A New Community Experiences Unprecedented Growth

It’s more than a waterfront community. Not only is Salters Haven at Lea Marina located on the blue waters of the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW) in Hampstead, NC, just outside of Wilmington, the land has quite a history. It was purchased 100 years ago by J.H. Lea, who operated his seafood company, J.H. Lea & Sons, Inc. After fishing the coastal waters, Mr. Lea purchased his own private beach for fishing that is now known as Lea Island

(just across the waterway from Salters Haven). Since fishing was so seasonal, he also purchased farmland whenever he could, including the land that is now Salters Haven.

This little piece of ‘paradise’ remained in the Lea family until just recently. After three years of discussions with D Logan of Logan Homes, the Lea family was certain that the family legacy would be held intact with the plans for Salters Haven.

In 2019, the developers began taking reservations through its pre-marketing campaign. Phase One development started in the spring of 2020. Then came the COVID-19 shutdown. But instead of slowing things down, they experienced unprecedented growth. Salters Haven logged 75 homesite sales in May and June of 2020, finished out the year with 150 homesite sales, and has already sold over 30 homesites in 2021. The new community now has 63 homes completed or under construction. They were also able to complete the clubhouse and the marina. The community marina has 75 boat slips that will accommodate 30’, 35’, and 40’ slips available only to homeowners.

“The pandemic changed people’s plans. Where early retirees thought they would relocate within the next three to five years, it moved up their timetable to purchasing now,” said Andy Garrett, Salters Haven Vice President. “There was so much pent-up demand. Buyers have come from New York, New Jersey, the D.C. area, California, and even Louisiana. We’ve also sold homesites to local people with young children.”

This casual coastal life is close to the area beaches like the famed Wrightsville Beach, with its Caribbean blue waters, and historic downtown Wilmington. Legacy Homes by Bill Clark, Logan homes and other custom preferred builders have created quality homes that appeal to young families and retirees alike. You can schedule tours of six furnished model homes.

Salters Haven’s coveted coastal architectural style mixed with the ICW location has proven to be a winning combination.