North Carolina Boys

[willy]

Here is the deal, the CEO has given me the green light to find a place to move in NC, I will be doing this for a few different reasons and I will be establishing a residence there if I do it. I am looking for as inexspensive a property as I can do without living in a shack. I would like to be near the water.
I would be living down there most of the time coming up to Jersey frequently obviously as we will not be selling our home here until my youngest is out of high school in five years.
I would appreciate any suggestions of areas to go to, I will have to work so I can't live to far from possible employment.

[lumberslinger178]

take me with you I can fix it up......

[reelapeelin]

Here is the deal, the CEO has given me the green light to find a place to move in NC, I will be doing this for a few different reasons and I will be establishing a residence there if I do it. I am looking for as inexspensive a property as I can do without living in a shack. I would like to be near the water.
I would be living down there most of the time coming up to Jersey frequently obviously as we will not be selling our home here until my youngest is out of high school in five years.
I would appreciate any suggestions of areas to go to, I will have to work so I can't live to far from possible employment.


Look REEL closely at the Morehead City/Beaufort area...I think it'll be big enough for the employment you seek and still have the surrounding boating/fishing opportunities for you as well...although for travel consideration to/from NJ, north of the Outter Banks would be ideal!!...

[willy]

Thanks Ozzie, based on conversations on this site Beaufort and environs was one area I was going to start in

[willy]

Also are there very large inland lakes in NC like you got in SC/GA border?

[Skools Out]

Lake Norman, Char. NC

Jordan Lake, Raleigh NC

Hyco Lake, Roxboro NC

if you go to Morehead City you'll be in my summer fishing holes and Skool's Beach house country

unless you want to be my neighbor there's a deal on a full brick 2800 + sqft house with 3.5 acres with 3 car garage new kitchen and baths in last 2 yrs and mins from highway 40/85 near 20 min to Chapel Hill, in Mebane, 30 min from Raleigh, 20 min to Durham, 25 min from Greensboro, 35 min to High Point. and near 3 fishing lakes. for he told me last night $130,000 just a thought. he is across the street and 2 house's up, even next door a guy who owns a local marina.

[willy]

Sounds good Todd, but you and I as neighbors, whew, that neighborhood will never be the same

[reelapeelin]

http://www.kerrlake-nc.com/index1.cfm :drool:

[willy]

Wow that is a beautiful area, is there good hunting around any of these big lake areas like Kerr, Everitt Jordan, Falls Lake ?

[Blue_Runner]

I hear ya! Willy might become a good ol Carolina boy. :party: I say welcome to the fold! You'll make a nice conversion. How close do you want to be to the coast? Come to High Rock lake and just go ahead and buy yourself a waterfront home...I need a good source of whiskey whilst cruisin on the Rock. I'm 3.5 hrs from SC beaches and about 4 from NC beaches. Also to the south there is Lake Wiley and Lake Norman. Waterfront on High Rock you are looking at $300k - $400k for a pretty nice home.Lake Norman and Lake Wiley are a different story where you'd be looking at twice that ++.

Go to http://www.lakehouse.com, click on NC on the map and check out some of the High-Rock homes and compare to the other lakes. Its the cheapest waterfront you will find anywhere in the state and some great deals can be had right now. BTW High-Rock is the 2nd largest lake in NC. Lake Norman is 1st.

Now if its the coast you are looking for I think you are on the right track with Beaufort, Morehead etc. I love it down that way. Make sure to get a double driveway so I can park my V next to yours.
:happy:

[Blue_Runner]

Look at this one for $425K. That would be over 1 million on any other lake even though it is a 2 bdrm cottage.
http://www.lakehouse.com/page-68030.html

[willy]

I am torn on coast or hill country lake type thing. Whatever I do it will be a lot less expensive than that, the plan would be to by an initial property, small now, something inexpensive where I can stay and establish a residence and later when we finally do sell the house in the peoples republic buy something a little more elaborate either there our somewhere else, using this property as a second home.

