Do you have plans for New Year's Eve? If not... why don't you...

Plan to attend the

 New Year's Eve Beach Party and Anchor Drop!

The Invite is pictured on the left! 

Space is limited, so buy your tickets early!

Catered by

Fishy Fishy!!!

Sounds like a lot of fun!

See you there!

Potential Short Sale on this Park Avenue House!

Friends of the Library Used Book Sales

The Friends of the Library

will be holding their next Used Book Sales

December 10, 2011

at 727 North Howe Street

Southport, NC

10am - 2:30pm

What is Friends of the Library??



The Friends of the Library Southport & Oak Island (FOLSOI) is a non-profit, tax-exempt organization registered under 501(c)(3) of Internal Revenue Code dedicated to supporting the Margaret & James Harper, Jr. Library in Southport and the G.V. Barbee, Sr. Library on Oak Island, their missions and programs.
The FOLSOI offers financial support for library programs, community outreach and facilities improvements, through activities such as book sales, other fundraisers and dues collection, ensuring that extra funding beyond the Libraries’ regular budgets are protected and earmarked to enhance Harper’s and Barbee’s services.
The FOLSOI organization aims to engage the community in library programs.  It seeks to upgrade the quality of library services by means of gifts, reading materials, collections, facilities and programs.
What is a Friend?
Friends are people who are committed to the development and support of a quality, community oriented public library system.
What do Friends do?
Provide volunteer support
Raise funds to support the libraries’ non-budgeted needs
Support children’s programs
Promote literacy and the love of books
Sponsor cultural and literacy programs
Promote library advocacy in the community and on legislative issues
source: http://www.folsoi.com/

Don't forget... Santa Clause is coming to town TOMORROW!!!

American Red Cross Blood Drive Tomorrow, December 5th

Southport Community Blood Drive

held at

Trinity United Methodist Church

209 E. Nash Street

Monday, December 5th

1:30 - 6:00 pm

Please contact Tom Miller for information or

appointments at 253-5768.

Walk ins are accepted, however an appointment will

reduce your wait time.

All donors are entered into a drawing to win a pair of Delta Round trip Air Line Tickets!

What to do this weekend in Southport...

This weekend, the Southport Winterfest continues.

Friday, December 9th, 2011

• 5pm - Children's Christmas Tree Decorating and Singing on the porch of the Garrison

• 6pm - How the Grinch Stole Christmas will be playing on the Garrison Lawn

Saturday, December 10th, 2011

• 9am - 4pm Winter Craft Festival on the Garrison Lawn

• 10am - 11:30am  Santa's Workshop in the Southport City Gym

• 10am - 2:30pm    Friends of the Library Book Sale at the Southport Realty building- 727 N. Howe Street

• 1pm - 4pm Holiday Concert at the Southport Community Building

• 2pm - 7pm Christmas Tour of Homes- Tickets available at the Southport Visitor Center

• 7pm -  Southport Christmas Floatilla

910-457-7927 or 910-457-0665

visithistoricsouthport@gmail.com

 

City of Southport

Southport Parks & Recreation

Tourism & Economic Dev.

Downtown Southport, Inc.

Southport Fire Department

Southport Historic Society

Cape Fear Yacht Club

Dosher Memorial Hospital

Southport-Oak Island

Friends of the Library

Thank you to

TOURISM PARTNERS

For more information

Please call the Southport Visitor’s Center

HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS

Friday, December 9th

How the Grinch Stole Christmas presented by the Southport Parks & Recreation at 6 PM on the Garrison Lawn for a waterfront movie. Be sure to bring chairs and blankets.

Hot Chocolate will be served to keep you warm.

Bring your friends and family, and join us for an evening of fun beginning at 5 PM

Children’s Christmas tree decorating & singing on the porch of the Garrison.

For more information

Please call the Southport Visitor’s Center

910-457-7927 or 910-457-0665

visithistoricsouthport@gmail.com



Do you need a great stocking stuffer idea??

Or maybe a gift for someone who has it all...

