Forget the fictional Cousins, Rhode Island—the show’s heart beats in the Landfall neighborhood of Wilmington. This is where the Fisher family’s iconic beach house sits, looking all perfect and photogenic. It’s a private community, so you can’t just crash their pool party.
But don’t worry! The exterior shots are filmed at a real house at 15 Beach Drive in the Landfall gated community. From the street, you can snap a photo of that famous white siding and blue shutters. Just be respectful—people actually live there, and they’re not expecting a karaoke session with Jeremiah.
For the full beach experience, head to Wrightsville Beach, just ten minutes from Wilmington. This is where Belly, Conrad, and Jeremiah run into the surf, have bonfires, and fall in love. Pro tip: arrive early to claim your spot, because the locals know it’s spectacular.
The Boardwalk & The Fun Stuff
Remember the carnival scenes? The boardwalk with the Ferris wheel and all the sticky-sweet romance? That was filmed at Carolina Beach Boardwalk, about 20 minutes south of Wilmington. It’s delightfully retro and a little bit cheesy in the best way.
You can ride the same swinging ship, eat a funnel cake, and pretend you’re competing for Conrad’s attention. Fair warning: the real boardwalk has way more seagulls than the show lets on. They’re the unofficial stars—and they will steal your fries.
Also, the famous Fourth of July fireworks? Those were shot over the Cape Fear River near downtown Wilmington. Just don’t expect a spontaneous slow dance with a brooding boy—though you can absolutely bring your own playlist.