[macojoe]

take me with you I can fix it up......

I still have no garage!!!

Good luck willy!! Coast or hills?? For me I have to be near the salt air!

[Stinky_Hooker]

DAYUM, I can get a house on Dauphin Island for that or way less. I didnt realize lake houses sold for so much. :nut:

[bcmarinamanager]

Well, seeing as NC is THE BEST place to live in the WORLD, our realestate prices are through the roof. Don't even try coming down here to Wilmington and expect to spend less 500k for something 1 mile inland. JK it's not all that expensive, but I would agree about looking around Morehead area. Maybe even New Bern area. It's up the river a way, it all opens into big water. It might not be as big a town as you're wanting, but it's a beautiful place.

[Stinky_Hooker]

Ngative ghost rider THE BEST is LA (Lower Alabama) :bat:

[nipper]

I am not even going to try to convince anyone that Central Indiana is the place to be. Flat, no water, lots of corn and soybeans. Definitely not a boater's paradise!

[willy]

All right Stink Man, LA is definetly a sweet destination but I am going to NC. So if you please I need some info and advise from Carolina boys. Could save me a lot of running around and aggravation.

[cfelton]

Willy, N.C. is a great choise. Northwest of the Outer Banks is Elizabeth City and east to Currituck and all areas around the Albemarle sound. Then south is Kittyhawk, Nags Head, Manteo (my daughter lives there) , Pea Island down to Hatteras and over to my personal favorite spot in the whole world, Ocracoke! Then you have Beaufort (another favorite), Emerald Isle, Alantic Beach, Morehead City and the list goes on and on! ALL are beautiful places on or surrounded by water, fresh or salt, and prices are down a bit now. Check us out ,we'd be glad ta have ya bro, come on down!

[willy]

Thanks CFelton why is Ocracoke your favorite place in the world, and do you guys along the shore get hammered with insurance's like florida does near the water?
Also is there any high ground areas along your coastline?

[Skools Out]

what insurance? i can't get any thanks to Clinton. after the 2 hurricanes of 96. Personally i would steer you clear of the Northern part of the NC coast. there is nothing up there and miles to any major city or airport. stay from Beaufort south if you go coastal. Willy email Linda Shingleton she's with Coastland Reality in Carteret County. She could send you some info on what is in that area. Plus she's not bad looking either.

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[reelapeelin]

Willy, you're gonna be drivin' between NC and NJ...it's why I posted Kerr Lake...anywhere on the coast is gonna lengthen that commute considerably...there are other lakes inland as well

http://www.visithalifax.com/roanoke_rapids/fishing.php

scroll all the way down this site...Roanoke Rapids is right south of the VA/NC line and close to I-95...:fam:

Oh and you might wanna talk to these guys too

http://www.roanokerapidsnc.com/

[kamikaze]

Willy:

If your going to live your considering living on the coast and communting to NJ - you better added a significant amount of time to your travel time to account for "summer" traffic getting off the outter banks. It's a real mess during the rental season. It's been improved, but there is still no "easy" way to get from the Outter Banks to the CCBT tunnel to run up Hwy 13.

Kamikaze

[Blue_Runner]

While I absolutely love the outerbanks I don't think I'd live there. They do get hammered from time to time by the canes. I was there 2 weeks before Isabelle hit several years ago. The cottages we stayed in along with the local watering hole right across the street got completely wiped out. Not far down the highway the storm tore a new inlet dubbed "Isabelle Inlet" from ocean to sound. Big enough for pretty good sized boats to pass through.....before they filled it back in, which was an amazing feat of engineering IMO.

[Blue_Runner]

Link: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hurricane_Isabel

Link Highlight: "In North Carolina, the storm surge from Isabel washed out a portion of Hatteras Island to form what was unofficially known as Isabel Inlet. Damage was greatest along the Outer Banks, where thousands of homes were damaged or destroyed."

