55 +/- Acre Waterfront Development Site & Marina - Engelhard NC

Highlights:

• 55.97 acres of waterfront land on Far Creek with municipal water and sewer.
• On the West side of the property is a protected marina that includes 513' of dock space on the left side of the peninsula, and 586' of bulkheaded dock space on the right side of the peninsula adjacent to the warehouse.
• The marina is 586' in length and approximately 140' in width. The existing upland peninsula in the marina was previously permitted for removal, —providing a clear redevelopment path—while a new permit will be required to reauthorize the work, the prior approval helps streamline the process with established scope and environmental considerations.
• 870' of deepwater dock space along Far Creek.
• 7,044 SF Warehouse on Far Creek with a 25' x 25' covered shelter and 3 phase power.
• Far Creek is a 14' deep federally maintained channel.
• The channel from Far Creek to Oregon Inlet is also a federally maintained channel.
• 30 Mini Storage units including: 18 - 10 x 15 units, 9 - 10 x 10 units and 3 - 10 x 20 units.
• Ideal for marina, RV Park / Resort Development
• Engelhard is approximately 25 miles from Oregon, Hatteras, and Ocracoke inlets and the Atlantic Ocean.
• Close proximity to Lake Mattamuskeet
• Over 1,000,000 visitors to Ocracoke Island each year access the island via ferry. The ferry crossing to Ocracoke Island is located in
• Swanquarter, a 30 minute drive from Engelhard.
• The Cape Hatteras National Seashore - for 2025, Cape Hatteras National Seashore recorded approximately 2.68 to 2.75 million recreational visits. The park continues to be one of the most visited national seashores in the US.
• Excellent boating, fishing, and outdoor recreation access
• Rare large waterfront tract in Eastern North Carolina
• The Hyde County Airport is approximately 7 miles from Engelhard.

Description:

This 55.97-acre waterfront property on Far Creek presents a rare opportunity to acquire a large coastal tract with deepwater access and existing dock infrastructure already in place. Far Creek is a federally maintained 14-foot deepwater channel, providing reliable navigational access for a variety of commercial and recreational vessels. With significant frontage and ample acreage, the property offers exceptional potential for marina development, waterfront residential development, eco-tourism, or a private coastal retreat. Strategically located in Engelhard, this property offers direct access to some of North Carolina’s most sought-after coastal destinations. The site is in close proximity to Lake Mattamuskeet, Ocracoke Island, Nags Head, and the Cape Hatteras National Seashore, making it ideally positioned to capitalize on boating, fishing, tourism, and outdoor recreation. With existing deepwater docks and substantial development potential, this is a unique opportunity for investors, developers, or owner-operators seeking a premier waterfront asset along North Carolina’s Outer Banks region.

Hyde County is home to four National Wildlife Refuges, four State Game Land Areas and a National Seashore. Virtually endless recreational activities abound in Hyde County, with miles of Kayaking and canoeing, nature trails, bicycle and horseback riding, parasailing, surfing, diving, bird watching and sightseeing all with in a short drive. The nearby Lake Mattamuskeet is the largest natural lake in North Carolina, and a national wildlife refuge. It's one of the premier wintering areas for
migratory waterfowl traveling along the Atlantic Flyway. Over 100,000 tundra swans migrate to Hyde County each winter. The Pamlico Sound is the nation's second largest estuary, with over 811 square miles of water, and sports a variety of fish populations including red drum, speckled trout, flounder, croaker and spot. It also has shellfish including blue crab, shrimp, oysters, and clams. This property is nestled in the historic commercial fishing village of Engelhard in Hyde County, North Carolina. The 55+/- acre site sits on Far Creek, a federally maintained navigational channel with 14 feet of water depth just off the Pamlico Sound. The town of Engelhard is a hub in the commercial fishing industry, with many seafood businesses located along Far Creek.

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