Welcome to the Cottages at the Cape, a community steeped in maritime history. Whether you’re seeking a primary residence, a vacation getaway, or an investment property, this is your chance to create lasting memories by the sea. What began as Buxton’s U.S. Coast Guard duplex housing in 1997, has now been renovated to feature luxury vinyl plank flooring, […]
There is a lot of confusion out there in the world of real estate because of changes mandated nationally on August 17th by the National Association of Realtors® (NAR); particularly concerning commissions and agency relationships. Everyone seems confused – especially potential buyers who have yet to pick a REALTOR® they trust to work with. Let […]
Late May 1984, three friends shared a bottle of wine on a porch in Hatteras village, consoled bya sunset dropping gloriously into Pamlico Sound. Their nerves were raw, finally acknowledgingthat artifacts from the Civil War gunboat Monitor discovered just offshore were not coming toHatteras. After months of their hard work, our local history – sadly […]
My culinary journey began at a young age in the legendary food markets of Mexico. Back in the early 1970’s, much of this magical land was rustic and rural. To this day I can shut my eyes and remember the wonderful scent of fruits, peppers, and spices swirling around the colorful stacks of produce. This […]
OMG, What an amazing 2024! Big Rom and his Release Crew, including mate Cameron Morrow, a Morehead City Boy, landed their Official “Big Enough” 504 lb. blue marlin on Monday morning, June 10th, in the 66th Annual Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament. Quickly, the tournament excitement began with a hookup just minutes after the official […]
As the summer season approaches, there’s an essential task that often slips under the radar:checking your property management contract renewals. Locally, auto-renewals begin as early as July 1st even though homeowners are not asked to sign off on next year’s “addendums”, which include rental amounts, owner blocked vacation weeks, and services, until the fall or winter months. […]
Experience the Best of Hatteras Offshore and Inshore Fishing! Spring has sprung, and my fellas (Husband Rom, and Sons Rom IV and Cameron) are literally “chomping at the bit” to get back out on the water. I know I’m a bit biased to say the least, but …… they are experienced, passionate and first-class fishermen […]
I’m getting excited as I pack sunscreen, bikinis and surfboards. I’m watching the forecast for my family’s winter trip to Puerto Rico – daytime highs in the 80’s overnight lows in the upper 70’s. Winter on Hatteras has a lot of great points but surfing and adventure in a tropical place excites me. As I […]
Pickleball has gained popularity in recent years, especially among a wide range of age groups. It’s known for being a fun and accessible sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. Here are some fun facts about this sport. It all started back in 1965 on a badminton court. Joel Pritchard, a Washington […]
It’s January … Duck Hunting Season! It’s a bit busy with friends and family visiting. With limited dining-out opportunities, I am always excited to serve up good comfort food for my hungry duck hunters. Here are two of my favorite winter recipes, quick, easy and guaranteed to please. CHICKEN AND WILD RICE SOUP Ingredients: 2 […]