[willy]

Do you guys have any high bluff type coast lines or are they all low country spots?

[Skools Out]

all low here

[Stinky_Hooker]

But Willy, Crown Royal and Coronas grow on trees down here. :laugh:

[willy]

That works:beer:

[reelapeelin]

Well...there's this little knoll down there...I think they call it Kitty Hawk...you mighta heard of it...:laugh:

[willy]

Is'nt that where you first invented flight:laugh:

[reelapeelin]

Is'nt that where you first invented flight:laugh:


Wow!!...you ARE quite the historian to be aware of such a little-known fact...:nice:

[cfelton]

Willy, Kittyhawk is one of the high spots on the island and there are some nice places for sale there now. A close friend of mine lives on the soundside there. The sound side is a little more protected from the ocean tides and winds. Theres probley plenty of work for you there. If you want to live on the mainland Currituck is north and very close by, just across the sound bridge. Ocracoke is my favorite spot because of its history, natural beauty and pristine beaches. The people are nice and its very relaxing there. Everything is done at a much slower pace there . Theres no crime there since you can only leave by boat or ferry service so not much work for ya there unless you change professions. If I could pick a spot to retire it would definately be Ocracoke though. Great fishing, beautiful water and beaches, good food and nice folks. If you've never been to Ocracoke you should definately take a trip down there! Manteo is another place you might want ta check out. Its a little more protected and surrounded by water. Theres probley some job opportunities there also.

[willy]

Thanks guys your are giving me a lot to think about and my wife and I are planning a trip or two to check out areas, keep those spots to check coming, so far I might be living next to Skools though, Boats are in my life and if you had to live near someone who better!!

And Ozzie, for some of us it is history, for some people is just memories, right you old coot. And don't forget about that phone call

[reelapeelin]

Thanks guys your are giving me a lot to think about and my wife and I are planning a trip or two to check out areas, keep those spots to check coming, so far I might be living next to Skools though, Boats are in my life and if you had to live near someone who better!!

And Ozzie, for some of us it is history, for some people is just memories, right you old coot. And don't forget about that phone call


I got yer number Big Boy...livin ON the water ain't so important as livin' NEAR it...as you described w/your setup, just a few minutes from the dry-stack and you're sailin'!!...:clap:

[willy]

True that

Thats street lingo you know

[willy]

Oh and Franco called me last night and gave a full lesson on how to talk like a Carolina boy, so I am prepared. I know all the slang so I won't get confused when talking with yall

[Franco]

I reckon he's fixin' to start eatin' grits too!

And that good ol' EASTERN NC STYLE BBQ!

[Blue_Runner]

First and foremost we gotta teach him how to talk. Gonna have to SLOOOOOOW IT DOOOOWN, use the word "ain't" in at least every other sentence and find good uses for words like "reckon" and "yonder".

Here is your first lesson:

"Well fellers, the fish ain't a bitin rite here. I reckon we should try over yonder."

:hide:

[reelapeelin]

First and foremost we gotta teach him how to talk. Gonna have to SLOOOOOOW IT DOOOOWN, use the word "ain't" in at least every other sentence and find good uses for words like "reckon" and "yonder".

Here is your first lesson:

"Well fellers, the fish ain't a bitin rite here. I reckon we should try over yonder."

:hide:

Close, BR..."stripers ain't a bitin' heyur...drop suma them sodie-crackers offun tha boat...that feller ova yunder'll thank they's schoolin' heyur an we'll go feesh HIS hole"...:nut:

[reelapeelin]

First and foremost we gotta teach him how to talk. Gonna have to SLOOOOOOW IT DOOOOWN, use the word "ain't" in at least every other sentence and find good uses for words like "reckon" and "yonder".

Here is your first lesson:

"Well fellers, the fish ain't a bitin rite here. I reckon we should try over yonder."