"Christmas in Southport"

A collection of Special Christmas Ornaments

New in 2011

The Walker-Pyke House

Just $10 each

Great for:

• Family
• Friends
• Co-workers
• Stocking Stuffers    
• Collectors
• Souvenirs
• Customer Gifts
• Client Gifts

The Southport Lions Club/Foundation is introducing the Walker-Pyke house as the 2011 addition to the “Christmas in Southport” ornament collection which began in 2002.  This is the 10^th ornament in the collection of various historic places of interest which are featured in the “Self-Guided Walking Tour” brochure designed by the late Donald K. Johnson for the Southport Historical Society.  This brochure is given out to visitors who want to learn more about the history of this town.

The Walker-Pyke house is probably the oldest surviving house in Southport, built between 1800 and 1820 and is located at the corner of E. Bay Street and Atlantic Avenue.  The house features a clipped gable roof with 3 dormers, and porches on both the first and second floors.  More details on the house may be found in the insert that comes with each ornament.

The ornaments are solid pewter and manufactured by the Woodbury Pewter Company in Woodbury, CT. 

Ornaments from the previous 9 years are still available and displayed elsewhere in the Visitor Center.

See previous ornaments by clicking here

For more information or to order ornaments, please write or call:

Southport Visitor Center

113 W. Moore Street

Southport, NC  28461

910-457-7927

1-800-388-9635

The "Christmas in Southport" ornament collections designed and distributed exclusively by the Southport's Lions Foundation 1 501 c(3) corporation.  All proceeds will benefit local Lion's Club projects.

Santa Clause is Coming to Town! Ride on the Fire Trucks to pick him up!!!

SOUTHPORT WINTERFEST KICKOFF

Tuesday, December 6th

Everyone will meet at the Southport Fire Department at 6 PM.

First, they head to Dosher Hospital to pick up Santa and light the Christmas Tree. After a short parade around town, the Fire Truck will carry Santa and all the Children to the Whittlers Bench at the Waterfront where the Christmas Tree is lit. Afterwards, they head back to the Fire Department where the children can give Santa their Christmas Wish List and enjoy refreshments. Let the Season begin!

For more information

Please call the Southport Visitor’s Center

910-457-7927 or 910-457-0665

Email

visithistoricsouthport@gmail.com

Here is 10 quick tips I found from about.com regarding the BIGGEST Shopping Day of the year... BLACK FRIDAY!

Black Friday - The Biggest Shopping Day of the Year:

Black Friday falls on the day after Thanksgiving and has earned the reputation of being the busiest shopping day of the year. The name was adopted from an accounting term - red ink denotes a negative profit margin, where as "in the black" denotes a positive profit margin. Many retailers make or break their sales goals between Thanksgiving and Christmas, with the season kicking off on the Friday after Thanksgiving, hence the name "Black Friday."

1. Check Out the Ads:

Your local Thanksgiving Day newspaper will be stuffed like your Thanksgiving turkey with ads, coupons, and circulars. This will be your number one source to local Black Friday savings. It will also help you organize your day to maximize savings, since many stores offer special discounts that are time specific. Example: Receive an extra 10 percent off if you shop before 11 a.m.

2. Do Your Research Before Friday:

If you are hoping to scoop up a deal on Friday on a big-ticket item, go ahead and get your research out of the way as soon as possible. A bad product is a bad deal no matter how cheap it costs. Being knowledgeable about the products you want to buy will help you avoid being sucker-punched with loud advertising for poor products. About.com is chocked full of buying advice on a wide variety of products from professionals who have the knowledge to help you make good decisions.

3. Compare Prices:

Utilize price-comparison Internet shopping sites such as PriceGrabber.com to assist you in comparing product prices. Compare the "options" included with the product. Some retailers will low-ball the advertised price on a stripped down product, and then you will be charged extra for the necessary parts that will make the product perform as expected. A good example of this is often seen with super low-priced computer printers that come without the cable (cord) or printer ink.

