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About this home
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 & 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.
Facts
- Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 2003
- Lot
- 0.3 acres
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Garage
- 2 spaces
- HOA
- $3,500 / annually
- Community
- Thistle Downs
- County
- Brunswick
- Price per sq ft
- $281
- Stories
- 2
- Construction
- Block, Stone, Wood Siding, Fiber Cement, Wood Frame
- Roof
- Architectural Shingle
- Foundation
- Crawl Space
- Water
- Public
- Property tax
- $3,213 / year (2025)
- Listed
- Sep 3, 2026
- MLS #
- 100572483
Features
Inside
- 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)
- Carpet
- Tile
- Wood
Outside
- Irrigation System
- Cul-De-Sac
- On Golf Course
- Level
- Landscaped
- Rectangular Lot
- Golf Course
- Pond
- Water
Community
- 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
Parking
- Garage Faces Side
- Attached
- Concrete
- Garage Door Opener
- On Site
- Garage
Heating & cooling
- Propane
- Heat Pump
- Fireplace(s)
- Electric
- Central Air
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Directions to 8839 Carenden Court
From 17 N, right onto 904 Seaside Rd SW. Right onto 179 Old Georgetown Rd SW. Rt onto Olde Thistle Downs Dr. Left on Strathaven Ln. Rt on Carendon Ct. House will be on the left at 8839 Carendon Ct.
Schools
- Elementary
- Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary
- Middle
- Shallotte Middle
- High
- West Brunswick
As listed in the MLS (Brunswick County Schools). School assignments can change — confirm with the district for this address.
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Recent sales like this in Thistle Downs
| Home | Sold | Bd / Ba | Sq ft | Price | $ / sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7622 Kilbirnie Drive, Sunset Beach | Aug 21, 2026 | 4 / 4 | 3,624 | $1,200,000 | $331 |
| 8825 Kirkcaldy Court, Sunset Beach | May 7, 2026 | 3 / 4 | 2,724 | $842,000 | $309 |
| 7317 Lieth Lane, Sunset Beach | Mar 31, 2026 | 3 / 3 | 2,885 | $765,000 | $265 |
| 7602 Kilbirnie Drive, Sunset Beach | Dec 1, 2025 | 3 / 4 | 3,474 | $1,450,000 | $417 |
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Our take on 8839 Carenden Court
Written by the Buddy Blake Team from the listing photos and MLS data. Not part of the MLS listing or the listing broker's description.
The property is a two-story single family residence built in 2003, with three bedrooms and four bathrooms across about 3,206 square feet. The entrance opens to a foyer and a mud room. The primary suite is on the main level and includes walk-in closets and a walk-in shower. Vaulted and tray ceilings add height in parts of the interior, and there is a gas log fireplace. The kitchen has an electric cooktop and oven, a built-in microwave, a dishwasher, a refrigerator and an ice maker. The flooring is a mix of carpet, tile and wood.
The 0.3 acre lot is level and landscaped, on a cul-de-sac that sits on a golf course, with views of the golf course, a pond and water. An irrigation system serves the grounds. A two-car attached garage faces the side of the property and has a concrete drive. A whole-home generator is present, along with a heat pump and central air. The property is in the Thistle Downs community in Sunset Beach, which offers a clubhouse, a pool, a fitness center, a restaurant, a spa and gated access.
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About 8839 Carenden Court
8839 Carenden Court is a 3-bedroom, 4-bath home of about 3,206 square feet, built in 2003, on 0.3 acres in Thistle Downs, Sunset Beach, Brunswick County, NC 28468.
3 other homes are for sale in Thistle Downs right now (median asking $879,000); 4 homes sold there in the last 12 months at a median of $1,021,000, typically in about 247 days.
Across ZIP 28468, 258 3-bedroom homes sold in the past year at a median of $487,500.
It has been on the market for 60 days.
Area figures are broad context from the MLS, not a valuation — they don't adjust for waterfront, condition, lot, views or updates. Ask us for a true comparison.
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What's my home worth? →Questions about 8839 Carenden Court
How much is 8839 Carenden Court?
8839 Carenden Court is listed at $899,900 (about $281 per square foot) as of November 2, 2026. Status: for sale.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 8839 Carenden Court have?
3 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, with about 3,206 square feet.
What neighborhood is 8839 Carenden Court in?
Thistle Downs, in Sunset Beach, Brunswick County, North Carolina.
How long has 8839 Carenden Court been on the market?
60 days. Homes in Thistle Downs sold after a median of 247 days over the past year.
What have homes sold for in Thistle Downs?
4 homes sold in Thistle Downs in the last 12 months, at a median price of $1,021,000.
Is 8839 Carenden Court waterfront?
Yes — the MLS lists it as a waterfront property.
Does 8839 Carenden Court have an HOA fee?
Yes: $3,500 (annually), per the MLS.
When was 8839 Carenden Court built?
2003.
Who is the listing broker for 8839 Carenden Court?
Keller Williams Innovate-OIB Mainland (MLS #100572483). The Buddy Blake Team can show it to you and answer questions.
Can I tour 8839 Carenden Court?
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