Sanctum 1791

4.9
Google rating (147 reviews)
255 Preston Wells Rd, Holly Ridge, NC 28445
Holly Ridge, North Carolina 28445

About Sanctum 1791

Sanctum 1791 is a gun club and shooting range in Holly Ridge, NC, that pairs its ranges with a clubhouse, a restaurant and a bar. One visitor sums it up as "Mix a shooting sports range with a country club." Several reviewers describe themselves as members, including a Brass member, and one visitor describes a day of clay shooting and the pistol range that ended with lunch at the on-site Tombstone restaurant.

On the gun side, reviewers describe a pistol and rifle range, a tactical range and an air rifle range, all with range safety officers. One reviewer lists rifle shooting out to 200 yards, another mentions a 25 yard pistol and rifle range, and a third mentions long-range rifle lanes. Two reviewers mention a holster test before drawing from a holster, and one shot both paper and steel targets on the pistol range.

The clay side gets plenty of mentions. For sporting clays near Holly Ridge, NC, one reviewer mentions 15 stands, and others describe a two-story five stand that one reviewer says runs at night under black lights, and a wobble deck for warming up. One reviewer calls the trap course well laid out, and another describes shooting clays from the cockpit of an old boat set in the sand. One reviewer mentions renting a firearm there, and another looks forward to renting a shotgun for the clay stations.

Beyond the firing line, one reviewer took a red dot pistol class and another looks forward to a conceal carry class, so classes are part of the mix alongside lessons. An Eastern Outfitters store sits inside the club, and the venue also hosts live music, trivia night, a wedding, a retirement party and a corporate meeting, according to separate reviewers. Reviews of the staff lean positive, with many praising patient range safety officers and helpful front desk staff, while a few describe a rude range officer, an unwelcoming bartender or poor front desk service. Sanctum 1791 is a shooting range in Holly Ridge, North Carolina, with pistol, rifle and sporting clays and classes on site.

Quick Facts

Disciplines
Pistol, Rifle, Trap, Sporting Clays, Long-Range Rifle
Max Distance
200 yards
Gun Rentals
Yes
Classes
Yes
Pro Shop
Yes
Range Safety Officer on Duty
Yes

Hours

Monday: 8 AM–6 PM
Tuesday: 8 AM–6 PM
Wednesday: 8 AM–8 PM
Thursday: 8 AM–8 PM
Friday: 8 AM–8 PM
Saturday: 8 AM–8 PM
Sunday: 8 AM–8 PM

Features & Amenities

Disciplines

Pistol
Rifle
Trap
Sporting Clays
Long-Range Rifle

Services

Gun rentals
Training classes
Pro shop

Policies

Holster draw allowed
Steel targets
Range safety officer on duty

Customer Reviews

10 reviews from Google

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Karl Gunther
4 reviews
4 weeks ago

Had a wonderful time on the Tactical Range on Friday (02 Oct). RSO Curtis was very helpful and ensured everyone in my party remained safe while providing instruction and assistance as able.

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Kurt
10 reviews
1 months ago

Went here for the first time with my sister who is a first time shooter, we Had Curtis as our RSO for the day! Explained to Curtis that my sister was a newbie, he patiently instructed her on the SAFE use of my Ar15, taurus g3c, H&K uspc 9, glock21 and sig 22lr pistol. I requested he show her the ropes as the brother/sister instruction might not be fully taken serious, but he would. She had a blast which is very important for a newbie first time, all due to Curtis patiently helping her. Ask for Curtis, tip Curtis and you will have a safe and fun time.

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Suzanne Tvrtkovic
18 reviews
1 months ago

Curtis and Joe were amazing! Really helped me shooting fundamentals . They were kind, patient and courteous. Can’t wait to come back!

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Larry Zievis
19 reviews
1 months ago

I was introduced to this place by my manager when we took some of our customers for a clay shooting event in May I never shot clays and my manager let me use his Beretta A400. I absolutely loved it. Being an avid lifetime boater I loved the old Trojan boat in the sand that you shot clays from the cockpit in. I loved it so much I bought my own Beretta A300 and have enjoyed it as well. The Tombstone restaurant is outstanding. The staff extremely friendly. It's a wonderful place

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Hogan Harper
5 reviews
1 months ago

Had a great experience at Sanctum 1791. The facility is clean, well-run, and has a very professional atmosphere. Huge shoutout to RSO Paige—she was friendly, knowledgeable, and did a great job keeping everything safe and organized without being overbearing. She made the whole experience better and is exactly the kind of person you want running a range. Definitely recommend Sanctum 1791 and will be back.