4. Look for Early Bird Shopper Discounts:

The Early Bird Shopper will be the real winner on Black Friday. Stores offering early-day shopper specials usually run the deals from 5 a.m. until 11 a.m. and with no "rain checks," which means once they run out of the products, you are out of luck. Scanning the ads and routing your trip based on your buying priorities will be important with the time-sensitive deals that will be offered.

5. Beat the Crowds with Night Owl Discounts on Thanksgiving:

Internet shoppers can beat the early birds by shopping online in the pre-dawn hours of Black Friday. Many retailers will be posting their Black Friday specials, which can be ordered online and picked-up at your local store. Special "Web only" deals will also be available starting as early as Thanksgiving eve. Many of the the aggressive outlet malls and factory stores will be opening Thursday at midnight, with early bird promotions in hopes of capturing your dollars before the competition has opened.

6. Bring the Ads:

Many stores offer a "lowest-price" guarantee; however you may be required to produce a copy of the exact product being advertised for less. Most local retailers will not meet Internet prices even when the product is advertised on the same company's website, but it cannot hurt to try. Print the Web page that details the product and shows the advertised price. It may give you additional bargaining power and push the sales person into waiving other charges such as assembly fees.

8. Know the Store Policies:

Knowing the store policies on returns can help you determine where to buy. A previous trend of extending "return days" during the holidays is being seen less this year. Many retailers are including restocking fees and shorter return deadlines. Almost all of the major retail chains have clamped down on requiring receipts for returns and exchanges, and many keep a database of individuals who tend to abuse return policies. If you get onto an "abuse" list, prepare yourself to be turned down.

9. Ask for Gift Receipts:

Gift receipts generally include a description of the item purchased but do not disclose the price paid. Including gift receipts inside the gift box will make returns or exchanges easier for the gift recipient. Without proof-of-purchase, the recipient may be turned down for returning or exchanging the item or risk receiving an exchange for the current selling price of the item.

Since many retailers begin permanently slashing prices as soon as Black Friday is over, the difference between what you pay for a gift during December and what it sells for in January can be significant. Including a gift-receipt should help insure a hassle-free return experience for gift recipients.

10. Saying "Charge It" Can Pay Off

Obviously, there is no bargain in running up high credit card bills and paying big interest rates, however, with proper spending disciplines intact, using the right charge card can be of value to consumers. Many credit card companies entice consumers with free benefits, which include extended free warranties, return protection and sale price protection.

• Warranty Coverage - Your credit card company may offer to double or triple a manufacturer's warranty for free on a product you purchase - a good option instead of purchasing a service contract that costs money and has a shorter duration period.
• Return Protection - A credit card company may guarantee a refund on a product up to 90 days where as the store may not. This is becoming particularly more important as retailers stiffen the allotted return days.
• Sale Price Protection - Some of the credit card companies will offer this protection and refund you the difference if a product you buy is marked down further than the price you paid within a certain time frame (usually 60 days).

An enormous amount of advertising, locally and online, can be confusing and nearly paralyzing to the Black Friday bargain hunter. To maximize the benefits of hitting the stores on a day where there are big crowds and a better deal around every corner, developing a plan and doing preliminary research will help insure that the day is a shopping success.

Have fun saving money while you shop!

Source: http://couponing.about.com/od/seasonalsavingszone/p/blackfriday.htm

Happy Thanksgiving from Southport Realty

  Best Thanksgiving 


Thanksgiving is here, so our minds have turned
To what time has taught us, to what we’ve learned:
We often focus all our thought
On shiny things we’ve shopped and bought;
We take our pleasure in material things
Forgetting the pleasure that friendship brings.
If a lot of our stuff just vanished today,
We’d see the foundation of each happy day
Is special relationships, constant and true,
And that’s when our thoughts go directly to you.
We wish you a Thanksgiving you’ll never forget,
Full of love and joy—your best one yet!


By Joanna Fuchs

Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving!

The Rental Market is HOT! Maybe it is time to Invest...

