History of Havelock/Cherry Point
The area welcomed some of the earliest settlers in America. Our area boasted permanent plantation sites as early as 1707 and was home to many woodsmen, fishermen and farmers before the American Revolution. This city is one of eight in the world named for Sir Henry Havelock. Two are in Canada; three are in the United States. There is one Havelock in Swaziland of Southern Africa and two in New Zealand. There is also an island named for him in the Indian Ocean.
The town of Havelock Station saw action during the Civil War when elements of the Rhode Island Heavy Artillery under the command of General Ambrose Burnside stormed ashore on the beach near what is now the Officer's Club at Cherry Point. The Union forces quickly took control of the hamlet and its railroad depot using Havelock as a starting point for the capture of New Bern and Fort Macon. The operation in March 1862 provided the first major foothold in the South for the Yankees.
From the late 1800s until the 1930s, the Havelock area was a haven for hunters and fishermen. Sportsmen came from all over the east coast to enjoy the river and forests. Havelock welcomed the United States Marine Corps in 1940. Today, the Havelock Cherry Point area boasts a population of approximately 26,000; visitors are often seen craning their necks as a Harrier, Hercules, Hornet or an Intruder streak by overhead. Local residents are used to the roar acknowledged by a sign near the base's main gate, which reads, "Pardon our noise. It's the sound of freedom."
Geography
The City of Havelock is comprised of both the Havelock and Cherry Point communities. Both are located in Craven County. New Bern is located approximately 17 miles west, Morehead City, the largest city in Carteret County is approximately 17 miles east and Emerald Isle is approximately 17 miles South. Newport is a community half way to Morehead City. All areas are served by a 4-lane highway system. Our Military neighbors are in Jacksonville NC, Onslow County is approximately 50 miles South West. Jacksonville NC is a 50 minute drive.
One of the States two Ports is located in Morehead City where excellent ocean fishing and boating is a standard. Late in 2001 President George Bush Sr. was spotted on the coast on one of his usual fishing trips to the area.
A Common Question about Real Estate as it relates to our areas Geography
Excellent areas to invest in a home surround Havelock. Most important Havelock thrives with many residential communities itself. Depending upon the investment level, family, school desires, your hobbies- habits, your working locations, one of our real estate professional can assist you with finding a home in the right geographic area.
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