Larry Gwaltney
The Owner/Broker of CENTURY 21 Sail/Loft Realty is a native of Eastern North Carolina. I actually went to school in New Bern, but spent much of my childhood in Oriental. My Grandparents and my mother’s brother and sister and their families lived in Pamlico County and we visited them almost every weekend. After college, I moved to the mountains of North Carolina and lived there until 1985, when I sold my successful vending business and relocated to my favorite place in the world, Oriental. My wife and I live on the river and enjoy the many different boats we watch traveling the waterway. I have sailed most of my life, but when I’m not out exploring with potential real estate purchasers I now find the fishing in Pamlico County to be what appeals to me most. Come on Down!
E-mail: larry.gwaltney@sailloftrealty.com
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Suzanne Gwaltney
Suzanne, an Eastern North Carolina native, has a lifetime fondness for Pamlico County and the relaxed lifestyle that it offers. As a child, Suzanne and her family were frequent visitors of Kennels Beach where they enjoyed fishing and boating on the majestic Neuse River.
A graduate of East Carolina University , Suzanne earned a BA in Psychology an EDS degree in Counselor Education. When she moved to New Bern , NC in 1975, Suzanne worked for the judicial system in Carteret, Craven and Pamlico Counties. She was a School Counselor for Pamlico County Schools for six years. After 30 years of employment with the state government, Suzanne retired in 2005 to join the team of CENTURY 21 Sail/Loft Realty as an Associate Broker. Suzanne will use her “listening” experience as a counselor to help you find the property you desire.
Suzanne is a member of the Oriental Women’s Club. She has also served on the Hodges Education Foundation, the Camp Seagull/Seafarer Outreach Committee, the Board of Directors for the Pamlico County Partnership for Children, the Pamlico County Criminal Justice Partnership, the Pamlico County Juvenile Prevention Council and the adjunct faculty of Wesleyan College.
Suzanne has always loved Pamlico County because it reminds her of the rural community where she grew up. Making a dream reality, Suzanne moved to Oriental, NC in 1991 and married Larry Gwaltney. Suzanne enjoys living on the Neuse River in Oriental, NC. Her favorite pastime is watching the boating activity and beautiful sunsets on the Neuse River. She and Larry also enjoy boating and exploring the river and creeks at their back door.
E-mail: sgwaltney@sailloftrealty.com
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Janice Joyner Cox
Janice grew up in Rocky Mount, N.C., but spent her childhood summers fishing and crabbing with family at her grandparents’ cottage on the Pamlico Sound in Beaufort County. She earned a BA Degree in English and a Masters of Education from North Carolina State University. Following college graduation, she began a 25-year local government career with the City of Rocky Mount, N.C., serving more than twenty years as Human Resources Director. She served as Director of Human Resources with the Georgetown County School District in coastal South Carolina from 2004 – 2010.
Janice had the good fortune of relocating to Pamlico County in 2010 while her late husband, Cleve, was affiliated with Pamlico Community College. Her older son, Henry, now lives in Oriental; he is a graduate of Tri-County Technical College in Central, S.C. and works as a heating & air-conditioning technician in New Bern. Younger son, Jesse, lives in Raleigh where he is a student at N.C. State University; he also serves with the Army National Guard.
As an active member of St. Thomas Episcopal Church in Oriental, Janice serves on the church Vestry, as a Sunday Greeter, and as Chair of the Outreach Committee. When at home, she relishes time on her screened porch, where she is blessed with tranquil views of Dawson Creek and an abundance of marsh wildlife.
Janice is excited about her “new” career as an Associate Broker with Century 21 Sail/Loft Realty in Oriental, N.C. With a track record of customer focus and quality service, she enjoys providing professional real estate services that exceed client expectations. She takes great pleasure in meeting & developing relationships with potential Buyers & Sellers and in sharing her enthusiasm for the beauty and unique lifestyle found in eastern North Carolina. Contact Janice for assistance so that you, too, can “come home” to Pamlico County.
Cell Phone: 252-515-6364
Office Phone: 252-249-1787
E-mail: janice.cox@sailloftrealty.com
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Ann Marie Wolf
Ann Marie is the city girl who found her home on the inner banks of North Carolina. She grew up in Chicago and enjoyed the lively spirit of the city and all the activities that come along with living near Lake Michigan. She came to Pamlico County looking for the perfect place to vacation and unwind away from a large metropolis. After arriving in Oriental, she couldn’t think of anywhere else she wanted to be. Ann Marie fell in love with the dog friendly waterfront community in less than a day.
During her off time, Ann Marie spends time with her husband, a proud Veteran, sitting on their deck or in their yard playing with their dogs. She also enjoys sitting outside with a great cup of coffee while appreciating the scenic views of the water and the abundant wildlife and snapping a picture or two. Ann Marie believes a smile can change your day and she is always ready to give one away.
Ann Marie has worked in the real estate industry for over 10 years with previous experience working with property management and assisting people with finding the right place to call home. She wanted to continue being able to help people find their dream home and followed her heart to becoming an Associate Broker with Century 21 Sail/Loft Realty.
Mobile Phone: 252-375-3755
Office Phone: 252-249-1787
E-mail: annmarie.wolf@sailloftrealty.com
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Dana Stevenson
Dana and her husband, Mark, visited Oriental and fell in love with the Neuse River lifestyle. The area reminds Dana of growing up in a close-knit, rural community. So, when Mark decided to retire, the Oriental area was at the top of their list!
Family is very important to Dana. They moved here from the West coast to be closer to their extended family. They have two teenage children attending the local schools. Her son, Kyler, is beginning his studies in Video Production and her daughter, Courtney, is a budding illustrator and author.
Dana enjoys the outdoors by tending her garden of unusual, heirloom plants. She also enjoys traveling, hiking, and kayaking. This has led to her unique goal of kayaking on every continent (with only one continent remaining!)
Prior to moving to Oriental, Dana graduated from the University of Oregon and the University of Alaska with degrees in Education. She was a teacher in military communities in Alaska, Germany, and in Washington state. She enjoyed helping her students to understand new concepts and connecting with their families. Now as a broker agent, she enjoys helping others to understand the intricate process of real estate. Dana looks forward to helping you whether you are buying or selling in coastal North Carolina.
Email: dana.stevenson@sailloftrealty.com
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Anne Gwaltney
Although no longer active in the business, we honor “Miss Anne”, as she is affectionately known to her co-workers and friends, as a co-founder of our company. Anne moved to Pamlico County with her husband, Joe, in the early 1970’s. Anne’s parents had retired to Oriental years earlier and several of her relatives, including her oldest sister, Helen, still lived there. Just prior to relocating, Anne and Joe sold their 2200-acre waterfront development near New Bern. This property is now known as the Fairfield Harbor Community.
Although the Gwaltneys had planned for an early retirement, it just wasn’t in the cards. Anne and Joe purchased a beautiful wooded 60-acre waterfront tract near Oriental, which is now the Sail/Loft subdivision. It wasn’t long before the Gwaltneys founded Sail/Loft Realty, Inc., the area’s oldest and most respected real estate company. Anne and Joe operated Sail/Loft Realty until 1985, when it was sold to their children. In 1992 “Miss Anne” came out of retirement to sell real estate when her son, Larry, purchased the family business from his siblings.
“Miss Anne” is no longer with us, but her lovely spirit lives on at Sail/Loft Realty, Inc. Her son, Larry, is the Broker-in-Charge. Anne was very active in her church and community. She was an avid bridge player and known by many for her generosity and gracious hospitality. (Lovingly written by her son Larry)