150 Willetts Drive

Boiling Spring Lakes

www.southport-realty.com/658655



Affordably Priced at $65,000

Handyman's dream! Located on quiet street just one block from the park and the Big Lake.

Has large yard. Motivated seller....bring all offers. Home being sold As Is.



Home Listed by:



Katherine Hufham
katherine@southport-realty.com
(910) 470-4045



Pleanty of Storage in this Indigo Plantation Home! REDUCED

6247 Cottage Creek Road

Indigo Plantation

Southport

www.southport-realty.com/658063

Great Price at $269,900



Perfect home for the growing family, located on quiet cul de sac near community pool. Abundance of nature and privacy surrounds this coastal cottage in quiet established neighborhood. Great room, open floor plan with custom detailing throughout such as built-ins, laminate wood floors in living and dining area, cedar closet, bead board, Safeflex glass windows, & lush tropical landscaping. The extras just go on and on! Walk to the pool, tennis courts & clubhouse. The marina is close by too!

Call Verilyn McKee for More Information!

verilyn@southport-realty.com
(910) 470-0527

REDUCED $50,000

110 N. Atlantic Avenue

www.southport-realty.com/654762

Now only $545,000

circa 1889 , The Mrs. Mary C. Davis House on the Southport Historic Register. Elegant living plus a historic past located on Southport's charming Atlantic Avenue amoung the huge live oaks and only one block to the waterfront. Double porches, pine wood floors, new kitchen with handmade English tiles, Southport bows and much more. Quaint perennial gardens all around and in the cobblestone courtyard complete this wonderful harbor village home. New Heat Pump upstairs, 2011

Call Mary Anne Russ for more information, or a tour of this beautiful historic home!

Mary Anne Russ
Founder of Southport Realty
(910) 457-7676

Townhome in The Ridge at Forest Oaks Just Listed and in Immaculate Condition!

39 Forest Oaks Drive

Southport, NC

www.southport-realty.com/661498

$156,000

Popular end unit at The Ridge - immaculate with window treatments and all new carpet throughout. Affordable, maintenance-free Southport living. Carolina Room with see-through fire place, French doors, crown moulding, and large patio. Close to everything. Priced to sell!

Call Katherine Hufham for more information (910) 470-4045

 

New Listing on the Cape Fear River - 116 River Drive, Southport

RIVERFRONT! Unsurpassed waterfront property with your own beach. Cozy, efficient home just made for enjoying the view. All the fine appointments you want with room for friends and family. The high elevation of the house means that it's not in a flood hazard zone. Great deck on the back for parties and cookouts. New roof 2011; new kitchen tile 2011. Room to build out if you want to. Don't let this opportunity pass - you know you've always wanted to be here!

$850,000

Visit www.southport-realty.com/661406 for more details.

Or give us a call!



Brian P. Quinn
(910) 540-5043
brian@southport-realty.com





Pam Hayes
(910) 232-6130
pam@southport-realty.com



Friends of the Library Used Book Sales

The Friends of the Library

will be holding their next Used Book Sales

November 19, 2011

at 727 North Howe Street

Southport, NC

10am - 1pm

What is Friends of the Library??



The Friends of the Library Southport & Oak Island (FOLSOI) is a non-profit, tax-exempt organization registered under 501(c)(3) of Internal Revenue Code dedicated to supporting the Margaret & James Harper, Jr. Library in Southport and the G.V. Barbee, Sr. Library on Oak Island, their missions and programs.
The FOLSOI offers financial support for library programs, community outreach and facilities improvements, through activities such as book sales, other fundraisers and dues collection, ensuring that extra funding beyond the Libraries’ regular budgets are protected and earmarked to enhance Harper’s and Barbee’s services.
The FOLSOI organization aims to engage the community in library programs.  It seeks to upgrade the quality of library services by means of gifts, reading materials, collections, facilities and programs.
What is a Friend?
Friends are people who are committed to the development and support of a quality, community oriented public library system.
What do Friends do?
Provide volunteer support
Raise funds to support the libraries’ non-budgeted needs
Support children’s programs
Promote literacy and the love of books
Sponsor cultural and literacy programs
Promote library advocacy in the community and on legislative issues
source: http://www.folsoi.com/

Reductions Found in Historic Southport, NC

Two of our Historic Properties have been reduced!