:hide:

Close, BR..."stripers ain't a bitin' heyur...drop suma them sodie-crackers offun tha boat...that feller ova yunder'll thank they's schoolin' heyur an we'll go feesh HIS hole"...:nut:...an that's "stripers" w/a LONG "i"...:zip:

[Blue_Runner]

Too funny Reel, LOL - no such thing as a short "i" in these parts!

[bcmarinamanager]

Do you guys have any high bluff type coast lines or are they all low country spots?

No. Not untill you get down here towards Wilmington where the Cape Fear River meets the ocean. And even then the "highlands" are only like 20' above sea level at best. As far as insurance rates go, they say if you can smell the salt air you're gonna be paying more. As long as you stay out of New Hanover county you should be okay. I live right outside of Wilmington across the county line in Pender county, and I'm within sight of an inlet and the ICW (3-4 rows back) and my insurance is cheaper here than at my other home in Wilm. but no where close to the water.

[randlemanboater]

Willy, take a look at Lake James, it is one of my favorites, but a long way from the coast.

http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&q=lake+james+nc&aq=0&oq=lake+james

[Coach]

Morehead City / Beaufort is where anyone that boats, fish, and owns a "V" needs to live.

[Skools Out]

agreed MHC is the place to be Willy or Emerald Isle Come on to EI or MHC and hang with us Willy. I'm heading to my place tomorrow at EI.

[garagenc]

My wife is a realestate agent in NC & VA, we live in Camden NC. We are 45 minutes from the Outer banks and about 50 minutes from VA beach.

We live on the water and there is some good waterfront property around here (and great fishing and boating water).

She can get you info & represent you in both states.

Let me know if you want her phone # for more info.

[randlemanboater]

I'd be careful giving your wifes # to Willy, remember Atlantic City and the quarters?

Hey Willy, I've been thinking about it and I think the Raleigh Area would suit you best. Lots of lakes close by, plenty of work, 2 hrs to the coast.

Some of the retired cops around here get jobs with the US Marshall's office doing Federal Court House security, they have a court house in Raleigh. It works out fine with the NC retirement system, don't know about yours.

[spareparts]

As some one who was born in and grew up in Raleigh, or should I say South Cleveland, I wouldn't pick it as a place to retire. The lakes around there are mad houses on the weekends, although they do have some good fishing. The traffic is as bad as Atlanta. Willy, after my trip, I think you need to be talking to garagenc, he's a good piece( another Southern term you need to learn) inland from the coast, but still has great access to some of the best fishing on the East coast with several different bodies of water within an hours drive. The biggest decision you will have to have is whether to fish fresh water bass, brackish for reds and flounders, Stripers in any number of locations, or heading to the stream for the blue water big ones. I would invite you to the Low Country but I think that would be too far of a drive from NJ. Check map quest for distance and drive time to Lee's area. You could make it a weekend trip rather than a week trip

[willy]

Randle, Spare, all you guys I appreciate the info, keep it coming. You guys are right, I need to decide whether to pursue a life on the coast or one in the hills. I truly love both as a die hard hunter as well as a fisherman. I want to work also and whether or not I want to do that in security or the like is up in the air.
I intend to take a trip with my wife and kids down there this summer and check out a few areas. Hopefully I can hook up with some of you Snaggers.

[Skools Out]

PM me your shipping address i'll send you a care package i picked up for you.

[reelapeelin]

I intend to take a trip with my wife and kids down there this summer and check out a few areas. Hopefully I can hook up with some of you Snaggers.


When ya comin' down??...We'll be down there at Sunset wk of 6/20...:happy:

[willy]

Oh boy care packages and Ozzie encounters, going to be a good summer

[reelapeelin]

Oh boy care packages and Ozzie encounters, going to be a good summer


Life's good in the Carolinas...but don't tell anybody

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Ya'll come on down...ya hea!!...:sun:

[spareparts]

Reel, shhhhhhhh!! only the ones we like, they might think its an open invitation to all of them


oh and ofew more reason to be in SC

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[willy]

Man you guys are killing me

[reelapeelin]

Here ya go, Willy...take a gander (ya old GOOSE) at this...park yerself a houseboat here as a residence...tie off a lil old fishin' boat...V20 qualifies quite nicely and there's your NC residence in STYLE baby!!...have you looked at what they're doin' w/houseboats lately?...same would also work on Kerr Lake I sent you...

