A Courts of Thorn and Roses, Throne of Glass, Fourth Wing - romantasy novels have taken over bookshelves, Pinterest boards—and quite frankly, my life. If you’ve ever read a chapter and thought, “I need to live there,” these Southport, NC homes are your next obsession.

The Maritime Hideaway

This moody dreamboat is tucked away in Indigo Plantation's maritime forest. It's mysterious and dramatic and makes me want to tuck my nose in a book and retreat from the world. Or host a dinner party that spills into the late hours because the lighting in the kitchen is juuuust right. Or trade secrets with best friends on the screened porch because who's there to hear you? No one.

6253 Cattail Court, Southport

3 beds | 2.5 bath | study | 2,673 sq ft | 0.53 acre lot

Listed by Trisha Howarth, Intracoastal Realty

The Marshside Manor

A downtown Southport stunner with a classic wraparound porch, sweeping marsh views, and plenty of room for pining after lost love. This home needs a touch of magic to live up to its full potential - but the potential is there.

Fresh paint in a stormy palette, rich hardwood floors, and a dramatic fireplace would be a great start. Then I'd convert the upstairs into an incredible owner's suite - with it's private deck. 😍 Finally, I'd host a Gatsby-worthy party and take a sulky little walk on the marsh beforehand, for character development.

516 West Brunswick Street, Southport

4 beds | 3.5 bath | 3,509 sq ft | 0.39 acre lot

Listed by Jason Robbins, Ginger Harper Real Estate

The Southern Victorian

Built in 1895, this classic Victorian is steeped in southern charm with a storied past. The land was once owned by the granddaughter of Colonel William Rhett, renowned for capturing the gentleman pirate Stede Bonnet in the Battle of the Sandbars. Pirate lore? Swoon.

Meticulously restored in 2016, this home is as charming as it is liveable. Rich millwork, gingerbread trim and a breathtaking dining room fireplace are as romantic as they come.

210 W West Street, Southport

4 beds | 2 bath | 2,701 sq ft | 0.37 acre lot + detached 2 bedroom, 2 bath guest suite

Listed by Zach Bryant, Berkshire Hathaway