504 Brunswick Street, Southport

WHAT A RARE FIND ON THE WATERFRONT WITH A MILLION DOLLAR VIEW! One of only a handful of homes on the Old Yacht Basin in Southport. Charming Southport Cottage, currently a two family vacation home with separate entrances can easily convert to a single family home or you may wish to live in one level and enjoy rental income from the other. See the mighty ships as they make the turn on the river. Sit on your front porch and enjoy the salubrious sea breezes with fishing and sailboats all around. Just reduced $76,000 to $499,000!!!!  www.southport-realty.com/646686

Call Kim Anne for more information! (910) 523-1222
karuss@southport-realty.com

702 N. Atlantic Avenue, Southport

Nice corner lot (2 lots) location. Home built in the 30's. Nice location with big oak trees, detached garage, fenced in yard. Big attic space with pull down stairs-could be another room for office,storage,etc. Walking distance to everything - Hospital, restaurants, library, short stroll to the Cape Fear Riverfront. Just reduced $188,000  www.southport-realty.com/651271

Call Donna Dosher Allen for more information! (910) 279-6532

donna@southport-realty.com

New Listing in South Harbour Village, Southport NC

5002-A O'Quinn Blvd.
Southport NC 28461
$ 499,000
www.southport-realty.com/661013

Water to soothe you, and abundant light to stimulate. All of this is yours in this beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath condo at Navigation Point on the Intracoastal Waterway; along with your own private 40' boatslip at the end of the walkway over the marsh, and out your back door. Open floor plan, stainless steel appliances, and wonderful views. Warm up the winter by the gas fireplace; reach for a good book from the built-in bookshelves that flank it, or a drink from the wet bar. There's a jetted tub in the master bath for complete relaxation. Guests will be well accomodated, with a Jack and Jill bath to share between them. Storage (or maybe a game room!) can be had in the approx. 230 SF bonus room on the ground level, by the 2 car enclosed garage, with interior access to the unit. With the exterior maintenance included, you'll have time to enjoy all the South Harbour amenities like the pool, tennis, clubhouse and golf (add fee). (NOTE: this unit does NOT have elevator access.)

Call Pam Hayes for more information on this property!

(910) 232-6130

pam@southport-realty.com

Lots of Lots available for you to build your dream home on!

Are you ready to move to warmer weather?  Are you tired of the hustle and bustle of city life?  Are you ready to start construction on your dream home?  Well...

The following are just a few of our available home sites and commercial land available in the area. 

New Listings:

• 5101 Hollow Tree Drive, Lot 33, Harbor Oaks, Southport  .305 Acres   $98,000 www.southport-realty.com/660862
• 923 N. Caswell Avenue, Lot 19, Downtown Southport  .094 Acres $ 49,500 www.southport-realty.com/642828
• Lot 20 N. Caswell Avenue, Downtown Southport  .098 Acres $ 49,900  www.southport-realty.com/643020
• 5131 Prices Creek Drive,  Harbor Oaks, Southport  .425 Acres $ 120,000 www.southport-realty.com/656922
• 3864 Willow Lake Drive, Lot 16, Arbor Creek, Southport .290 Acres  $ 82,500  www.southport-realty.com/661046
• 3141 George II Hwy, Commercial Land, Boiling Spring Lakes, .20 Acres $79,000 www.southport-realty.com/660886

Reduced Listings:

• .62 Acres on River Road, Southport  JUST REDUCED TO $89,900  www.southport-realty.com/658201
• 4146 Long Beach Road, Southport .28 Acres JUST REDUCED TO $320,000 www.southport-realty.com/660129
• 4806- Lot 1 O'Quinn Blvd, South Harbour Village, .20 Acres JUST REDUCED TO $63,500  www.southport-realty.com/656935
• 4820- Lot 4 O'Quinn Blvd, South Harbour Village, .37 Acres JUST REDUCED TO $63,500  www.southport-realty.com/656937

What has Southport Realty Sold Recently?

