301 E Bay Street, Southport, NC 28461 (MLS# 100562122)

301 E Bay Street, Southport, NC 28461

$2,799,000

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Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 6 Baths: 6 Square Footage: 6,292 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 10,454 Status: Active

Current Price: $2,799,000 List Date: 8/18/2026 Last Modified: 8/18/2026

Overview

Description

Your iconic Southport estate offers a rare opportunity to own one of the most distinguished homes on East Bay Street. Perched high above the Cape Fear River, your home captures sweeping water views and places you just a short stroll from Southport's waterfront, restaurants, boutiques, and marina. Originally a summer retreat for North Carolina Governors, this contributing property to the Southport Historic District has been masterfully restored to honor its architectural heritage while incorporating the comforts and systems expected in a luxury residence. Whether envisioned as an extraordinary private home for an affluent retiree, a legacy property for multi-generational living, or a boutique inn, the flexibility and pedigree are unmatched. Spanning 6,025 square feet across three finished levels, including a 1,645-square-foot lower level with multiple private entrances, the residence offers six bedrooms and five-and-a-half baths. This thoughtful layout is ideal for hosting extended fa ... (Read more) Your iconic Southport estate offers a rare opportunity to own one of the most distinguished homes on East Bay Street. Perched high above the Cape Fear River, your home captures sweeping water views and places you just a short stroll from Southport's waterfront, restaurants, boutiques, and marina. Originally a summer retreat for North Carolina Governors, this contributing property to the Southport Historic District has been masterfully restored to honor its architectural heritage while incorporating the comforts and systems expected in a luxury residence. Whether envisioned as an extraordinary private home for an affluent retiree, a legacy property for multi-generational living, or a boutique inn, the flexibility and pedigree are unmatched. Spanning 6,025 square feet across three finished levels, including a 1,645-square-foot lower level with multiple private entrances, the residence offers six bedrooms and five-and-a-half baths. This thoughtful layout is ideal for hosting extended family, accommodating live-in caregivers, or creating private guest suites. Nine fireplaces, soaring ceilings, heart pine floors, intricate moldings, and Southport's signature bow detailing reflect the craftsmanship of a bygone era. A dramatic central rotunda creates a memorable sense of arrival and anchors gracious formal living and dining rooms designed for elegant entertaining. The fully remodeled kitchen blends timeless character with high-end appliances and refined finishes. Many bedrooms enjoy fireplaces, strong natural light, and captivating river views. One of the home's most enchanting lifestyle features is the broad front porch, where you can watch ships pass on the Cape Fear River, walk to dinner in historic downtown Southport, and return home for sunset cocktails with cooling coastal breezes. The beautifully landscaped grounds are framed by mature live oaks and feature irrigation, a pond with water feature, French drains, river rock accents, decorative brick parking, and new picket and privacy fencing. Recent improvements include a full kitchen remodel, complete renovation of all bathrooms, refinished heart pine floors, updated lighting, Low-E storm windows, rebuilt side porch with metal roof, 2025 reconstructed upper balcony with new French doors, whole-house Generac generator, Rinnai tankless water heater, Halo whole-house filtration system, nine Mitsubishi mini-split systems, updated electrical service, new natural gas line, and full sewer replacement. Known historically as The Brunswick Inn & previously operated as a successful bed and breakfast, the property offers a renewable special use permit through the City of Southport. Application information is available from the listing agent. Select furnishings are negotiable, presenting a turnkey opportunity to own a landmark residence where history, hospitality, and coastal elegance converge.

Listing Details MLS# 100562122

Contract Info

Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Construction Type: Stick Built
Delayed Marketing?: No
Marketing Start Date: 2026-03-23
Listing Price: 2799000
List Price/SqFt: 444.85
Stipulation of Sale: Standard

Location Information

Street #: 301
Pre Direction: E
Street Name: Bay
Street Suffix: Street
County: Brunswick
State/Province: NC
Zip Code: 28461
City Limits: Yes
Marketing City: Southport
Subdivision: Not In Subdivision
Secondary Subdivision: N/A

Remarks and Showing

Directions to Property: Howe Street to Water and Bay Street. Left on E. Bay. House on left at corner of E. Bay and Atlantic Street.
Sign on Property: Yes

