Sara & Ken

If you're considering driving to the Outer Banks, here are some average travel times:

Raleigh to Buxton - 4 hours

Annapolis to Buxton - 6.5 hours

Charleston to Buxton - 8 hours

If you plan to travel by plane, we recommend you fly into Norfolk International in Norfolk, VA.

Hatteras Island is a 2.5 hour drive from Norfolk so please be very mindful of this extra travel time when selecting your flights. Norfolk is a small airport, so once you get there, things are fairly quick and easy.

From Norfolk, you will need to rent a car to drive down to the Outer Banks. It's a very scenic drive!

There are a few different lodging options to consider when selecting lodging options. Check with Sara before you make reservations so she can confirm you are in the right location and at a nice place.

HOTELS

We recommend the Hatteras Island Inn and the Cape Pines Motel in Buxton if you only plan to stay for a night or two. They do not block rooms for weddings, but there should not be any issues with availability around the date of our wedding. Feel free to explore other hotel options, but we think these guys have decent rooms for the best prices around. 

If you see a hotel you like and it looks like they're sold out online, be sure to call because they likely have some rooms they've reserved for non-online bookings.

AIR BNB

Supply is limited, but you might have some luck finding a nice apartment or studio for shorter stays on Airbnb. Look for homes in Buxton or Frisco first, Avon second.

RENTAL HOMES

Companies such as Outer Beaches Realty, Hatteras Realty, and Shore Details offer vacation homes on the Island. Look for homes in the towns of Buxton and Frisco first, and Avon second. Be mindful of check-in dates and look for houses with "turnover day" on Sunday.

If you have nerves of steel, you can wait and book just before your arrival and score a great deal on a rental home. Almost all the realty companies will let you rent for a "partial week" (like a 3-night stay) IF you book within 14 days of arrival. Mid-June is not quite the in-season, so there should be plenty of houses to choose from, if you have the guts to wait.   

We have arranged a bus to taxi guests to and from our wedding venue. Stay tuned for more information regarding pickup times and locations.

Parking is very limited at the Inn and we also want to make sure you get home safe!

These guys are great, 24/7.

(252) 995-2839

Climb the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse

Rent a stand-up paddleboard or take a jet ski tour at OceanAir Sports

Visit the Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum in Hatteras Village

Visit the Native American Museum in Frisco

Go to the beach :)

Go fishing on the Avon Pier - or just walk out and enjoy the view

While Hatteras Island is not exactly known for its top-notch cuisine, good food can be found! Here are some recommendations for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

BREAKFAST

The Orange Blossom (in Buxton) - there may be a line, but the pastries and breakfast sandwiches are AMAZING. Very well known for their apple uglies.

Fatty's Eatery (in Buxton) - a casual sit-down restaurant for things like eggs and bacon, waffles, or shrimp and grits.

LUNCH

The Frisco Sandwich Company (in Frisco) - our top choice for sandwiches, wraps, and salads... the daily special is always good, and so is the local tuna.

Conner's Supermarket (in Buxton) - they run hot lunch specials everyday and have a wall of grab-and-go type items, as well as essentials like chips and beer!

DINNER

Dinky's (in Hatteras Village) - upscale waterfront atmosphere, entrees average $25-$30, but large portions and delicious! Not the best for large parties without a reservation.

Pangea Tavern (in Avon) - entrees run around $20-$25, although you can get burgers or tacos for $15. They can easily handle large groups, although you may have to wait without a reservation.

These guys have a few minivans and are happy to drive you anywhere you need to go on Hatteras Island, 24 hours a day.

(252) 995 - 2839