, the extensive renovations include a completely redesigned kitchen featuring custom hardwood cabinetry, a large kitchen island with matching leathered natural Brazilian quartzite countertops, GE Café Series Smart Appliances in Matte White, a Kohler farmhouse sink, custom brass hardware, updated LVP flooring throughout, new interior doors, fresh interior and exterior paint, updated fixtures, recessed lighting, rewired electrical, roof, HVAC system, tankless water heater, EV charger, and much more. Every improvement was carefully selected to create a home that is as functional as it is beautiful. See full improvement list for more details. Step outside and enjoy everything that makes Holden Beach living so special. The beautifully designed backyard features a heated 11'x30' Barrier Reef fiberglass in-ground pool with tanning ledge, expansive decking and entertainment areas, a new floating dock with oversized aluminum gangway, and direct Intracoastal Waterway access, making boating, fishing, kayaking, and waterfront entertaining effortless. The public beach access is conveniently located directly across Ocean Boulevard, while the direct Intracoastal Waterway access allows you to leave your dock and cruise straight into the Intracoastal Waterway. The property's location between the ICW and the Ocean also creates wonderful coastal breezes that are hard to find. Whether you're enjoying your morning coffee overlooking the water, spending the afternoon on the boat, or relaxing by the pool after a day on the beach, this home offers an exceptional coastal lifestyle. Holden Beach is centrally located between Wilmington and Myrtle Beach. This is coastal living at its finest. Come take a look for yourself today!

142 Marlin Dr, Holden Beach

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Greg A Williams () from Listing Office: PROACTIVE Real Estate.

$1,169,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 100578882 MLS

Welcome to island living at its absolute best! This stunning 2-bedroom, 2-bath with a bonus room plumbed for the third bath coastal castle that checks all your boxes --unobstructed ICW & canal views, ICW frontage, canal access, a private dock, and a boat lift all wrapped into one unforgettable property. Step inside and prepare to be impressed. The soaring vaulted wood ceiling creates a dramatic first impression, while the open floor plan is designed to entertain, relax, and capture breathtaking water views from every angle. The loft offers its own slice of paradise with direct ICW views. Built in 2017 by a long-standing, highly respected Holden Beach custom builder, this home is packed with quality features: aluminum railings, gorgeous hardwood floors, tile baths, plush bedroom carpeting, and an outdoor shower perfect after a day on the water. The home's spray foam insulation provides top-tier energy efficiency--expanding into every crevice to block drafts, moisture, and pests while reducing heating and cooling costs by up to 15% and improving indoor air quality. A cargo lift makes bringing in groceries and luggage effortless, and the lower-level storage/workshop area adds practicality to this coastal gem. With 1,866 heated square feet, this home is ideal as a luxury primary residence, a stylish second home, or a high-demand vacation rental investment. Holden Beach's unbeatable location between Myrtle Beach and Wilmington means endless options for dining, golf, entertainment, and travel.

184 Sailfish St, Holden Beach

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Christian L Pigott () from Listing Office: Long Bay Realty LLC dba SunCoast NC Realty.

$1,050,000

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 100557259 MLS

Views from every room, a saltwater pool in your large backyard and walking distance to the public beach access!! This home has it all and is just waiting for you to start enjoying. Open concept living on the main floor with a recently updated kitchen. Four spacious bedrooms perfectly split between floors. Enjoy coffee on either your front or back porch because both have water views. Don't worry about storing your boat because your lift is right out your back door. Take a short walk to the end of Sailfish where the park is situated on the ICW! Home has been a successful rental and has multiple bookings for 2026!

172 Sailfish St, Holden Beach

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Summer H Hilton () from Listing Office: A Non Member.

$699,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 100554789 MLS

Experience waterfront living at its finest! This charming canal-front home boasts a new dock, direct access to the water, and picturesque marsh views. With a proven track record of rental income, it's an ideal investment and a perfect personal escape. 127 Swordfish welcomes you with a large front porch - where you can enjoy your morning coffee with unobstructed views of the marsh and wildlife. Inside, the bright kitchen features a decorative backsplash, beautiful wood countertops and a bar for casual eating or grabbing a post beach snack. The open floor plan flows seamlessly into the living and dining areas, where natural light fills the space and highlights the canal-facing screen porch. The dining area exudes the charm of an old beach cottage while offering the modern comforts you'd expect. A wall of windows invites you to linger and enjoy the water views. The gracious screen porch offers an extension of living area with additional seating as well as another dining area or place for games after a day in the sun. The backyard is already fenced in for you and offers a swing under the deck, an outdoor shower and of course, the dock for relaxing, fishing or watching a sunset. Back inside, the primary bedroom is spacious with an attached bath and a secondary bedroom has a clear view of the marsh to take advantage of. Recent updates include a new roof in 2022, new HVAC in 2025, and new stationary dock and floating dock in 2024. Beyond the property, Holden Beach also offers a playground, picnic and gathering area, tennis and basketball courts to use when you need a break from the beach. Embrace coastal living at 127 Swordfish — where every day feels like a getaway.

127 Swordfish Dr, Holden Beach

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Jennifer B Anderson () from Listing Office: PROACTIVE Real Estate.

$769,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 100520391 MLS

What a gem this home is! There are three bedrooms and two bathrooms as well as a large kitchen and great room. Also, to sit and to relax there is a screened porch on the canal and an open deck on the street side of the home. The owners have transformed this home to a bright and cheery comfortable retreat. With a pier to the canal in your back yard and the beach access very close by, this home offers something for everyone. Owners have been making updates and upgrades for years; they replaced siding with Hardie board and have maintained property meticulously. For the investor buyer, this home has a well-established rental history. Owners have recently installed a large window on the second floor which offers beautiful views of the canal.

108 Tarpon Dr, Holden Beach

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Mary B Overocker () from Listing Office: Coastal Development & Realty.

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