[garagenc]

Willy

Within 20 minutes from where I live is Blackwater. They are in constant need of security instructors. Within 45 minutes of me is the outerbanks. Albermarle and Currituck Sounds are within a 15 minute boat ride for great fishing.

[spareparts]

Willy, listen to garagenc, I was just up in his area and if i wasn't so fond of SC, I'd consider moving up there.

[willy]

Believe me I am listening, to every single word and am working on a visit map.
Keep um coming

[Blue_Runner]

Blackwater Willy :beer:

[willy]

I always wanted to wear one of those ninja pajamas while working:sun:

[garagenc]

Willy
Let me know when you and the Misses want to look around. My wife and I can put you 2 up for the trip so it wont cost you nothing to stay. We can show ya'll around to some of the sites and homes.

We'all might have to have some fellowship to celebrate.

[willy]

Thats great, and quite an offer thanks. I will let you know when I figure out when we are going to be able to get down. I am hoping soon but looks like end of June

[spareparts]

hey Willy, not to scare you off, but you may want to come down before the temp hits triple digits(humidity always stays near 100%) and the mega mosquitos come out

[willy]

Hey Garagenc, check your PM's

[bcmarinamanager]

Hey Willy, I'm trying to sell my house now. 215,000 sound good to you? Here's a link to a thread I just posted. I've got a map on there too. If you'd like some pics, just let me know.
http://wellcraftv20.com/community/showthread.php?t=12349

[nipper]

Bcm, that appears to be a really beautiful area and house. Your housing costs must be really reasonable in NC.

[willy]

Well as I said on the other post I am delivering my kids to good friends home on Myrtle Beach on I believe the 23rd, tuesday and me and the CEO are going to scope a couple of places in NC.
We are going to make our way up and spend some time with Lee (garagenc) and check out his area. Looking forward to it, a lot.

[Blue_Runner]

Chesapeak's post got you fired up didn't it? It got me fired up!!
:fam:

Me and my homeboys are gonna hopefully try to make another run this coming weekend. I find out at noon today whether or not I have to work Friday thru Sunday. Wish me luck on avoiding work!!

[garagenc]

Great talking to you the other night Willy, Me and the wife re looking fwd to you and the miss'es coming. Keep me posted on your arrival date and time. Looking fwd to the visit.

[reelapeelin]

Willy...after ya drop the kids off at SC's version of Sin City...if you are looking for a GREAT place to eat and are heading north from MYB on 17, turn off(on 179) to Calabash NC and eat at the Grapevine...(closed on Mondays)...it's right on the main drag goin' thru town, so you won't have to look for it...you won't find better food anywhere from MYB to Wilmington...Mac will greet you and take good care of you...

Don't go thru that area w/out lookin' at Southport...and Labii is in Wilmington...I have his numbers if ya wanna drop him a line...great guy!!...

[spareparts]

Reel, you ever eat at The Crab Catcher in Little River, its right down where the gamblin boats are, they have a pretty decent crab cake sandwich, just make sure its grilled, not fried

[reelapeelin]

Reel, you ever eat at The Crab Catcher in Little River, its right down where the gamblin boats are, they have a pretty decent crab cake sandwich, just make sure its grilled, not fried


That's down there beside Capt Juel's on the ICW...no doubt it's good, but we make a beeline to Capt Juel's 1st...several of the gamblin' boats dock there...but I don't know that ALL of 'em do...

That crab cake wouldn't happen to be hand-picked SC Blues would it?...causs if it is, THAT'LL be the next beeline I make down there...