Everywhere I go I am always asked the question: "How is the market in Southport"?  "Anything selling down your way"?  I have to say, we are keeping our heads up!  We are staying busy, working hard as ever and see better results!  We are lucky to live in such a beautiful location, next to the ocean, with a desirable climate.  So I am going to continue keeping my faith in all our local, knowledgable, friendly, helpful agents, and know they are doing their best to help get your house sold or find you a new one!  Please call one of our agents for any of your real estate needs!  We are always here to help!

Call us at (910) 457-7676 or (910) 457-6401  or

Find an agent here! 

http://www.southport-realty.com/idx/associate/index.aspx

The Robert Ruark Inn Then and Now Adkins-Rourk House

 

119 N Lord Street, Southport NC



The Robert Ruark Inn

Then and Now

Adkins-Rourk House

119 N. Lord Street

Historic Southport



 Who was Robert Ruark???

 

Almost anyone who visits Southport will likely see, hear or sense Robert Ruark, one our most infamous and respected "sons".  If you grew up here, you've heard of Ruark your entire life.  Born in Southport in December of 1925, Ruark's childhood hunting and fishing adventures along the Cape Fear River with his river pilot grandfather, Captain Edward Hall Atkins, were the subjects of Ruark's famous, "The Old Man and the Boy". 

Compared to Hemingway, and with Ruark admitting to modeling himself after the author, our famous Southport maverick led a life much like his idol, which eventually led to his death on July 1st, 1965 at the age of 50 from alcohol abuse.



Before fame, Ruark became a freshman at the University of North Carolina at the age of 15 and upon graduation, worked for a weekly newspaper in Hamlet, NC.  When the United States entered WWII, he enlisted in the Navy.  After being discharged, his writing career soared and his fame soon after. 

Over the years, Ruark penned some 4,000 columns, 19 books and over 1,000 magazine articles.  When his doctor warned him that his drinking would kill him within a year, Ruark set out for Africa to pursue his lifelong dream of big game hunting.  After "Horn of the Hunter" was published in 1951, MGM paid Ruark 300,000 dollars for the screen rights.  Ruark would also write the screenplay for the movie, which starred Rock Hudson, Dana Winter, and Sidney Poiter.  His "Old Man and a Boy" stories were a regular monthly feature in Field and Stream and would later be compiled into two books, "The Old Man and a Boy" and "The Old Man's Boy Grows Older", both becoming best sellers.

The Adkins-Ruark House Today....

Southport's premier architectural gem abounds with exquisite original details inside and out. This magnificent historic residence was the boyhood home of acclaimed sportswriter Robert Ruark, and his seafaring grandfather Captain E.H. Adkins, a Cape Fear River Pilot.

Meticulously restored by its builder/owner in 2008, this 5 bedroom 5 1/2 bath home offers the utmost in southern hospitality. Gracious entertaining is seamless in the gourmet kitchen which features quartz counter tops, a large center island, wet bar with wine chiller and beverage center and GE Monogram built in refrigerator and gas stove.

Enjoy sweet tea on the deep rocking chair porches, or in the tranquility of the courtyard garden. And leave your maintenance worries behind-all plumbing, electrical and heating/cooling systems were replaced in 2008.

The meticulously maintained grounds include live oak and fragrant magnolia trees. Many lovely varieties of flowering ornamental offer seasonal interest to the landscape including showy camellias, flaming azaleas, and aromatic gardenias. Spring daffodils, Dutch irises and exotic lilies offer periodic bursts of color.

Create your own history in this famous home!  Currently operating as  The Robert Ruark Inn Bed & Breakfast! 

The home and business can be yours for only $725,000!!! 

Call Sherol Lappala at (910) 363-4169 to schedule a tour of this fascinating home.  Visit www.southport-realty.com/656407 for more information!