Smithfield

Landfall, Smithfield Neighborhood

Nestled in Smithfield, Landfall is a welcoming neighborhood known for its charming, tree-lined streets and beautifully crafted modern homes with generous yards. With a close-knit community feel, inviting sidewalks, and thoughtfully landscaped green spaces, Landfall offers an ideal blend of comfort, style, and a true sense of belonging.

Smithfield offers a calm and peaceful environment, characterized by its quiet atmosphere and minimal street noise. The area features mostly single detached homes built around the mid-1980s, with a majority containing two or three bedrooms. Residents benefit from easy access to nearby highways, making car travel convenient and efficient. The availability of approximately ten grocery stores within a short drive adds to daily convenience, while pharmacies nearby supply essential items. Educational needs are met with several public and private schools, providing ample options from elementary through high school. This neighborhood presents a tranquil and accessible place to settle.

Home buyers who prefer a calm ambience will enjoy Smithfield. Smithfield is very quiet overall, as the streets are generally especially tranquil.

Highlights of Landfall

Parks, schools, dining, and what makes this neighborhood special

⛳ Country Club of Landfall

The Country Club of Landfall is the true heart of the neighborhood, featuring two championship golf courses—one designed by Jack Nicklaus and the other by Pete Dye—along with a full sports complex offering tennis, pickleball, fitness facilities, swimming pools, fine and casual dining, and vibrant social events that define life in Landfall.

🚴 Nature Trails and Conservation Land

Landfall offers over 300 acres of private conservation land, including multiple lakes, woodlands, and a network of scenic walking and biking trails—some spanning 29 miles—providing residents serene, car-free paths through lush, preserved habitats right within the gated community.

🛶 Intracoastal Waterway & Howe Creek Access

Bordered by the Intracoastal Waterway and Howe Creek, Landfall provides waterfront homes with direct access to kayaking, paddleboarding, boating, and stunning sunrise and sunset views over the water, giving the neighborhood a distinctive coastal lifestyle ambiance.

🌳 Temple Garden, Overlook Park & Kenan Chapel

The community features several beloved resident-only green spaces—including the serene Temple Garden, scenic Overlook Park, a playground, community garden, and the non-denominational Kenan Chapel—all located adjacent to the Country Club, offering spots for reflection, gatherings, and neighborly connection.

🏫 Zoning to Wrightsville Beach Elementary via Island Route

Landfall children attend Wrightsville Beach Elementary—located on Harbor Island—requiring a unique crossing over water for the journey to school, reflecting both the neighborhood’s proximity to coastal schools and its distinctive commuting geography.

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This August in Landfall

Things to do, events, and what's happening this month

August 4, 2026

National Night Out 2026

Smithfield Community Park • 5:00 PM–8:00 PM

A free, family‑friendly evening hosted by the Smithfield Police Department with food, bounce houses, petting zoo, K‑9 demos and safety booths—perfect for Landfall residents looking to connect with neighbors and first responders.

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August 8, 2026

Smithfield Signature Fresh Market

Town Hall Park (Courthouse parking lot), Downtown Smithfield • 8:00 AM–12:00 PM

A vibrant farmers market offering fresh produce, baked goods and crafts—an ideal Saturday outing for Landfall locals to shop local, support small vendors, and enjoy the morning in nearby downtown Smithfield.

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August 22, 2026

Smithfield Signature Fresh Market

Town Hall Park (Courthouse parking lot), Downtown Smithfield • 8:00 AM–12:00 PM

Another chance in August to explore a lively farmers market close to Landfall—perfect for picking up local foods and meeting community vendors on a leisurely weekend morning.

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August 1, 2026

Classic Country Jubilee (season beginning)

The Rudy Theatre and county‑wide venues

The start of a family‑friendly regional music series featuring classic country performances—residents of Landfall can enjoy live shows across Johnston County throughout late summer and fall.

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August 1, 2026

Johnston County 4‑H Rabbit Show

Livestock Arena, 520 County Home Rd., Smithfield

A hands‑on youth agricultural event where Landfall families can witness rabbit showmanship and support local youth in a fun and educational setting just minutes away.

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From the Neighborhood

Stories, updates, and things to know in Landfall

Know Your Neighborhood

Local characteristics and demographics for Landfall

Neighborhood Characteristics

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Demographics

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