Last night, Hatteras Island was finally able to celebrate America’s independence after Hurricane Arthur swept through and altered all plans for the 4th of July holiday. “Awful Arthur”, who according to NOAA was the earliest hurricane to hit North Carolina in a season since records began in 1851, brought a devastating blow to businesses and residents who rely on their summer income to make it through the winters, and to...
The blanket of rich history that makes Cape Hatteras so special is intricately woven and well-kept by it’s community. Tales and stories from old-timers and local historians alike, help pass down it’s heritage from generation to generation and preserved buildings and structures send a salute to a different time on Hatteras Island. Plan a Visit to the Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station One such example is located approximately a half-mile into the...
Perched on the Pamlico Sound at the end of the docks of Teach’s Lair Marina is the new hotspot for all things tasty and delicious, Billfish Bar & Grill. Run by Martin Gutierrez and his team, Billfish is coming into their second season ready for the summer with their usual staples in addition to a few new improvements. The atmosphere is that of an upscale beach bar of sorts–a welcoming...
March on Hatteras Island was welcomed by locals with open arms as it brought the first of Spring to an already mild–albeit oddly snowy at times–winter. Spring is generally more consistent with it’s warmer days and sunny skies, but it also represents the blooming of yet another season on Hatteras Island. Homeowners are out working in their yards and businesses are opening their doors once more to the smiling faces...
In an old county office off of Highway 12, in a few rooms in the north wing, a small group of Hatteras Island’s finest gathered to make something magical, and with that, Radio Hatteras was born. When you walk in, if you ever have the need to do so, you won’t find any fancy flooring or chic wall coverings, and you won’t marvel at the non-existent prints on the walls...
Every year, we at Midgett Realty host a Homeowner’s Appreciation Reception in an effort to connect with our homeowners and keep them informed on the happenings of Hatteras Island. As you well know, with over 500 vacation rental homes in our program, the homeowners are an integral part in the business and we love hosting them on Hatteras Island! We asked various key vendors that regularly perform service on the...
February on Hatteras Island, while peaceful and serene, was a bit of a weather roller coaster as temperatures danced from the 20’s to the 70’s and everywhere in between. Due to that 50 degree variance, some days were spent frolicking on the beach in flip flops, while others were spent bundled in Uggs and layers. Lots.of.layers. As previously reported, we had a wildly unusual ice storm in January, and holding...
Yesterday, we had a little office visitor: Miss Lorelei Midgett, the sweetest little golden retriever puppy and the newest addition to the Midgett Family. That adorable little waggly tail gave almost all of us a severe case of puppy fever, so we’ve dedicated today’s “Throwback Thursday” to our four-legged friends as we have a long history of puppy love! Check out the slideshow to see some of the Midgett Family...
We may not have a Walmart or any other chain super-stores, but Hatteras Island does boast several unique shops, both locally owned and exclusive to this area, which you can find treasures outside of the box-store norm. One of our favorite Hatteras Village specialty boutiques is Family Jewels, located at the Stowe on 12 shopping center on the northern end of town. Just as fun and witty as the name,...
This past weekend Midgett Realty and Affairs at Austin Creek took the Outer Banks Wedding Weekend by storm with a booth at the annual Expo and a hot spot on the Wedding Weekend Tour. The Outer Banks Wedding Association expected over 1,200 people including brides, grooms and family alike, to attend the expo, which is packed with The Outer Banks’ finest vendors in the industry. In two days, hundreds of...
Great news! We’ve moved some things around and Midgett Realty’s Design Tips have moved to Tuesdays! When the paint is on the walls and your staple pieces are in place, the fun part begins. Making your coastal look feel like home is all about the textiles you choose. Like I’ve said before, no matter what your style, there is always room for the beach. My favorite thing to do to...
With her burly temper and shallow shoals, the waters off the coast of North Carolina’s Outer Banks have claimed an estimated 2,000 shipwrecks over the years, hence the title “The Graveyard of the Atlantic”. The latest of these instances was back in the fall when two northern sailboats ran aground just south of Oregon Inlet (Photo Credits: Daniel Pullen Photography). A sad sight to see, each wreck has a story...
