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8839 Carenden Court
Sunset Beach, NC 28468
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NEW
$899,900
Active
3
Beds
4
Baths
2
Garage
3,206
Sqft
0.30
Acres
MLS# 100572483
Cumulative Days on Market: 145 · Includes prior listings · Currently listed since 09/29/26 · Data provided by the MLS.

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 and 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.

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Property Highlights

Property Type
Residential
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Bedrooms
3
Total Bathrooms
4
Living Area
3,206 Sqft
Price / Sqft
$281
Acres
0.30
Year Built
2003

Location

City/Township
Sunset Beach
Waterfront
Yes
Frontage Type
Golf Course, Pond Front
View
Golf Course, Pond, Water
Subdivision
Thistle Downs
County
Brunswick
Zoning
R8

Lake/Waterfront Information

Waterfront Features
None

Property Details

Price
$899,900
Property Type
Residential
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence

Building

Structure Type
Wood Frame, Stick Built
Levels
Two
Stories
2
Total Area
3,206

Community

Local Schools

Elementary School
Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary
Middle School
Shallotte Middle
High School
West Brunswick
School District
Brunswick County Schools

Interior Features

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
3
1/2 Bathrooms
1
Bedrooms
3

Rooms and Basement

Total Rooms
9

Area and Spaces

Living Area
3,206 Sqft

Appliances

Appliances
Electric Oven, Electric Cooktop, Built-In Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher, Generator

Interior Features

Interior Features
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
Laundry Features
Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Laundry Room, Utility Sink
Accessibility Features
None
Security Features
Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
Fireplace Features
Gas Log
Entry Level
1

Heating and Cooling

Heating Features
Propane, Heat Pump, Fireplace(s), Electric
Has Fireplace
Yes
Fireplaces
1

Building Details

Construction

Year Built
2003
Foundations
Crawl Space

Materials

Construction Materials
Block, Stone, Wood Siding, Fiber Cement, Wood Frame
Roof
Architectural Shingle

Terms

Terms

Special Conditions
Standard
Special Terms
Cash, Conventional, FHA, USDA Loan, VA Loan

Taxes

Tax

Tax Assessed Value
682700.00

HOA

Has HOA
Yes
Association Fee
$3,500 /yr
Association Ammenities
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, Trash

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Cooling Features
Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump

Utilities

Utilities
Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Water Source
Public

Lot

Acres
0.30
Lot Size
0.30
Lot Size Area Sq Ft
13,068
Lot Dimensions
77' x 169' x 77' x 178'
Lot Features
Cul-De-Sac, On Golf Course, Level, Landscaped, Rectangular Lot
Road Surface
Paved
Road Frontage
Private Road, Maintained, Asphalt, Paved

Exterior Features

Exterior Features
Irrigation System
Patio And Porch Features
Covered, Enclosed, Patio, Porch, Screened, Front Porch, Rear Porch
Fencing
None

Parking

Total Parking Spaces
2
Garage Capacity
2
Parking Features
Garage Faces Side, Attached, Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage
Listed by Keller Williams Innovate-OIB Mainland
Listing Data last updated 09/29/2026 08:00 pm
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