Sunset Beach, the location for the private oceanfront beach club for Ocean Ridge residents, was voted the number one barrier island in North Carolina by Duke University researchers. This top destination for beachgoers is just three minutes away from the Ocean Ridge community. Driving over the bridge to the wide-open spaces of Sunset Beach, you will quickly realize that this area respectfully preserves its un-crowded and relaxed way of life. The quaint lifestyle of Sunset Beach perfectly compliments the luxury and privacy of Ocean Ridge Plantation. Just North of Sunset Beach lays Ocean Isle Beach. Unlike many coastal destinations, Ocean Isle Beach has a refreshingly relaxed quality. Miles of soft, sandy beaches, the gentle sun-warmed waves of the Atlantic, and the natural beauty of preserved marshlands make this one of the most desirable destinations on the east coast.

What makes the South Brunswick Islands so unique is their south facing, which affords many benefits, some subtle and some significant. Because the island runs from east to west, sunbathers can enjoy direct views of the ocean without having to fight the sun, the tides are much more clement than a traditional east facing coastline, and the island is better positioned for the warming effects of the Gulf Stream.