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Joey Janning
13 reviews
1 months ago

Great time. Appreciate Guy C for all the assistance with static and and shooting!

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Gary Fuller
9 reviews
1 months ago

Karen Burton is the best representative I’ve ever encountered at a company I’ve done business with. Respectful, kind, informative, and extremely helpful. Looking forward to the many years I’ll be a customer of Sanctum 1791. Kudos to Karen, and the genius that put her in this position!

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Kristen Downing
8 reviews
1 months ago

Great place! We really enjoy Sanctum and are so happy to be a part of it! Guy was our RSO today and he was fantastic!

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Lissette Diaz
3 reviews
2 months ago

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Sanctum 1791 and our experience from the very beginning! I purchased a membership as a surprise for my husband, and Karen went above and beyond to help me make it truly special. From our initial tour, she was absolutely amazing, warm, professional, accommodating, and genuinely excited to help me pull off the surprise. She even personally brought the gift certificate to me and helped coordinate everything with the front desk and restaurant so that everyone knew it was a surprise and would be discreet when we arrived. She made our reservations, helped plan the details, and even checked in on us afterward. That level of personal attention is something you just don’t find everywhere. We have now been to the club twice since becoming members, and both experiences have been exceptional. Everyone we have encountered has been professional, helpful, welcoming, and simply pleasant to be around. I don't have a lot of experience with firearms, and the gentlemen at the range were incredibly helpful, giving me tips on my stance and making me feel comfortable without ever making me feel intimidated. Our teenage boys absolutely loved it as well! We had such a fun family evening, and they especially enjoyed ending the night with a game of pool in the restaurant. It really is a place where you can spend time together and enjoy so much more than just the range. The best part was my husband's reaction. After serving 23 years as an NYPD Sergeant, he has quite a bit of experience, and he was genuinely impressed with the facility and everything Sanctum 1791 offers. His comment was that they have managed to put everything you could want under one roof—and do it exceptionally well. We are thrilled with our membership, and I couldn't have asked for a better experience or a better surprise for my husband. A huge thank you to Karen and the entire Sanctum 1791 team for making us feel so welcome. We are looking forward to many more family visits!

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R.B. Wright (innergator)
7 reviews
2 months ago

We joined Sanctum 1791 about a month ago after hearing great things about it for well over a year. Our only regret is that we didn’t join sooner. From our first visit, the staff has been incredibly attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable. They make you feel welcome without being overbearing, and there is a genuine sense that they care about the experience of every member. The food is fantastic and it has quickly become one of our go to places just to grab dinner and a drink. That probably says as much about Sanctum as anything—it’s a place we enjoy spending time even when we aren't there to shoot. The shooting facilities are second to none. The trap course is extremely well laid out, challenging enough to keep you coming back, and just a lot of fun to shoot. But what has impressed us most is the atmosphere. Sanctum 1791 has created something that is difficult to manufacture: a real community within the community. You come for the facilities, food, and amenities, but it's the people and relationships that make you want to return. After only a month, it already feels like one of those places we should have discovered a long time ago. We couldn't recommend it more highly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Sanctum 1791 rent firearms?

Visitors' reviews mention renting firearms at Sanctum 1791.

Does Sanctum 1791 offer firearms training?

Visitors' reviews mention firearms training classes at Sanctum 1791.

Where is Sanctum 1791 located?

Sanctum 1791 is located at 255 Preston Wells Rd, Holly Ridge, NC 28445.

What are Sanctum 1791's hours?

The listed hours for Sanctum 1791 are Monday 8 AM–6 PM; Tuesday 8 AM–6 PM; Wednesday 8 AM–8 PM; Thursday 8 AM–8 PM; Friday 8 AM–8 PM; Saturday 8 AM–8 PM; Sunday 8 AM–8 PM. Hours can change, so confirm with the range before you go.

How can I contact Sanctum 1791?

Sanctum 1791 can be reached by phone or via their website. Contact details are listed at the top of this page.