Property Exterior Info

New Construction: No
Property Attached YN: No
Lot Acres: 0.24
Lot SqFt: 10454
Lot Dimensions: 101x104x101x103
Waterfront: No
Waterview: Yes
Horses Y/N: No
Location Type: Mainland

Property Interior Info

SqFt - Heated (Primary): 6292
SqFt - Below Grade: 1645
Total SqFt - Heated (Primary + Separate): 6292
# Rooms: 16
# Baths - Full: 5
# Baths - Half: Yes
# Baths - Total: 6
# Bedrooms: 6
Master Bedroom Level: Primary Living Area
Stories Total: 3
Fireplace Y/N: Yes

Legal Taxes

Year Built: 1852

More Information

Entry Level Information

Entry Level: Yes

Current Service Providers

Electric Provider: Brunswick Electric
Internet Service Provider(s): Spectrum
Sewer Provider: City/Town
Water Provider: City/Town

Rooms

Bedroom 2 Level: Third
Bedroom 3 Level: Third
Bedroom 4 Level: Third
Bedroom 5 Level: First
Bedroom 6 Level: First
Den Level: First
Dining Room Level: First
Kitchen Level: First
Library Level: Second
Master Bedroom Level: Second
Other Level: Second

Property Features

Frontage Type: See Remarks View Type: Ocean; River; Water Attic: Stairs - Pull Down Basement: Exterior Entry; Finished; Full; Interior Entry Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled Construction: Concrete; Wood Frame Architectural Style: Colonial; Historic District Exterior Features: Garden; Irrigation System; Storm Doors Exterior Finish: Block; Brick; Stone; Wood Siding Fencing: Wood; Privacy Foundation: Block; Brick/Mortar Green Bldg Features: Tankless Water Heater Parking Features: Concrete; Off Street; On Site; Parking Pad; Paved Patio and Porch Features: Balcony; Covered; Front Porch; Patio Pool Features: None Roof: Architectural Shingle; Metal Levels: 3 Story or More Lot Features: Corner Lot; Landscaped Lot Water Features: Second Row Cooling: Central Air; Wall/Window Unit(s) Heating: Fireplace(s); Heat Pump; Zoned Heating System Fuel Source: Electric Water Heater: Tankless Utilities: Natural Gas Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Fireplace Features: Basement; Bedroom; Brick; Dining Room; Kitchen Flooring: Tile; Wood Interior Features: Basement; Blinds/Shades; Ceiling Fan(s); Entrance Foyer; Gas Log; High Ceilings; Master Downstairs; Pantry; Solid Surface; Walk-in Shower; Whole-Home Generator Security Features: Fire Sprinkler System; Smoke Detector(s) Laundry Features: Hookup - Dryer; Hookup - Washer; Laundry Room Heated SqFt: 6000 - 6499 Dining Room Type: Formal Other Structures: Storage Rooms: Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Bedroom 4; Bedroom 5; Bedroom 6; Den; Dining Room; Kitchen; Library; Master Bedroom; Other Terms: Cash; Conventional

Room Information

Room Name	Length	Width	Level	Remarks
Kitchen	15.00	17.00	First	Basement Kitchen + Fireplace
Dining Room	12.00	17.00	First	Basement Dining
Den	17.00	19.00	First	Basement Den/Living
Bedroom 5	18.70	15.70	First	Basement Bedroom + Fireplace
Bedroom 6	18.00	14.90	First	Basement Bedroom + Fireplace
Other	17.00	15.00	Second	Foyer
Kitchen	18.00	21.00	Second	Main Kitchen + Fireplace
Dining Room	20.00	15.00	Second	Formal Dining + Rotunda
Library	20.70	17.70	Second	Built Ins + Fireplace
Other	20.70	17.70	Second	Parlor + Fireplace
Master Bedroom	19.00	14.00	Second	With en suite Bath
Other	13.00	14.50	Third	Observatory + Balcony
Bedroom 3	19.10	17.50	Third	Bedroom + Fireplace
Bedroom 2	20.70	17.70	Third	Bedroom + Fireplace
Bedroom 4	17.80	18.50	Third	Bedroom + Fireplace
Other	10.00	7.00	Second	Pantry off Kitchen + Wet Sink

IDX

Listing Office: Ivester Jackson Christie's

Last Updated: August - 18 - 2026

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