Southern Coastal
Architecture Experts
Coastal Heritage Construction & Realty has been helping customers make dreams become a reality since 2005.
Construction Company Serving Carteret, Pamlico, & Craven Counties
With projects spanning Carteret, Pamlico, and surrounding counties, we are dedicated to delivering your dream residence, built on time and within budget.
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Time-Honored Craftsmanship Meets Coastal Innovation
Kim Willis and her team are well-versed in helping homebuyers get the most out of their plans. Understanding a coastal environment and building materials is key to the quality and longevity of a coastal home. We take pride in our specialization in southern architecture coastal designs, meticulously selecting materials ideally suited to the distinctive coastal environments. Our construction process incorporates a harmonized blend of tradition and modernity to ensure longevity and beauty in each structure we create.

Southern Architecture
Embracing the timeless allure of Southern style, our homes feature expansive porches, inviting living spaces, and elegant finishes that evoke warmth and sophistication.

Coastal Resilience
Recognizing the unique demands of coastal elements, we prioritize durable materials and construction practices that withstand the test of nature without compromising your home’s aesthetic appeal.

Building Beyond Homes
Our portfolio extends to constructing commercial properties that resonate with our philosophy of quality and integrity. Our team is equipped to bring diverse commercial projects to life.
Offering New Home Construction
Vacation Rental Opportunities

Seasonal
Summer or winter, seize the season's charm with our rentals, offering short-term, idyllic coastal getaways for every family.

Yearly
Embrace coastal living year-round. Our yearly rentals provide long-term, picturesque seaside living with the peace of a permanent vacation.
About Us
Our core belief is rooted in the understanding that a home is often the most significant investment one will make. With this in mind, our process has been refined to instill confidence, particularly in clients who may not be local, affording them the comfort and convenience of making selections from afar.
A Personal Touch to Building Dreams
Our team, led by Kim Willis, with her unlimited license in both commercial and residential construction in NC, personally oversees each stage of the build, from the initial plans to the final touches of landscaping. This hands-on approach safeguards that every project exemplifies our unwavering commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.

Meet the Owner, Kim Willis
She obtained her contractor’s license in 2005 after spending eleven years renovating and flipping homes throughout the area. She received her Bachelor’s from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. In addition to owning and managing Coastal Heritage, she is the owner/manager of two real estate rental companies, as well as a medical management company. She has worked in a range of industries throughout her career, including ownership of multiple retail stores and as an internal auditor for a banking and financial services company.
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Kim is very active in our community and volunteers for a number of organizations, including the American Cancer Society, Samaritan’s Purse, Carteret County Schools, and Hunting Quarters Church. She served on the Carteret County School Board for two 4-year terms and is a member of the Carteret County Chamber of Commerce, and Carteret County Association of Realtors. Kim is a former member of the Carteret Community College Board of Trustees Craven Pamlico Home Builders. She is happily married to Kerry Willis, MD, and is the proud mother of two sons, Samuel and Benjamin, two daughters-in-law, Lindsey and Beth, and four grandchildren.
Awards
Best of Show
Coastal Heritage Construction has been the recipient of numerous awards from the Craven Pamlico Home Builders Association. We have won Best of Show, Best of Category, and Best Feature.
Houzz Awards
Our commitment to outstanding craftsmanship and customer service has also been celebrated with numerous Houzz awards, showcasing our prominence in the home construction industry.
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Client Testimonials
Let Coastal Heritage Construction help you on your journey from home dream to home reality.
The home is the focal point, but the land and surroundings must work together to create a unique individual home. For more information and to get started, contact us at 252-723-7232.
Coastal Heritage Construction & Realty
1620 Live Oak St.
Beaufort, NC 28516