Riverlights

About Riverlights

RiverLights offers more than a neighborhood, it’s a place where daily life naturally blends with the outdoors, convenience, and connection.  Centrally located in Wilmington, the community offers more than 500 acres of preserved open space and miles of trails winding through lakes and the Cape Fear River shoreline.  At the heart of the community, Marina Village serves as a gathering place with shops, restaurants, a boardwalk, and spaces designed for events and entertainment.  Local favorites such as Smoke on the Water and Girls with Dough give residents a variety of options right outside their door. From fitness studios and coffee shops to community concerts and local markets, everything you need is just steps away.

Alongside thoughtful amenities such as a lake with a kayak launch, community pool, clubhouse, and riverfront trails, RiverLights also offers easy access to historic downtown Wilmington. It’s a balance of convenience and natural beauty that allows residents to stay connected, both to each other and to the land and water that surround them.  Whether you’re raising a family, looking for a waterfront retreat, or starting your next chapter, this community is designed for living fully, by the water, in nature, and with neighbors who value the same.

Charter Building Group homesites feature space from neighbors and stunning riverfront, wetland and lake views.  Design your custom home or choose one of our portfolio home plans to make your dream home a reality.

The Lakehouse and Pool

• Zero-entry pool with lap lanes
• Waterslide and splash pad
• Billiards and games
• Fitness center
• Clubhouse with vaulted ceiling, sunporch & fireplace perfect for gatherings and meetings
• Firepit overlooking the lake

38-Acre Lake and Walking Trails

More than 10 miles of paved and natural pathways weave throughout the community, perfect for jogging, strolling, dog walking and bike riding. And our four-legged friends can enjoy Riverlights’ newest amenity, dog park – the Wag Park.

Pier & Day Dock on The Cape Fear River Marina Village

Wander down the scenic boardwalk and choose your path toward the picturesque Riverlights Pier or the public day dock, stretching out over the Cape Fear River. Whether you’re starting your day with a serene stroll or ending it with golden hour magic, enjoy peaceful views, quiet moments, and show-stopping sunsets over the river.Marina Village

• Smoke on the Water Restaurant
• Club Golf
• The Getaway Cafe + Provisions
• Shore Break Bikes
• Southern Shores Craft Beer & Wine
• Girls With Dough Pizzeria
• Casa Mercantile Clothing and Fine Gifts
• Club Noire Nail Salon

The Riverhouse – Coming Soon

Construction is well underway on The Riverhouse, our newest amenity, on track to open by 2026.

• 4 pickleball courts
• A fully equipped fitness center
• A resort-style pool with lap lanes
• Green spaces and outdoor fitness stations
• Indoor gathering spaces and a kitchen
• And so much more

7Bridge – Coming Soon

Coming soon: upscale convenience in your historic small town. You can get almost anywhere you wish from 7Bridge, and you can find about anything you need here for the day ahead – from errands to selfcare to serendipitous eats. You’re going to love this connection point of modern convenience right outside your front door.